Vehicle Description
2023 Toyota GR Corolla Morizo Edition
"A fire breathing hot hatch with the untamed energy of a wild
beast, GR Corolla was the vision of Master Driver 'Morizo', track
alias of former Toyota president and CEO Akio Toyoda. Engineered
and hand built by highly skilled 'takumi' at the TOYOTA GAZOO
Racing factory in Motomachi, the Morizo Edition was designed as the
ultimate GR Corolla for the track.", (Toyota.com.au). But of
course, it's street legal and Car and Driver's test yielded a 4.4
second sprint to 60, propelled by 300 horsepower carried by
all-wheel drive.
For consignment, a 2023 Toyota GR Corolla Morizo edition with a
title verified 775 actual miles. From the collection of famed racer
car driver Scott Pruett, this car is located in California and
offered through an exclusive arrangement with Classic Auto Mall. It
is number 101 of 200 built and remains in like new condition. The
car will be shown to interested parties at its location in sunny
California by appointment only to qualified potential buyers.
PLEASE NOTE: This vehicle is located in Northern California
Exterior
Available in only two colors, Smoke Gray and this, Wind Chill
Pearl, and benefitting from the exterior cues of the "base" GR
including the epic triple exhaust tip configuration that's unlike
any other car. The gaping grille allows for plenty of airflow into
the engine while vents on the aluminum hood, fender vents, a subtle
wing and modest rear splitter handle its escape. Morizo exclusive
front brake ducts help set the car apart. Weight saving was an
integral part of the design and on the exterior, a forged carbon
fiber roof contributes to the overall saving of about 100 pounds.
Although there are four doors, there are only front seats as we'll
see, another measure to cut a few pounds. 18-inch forged aluminum
wheels carry wide 245/40ZR18's and bright red calipers shine
through the matte black spokes. As a car with less than 1,000
miles, we were not surprised to find the exterior flaw free.
Interior
Fit for a track king, the inside is adorned with leather and suede
throughout beginning on the smooth and handsome door panels which
are unobstructed by unnecessary switchgear. That's Brin Naub suede
on the black racing seats, framed in leather with red stitching to
match the red seat belts and red stitch boots found on the shifter
and parking brake. That shifter has a shortened stroke and is
positioned "where the driver's arm is naturally lowered from the
steering" according to Toyota. A simulated suede wrapped steering
wheel is both attractive and functional with a panel of thumb
controls on each horizontal spoke. Naturally, the GR logo is
present here and other places in the interior while a red centering
stripe tops the steering wheel. The bright digital instrument
cluster is wide, colorful and full of critical information,
changeable with the flick of your thumb. In the center, a screen is
prominently perched over the A/C panel and the sound system on this
race inspired car is on par with some of the top luxury models in
the world. The 8" screen displays wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless
Android Auto, SiriusXM, Service Connect, (up to 10-year trial),
Safety Connect capable, (up to 10-year trial), remote connect and
Drive Connect capabilities, AM/FM radio, clock, speed compensated
volume control, steering wheel controls, voice activation, radio
data system and external memory control, streaming audio, two
speakers, and Bluetooth connectivity. In back, stabilizer bars and
a package shelf replace the rear seats.
Drivetrain
Compact and lightweight is what Toyota was going for with the 1.3
liter DOHC inline 3 cylinder, boosted by a single scroll ball
bearing turbocharger that contributes to its 300 horsepower. Direct
port fuel injection is utilized and a 6-speed "intelligent" manual
transmission engineered with rev matching to accommodate high
torque levels, which are distributed to Torsen limited slip front
and rear differentials housing 3.58 gears. Naturally, power disc
brakes with ventilated and slotted rotors and four piston calipers
occupy each of the four wheels.
Undercarriage
Like the top side, the undercarriage shows minimal usage and is
mostly covered with aerodynamic panels. The single exhaust runs
through a three part muffler that subsequently sends three
tailpipes to brushed stainless tips, left, right, and center.
Suspension consists of Macpherson struts in front and a double
wishbone, multi-link system in the back.
Other Features
GR Sport Seats
Six way driver seat including manual recline, height adjustment and
fore/aft movement. Four way passenger seat including manual recline
and fore/aft movement. Manual tilt/telescoping steering column,
fixed rear windows, front and rear cupholders, compass, proximity
key for push button start only, remote keyless entry with
integrated key transmitter, illuminated entry and panic button,
cruise control, distance pacing, voice activated automatic, a full
cloth headliner, piano black interior trim and metal look
instrument panel insert, day/night rearview mirror, full floor
console with storage, overhead console and one 12V DC power outlet,
rigid cargo cover, power door locks, redundant digital speedometer,
trip computer, outside temp gauge, immobilizer, and air
filtration.
This is a fantastic opportunity to attain a rare car in new
condition with legendary motorsport celebrity provenance. With only
200 for the world, we proudly present this one for the discerning
collector.
About Scott Pruett
Scott, a seasoned racing veteran, has been closely associated with
Toyota and Lexus for over two decades. His journey began in 1999
when he joined the Toyota Indycar program, where he made history by
securing Toyota's inaugural pole position at the iconic Fontana
track. In 2014, Scott embarked on a new chapter with Ganassi and
Lexus, competing in a Daytona Prototype. His remarkable
achievements included winning 26 races, securing three
championships, and securing two overall victories at the
prestigious Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona. After a remarkable 50-year
career in racing, Scott retired in 2018 and transitioned into an
ambassador position with Lexus and Rolex. In this role, he
continues to contribute to the development of new high-performance
production cars for Lexus, including the iconic LFA. Scott's
passion for racing is evident in his experiences, such as hosting
the Lexus Performance Driving School at the iconic Fuji I, where he
had the privilege of driving the GR Corolla Morizo during its
development phase.
Major Achievements
12-Time Road Race Champion: Pruett secured 12 major road racing
championships across various series:
IMSA GTO Championships: 1986, 1988 (Roush Racing).
IMSA GT Endurance Championship: 1986, 2013
SCCA Trans-Am Championships: 1987 (Merkur XR4Ti), 1994 (Chevrolet
Camaro), 2003 (Jaguar XKR).
Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series Championships: 2004, 2008, 2010,
2011, 2012
IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship Team Title: 2013 (Chip
Ganassi Racing)
10-time Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona Winner
8-time Hall of Fame Inductee including the Motorsports Hall of Fame
(2017) and the IMSA Hall of Fame (2023)
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collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate
controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (that's more than 8
acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic
and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
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