1998 Toyota Soarer

KEY FACTS

• This Toyota Soarer is a tastefully modified example of the potent yet refined modern classic Japanese luxury grand tourer.
• Under the bonnet sits an upgraded turbocharged 2.5-litre ‘1JZ-GTE’ straight-six with VVT-i, which sends its power to the rear wheels via a five-speed manual transmission. 
• This example was originally a Japan-delivered model, which is now located in Australia, where it has been with the seller and reportedly second owner for three years. 
• The odometer shows 227,415 Kms from new. 

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This Soarer has been upgraded with a 6Boost manifold with Vband, a Garrett 3076 Gen-1 turbocharger with Vband, a 3.5-inch turbo-back exhaust system, a GReddy boost controller, a GReddy turbo timer, forged pistons, forged H-beam conrods, Bosch 1000cc injectors, a Denso 260lph fuel pump, a dynamic balanced rotating assembly, custom intercooler piping with a Turbosmart Powergate 45mm wastegate, a SARD fuel pressure regulator, a Haltech Platinum Sport 1000 ECU, and D1-Spec six-piston front and four-piston rear brakes.
• This example is finished in the handsome hue of Baroque Red Metallic over a cream leather-trimmed interior, featuring a contrasting black upper dashboard, carpets, upper door cards, and centre console, as well as gloss black trim. 
• It rides on an aftermarket set of 20-inch Simmons five-spoke split-rim alloy wheels finished in silver with anodised barrels, framing red D1-Spec-branded callipers and fitted with Rotalla F-105 tyres. 
• Equipment includes projector headlights, a rear screen wiper, a digital dash, automatic air conditioning, an electric sunroof, a top-tinted windscreen, and electrically adjustable front seats. 
• Further upgrades include a flip-out Clarion touch-screen media system with Bluetooth connectivity, centre console AutoMeter Cobalt oil pressure, boost pressure, and water temperature gauges, a custom boot-mounted twin Soundstream subwoofer set-up, a Megan Racing front strut brace, and a metal hard-pipe air intake system with a cone air filter. 
• The car comes with partial service history. 

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
• Specific notes from the seller include: age-related interior discoloration. 
• The seller notes that the boot-mounted speakers need to be wired in. 
• The car’s last REGO test was conducted on 5 March 2024, which is understood to have resulted in a clean pass with no advisories. 

SERVICE HISTORY

• This Soarer’s most recent routine maintenance was carried out around 100 Kms ago by LLT Racing Kings Park, which consisted of a fluid change, the fuel pump replaced, and a dyno tune. 
• Other notable maintenance includes an engine oil change, a tune-up, and the tyres replaced, as well as a ‘closed-door’ respray in 2023.

SUMMARY

This Toyota Soarer is a handsome and tastefully modified example of the refined yet potent modern classic Japanese luxury grand tourer. Presented with an appealing colour scheme, elegant styling, and boasting a highly upgraded turbocharged 2.5-litre ‘1JZ-GTE’ straight-six engine coupled to an engaging five-speed manual gearbox, it would make a fine addition to any assembly of desirable modern classics, and an exciting yet practical companion for rapid retro daily driving, weekend fun, and car show visits alike. 

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