With just under a month to go until it’s global unveil at the North American International Auto Show, Toyota is certainly ramping up the excitement and getting us in the mood for the holiday season, with a special wrapping paper inspired by the all-new Supra.
Toyota is helping raise funds for the Crisis at Christmas charity appeal with the special wrapping paper, but sadly, the unique gift wrap is available exclusively to United Kingdom residents only.
The paper, produced in a limited run of just 500 rolls, has the same camouflage body wrap design that has adorned the Supra prototype since its first appearance at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in the summer. The dazzle pattern features the red, white and black colours of Toyota Gazoo Racing and a subtle “A90” reference that enthusiasts will recognise as the new car’s chassis code.
If you’re living in the UK, you can buy it via CrowdFunder.co.uk, at http://fal.cn/SupraWrappingPaper. The price is £5 (ZAR 90) for four sheets of paper (each sheet 695mm x 1000mm) with all profits going to Crisis UK, the national charity for homeless people, to support its Crisis at Christmas programme.
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FAQ
Q: What does the Toyota Supra cost in South Africa?
The new Toyota Supra A90 starts at around R899,900 for the base 2.0-litre turbo model, while the range-topping 3.0-litre turbo version will set you back approximately R1,199,900 in South Africa.
Q: Is the Toyota Supra worth buying?
The Supra is absolutely worth buying if you want a proper sports car that delivers genuine thrills, with 250kW in the top model and sublime handling thanks to its BMW collaboration, though you'll pay premium money for the privilege.
Q: How fast is the Toyota Supra A90?
The range-topping Supra 3.0 rockets from 0-100kph in just 4.3 seconds and tops out at 250kph, while the 2.0-litre version still manages a respectable 5.2 seconds to 100kph.
Q: What engine does the Toyota Supra use?
The Supra comes with either a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder producing 190kW or a stonking 3.0-litre turbocharged straight-six that pumps out 250kW, both sourced from BMW's engine stable.
Q: Does the Toyota Supra have good reliability?
While it's still early days for long-term reliability data, the Supra benefits from Toyota's legendary build quality combined with proven BMW drivetrain components, plus a comprehensive 3-year/100,000km warranty for peace of mind.
Should You Buy It?
The best pure sports car under R1,200,000 in SA is absolutely the Toyota Supra 3.0, no question about it. With 250kW of turbocharged fury, sublime handling that'll make you grin like a maniac, and the kind of exhaust note that makes traffic lights feel like starting grids, this is the sports car South Africa has been waiting for. Sure, R1,199,900 is serious money, but you're getting genuine supercar performance wrapped in Toyota reliability. If you've got the budget and want something that'll still be putting smiles on dials in 20 years' time, buy it now before they become classics and double in price.
Should You Buy It?
The Toyota Supra A90 is absolutely worth buying if you're after a proper sports car that delivers genuine thrills without breaking the bank completely. Starting at R899,900 for the 2.0-litre turbo and R1,199,900 for the 3.0-litre beast, it's one of the most accessible pure sports cars you can buy in South Africa right now. Sure, it shares DNA with the BMW Z4, but who cares when you get 250kW of fury, sublime handling, and that iconic Supra badge on the bonnet? If you want weekend fun and don't need back seats or boot space for the weekly grocery run, the Supra is your ticket to automotive happiness. Just make sure your wallet can handle the premium fuel bills and those expensive run-flat tyres.
