To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION WITHOUT RESERVE at RM Sothebys' Amelia
Island event, 8 - 9 March 2019.
Estimate:
$100,000 - $120,000
- Offered from the Youngtimer Collection
- Less than 11,200 miles from new
Toyota's fourth-generation Supra, known as the Mk IV, entered
regular production for the 1993 model year and remained in
production for the following nine years. The last examples were
built in 2002 with U.S. exports ceasing in 1999. The most desirable
variant was of course the Twin Turbo, which could be had in either
hardtop coupe or targa body styles until 1996. Performance-wise,
the Supra could more than stand up against many contemporary sports
cars, boasting a 0-60 mph time of 5.6 seconds and a quarter mile
time of 13.1 seconds at 109 mph. The car quickly developed a
serious following with import tuners and is still considered one of
the most exciting Japanese performance cars of all time.
According to the accompanying CARFAX report, this Supra Twin Turbo
Targa was sold new in Illinois and remained there for at least two
years, accumulating nearly 6,000 miles. It was subsequently
imported to Switzerland approximately one year ago. Presently, the
odometer is currently showing 11,200 miles, which is believed
original. It remains in brilliant and largely original condition
throughout.
As many Supras were driven hard in their early lives, finding a
well-preserved and highly original example can be difficult. As a
result, low-mileage examples were highly sought after and quickly
earned their collectible status. With the fifth-generation Supra
unveiled at this year's North American International Auto Show in
Detroit, the Mk IV has garnered plenty of attention from
collectors, new and old, alike. This impeccable example should not
be missed.
To view this car and others currently consigned to this auction,
please visit the RM website at rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/am19.
