10:30 AM: It has been revealed that the Toyota 86 base price starts at $29,990 AUD.
For 86GTS model the price has been announced to be $35,490.
10:32 AM: Global demand is high. 250 each month in first two months. $2500 more for auto.
10:33 AM: Auto versions of Toyota 86 will cost $32,490 and $37,990.
10:34 AM: No space for Turbo because of engine being so low. No LSD on low spec auto.
10:37 AM: 40% 86GTS and 60% get order bank
10:38 AM: Biggest market US. Than Japan, Europe and finally Australia.
10:40 AM: Due to focus on environment and low emissions took so long to make sports car as all parts had to be developed new. Could not share from other cars.
10:42 AM: New CEO being a sports enthusiast also helped change direction of company.
10:50 AM: Car on sale from June 18th.
Toyota 86 prices in Australia as announced:
Toyota 86 GT – manual – $29,990
Toyota 86 GT – auto – $32,490
Toyota 86 GTS – manual – $35,490
Toyota 86 GTS – auto – $37,990
Pricing does not include on-road costs.
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