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  1. Martin_uk

    GR86 Number plate MOT fail

    Just had my GR86 serviced and MOT tested at Guildford Toyota Centre. All OK apart from MOT major defect due to number plates :oops: The reason was I had affixed UK stickers to side of dealer supplied plate for a Europe trip. Luckily they removed and moved over, as apparently too close to...
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    Expired 1997 Caterham Super 7 Sprint Ford 1600 cross flow twin 40 DCOE carbs 1 previous owner 7,500 miles always garaged

    I am looking to cut back on number of vehicles I own, I thought I would see if there is any interest on here before listing elsewhere. I bought as had one 30 years ago and had room to squeeze in my garage ;) I believe this is one of the last Ford crossflow engine cars supplied by Caterham...
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    Expired 2023 GR86 Manual Saphire Blue Pearl 9,500 miles nr Guildford

    For sale my 01/09/23 reg, original owner car which has only done 9,500 miles. It is standard, with premium paint which was £965 extra, heated leather seats and blind spot indicator and from protective film on headlights. Both keys and everything it came with new It has also been treated with...
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    GR86 GR86 Drivers door glass crack?

    I have just noticed what looks like a crack running down about 50mm from top on drivers door glass. I am not aware of any impact and assume the glass must be laminated otherwise it would have shattered. It may just be in the laminate/tint as cant be felt with finger nail and not obvious from...
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    GR86 Plastic covers for nuts and bolts

    I have fitted a few covers on the M6 and M8 bolts/nuts. You need the 12mm spanner size ones on the M8. Applied some Lanoguard to protect. How may can you spot under the bonnet :)
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    Nurburgring as a spectator?

    I'm taking my 86 over to Holland next month to meet up with my son that lives there. Toying with the idea of a trip down to Nurburgring. Don't think I would risk taking it on track, but wondered if any one has experience of going just to spectate on open days, or other attactions? Any other...
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    GR86 Power source in boot?

    I did a search and found an article on GT86 using optional amplifier connector Grey wire for a switched live in boot area, after fitting fuse into box to supply this option and wondered if anyone had tried on GR86? I want to fit a rear facing dash cam on rear screen and would prefer not to run...
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    GR86 Saphire Blue in the sun

    A few pics of my new 86
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    GR86 Boot storage tools etc

    Has anyone worked out what all the spaces are for in boot foam? The long one across car in centre section takes the Toyota safety kit bag well. I assume the left hand rearward slot, where CC embossed is for a scissor jack and angled slot in right hand section is for jack handle? Small...
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    GR86 Android map display

    I just wanted to check I am not missing something. I have paired my Android phone and music and phone connect, but no map display until I connect cable from phone to USB port. If this is the only way to get maps/nav, a bit surprised.
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    GR86 New Red Unprepared Inchcape Guildford

    I called into Inchcape today, as I had time to kill waiting for service on old car and to make sure my 86 is ready for tomorrow. Spotted the Red example, earlier vin to mine. Apparently they have 7 GR86 going out tomorrow! Anyone else on here collecting ? Hope the weather improves :)
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    Channel crossings south of England recommendations ?

    Thinking of booking a trip when my GR86 arrives and interested in recommendation on customer service and cost from different operators.
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    GR86 Toyota Drive Away Insurance

    I just completed a quote which is needed if you want the 3 day drive away cover. Unfortunately, its about 3x the cost of my current insurers quote. Thought I would do, so Toyota have cover to register car in case it takes time to confirm proof of insurance. Still hoping for early September...
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    Sold KIA PICANTO Gt Line ISG 1.0 Turbo GT-LINE - Metallic Grey Manual Petrol, 2022 72 plate

    I bought as a stop gap whilst waiting to see if GR86 came up and now it has Im putting up for sale, so thought I would list here in case anyone is interested. It should not be confused with the non turbo Picanto and puts out a respectable 99 bhp and makes it quite nippy. I have only owned for...
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    GR86 Toyota Accessories GR86

    This may be listed elsewhere, but last time I looked on UK site, only had GT option. Unfortunately, coloured parts are only in Red but there a few other items that may be of interest . TGB Accessories
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    GR86 What watch to match GR86?

    I'm sure many others on here are into watches as well? I was thinking about what watch would match the car? Should it be Japanese, maybe Seiko or ? Colour cordinated? Manual or automatic :p Something sporty but reasonably priced? Interested in your thoughts and suggestions :)
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    GR86 Sleep in a GR86

    https://www.motor1.com/news/596454/sleeping-in-toyota-gr86/ Not sure I would want to heat up food on a flame! May be possible for the smaller driver?
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    GR86 Stick on Front Number Plate

    The front number plate does interfere with the lines and I am wondering if anyone has changed to a stick on plate on the front panel? Not sure if it will fit or whether Toyota badge would need to be removed or fit to bonnet? If you have and could share images, would be great
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    GR86 UK GR86 equivalent to US Premium spec?

    Having seen details of standard and premium spec differences in US, it appears that UK spec is same as US premium? From what I can see, the following is included in UK spec, which is not included in US standard spec. Heated leather front seats and Alcantara trim Black 18" 40 profile wheels...
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    GR86 Heated Seats and Space Saver Spare

    I was not certain that current UK GR86 come as standard with heated seats. Asked TBOL and was told they dont! I queried as demonstrator had and new one awaiting collection also did. TBOL then came back and confirmed that they did :) Also confirmed that carpet mats come as standard. Advised...
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