Toyota Corolla GT-S / Trueno
The tofu delivery legend. Made famous by Initial D, the AE86 is the quintessential lightweight RWD sports car. The rev-happy 4A-GE and sub-1000kg weight make it a pure driving experience.
Technical Specifications
Production Variant Timeline
4 factory variants produced across the AE86 lifecycle, from launch spec to final special editions.
AE86 Trueno GT-APEX
1983-05~80,000 built- 4A-GE 130 PS
- Pop-up headlights
- Torsen LSD
- Hatchback body
The iconic AE86 Trueno hatchback. Initial D reference.
AE86 Levin GT-APEX
1983-05~60,000 built- 4A-GE 130 PS
- Fixed headlights
- Notchback body
The fixed-headlight Levin coupe variant.
AE86 GT-S (USA)
1985~30,000 built- US-spec 4A-GE 112 PS
- 5-speed manual
- Hatchback only
US-market variant sold as Corolla GT-S.
AE86 GT-APEX Final
1986-07~30,000 built- Revised front bumper
- Updated interior
- Last production year
Final production year before the AE92 FF replacement.
Auction History & Market Values
Recent public auction results for the Toyota Corolla GT-S / Trueno across Bring a Trailer, RM Sotheby's, Bonhams, and other major houses. Tracks collector demand trends over time.
| Date | Variant | Sale Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-02 | Trueno GT-APEX RM Sotheby's Panda paint, original 4A-GE Bluetop. | $88,000 |
| 2023-07 | Trueno GT-S Bring a Trailer Pop-up headlights, clean original condition. | $55,000 |
| 2022-12 | Levin GT-S Bring a Trailer Fixed headlight variant, unmodified. | $42,000 |
Auction data compiled from public sale results at Bring a Trailer, RM Sotheby's, Barrett-Jackson, Bonhams, and BH Auction. Prices shown are final hammer prices.
Build Packages (2)
Compatible Parts (16)
🇺🇸 US Import Status
The Toyota Corolla GT-S / Trueno is currently legal to import to the United States under the 25-year exemption rule. Vehicles manufactured in 1983 or earlier may be imported without DOT/EPA modifications.