The 112hp 4A-GE naturally aspirated four-cylinder in this car does not strike fear on metrics alone. However, even in this automatic transmission model can potentially complete a high 16 second 1/4 mile, which would be competitive with a 5.0L Thunderbird of the same year.

The reliability of the Toyota motor with it’s Yamaha-designed DOHC head helped make 96 cubic inches more than the sum of it’s parts. Inside this sport package-equipped model, expect lively handling in spite of this being the first year the car did not come with a rear anti-roll bar. The scant 32,000 miles coupled with a single owner and impeccable condition helped bring this mid-engine classic to $13,750 at auction.