1978 Toyota Corolla (Brown/Black)

Last update on April 30, 2015.

1978 Toyota Corolla (Brown/Black)

Price: US $4,500.00 SOLD OUT

Alright loyal Toyota enthusiasts, up for sale is a fine specimen of the venerable Toyota Corolla TE31.   Anyone will agree that this is the model that solidified Toyotas reputation of quality and reliability.   These are hard to find and nearly impossible to find in this condition.   This has been a pet project of mine for 5 years and its time to move on to other hobbies.   This car gets tons of attention and always puts a smile on my face.    Some key features include updated drivetrain, 4 wheel disk brakes, LSD rear differential, stripped interior, aluminum dash and door panels,   totally pist engine with side draft carbs out of a Lotus (loves 7000 RPM), and brand new wheels and tires.   This car rips around town but looks and sounds low key.   Motor – 1.8L 3TC Dellorto DHLA 40mm sidedraft carbs (all gaskets and seals replaced 3 years ago) 2.5 inch velocity stacks; 3tc sidedraft intake manifold (Cannon) Mallory fuel regulator Head was milled (.40) Block bored over half a mm Toyota high comp pistons Brand new NGK plugs NGK wires 264 Degree cam(not sure the brand, awesome around 3800-7500) TRD clutch Lighten flywheel(not sure brand) Driveshaft Dual valve springs Custom header New 2” exhaust with catalytic converter. (Easily passes emissions). Has extra valve head that is ported and polished and milled 0.40 Extra timing chain and gears.   Drive Train – AE86 (’87) T50 Delrin bushings (3T.   Shifts great.   Most desirable gear ratio (post 55 MPH hwy speed limit) TRD clutch Lightened flywheel (not sure brand) Fresh driveshaft Comes with spare Stage II clutch still in the box AE86 (’87) GTS rear axle with LSD and disk Brakes AE86 (’87) GTS front struts and big (vented) brakes.       Wheels – 15x8x0 Rota RB Flat black Tires – Khumo Ecsta AST 205/50R15   (less than 30 miles) Body – Rust free typical small dents and dings.   KE style hood (imported from Australia hard to find in the USA). Early TE21 headlight bezels. Paint Color – root beer brown, matt black hood     Other – Tig welded aluminum dash, Auto meter Phantom gauges, new wiring, optima battery, 4 runner 6 way adjustable driver seat.   Related – AE86, TE21, TE27, Datsun 510, BMW 2002, Nissan Z, FJ40, FJ60, FJ80, FJ45

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number):TE31346581Make:Toyota
Interior Color:BlackModel:Corolla
Number of Cylinders:4Year:1978
Transmission:Manual (AE86 5-speed T50)Trim:DLX Coupe 2-Door
Body Type:CoupeEngine:3TC
Warranty:Vehicle does NOT have an existing warrantyDrive Type:RWD
Vehicle Title:ClearMileage:60,000
Fuel Type:GasolineExterior Color:Brown
For Sale By:Private Seller

1978 Toyota Corolla (Brown/Black)

1978 Toyota Corolla (Brown/Black)

1978 Toyota Corolla (Brown/Black)

1978 Toyota Corolla (Brown/Black)

1978 Toyota Corolla (Brown/Black)

1978 Toyota Corolla (Brown/Black)

1978 Toyota Corolla (Brown/Black)

1978 Toyota Corolla (Brown/Black)

1978 Toyota Corolla (Brown/Black)

1978 Toyota Corolla (Brown/Black)

1978 Toyota Corolla (Brown/Black)

1978 Toyota Corolla (Brown/Black)

1978 Toyota Corolla (Brown/Black)

1978 Toyota Corolla (Brown/Black)

1978 Toyota Corolla (Brown/Black)

1978 Toyota Corolla (Brown/Black)

1978 Toyota Corolla (Brown/Black)

1978 Toyota Corolla (Brown/Black)

1978 Toyota Corolla (Brown/Black)

1978 Toyota Corolla (Brown/Black)

1978 Toyota Corolla (Brown/Black)

1978 Toyota Corolla (Brown/Black)

1978 Toyota Corolla (Brown/Black)