subject: An Auto That Was Involved In The Creation Of "007" Icons - Toyota 2000 Gt [print this page] 007 turns Fifty, while Toyota exceeded 75 yrs of life. It is therefore a good time to turn the movie in reverse and recall a different icon - an automobile that has been involved in the development of "James Bond" icons - the Toyota 2000GT.
During its debut year, 1967, Model type 2000 GT received its 1st lead film part alongside Sean Connery who was playing James Bond in "You only live twice". This particular 007 car is exclusive and different from the actual "normal" model from the limited edition set, merely Forty-five in. raised from floor. Apparently, because of the Connerys height, movie producers made customization on this Toyota model and constructed two convertible car models for that movie.
Fortyfive yrs later, the actual 2000GT has become an icon as well as a part of James Bond tales traditions. It had been called "a first genuine Japanese sports vehicle". Under Four hundred copies from this 2 seater with front engine along with rear wheel drive were made. The 2.0 liter, six cylinder, motor is Toyota's first DOHC motor developed in collaboration with Yamaha.
Lately, the Us talk show icon and also well-known autos hobbyist, Jay Leno got a opportunity to spend some time behind the controls of 1 of those 2000 GT convertibles.
Not just that 2000 GT is Hollywood icon and also genuinely beautiful example of car design plus engineering, it is also a true sports car having an extremely rich traditions.
In 1966, just before the actual automobile was officially launched, the 2000 GT went through 72 hour high-speed durability check. During this check have been set numerous world records in speed as well as durability, that are accepted by the Federation Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA). That same year, the 2000GT was the 3rd in the Japan Grand Prix and also continued to win the 1967 Fuji 24hour competition - recalls Phillip Riback.
Afterwards, the american car legend Shelby has been catching breeze in his 2000 GT and then decided to get a couple of units of this automobile within the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) tournament in the 1968 season. Shelby was delivered 3 examples, 2 of which were driven, and the 3rd that was held "as a reserve". Drivers Patrick and Dave Jordan in 2000GT accomplished several victories and this season completed second as well as 3rd in the championship - remembers Phillip Riback.
This particular icon carries on ... Toyota's most recent sports car having front motor along with rear wheel drive - Toyota GT 86 inherits so much from its grandfather's structure and carries on the structure lines of attractive sports vehicle.
by: Harry r Gill
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