With many of us spending more time at home due to the coronavirus outbreak, companies are coming up with innovative ideas to keep us entertained and engaged. Toyota has joined this trend by offering a creative and fun activity: making your own Toyota GT86 from paper using specially designed templates.
Toyota has created six unique templates of special versions of their GT86. To get started, you will need a color printer, some glue, scissors, and, of course, some paper. This activity is perfect for car enthusiasts and anyone looking for a hands-on project during the lockdown.
Background and Inspiration
For those seeking a productive and enjoyable pastime during the current lockdown, Toyota GB (PLC) has produced a series of templates to cut out and build miniature Toyota GT86 paper models. These models are inspired by distinctive retro-liveried examples of the sports car, adding a nostalgic touch to the activity.
The six special GT86s were originally created for the 2015 Goodwood Festival of Speed to help commemorate 50 years of Toyota in the UK. This event is renowned for showcasing automotive history and innovation, making it a fitting occasion for Toyota to celebrate its legacy with these unique designs.
Details of the Templates
The six templates available for download are based on iconic Toyota racing liveries, each with its own historical significance. Here are the templates you can choose from:
Yatabe Speed Trial Toyota 2000GT – This template pays homage to the legendary Yatabe Speed Trial, where the Toyota 2000GT set several speed records in the 1960s.
Shelby Toyota 2000GT – This design is inspired by the collaboration between Toyota and Carroll Shelby, resulting in a racing version of the 2000GT.
Ove Andersson’s Toyota Celica 1600GT – This template celebrates Ove Andersson, a legendary rally driver and founder of Toyota Team Europe, with his iconic Celica 1600GT.
IMSA GTU Toyota Celica – This design is based on the IMSA GTU Toyota Celica, which competed in the International Motor Sports Association series in the 1980s.
Castrol Toyota Celica GT-Four – This template features the iconic Castrol livery, made famous by the Toyota Celica GT-Four in the World Rally Championship.
Esso Ultron Tiger Toyota Supra – This design is inspired by the Esso Ultron Tiger Toyota Supra, a standout in the Japanese Grand Touring Championship (JGTC).
These templates not only provide a fun and engaging activity but also offer a glimpse into Toyota’s rich motorsport heritage. Each model is a miniature tribute to the brand’s achievements and innovations over the years.
You can find out more details about these paper Toyota GT86 models that you can make yourself at the link below. This is a great idea from Toyota, and it should keep enthusiasts busy and entertained for a while after work.
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