Toyota affiliated tuning design and race engineering firm GRMN (Gazoo Racing Masters of Nürburgring) has revealed a racing version of its GT86 sports coupe dubbed the Sports FR Concept. It will make exhibited for the first time at the 40th 24 Hours of Nürburgring endurance race which will be held at the Nürburgring Circuit in the state of Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, from May 17 to 20. Dramatically enhanced from the standard production version, the Sports FR Concept features a 2.0-liter twincharged engine (turbocharger + supercharger) that produces 320 HP (235 kW / 316 bhp) and 421 Nm (310 lb-ft) of torque via a 6-speed manual transmission. Other modifications include GRMN suspension tuning with 18-inch racing wheels, GRMN brakes, widebody kit with redesigned front and rear fascias, side skirts and fenders, roll cage, stripped interior with racing bucket seats and 4-point harnesses, large rear spoiler and GRMN dual exhaust system.
Tuesday, October 9, 2012