GT86, GR86 and BRZ Special Editions

Over the years, Toyota and Subaru have released numerous special editions of the GT86 and BRZ, each offering unique features and enhancements. Here’s a comprehensive guide to the most notable special editions and rare versions available worldwide.

1. UK Special Editions

  • GT86 Aero: Features an aggressive body kit with a large rear wing, extended side skirts, and 18-inch alloy wheels, providing a sportier appearance.
  • GT86 Blanco: Limited to 86 units, this edition boasts a white exterior with red and black accents, numbered plaques, and bespoke interior details.
  • GT86 Giallo: Known for its striking yellow paint and gloss black 17-inch alloy wheels, offering a bold aesthetic.
  • GT86 Club Series (Blue Edition): Part of the Club Series, the Blue Edition features exclusive blue paint and the Performance Pack, including Brembo brakes, Sachs dampers, and 17-inch alloy wheels for enhanced handling and braking.
  • GT86 Club Series (Orange Edition): Another Club Series model, the Orange Edition combines unique orange paint with black accents on mirrors, wheels, and badges.
  • GT86 TRD Special Edition: A rare UK model featuring TRD (Toyota Racing Development) parts like a sport-tuned exhaust, 18-inch black alloy wheels, a unique body kit, and upgraded brakes and suspension. Limited to 250 units, this edition adds aggressive styling and performance-focused upgrades.
  • BRZ Final Edition: Marks the end of the first-generation BRZ, featuring upgraded brakes, Sachs suspension, exclusive colors, and unique interior details.
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2. Japan-Exclusive Editions

  • GT86 14R-60: A track-focused model developed by Gazoo Racing, featuring extensive weight reduction, stiffer suspension, and a full aero package. Limited to around 100 units.
  • GT86 GRMN: Only 100 produced, this model includes upgrades from Gazoo Racing like a revised suspension, lightened chassis, and enhanced engine tuning.
  • BRZ tS: A performance-focused model by Subaru’s STI division, offering upgraded brakes, Sachs dampers, a stiffer chassis, and unique STI styling elements.
  • GT86 Style Cb: Features a unique rounded front bumper and grille for a softer, retro-inspired look. This model was Japan-only and remains one of the more unusual variants.

3. United States Special Editions

  • GT86 Hakone Edition: Inspired by Japan’s famous Hakone Turnpike, this version has exclusive green paint, bronze wheels, and black-and-tan interior.
  • Series.Blue BRZ: An early special edition featuring STI-inspired body styling, Brembo brakes, and a unique blue paint job. Limited production makes it highly sought after.
  • Series.Yellow BRZ: Limited-run model in bright yellow with Brembo brakes and Sachs suspension, aimed at track enthusiasts.
  • GT86 TRD Special Edition: Comes with TRD-specific suspension, brakes, exhaust, and cosmetic touches, creating a more aggressive look and handling profile.

4. Australia and New Zealand Special Editions

  • Toyota 86 Limited Blackline Edition: Features a unique body kit, 17-inch alloy wheels, and exclusive interior finishes. Limited to a small number of units, making it a collectible in the region.
  • Subaru BRZ Special Edition: Often released with subtle STI enhancements like upgraded suspension, unique paint, and interior details.

5. European Special Editions

  • GT86 Tiger Edition (Germany): A rare model with bright orange paint, black 17-inch alloy wheels, and interior tweaks. Limited to a few hundred units.
  • GT86 Cup Edition (Germany): Designed to celebrate Toyota’s participation in the Nürburgring 24 Hours, this edition includes special decals, lightweight wheels, and a numbered plaque.

6. Global Limited Editions and Regional Variants

  • BRZ Final Edition (Various Markets): Subaru’s farewell to the first-gen BRZ, often featuring exclusive paint, Sachs dampers, and unique interior details.
  • BRZ ZC6 Anniversary Editions: Released in various markets to mark anniversaries, often featuring unique badges, limited colors, and STI-inspired components.

7. Rare Colors and Special Orders

  • Color Editions: In certain markets, Toyota and Subaru have offered limited runs of unique colors or custom interior packages that make some models especially rare.
  • Toyota’s Custom Order Program (Japan): In Japan, buyers could customize their GT86 with specific colors, interior trims, and accessories, creating “one-off” cars that are rare and unique.

8. Modifications by Gazoo Racing (GR) and STI

  • GR and GRMN Models: These editions are highly modified with weight reduction, tuning, and enhanced aerodynamics, making them the most performance-focused GT86 models.
  • STI tS Variants: Subaru’s STI versions, including tS and Final Editions, which often include unique suspension tuning, brakes, and STI branding.

9. Recent Special Editions (2024-2025)

  • 2024 Subaru BRZ tS: Reintroduced with performance enhancements, including STI-tuned suspension, Brembo brakes, and exclusive styling elements. 
  • 2025 Toyota GR86 Hakone Edition: Revives the Hakone name with Ridge Green paint, bronze wheels, and a premium tan Ultrasuede® and leather-trimmed interior. 
  • 2025 Toyota GR86 Trueno Edition: Paying homage to the iconic AE86 from "Initial D," this edition features a two-tone paint scheme with options like Halo white and black or Track Red and black. It also includes a black-wrapped hood, 18-inch black metallic wheels, and a black duckbill spoiler. Equipped with the GR86 Performance Package, it offers upgraded Sachs dampers and Brembo brakes. Production is limited to 860 units, making it highly collectible.
  • 2025 Subaru BRZ Series.Purple: Limited to 500 units, this edition features a Galaxy Purple Pearl exterior, satin silver 18-inch alloy wheels, and performance upgrades like an STI short-throw shifter.

These special editions and rare versions highlight the versatility and enthusiast appeal of the GT86 and BRZ platforms, offering unique features and enhancements that cater to a wide range of preferences.

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