2012 Toyota GT86 Tuning Developments Turbo

Highlights 

• 284bhp Tuning Developments turbo kit

• Low mileage

• Tastefully standard exterior

• Great condition throughout

• Long MOT

Overview

Back in 2012 things had gotten a little, how shall we say, stale when it came to engaging and affordable sports cars, but then Toyota unleashed the GT86, quite unexpectedly but to rapturous applause from critics and the motoring public alike.

Lauded for its old school rear-wheel drive handling and lively 197bhp, 2.0-litre four-cylinder boxer engine the GT86 was an instant hit, proving that there was still more to life than boring SUVs and hybrid econoboxes. 

Here was an affordable, rev-happy sports car with a manual gearbox and 50:50 weight distribution that was an absolute hoot to drive, characteristics that are still sought after today by true petrolheads. Sharing a platform with the incredibly similar Subaru BRZ, the Toyota GT86 coupe does a lot of things right and remains a proper driver's car. Add in excellent reliability and decent practicality and the GT86 starts to make a lot of sense.

This early, 2012 example possesses all of those wonderful characteristics we've just mentioned but with the added performance upgrade of a Tuning Developments after market turbo and exhaust system, which means a serious hike in power for those that thought the original output wasn't quite enough. Tuning Developments claim that the kit can increase power and torque by 50% and 45% respectively and the dyno printout for this particular car shows a peak power figure of 284bhp.

The exterior remains tastefully standard and the car presents well throughout but open the bonnet and you're greeted with a whopping great turbo so if you're after a more performance-oriented version of an already stellar car then this could very well be the GT86 for you.

History and documentation

• 2012 model year

• V5C present and correct

• Just two owners from new

• First registered September 28th 2012

• Original book pack and keys

• Tuning Developments turbo kit documentation 

• Dyno print out showing peak power output of 284.4bhp

• MOT until August 3rd 2026

• HPI clear

• 33,053 indicated miles

Interior

• The original interior presents well throughout with only minor wear and tear to the usual high traffic areas

• Everything works according to the vendor

• The seats are in great condition

• Door cards and kick plates look good

• Dashboard remains undamaged

• Carpets appear dry and look to be wearing well

• The boot area is clean and tidy and the rear seats fold flat as intended

• Engine bay presents well and looks clean

Exterior

• The exterior remains original and in fine shape

• Paintwork presents well with only a few small scratches: 2 on the driver's door, one on the front grill spoiler and one at the bottom of the sill

• All panel gaps appear to line up correctly

• No signs of any damage

• All glasswork is free from marks, scratches or chips

• The 17” alloy wheels look straight but do carry a few kerb marks in places (originals are included)

• Tyres are all Yokohamas but varying models 

• The underside looks to be clean, straight and free from damage or repairs

Mechanical

• 284bhp, 2.0-litre flat-four engine

• Six-speed manual gearbox

• Rear-wheel drive

• Tuning Developments after market turbo and exhaust system (original exhaust is included)

• The vendor states that the car goes well and sounds loud (outside of the car)

• No mechanical issues to report

Summary

The Toyota GT86 is a good car but it's a car crying out for a little bit more oomph which is exactly what the Tuning development kit offers on this particular example. Make no mistake though, this isn't just a bunch of bolt on parts bought on eBay. This is a professionally developed and installed performance upgrade that takes advantage of the car's impressive chassis and driving dynamics, creating something just that little bit more exciting to pilot, and it's a match made in heaven if you ask us.

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