1991 Toyota Sera
Registration no. H363 FHG Chassis no. EXY10-0013082

Bonhams MPH March Auction **Sealed Bids**|23 March 2020, 17:00 GMT|Bicester, Bicester Heritage

1991 Toyota Sera
Registration no. H363 FHG
Chassis no. EXY10-0013082

Odometer Reading: 98,262km
MoT Expiry: 22/04/2020

*Little seen in UK
*Rugged Toyota mechanicals
*Some bills

As striking now as when it was launched in 1990 the Toyota Sera was one of the company's 'boutique' models that clothed Starlet mechanicals in a dramatic body. Sold new exclusively in Japan a few have made it West and this example comes to market in very good condition, with bodywork, paint and external trim all in very good order. Our vendor says the driver's door gas struts have been replaced. The interior is good although it should be noted some small plastic trim is missing and for those with an eye on authenticity the original Japanese distress flare is included. Mechanically good a full service and cambelt change was carried out in 2017 (bills on file) as well as all MoT test certificates since it was imported, and spare door struts and sun shades are included, along with a model Sera for the new owner's mantelpiece. A highly unusual yet eminently usable latter-day classic – try finding another!

Footnotes

Vendor Score Total: 87/100

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Key for sellers' assessments:
1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing
2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage
3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well
4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout
5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well

EXTERIOR TOTAL: 23/25
Body Work: 5
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 4
Glass: 4
Paint: 5
Wheels/Tyres: 5

INTERIOR TOTAL: 17/20
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 4
Headlining: 5
Seats: 4
Trim: 4

ENGINE TOTAL: 17/20
Mechanical components: 4
Running: 4
Starting: 5
Under Bonnet: 4

RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 16/20
Axles: 4
Brakes: 4
Gearbox/Clutch: 4
Suspension: 4

ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 10/10
Ancillary components: 5
Main components: 5

Car History File: 4/5

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