Toyota Limits GR GT Supercar Sales to Genuine Enthusiasts as First U.S. Batch Sells Out

Toyota has set aside a small number of its new GR GT supercar for the U.S., but the initial run is already gone. The automaker is being picky about who gets one, stating it wants buyers who will actually drive the car rather than resell it for profit.

Toyota revealed the GR GT more than seven months ago and shared new details at a press briefing during the Rolex Motorsport Reunion at Laguna Seca last weekend. 0-liter twin-turbo hybrid V8 producing over 640 horsepower, paired with a rear-mounted, triple-wet-clutch eight-speed transmission.

A track-only version, the GR GT3, was developed alongside it for FIA GT3 competition, including events like Le Mans and the World Endurance Championship.

S. and intends to sell only to those who will drive the supercar. He said the company won't have enough to meet demand, calling it a passion project tied to Akio Toyoda's desire for a world-class performance car. He added that Toyota does not want to sell to flippers, and the first allocation is already sold.

Gilleland noted that around 150 potential buyers at The Quail during Monterey Car Week discussed their preferences with Toyota reps, even though orders weren't being taken. He described the interest as huge. Deliveries are expected to begin next year. Toyota development driver Tatsuya Kataoka expressed hope that drivers will sense the intensity and passion behind the project.