TOM’S Classic launched at Tokyo Auto Salon – AE86 restoration service, engine rehabilitation programme

Japanese tuner TOM’S Racing has launched a new vehicle restoration arm at this year’s Tokyo Auto Salon aimed at Toyota AE86 Corolla enthusiasts. Officially called TOM’S Classic, the services offered include a complete body repair programme that involves stripping down an AE86 down to bare metal and repairing any rust or damage.

If you don’t have a donor body, the company also offers a fully restored AE86 body-in-white structure that comes complete with legal documentation. Pricing for these services are still under evaluation but it isn’t likely to be cheap given the amount of time and labour required.

In addition to the AE86 body shell, TOM’S is also offering Toyota engines that are fully rebuilt to their original state. These include the famed 4A-G, which can be had in 16V (4A-GEU) or 20V (4A-GELU) versions.

The former is compatible with the AE86 and is priced (inclusive of tax) at 2.585 million yen (about RM74k), while the latter at 2.75 million yen (RM79k) can be paired with the AE86, AW11 (first-gen MR2) as well as the AE101/111 Corolla models.

Joining the 4A-G is the 3S-GE, which is compatible with the second-generation (SW20) MR2 and retails for 3.025 million yen (RM87k). Lastly, there’s the iconic 2JZ-GTE at a whopping 6.545 million yen (RM188k) for the well-known fourth-generation (JZA80) Supra.

Customers will get to choose from various engine specifications depending on their requirements and wallet size. The A Spec is the starting point and nets you an overhauled engine using original parts. Next comes the B Spec that is based on the A Spec but with selected upgrades, while the C Spec is a custom-made engine that matches the buyer’s specific wants.

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