Toyota Celica GT-Four RC ST185 (diecast 1:64, Hobby Japan)

Toyota Celica GT-Four RC

Manufacturer: Hobby Japan
Scale: 1:64
Year:1989
Color: Grey
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Note: The GT-Four name was introduced with the fourth generation of Celica. The first Celica to bear this name was indeed the ST165 in October 1986.

The Celica GT-Four ST185
In 1990, it was replaced by the GT-Four ST185, or Celica Turbo 4WD. For participation in the World Rally Championship, a special version of the ST185 was also built, the GT-Four RC (rally car), known in Europe as the Carlos Sainz Limited Edition and in the Anglo-Saxon market as Group A. This version was built in 5,000 numbered units equipped with an enhanced second-generation 3S-GTE engine compared to the ST185, with increased turbocharger pressure to 0.95 bar and an air/water intercooler. In addition, it had a gearbox with shorter ratios, an additional synchronizer for first and second gear, and a Torsen type rear self-locking differential. In 1994, it was replaced by the ST205.

The Celica GT-Four Turbo 4WD (ST205) is the most powerful and fastest Celica ever. It was sold in Europe between 1994 and 1996. The ST205 was used in the WRC, or World Rally Championship. The GT-Four uses a type of suspension called “super strut,” unique in its design.

The Celica GT-Four ST205
The super strut suspension uses the same mounting points as standard McPhersons. The difference between the two is as follows: the Super Strut uses two individual lower arms, with a link between the first arm and the strut, instead of a lower arm. The upper part of the steering joint is connected to the strut via a ball joint instead of a fixed joint. The stabilizer bar is connected to the shock absorber instead of the lower arm. The biggest advantage of this system is that it allows for better camber in turns.

For homologation regulations, 2,500 WRC versions were produced, containing numerous extra features, but all were disabled. Out of 2,500 cars built, 2,100 were sold in Japan, 300 in Europe, 77 in Australia, and the rest in other parts of the world. The extra features included were as follows:
• Water Injection
• Water sprayers for intercooler radiator cooling
• Antilag System (Bang-Bang)
• High spoiler through the addition of supports
• Hood stiffening
There might have been weight reduction as well, although this has not been confirmed. The WRC version was only available in 1994. After 1996, the GT-Four received a minor facelift in 1996 and in 1998. The 1996 facelift included a different rear spoiler and side skirts, a different airbag system, ABS, and 6-spoke rims. Headlights and taillights were modified. In 1998, however, some things reverted back to the first version, like the rear spoiler and interior finishes (dashboard, steering wheel, seat setting, and side panels).

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