Why would Toyota be advertising the AE86 in 2007??
07-17-2007, 12:13 AM
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I will add.... there are nearly a dozen major AE86 forum sites around the world. "Our" influence might be stronger than we think....

As I see it the keys to its revival...
is Toyota listening?
If they are listening, does it make sense to them?
Can they build a car essentially the same as the AE86, yet doing a better job then the recently introduced FJ
Will Toyota make any $$?
will it improve their reputation?


As I see it... it would almost have to be a 3SG powered vehicle. I see a shortened(about 100mm from the middle - between the axle lines) SXE10 chassis used. Both of these keep costs down, and are proven together already. Additional keys to its success... basic trim levels... remember the AE86 is an econo car first... simple in its fit. Toyota saves weight and tooling costs by keep things simple. Airbags, and safety would be required, but air bag technology isn't new... costs are known and can be economical if desired. Again since the SXE10 was already fitted with airbags, they can be redesigned or made a bit simpler to lower safety costs.

Problems as I see them.... (Noise)Would they ever make a hatch again? or is it a coupe? Headlamps... pop ups are no longer legal in some areas... would the Levin look be ok?? (remember worldwide) I'm sure there are other +s and -s....

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