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Bro is not Takumi Fujiwara 😭 The Toyota AE86—nicknamed “Hachi‑Roku” (“eight‑six”)—is a small, rear‑wheel‑drive coupe and lift‑back produced from 1983 to 1987 as the Corolla Levin and Sprinter Trueno models. Powered by the rev‑happy 1.6 L 4A‑GE twin‑cam engine with a 5‑speed manual, it combined light weight (~900 kg), near 50/50 balance, limited‑slip differential, and sharp handling—attributes rarely found together during its era. The AE86 earned cult status through its rugged, tunable chassis and iconic presence in drifting culture—championed by the legendary “Drift King” Keiichi Tsuchiya on Japan’s touge mountain passes—and its starring role in the manga/anime Initial D as Takumi Fujiwara’s trusty tofu‑delivery racer. Even years after production ended, it remains a JDM darling—prized by enthusiasts for its purity, customization potential, and nostalgia, inspiring a fervent global fanbase and modern tributes like Toyota’s GR86 Trueno Edition. What are your thoughts? 🤔 ( meme by...

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