Toyota Supra
The Toyota Supra evolved from the Toyota Celica in 1979, finally becoming its very own model by the 3rd generation in 1986. The M engine that was used in the first 3 generations of the Supra came from the Toyota 2000GT, an inline 6 cylinder. The last year the Supra was produced was in 2002, but much earlier in America by 1998. The Supra itself is a legend to enthusiasts all over the world, impressed by its incredible power and equally incredible looks.
Supra - Mark 1 (1979 – 1981)
Also known as the Toyota Celica Supra MK1, this car had a chassis code of MA46. The original engine was a 12 valve SOHC and had 110 horsepower. This car was available with either a 5 speed manual transmission or a 4 speed automatic, each with an overdrive gear. A T series solid rear axle originally found in the Celica MA45. 4 wheel disc brakes and four link suspension were also standard, including a MacPherson pair of struts and stabilizer bar. The interior had optional features such as power windows and power locks, cruise control, special trim and a sunroof as a convenience package. Standard features included a tilt steering wheel, map light, tonneau cover for the lift back, AM/FM/MPX stereo system, clock, and tachometer.
In 1980 the MA46 came with a 12 valve 145 Hp SOHC turbocharged inline 6 M-TEU engine. The turbo used was a Garrett T03 Turbo with no intercooler, the first turbo used in a Supra so far.
Supra - Mark 2 (1982 – 1986)
The Mark 2 Celica Supra was a completely redesigned car completely different looking than the Celica. The front end had been completely changed and the headlights now flipped up out of the body.
L-Type (Luxury Type)
- Larger Wheels
- Larger Tires
- Different Trim
- Digital Dash
- Trip Computer
P-Type (Performance Type)
- Standard Vehicle - Stock
- Limited Slip Differential
Throughout the Mark II years the Supra experienced minor changes to performance and looks until the development of a new model, the Mark III, in 1986.
Supra - Mark 3 (1986 - 1992)
In 1986.5 the Celica and the Supra parted ways and the Supra became its own vehicle, retaining its rear wheel drive, while the Celica switched to front wheel drive. A turbocharged version of its 3.0 200 Hp engine was introduced in 1987, known as the 7M-GTE. The turbo known as the CT26 boosted the car to 230 horsepower, matched with a R154 manual transmission. A 4 speed automatic A340E transmission was also available.
The only notable change throughout this cars run was the modifications made in 1989 to accommodate the legendary 2JZ engine.
Supra - Mark 4 (1993 - 2002)
The 4th generation of Supra is easily the most recognizable out of all the models so far. With a completely changed look and a twin turbo engine capable of tremendous power, it is no wonder this car has been in movies, games and television shows. The twin turbo 2JZ-GTE engine is stock at 320 HP and 315 ft-lb of torque and had a 0 to 60 time of as low as 4.6 seconds. The turbos operated in a sequential mode rather than the parallel mode. These turbos were know as CT-12b. An all new 6 speed Getrag V160 gearbox was used in the turbo model and a 5 speed W58 manual transmission was used in the non-turbo model.