2000GT by Toyota is a limited edition 2-door sports car designed by Toyota in collaboration with Yamaha and manufactured by Yamaha from 1967 to 1970.
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Following its victory in the 1964 Japanese Grand Prix, Toyota recognized the need for a high-performance vehicle that could showcase its 1930s-era technologies and manufacturing expertise. Plan was to design a practical, high-performance coupe that was comfortable for daily use and, with minor modifications, could be equally effective on the racetrack. The introduction of the Toyota 2000 GT inaugurates a new era in motorsports. The prototype was produced by Yamaha under an exclusive contract in August 1965 and debuted at the 12th Tokyo Motor Show that same year.
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Powered by a 2.0 liter straight six engine from Toyota Crown modified by Yamaha producing 148hp and 175 Nm of torque. The magnesium alloy wheels and four-wheel independent suspension were both standard on the 2000GT. The performance was outstanding, with a top speed of 217 kilometers per hour and an acceleration from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in 8.6 seconds. Yamaha was responsible for the hand assembly of the special low-volume sports coupe. In the Grand Prix competition, the 2000GT was very successful, shattering three world records and setting 13 new international milestones for speed and endurance.
- 2-door fastback coupe
- 5-speed manual/3-speed auto transmission
- 217 Kmph top speed
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