Toyota AE86 is perhaps one of the most popular sports car of the 1980s. Often popularly known as the Hachi-Roku, which means eight-six in Japanese, the sports car from the biggest motor manufacturer of Japan became incredibly well liked especially after its appearances in the Japanese manga and anime series called Initial D. Toyota launched the AE86 first in 1983. This sports car is also famous for being the last small, rear wheel drive coupe.

The AE86 came in two different body styles, the Levin and the Trueno. Both were almost same, with the only difference coming in the shape of its headlights. More variations between the two models happened in 1986, when Toyota changed the tail lights and hatchback styles as well. The cars before the arrival of this model were known as “Zenki”, which is Japanese for “early period”. Toyota AE86 cars with the new changes were called “Kouki”, which unsurprisingly means “latter period” in Japanese.

The AE86 was also very popular at car shows. It was widely used in various racing sports, particularly circuit racing and rally driving. Even though, it has been discontinued, still there is a grown up demand for AE86 among the rally circles and club races. The Toyota AE86 was light, quite powerful, easily modifiable and balanced very well.

The Japanese manga and anime series also sparked a new interest in the car among automobile and drifting fans around the world. There was a high demand for this car due to the high-selling, realistic videogame racing series Gran Turismo.

The AE86 sports car from the Japanese car maker was also released in Australia under the name Sprinter, but could not perform well because the stock engine was poor.

Even after twenty years of its release, this particular model car is still highly regarded among car enthusiasts. Thanks to the wonderful handling and drifting abilities.

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Nissan has brought out a mighty looking sports car that is popularly known as Godzilla among its enthusiasts. The Nissan Skyline is truly a fine Japanese sports car. The car is an alluring model in all sense. This is not a popular around the USA, so when you do come across one there are plenty of curious admirers and enthusiasts gathering around whenever these cars park up.

Nissan Skyline has been around for some 45 years and has deservedly picked up many prestigious awards along the way.

But there was a decade in which the production was stopped.  But back in 1989, Nissan announced that it would be releasing an all new GT-R Skyline. This news was received with great applause by the car lovers. After a few years, the GT-R Skyline was awarded with the Japanese Touring Car Championship for Group ‘A’ touring cars. In 1994, the Nissan Skyline was given its own series which was named the Japan GT Car series.

Even though the Nissan Skyline was a much sought after motor in the US and Canada, the Skyline GT-R was never made to comply with US standards.  Motorex imports and modifies the Nissan Skyline GT-R as to make it complied with these standards and consequently these cars will then be released on Yankee land. The Nissan Skyline GT-R is a dream of many a young driver. It’s a real popular choice in computer racing games and for good reason.

The Nissan Skyline comes as a sedan or a coupe. They are more than just a means of transport. In fact most drivers use these vehicles with the same tender loving care as they do to their women. The Nissan Skyline GT-R is an enticing vehicle, which provides you the care and affection that you gain from your sweet heart.

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