1997 Toyota Chaser Tourer V

KEY FACTS This Toyota Chaser Tourer V is a collectible JDM sports saloon, combining an inline-six engine and an engaging manual gearbox. It is powered by the lauded ‘1JZ GTE’ turbocharged 2.5-litre inline-six, driving the rear wheels through a five-speed manual transmission. First registered in 1997, this example was Japan-delivered and subsequently imported to New Zealand, where it has had one owner. The odometer indicates 93,959 kilometres, though this is not warranted. Build year: 1997 EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES The car is finished in Emerald over a black cloth-trimmed cabin. It rides on aftermarket 18-inch Prodrive GC-07C alloy wheels Equipment includes climate control and a central infotainment system. Modifications include an Apexi exhaust, an Apexi air flow converter, an Apexi electronic RPM boost controller, an aftermarket rear bumper, an HKS front-mount intercooler, a Fenix radiator, a mushroom air filter, a front strut brace, and the Prodrive alloy wheels. Accompanying the sale are various invoices, the registration certificate, power run graph, and one key. CONDITION Please refer to the photo gallery to assess exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: poor fitment on the rear spoiler, stone chips on the hood and front bumper, and a small tear on the back right seat. The seller also notes that the boost gauge does not read correctly. A previously fitted aftermarket front bumper has been replaced with a resprayed OEM item. The most recent roadworthiness inspection was reportedly conducted on 25 March 2026. SERVICE HISTORY The car was last serviced in June 2026 at 93,932 kilometres by North Shore Toyota, who replaced the engine oil, oil filter, and power steering fluid. The seller reports that, prior to this, they carried out an oil service themselves. Additionally, the battery, front castor arm inner bushes, clutch, brake pads, tyres, rear brake discs, handbrake shoes, front and rear struts, and timing belt have reportedly been re