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TRD Celica Sports M - Limited Edition. Factory Number 498.

Basic Info Registration date Chassis Number Mileage Color OTR Price

Unknown/2001 ZZT231-0046277 88150 Blue Metallic (8M6) £ 8695

Detailed description The TRD Sports M Celica was made solely for the Japanese market. Many people claim their normal VVTLi is a sports M, when in fact they're just normal versions. In reality the differences are very significant and there are just a handful of genuine examples in the UK. Toyota's TRD tuning arm built just 1,200, each with it's unique chassis plate denoting the build number (This one's ZZT231-M0498). Their mission was to make the car lighter, stiffer, faster and better handling which they most certainly did! Original Sports M Factory Upgrades: TRD started by stiffening the monocoque chassis with extra spot welds to suspension structural points & roof pilars whilst reducing sound proofing and thus shedding weight. The engine was fettled with TRD light weight pistons of increased compression, re-profiled high-lift camshafts & lightweight valves. The exhaust system was replaced with a TRD manifold & high response Version S muffler. This combination increased power to 210ps. A TRD Helical LSD with uprated organic clutch virtually banished wheelspin off the line whilst the gearbox ratios were revised to close ratio (6 speed). Suspension was uprated to TRD Sportivo shock absorbers, a thicker front anti-roll bar & uprated TRD suspension bushes. Wheels remained original in design, but were painted dark grey as opposed to Silver. In typical TRD fashion, the body-kit of the Sports M enhanced the original design without resorting to excessive fuss. Unique features included a revised front lip, side skirts, rear valence and rear spoiler - with just two badges to give a clue of the tasty changes beneath the skin.Note this body-kit was made of injection moulded Polyeurethane so it would be resilient to stone chips and the damage that FRP bodykits tend to suffer from regular use. On this example a set of very rare and desirable TRD original option HID headlights was fitted - an item other 7th Generation Celica owners certainly can't help noticing. Inside, the TRD theme continued with half Alcantara sports seats and door

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inserts at the front, TRD Sports SRS leather steering wheel & a matching leather trimmed shift knob. The instruments included a 240 km/h speedometer and a contrasting white faced TRD 10,000 scaled rev counter finished with a carbon type instrument surround. Original sports luxury features remained to include climate control air conditioning, a powerful 200W hifi featuring an integrated 6 CD changer, tinted UV cut glass and usual features such as remote central locking, automatic power windows, full ABS, split folding rear seats trimmed in Alcantara, rear strut brace, lightweight space saver spare, high level central stop light, etc. Additional extras: This car has the full TRD original spec, with a few additions added: The fuel filler cap is by TRD and there's the option of a colour coded 3 piece adjustable high level rear spoiler complete with wet carbon blade. It's not currently fitted to the car, but can be substituted if preferred at a reasonable additional cost. Note that C-One Motorsport and a full range of other sports parts are available to further improve this Celica. We even have a set of brand new stunning 18 inch alloys with matching blue metallic inserts, ready to fit. Ask - or view www.neweraparts.com for more ideas! Auction Grade of this car is 4.0. This is a one owner example that's clearly lived a priviledged life. It's mileage has mostly been clocked up on Japan's super smooth motorways (At legal speeds). The lack of motorway stone chips & complete absence of parking dings show it's clearly been cherished. Paintwork condition is so good - there's no doubt it's always been garaged. Having being a non-smoker's car, the interior is excellent with no faults to report aside from some wear to the vertical bolster of the driver's seat and wear to the floor mat.Note the underside is absolutely rust free & even the original TRD exhaust still has no corrosion. Compare with a standard VVTLi Celica that's been on UK roads all of it's life and you'll see just how well preserved this example is by comparison. It's been serviced and looked after by Toyota since new - with no expense spared. Even the brakje discs look unworn.The only fault on the entire car is a blemish to the rear bumper corner and skirt, where the bumper's nudged something. The rear bumper will be re-painted as part of full UK OTR preparation, just before registration.Test Drive: We drove this car a total of around 100km before writing the above detailed report and are pleased to confirm it drives 100% perfectly. Above 6,000 rpm with the improved engine & differential this car accelerates at a ravenous rate. Change up with the close ratio box and the apetite for revs continues insatiably. Handling is tight and rattle free and the brakes remain powerful. An absolute joy to drive.Inclusive of rear bumper repair, import costs, UK conversions, full UK registration, MOT, 6 month's tax & comprehensive warranty - OTR total: £8,695. Being a special car we're sorely tempted to keep it mind - but will compromise by making occasional use of it in Japan until it finds a new home. A deposit of £1,000 secures. Note we can


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also ship this car to European or other worldwide destinations. Ask about our FOB package. A deposit of £1,000 secures this unique TRD Sports M Celica. Newera Imports - the only UK Import specialist with it's own offices in Japan. Recommended for over 12 years by owner's clubs, enthusiasts, magazines and tuners as the source of the very best pre-owned performance cars from Japan.


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Photos

Stunning original condition TRD Sport M Celica.

Paintwork condition is excellent throughout.


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Paintwork is so reflective and well polished - it was difficult taking photos without reflection!

Rare to find a TRD Celica, yet alone one this clean!


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Note 18'' alloys are available (new!) to suit this car perfectly!

Paintwork is in gleaming condition throughout.


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Stunning condition!


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Just stunning!


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Note the lack of stone chips.

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We can offer a perfect choice of 18'' wheels to complete the amazing look of this Celica.

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Paintwork is in remarkably good condition.


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Paintwork is in excellent original condition.

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Adjustable 3 piece colour coded rear spoiler available as an optional extra.


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Rare & very desirable original (expensive!) option TRD HID headlight set.

TRD fuel filler cap.


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Interior's in excellent condition - just minor faults as detailed on description.

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Some wear to the driver's vertical seat bolster (from entering & exiting the car).

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TRD SRS leather covered steering wheel.

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TRD instruments include a 240km/h speedometer & 10,000 rev meter.

All warning lights present & correct.


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Odometer shows total distance covered in km.


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6 CD changer is a feature integrated into this head unit.

A non-smoker's car since new.


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Boot floor is unworn.


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Spare wheel & original tools complete & unused.

Original TRD Sports M.


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Very recently serviced (Previous owner wanted to pass the car on in perfect condition - an excellent sign).

Chassis plate confirms this is a genuine TRD Sports M.


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Original chassis plate.

Engine bay in clean & tidy condition.


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Oil has recently been changed.

Absolutely no underside corrosion.


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Absolutely no underside corrosion.

Driver's floor mat is worn.


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Blemish to the rear bumper & corner spat will be repaired as part of full UK OTR preparation.


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How the Newera System Works (1). Starting with your inquiry, we provide a quote or e-mail communication, so that we are clear on just what you are after. We ask for detailed information from you, so we can provide an accurate quotation from the beginning. If you are inquiring about a car from stock, steps (2) and (4) are not required. (2). When sourcing to order, our quotation is based on your requirements. As long as your budget is sufficient for the car youre after & the car is likely to be available, we will be prepared to find the car you order, or better. Remember: even if you budget too much, it doesnt matter. We operate a system of supplying the best car we can find, plus a set fee of 900. If we can buy your car for a low price, then you make the corresponding saving. (3). When you are ready to proceed, we ask for a deposit (& completed order form, if applicable). The deposit is usually 1,000. If you want a car worth over 10K OTR, then the deposit is 1,500. The deposit is fully refundable without question, should you for any reason need to cancel before a car is bought on your behalf. If you are reserving a car from stock the deposit is refundable less costs and time incurred provided you cancel 4 working days before shipment from Japan. (4). Miguel, our buyer keeps you informed via e-mail periodically whilst searching for your car. Sometimes it can take weeks, even months to find the right car. In addition to Miguel attending the major Tokyo auctions daily, we have buyers searching daily throughout Japan for the car you want. No news simply means we havent found it yet. We dont buy the first car which comes along. It must meet or exceed your requirements whilst not costing more than the OTR price we agreed, though it frequently costs less. (5). As soon as available, we will e-mail you up to 30 detailed photographs, showing all aspects of your car. We also include a detailed description. Of course, total OTR price is known at this stage, so we let you know. Cars are insured from the time theyre bought, to the time they are completed & collected by you in UK. (6). Usually, boats are available every 2-3 weeks, from Japan to UK (Southampton).


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We arrange for your car to be shipped on the first vessel available. Around the time the car is shipped, we ask for the second instalment. Typically this is approximately 60% of the cars OTR total cost. Note that the car we supply to you is fully insured at all times prior to you collecting it. (7) We arrange booking of the SVA test in advance - shortly after the car departs, so that the car can be tested as soon as possible upon arrival to UK. We also inform our UK agent of your full contact details and information on everything which needs doing, to make sure the car wil be presented in beautiful condition. (8). Shipping takes 5 weeks. Around 2 weeks before arrival, we ask you for the final instalment, to cover Import duties, VAT, shipping, UK conversions, testing, registraton etc. (9). Before the car arrives, we arrange customs clearance, etc. so the car neednt spend un-necessary time waiting at the docks upon arrival. It usually takes 3-4 days for cars to be unloaded and cleared by UK customs. (10). The car is sent from Southampton to our UK agents premises in Canterbury aboard a car transporter. Upon arrival there, it is SVA converted, derestricted, SVA tested & MOTd (If applicable). All minor cosmetic work required (e.g. bumper scratches) is carried out. The car is fully valetted just before you collect it. (11). The car comes with 6 months road tax and is fully registered in your name as the first UK keeper. If you have a suitable private number plate youd like to go on the car, we can also arrange this, provided you have a DVLA retention certificate. N.B. The entire system of how the Newera Imports system works, from beginning to end is shown on Neweras DVD Skylines & Skyscrapers This video can be ordered either through our website or sending a cheque and return address to our UK office, details of UK office address, below.


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