TOM'S USA GR Corolla Catalog Car Breakdown
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- Опубліковано 30 вер 2024
- "You need to eat more tofu!" - Alex
The breakdown of our SEMA 2023 build of the TOM'S USA/TOM'S JAPAN GR Corolla. Full interior and exterior options not to mention suspension, wheels, and brakes.
To top it all off Alex brings the GRC out to the Fujiwara Tofu Cafe in support of Maaya Orido and Hana Burton's piloting of the APEX'i GR86 for Global Time Attack.
Bueno:
Seats
Carbon accents
Rear spoiler
No bueno:
Front bumper
Exhaust
Wheels
The bumper can be polarizing. They are trying to keep it close to their GR Yaris build. But we are glad you found some positives. Too many people these days just point out negative.
@@JustDriven While the Corolla has plenty of lines, they're smooth and curved. The square opening of the front bumper just looks opposite to me. However, people buy body kits to alter the looks of their cars, so I'm sure some will like it.
I've never been a fan of these multi-outlet exhaust systems. I know Tom's goes crazy on their Lexus exhausts, but I don't like the BMW M Performance or the Civic Type R exhausts either, so not for me. Again, some will like.
As for the wheels, I love a lot of the Tom's wheels, they have one of my all time favorites, but the polished look and the size just don't work for me. Seems more VIP than rally/race performance to me.
I'm also not into the forged carbon look.
I love the seats and was happy to hear they will fit the larger physical frame. I must ask how you were able to fit them without triggering any of the SRS lights. These I will buy, along with the suspension and the rear spoiler when it becomes available.
When you are ready just hit us for the seats and other parts. We even have the SRS light trick for you. It was developed on our car earlier on.
I might be in the minority but I just don't like that front end. The grill opening that is so rectangular just looks weird to me. I do like the interior forged CF pieces. Where are those listed for purchase? I couldn't find them anywhere.
A lot of the things on our GRC are still in the prototype phase. We will have them available on our website once they are released. Go to Justdriven dot com when you're ready. As for the front bumper...it's different. We like different. The looks are polarizing and we appreciate it's not for everyone.
@@JustDriven Thanks. I don't mind different either, but I have to like it if I'm going to do it. 😉😎
You are not wrong! Wonder what some softer edges would do to the front bumper. It'll be cool to see what else the aftermarket brings to it. Not a lot of JDM attention on the GRC because it's not being sold there so it's great to see TOM'S putting the effort in.
Oh man i want those carbon interior overlays so bad😮
They'll be available soon and you can order them from us! Just Driven dot com
Same! The piano black looks nice until you touch it, then it's a total fingerprint magnet!
Yes, sir. Thank you for building that for me, you did an incredible job. Can I get those keys now?
We left the keys with Alex and now we can't find them. Coincidence?
Thanks again!!! *Beep-Beep* Vroooooom
@@negativeindustrial can I get a ride when you get them keys lol. I really wanna test out those seats since I’m a bigger guy need to know how they fit fat 😂
@negativeindustrial Are you censoring expletives? Or is that the sound of the Toyota horn?
@Doomz87 They are accommodating. But we make no guarantees and we don't fat shame, unless it's Alex, then we just really enjoy it.
Awesome build....we all have different taste
Thank you. You are absolutely right, but so glad you are able to see some positivity. Too many people like to point out the negativity.
Where was the meet at??
Fujiwara Tofu Cafe
Where the hell is that?
Are you asking because you haven't googled it yet?
I need that exhaust for my GRC. Did they hint at when it's going to be available? 5:15
The last we heard most of the parts will be available in the spring. We will have them on our website when they become available. We also may do a video update when they do finally make them available to the public.
I love the bumper and headlight this is an art ❤❤
We think TOM'S did a great job. It even matches their Yaris too!
I REALLY like the look of this kit... now the question that matters, how much and when is this available?
This is still the prototype kit but when it is made available you'll be able to purchase directly from us at justdriven dot com.
I want that backend with the spoiler and exhaust...and maybe the mid spoiler too just for some extra zazz
Bro that front bumper is a dream!!!!
Pretty rad right?
How are you guys adjusting the rear camber?
We are using Cusco Rear Upper Camber arms that are adjustable. Any parts you need let us know and we can get you pricing! Best way to do that is to DM us on Instagram or email info (@) justdriven.com
Hopefully those exterior parts will be made carbon fiber also
Do you mean the bumper and wing? Not sure if TOM'S is the market to sell CFP bumpers? Maybe. It would be interesting to find out! And badass to see!
@JustDriven The spoiler and the canards and other little pieces.
I'm waiting for somebody to make a nice carbon fiber hood with maybe even a scoop on it. That's the only bad thing about being one the first people to own a GR Corolla is there's not too many parts out yet
when you guys ordered the hood was it pre-painted or did you have to send it to paint ? TIA. keep up the good work !
When you get the hood from Toyota it is their standard black e-coat stuff. You will need to prep and paint the hood to match.
For me this is the coolest toyota
Thank you so much!
Looks killer
Yah, it transforms the look of the car.
The forged carbon on the interior shifter area should have been a complete look and not leave any of the piano black. 😢. I got my hopes up when I caught a glimpse of it but then I went back to check and it’s not a full cover or replacement. Most of the other pieces look pretty good though.
The piano black fad needs to fade into oblivion. Maybe the people from TOM'S will hear your cries and update the center console?
@@JustDriven I agree…Toyota need to address it and understand that people don’t actually like it and just tolerate it because there’s no other choice. Hopefully they can come out with complete piano black delete for the interior in the aftermarket or I’ll have to vinyl wrap it/matte PPF maybe. 🤔
Maybe. Let's hope. They also need to stop that "stick on" looking navigation monitors. Break away Toyota! You can do it.
@@JustDriven OK so I’m not the only one who hates the fact that all these companies have these head units on vehicles that look like they are an afterthought!
I also don’t like technology for the sake of technology, and if you are going to change something it needs to have an actual benefit to the end-user. I like buttons and knobs over capacitive touch and menu style systems. While I understand that they can add a lot more features when they bury options in menus and there are lots of benefits like Apple CarPlay, which make life easier. There are certain things that just don’t need to be changed and they end up adding complexity and parts to repair in the future… I’m not saying that things were better back in the day, but I think it needs to be a blend of old school and new school tech. Sorry that turned into a bit of a rant 😂.
Rants are fine. Now that we got that out of our systems we can talk about how in this overly EV world we live in companies like Toyota are releasing manual transmission turbo charged fun vehicles for us to enjoy!
Awesomeness
Thank you!
Woah! Thats the coolest corolla ewa!
Thank you so much!
That front bumper is god awful looking. If it was free I wouldnt replace my 24 bumper with it.
We are so glad you let us know! haha... It's great to see companies showing this platform some love (especially since Japan doesn't even get the GR Corolla). We admit the looks aren't for everyone, but are happy to have some options for the GRC.
I want the back bump side spoilers
They'll be available soon!
@@JustDrivenu guys have a website
That front bumper ❤
It looks even better in person!
The Fast and the Frivolous. I think TOMs got lost on their way to Subaru lol.
TOM'S GR Corolla Type TK (by Takamoto Katsuta). Takamoto, rally driver for Toyota Gazoo Racing helped design the kit for this and the GR Yaris. So it's a little wild for TOM'S usual style but we still dig it.
That exhaust is so different, I love it! Is it going to be released?
We have been talking to TOM's and it doesn't sound like it will be released at this time.
Good build
Thank you!
When are you expecting these products to be available ?
We are expecting more information from TOMs Japan next month or so on pricing and availabilities. We suspect not everything on our world premier demo car will make it to market. Is there something in particular you're trying to get your hands on?
Yhe only thing i dont like it the grille. Feel like it takes away from yhe curvature of the car. Other than that... If i had enought money i would totally but it. W body kit🔥🔥🔥
They tried and keep it similar to their Yaris kit we suspect.
@@JustDriven that makes sense
Where can I get that spoiler ? Thanks
It's a TOM's prototype spoiler. It'll be available through our website once TOM's releases it.
Are we able to buy these body kits
They have not been released from TOM's just yet. You'll find them on our (under construction) website when they are available to the public.
I want the shifter trim! When will that be available?!
Funny you ask... we have a huge announcement coming tonight at 4pm (PST). Check our IG and our UA-cam shorts.
@@JustDriven Can't wait!
Only one draw back to this Corolla. And the build is immaculate. Just wish gr Corolla would be a true 3 dr hatch
But then it wouldn't be a Corolla. It'd be a Yaris. Unless that's your point...haha.
@@JustDriven the 86 is THE COROLLA. It'd still be bigger, stiffer, and wider stance. GR Corolla could have been the actual send off for the most famous Toyota. Difference in opinion is ok tho! Still a beautiful car.
We don't really have a different opinion. We have actually talked about putting the GR Corolla engine into a GR86 for funsies. But we have too many other builds to finish first.
@@JustDriven oh I mean the original ae86. Lol. The GR Corolla being an actual Corolla, is the reason. I've got both and I'm currently doing a door delete and matching the paint.
Is that 5 exhaust tips?
We wanted 6 but couldn't figure out how to make it work.
So dope 🔥
Thanks!
Lowering a car that's designed for rally is ridiculous.
The GR Yaris was designed for rally.
@@JustDriven The inspiration for both of these cars is rally. “Rooted in rally, developed under the scrutiny of master driver Akio Toyoda and inspired by Toyota’s sports car lineage”-Toyota USA Newsroom. Anyone can do whatever they want with their cars, but to take a rally inspired car and lower it makes no sense.
It does actually. Just because it's initial inspiration was rally does not mean every owner will use theirs for this purpose. We did not plan to use it for any rally racing but instead we wanted to use it for time attack. Just like so many Evos, STIs, Focus RSs, and so many other "rally inspired" vehicles in recent years being used for time attack. Not ridiculous, just something different.
@@JustDriven The topic isn’t about other cars, it’s about GR Corolla. You keep trying to justify the decisions here by bringing up irrelevant topics and cars. The inspiration is rally, and it’s an AWD car meant for all driving terrain and purpose. To lower the car is counter intuitive to its purpose and design.
What would have rather seen us do to this build?
Will the exhaust fit the oem rear bumper?
No, it will not fit.
@@JustDriven TOM'S rear bumper in the works? Is there a list for the parts, available? Curious to see what's all to come. Thanks.
They have a rear diffuser piece to allow for the exhaust to fit properly. It's in the works and will be available on our website as soon as it is available.
@@JustDriven Meant to say, diffuser. How about the front? Will that lip fit the OEM bumper? Doesn't look like so, but had to ask. Hopefully, a lip kit that will fit the OEM body and not heavy modifications to fit.
This car looks so sick!
Thank you! We think it's pretty different from the Toyota factory, but still looks great.
I don't like it, but that's just me. I like the the forge carbon parts and the wheels
The kit looks on brand with their GR Yaris kit. We know the kit is not for everyone but we still dig it. We would love some TEs or CEs under the arches to really set it off.