Tuned by Bryan "No Shoes" - well known MR2 tuner in the US. Programs for 110 octane race fuel (321 rwhp/~369 fwhp), 93 octane (272 rwhp/~313 fwhp), & CA 91 octane (247 rwhp/~284 fwhp). rw =rear wheel hp 15% loss

Performance Set-up:
Originally a non-turbo version. JDM Gen III 3SGTE turbo engine swapped at 110K chassis mileage (timing belt & H2O pump changed then), Apexi Power FC ECU w/ Commander FC & FC-Datalogit Software to tune via laptop, Custom Intake w/ K&N Filter
Apexi AVC-R Boost Controller, Apexi Intercooler & Pipes, Wideband O2 Kit, super-rare Phoenix Power Departure II Pro Exhaust, Extreme Boost Downpipe, Nology Spark Plug Wires, ACT Clutch, Fidanza Aluminum Flywheel, HKS SSQV BOV, Holley 255 lph Fuel Pump, GREX Oil Cooler, Aquamist Water Injection, SPAL Fans on Intercooler & Engine Lid, Apexi Rev/Speed Meter, Apexi Boost & EGT Gauges, GReddy Oil Pressure Gauge, Blitz Turbo Timer, 15x7 Volk TE37 Custom Bronze Wheels, Bridgestone Potenza RE-01 tires (205/50/15 f - 225/50/15 r), Tein HA Coilover Suspension w/ adjustable Pillowball Mounts, Tein Pillowball Tension Rods, JIC Magic Rear Traction Bars, Polyurethane Suspension Bushings, Urethane Chassis Stiffening Foam, Cusco Front & Rear Strut Braces, TRD Front & Rear Anti-sway Bars, '93+ MR2 Brake Upgrade w/ Master Cylinder & Booster, Project Mu Racing Brake Pads (Front), Endless CC-X Racing Brake Pads (Rear), Upgraded Quick Ratio Steering Pinion
Exterior Upgrades:
JDM OEM Clear Corners & solid front moldings, '94+ MR2 Tail light Swap, Custom Flushmount Headlights (molds available), Mad PSI Carbon-Fiber Hood, Clifford Intelliguard 8000 Alarm

Includes Genuine Toyota Service Manuals and all historical records (Air Conditioning, cruise control, original headlights, and factory hood were removed, but all parts are still available to be retrofitted)

Asking $8,500 OBO. Shipping can be arranged at buyer's expense.

Always garaged & babied. Looks & runs great. I already regret having to sell this. I've had it for 16 years, and invested a lot of money into it.

The car is currently in California, but registered in Ohio

Auto Services in California

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Address: Lodi

Phone: (209) 505-5999

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Address: 4040 Manly Rd, Willow-Springs

Phone: (661) 328-0881

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Address: 655 Bridge St, Grimes

Phone: (530) 953-2687

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Used Car Dealers

Address: 3901 E La Palma Ave # A, Atwood

Phone: (714) 260-4867

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Address: 407 Main St, Linda

Phone: (530) 633-0271

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2014 Toyota Highlander

Tue, 17 Dec 2013

Midsize crossovers like the Toyota Highlander tend to play a thankless role in the life of today's modern family.
That's really too bad. With the ability to hold several hyperactive kids and tons of cargo while keeping everyone safe and comfortable in all kinds of climate conditions day in and day out, they're true heroes in the lives of hundreds of thousands of families across the country. Yet their car-apathetic owners often immediately forget about them as soon as their work is done. And nearly all midsize crossovers are thoroughly ignored by enthusiasts whose eyes begin to glaze over at first mention of the phrase "third row."
Toyota is looking to soften the blow somewhat by giving its midsize crossover, the Highlander, a big redesign for the 2014 model year. With a bold new look, updated suspension and a refreshed interior focused on comfort and convenience, Toyota aims to make the Highlander sportier to drive and more striking in appearance, because, as the marketing team explains, "families are going places and they want to get there in style."

Toyota's Lentz says fuel cells are the future, not EVs

Sun, 25 May 2014

Toyota is not bullish on EVs. That comes from the company's North American CEO, Jim Lentz, who said the company will focus not on electrification, but on continued hybridization with a long-term focus on hydrogen fuel cells.
Lentz questioned the long-range ability of EVs, saying that Toyota feels "there are better alternatives, such as hybrids and plug-in hybrids, and tomorrow with fuel cells." Lentz spoke about Toyota's focus on hydrogen following Forbes Brainstorm Green conference and barely a week after a battery deal between Tesla and Toyota ended, according to Automotive News.
That deal provided for 2,500 battery packs for the Rav4 EV. While valuable to Toyota, the deal "was never about open-ended volume," Lentz said. "It was time to either continue or stop. My personal feeling was that I would rather invest my dollars in fuel cell development than in another 2,500 EVs."

Oh Buoy! Toyota sinks to Spongebob depths with custom Highlander

Mon, 15 Jul 2013

The launch of the 2014 Toyota Highlander is being assisted by Bikini Bottom's number one resident, SpongeBob SquarePants. The new crossover has been wrapped with SpongeBob's square mug all over it as if he's saying "I'm ready. I'm ready. I'm ready. I'm ready," from every direction. Inside is a cabin that Toyota says "captures all of the beloved character's high-octane energy," but might make you question whether this is really the world you want to live in.
Revealed on SpongeBob Day at the San Diego Padres vs. San Francisco Giants baseball game in San Diego, CA on July 13, the Highlander will go from there to seven locations nationwide on a "Happy Driving Tour," ending at the LA Auto Show in November.
You can read all about it in the press release below, as well as ways to fill your life with more SpongeBob than is probably healthy.

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