Vehicle Description
GR Auto Gallery is excited to bring to market this all original,
well cared for, 2 owner, 1979 Toyota Corolla SR5 Liftback for
consideration. Toyota's compact cars were just making a splash in
America during a time where gas shortages and sky rocketing prices
fueled the demand for smaller, more fuel efficient cars. Toyota,
compared to the big three, were ahead of the curve to meet this
demand as they were importing compact cars to the US since the mid
60's. The 1979 Corolla, now in its 4th generation, were powered by
a spirited 1.6 liter overhead cam 4 cylinder engine that combined
with the vehicles small size and light weight delivered fuel
economy and reliability to the American public. At the time, the
response was tepid, but these early, sensible Toyota models paved
the way for the Toyota brand to becoming the best-selling car in
America from 2002 - 2020.
The 1979 Toyota Corolla spent all if its early years in the States
on California and Oregon until it was acquired by its second owner
in 1997 to be used as a car for a second home in the State of
Michigan who truly loved and cared for the vehicle until our recent
acquisition. The car remains completely original and in quite
amazing condition for the age and use. It is powered by its
original 1.6 liter 4 cylinder engine, 5 speed manual transmission
and rear wheel drive. It is finished in Toyota White over Blue
interior. Highlights included its liftback hatch back, bucket
seats, fold down rear seat, 13-inch factory wheels, full size
spare, jack, tools, etc. This is an extremely well-preserved car
that of course has a few bumps and bruises, but has a rock solid
body and structure and reliable mechanicals the makes it a unique
daily driver.
The Toyota nameplate has etched itself into automotive history. The
Corolla offered here is a clean slate for anyone looking for an
eclectic driver, a resto-mod build or with its rear wheel drive,
makes it a great candidate to build a vintage race car. No wrong
decision at the price offered here.
Gr Auto Gallery, LLC and our sister company, Wheelz Sales and
Leasing Inc. makes every effort to represent each vehicle
accurately and with integrity. We also welcome third party
inspections when necessary. Although we try to do our very best to
be accurate in our description writing we are human and do make
mistakes. Unless otherwise noted, All vehicles are sold AS IS, No
Warranty Expressed or Implied. All sales final.
