2013 Toyota GT86 | Projects

2013 Toyota GT86

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The Project

This 2013 Toyota GT86 was brought into our workshop for Waxoyl rustproofing to the underside of the car and a small paintwork repair to the left wing mirror.

Updates

30th April 2024: To start, the surface corrosion was removed from the underside of the car and then Waxoyl applied to seal and protect the surfaces. The outer left wing mirror has been removed and is being prepared for a minor paintwork repair.

What buyers/owners should know

Transmission – check second gear engages smoothly. The triple-cone synchros can be slow to work when cold, causing a graunchy change. Some owners recommend pausing in neutral after first gear, then engaging second with a firm shove. Technicians recommend fresh fluid.

Gear – Some owners will have swapped the slidy Michelin Primacy tyres for 225-section rubber on wider rims offering better grip. The Vehicle Stability Control can be partially disengaged but, to switch it off completely, follow the complicated procedure outlined at FT86club.com.

Body – Owner forums are full of tales of misted-up tail-light lenses. Cars still in warranty will be given replacements. Also reported is corrosion around the bottom of the quarter light pillar.

Interior – GT86ownersclub.co.uk lists feedback from its rattles thread. The biggest culprits are the rear seats and trim, parcel shelf and lower dash. Tweeter covers, engine covers and dashboard brackets also come in for criticism. On early cars, a rattle from the gearlever above 4000rpm was a warranty issue.

The team at Carrosserie love these GT86s and are at their current price point think they represent excellent value for money. Own a GT86 or any other Toyota – regardless of whether it’s an MR2, Starlet or Yaris GR we are here to assist with your ownership experience.

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My car was the subject of some body and paint repairs here in Spring 2024, to address corrosion plus some substandard paintwork. An annual service was also carried out. There was good responsive communications, advice, and attention to detail throughout, to ensure a high quality, durable result, with the final paintwork being indistinguishable from factory finish, and easily better than any franchised dealership repairs. If you are invested in your classic car, want to make it last, with an exemplary finish to be proud of, then you need look no further.

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