{"id":1876194,"date":"2026-04-06T18:08:51","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T15:08:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1876194"},"modified":"2026-04-06T18:08:51","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T15:08:51","slug":"toms-heritage-launches-its-toyota-corolla-levin-ae86-restoration-program","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1876194","title":{"rendered":"TOM&#8217;S Heritage Launches Its Toyota Corolla Levin AE86 Restoration Program"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/image-cdn.hypb.st\/https%3A%2F%2Fhypebeast.com%2Fimage%2F2026%2F04%2F06%2Ftoms-heritage-toyota-corolla-levin-ae86-restoration-program-tw.jpg?w=1080&amp;cbr=1&amp;q=90&amp;fit=max&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"col-post-body col\">\n<div class=\"row post-body\">\n<aside class=\"post-body-sidebar\">\n<div class=\"post-body-sidebar-upper\">\n<div class=\"post-body-sidebar-category d-none d-lg-block\">\n<p>    Automotive\n                                                                                                    <\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"post-body-sidebar-published d-none d-lg-block\"><time>Apr 6, 2026<\/time><\/div>\n<ul class=\"post-body-sidebar-hype-comments-container list-unstyled d-none d-lg-block\">\n<li><span class=\"hype-count grey\"><br \/>\n             4.2K<br \/>\n    <\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"floating-tooltip\" role=\"tooltip\"><span>Views<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"disqus-comment-count\"><span>1<\/span><span>\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"d-none d-sm-inline text\">Comments<\/span><\/span>\n<div class=\"floating-tooltip\" role=\"tooltip\"><span>Comments<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"text\">Save<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"post-body-sidebar-author d-none d-lg-block\">\n<hr class=\"sidebar-divider share-divider\">\n<h6>Text By<\/h6>\n<p><span class=\"author-name\">Eddie Eng<\/span><\/div>\n<hr class=\"sidebar-divider d-none d-lg-block\">\n<div 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class=\"text\">Save<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"post-body-content\">\n<p><strong>Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>TOM\u2019S Heritage launches its restoration program the Toyota Corolla Levin AE86<\/li>\n<li>Full restoration initiative includes exterior, interior and engine updates, new wheels and more<\/li>\n<li>Pricing starts at above $80,000 USD if providing donor car, or above $100,000 USD with car included<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For lovers of the classic \u201cHachiroku,\u201d TOM\u2019S Racing is preserving the legendary drift car\u2019s legacy with its latest restoration program for the Toyota Corolla Levin AE86.<\/p>\n<p>TOM\u2019S Heritage \u2013 the restoration department under TOM\u2019S Racing \u2013 unveiled its Toyota Corolla Levin AE86 program, one that overhauls the classic RWD legend of the drift scene from top to bottom. The press release reinstates that this isn\u2019t simply some repair of rust and a paint job, but in fact a holistic refresh of the entire car.\u2060\n<\/p>\n<p>Keep in mind; this isn\u2019t a third party, independent company or a third party making replica shells. TOM\u2019S Racing has been a respected racing company out of Japan who has worked closely \u2013 if not directly \u2013\u00a0with Toyota for decades. Back in 1975, Toyota even gave Tom\u2019s authorization to tune its vehicles, much like AMG to Mercedes or ALPINA to BMW. A restoration of such an important vehicle like the AE86 being handled by a reputable company like TOM\u2019S speaks volumes for the project.<br \/>\n\u2060<br \/>\nBesides the obvious exterior and interior updates that the program addresses, the engine will also receive attention, where the team will apply modern techniques and parts to give the 4-AG engine much needed durability and reliability. The NA1600 racing engine is used for development inspiration, and along with a larger bore diameter and in increase in cc, the restored engine is expected to make over 190 horsepower at just shy of 8000 rpm. This is a sizable increase from 167hp at 7,400 rpm of the original.\u2060<br \/>\n\u2060<br \/>\nThe restoration wouldn\u2019t be complete without fresh new wheels, to which TOM\u2019S Racing is delivering its iconic lattice-style four-spoke design, now in a two-piece variety. The result is a much more aggressive style that modernizes the 86, which keeping to TOM\u2019S Racing\u2019s tradition. \u2060<br \/>\n\u2060<br \/>\nNaturally, such a top-tier restoration comes at a cost. TOM\u2019S Racing is offering two pricing tiers: \u00a513,200,000 JPY (roughly $82,660 USD) if you\u2019re supplying your own car, or \u00a516,500,000 JPY (~$103,300 USD) all in. Both prices do make mention of \u201cand up,\u201d so these are merely entry point prices for now and may increase.\u2060<\/p>\n<div class=\"show-article\">\n<p>                                                            Read Full Article<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<footer>\n<div class=\"related-stories-main-wrapper\">\n<h3>Related Stories<\/h3>\n<div class=\"stories-container\" data-layer-list-name=\"related_stories\" data-layer-list-offset=\"0\" data-layer-list-child-selector=\".story-item\">\n<div class=\"story-item\" data-layer-item-id=\"6702563\" data-layer-item-blog-id=\"1\" data-layer-item-type=\"post\"><span>&gt;<\/span>Brompton Drops the Asia-Exclusive P Line Urban Explorer\n                                                                        <\/div>\n<div class=\"story-item\" data-layer-item-id=\"6700072\" data-layer-item-blog-id=\"1\" data-layer-item-type=\"post\"><span>&gt;<\/span>Nissan\u2019s Next GT-R Will Be a Hybrid, Keeping the VR38 Block\n                                                                        <\/div>\n<div class=\"story-item\" data-layer-item-id=\"6702559\" data-layer-item-blog-id=\"1\" data-layer-item-type=\"post\"><span>&gt;<\/span>Tesla Reportedly Developing New Electric SUV Priced Below the Model 3\n                                                                        <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"article-email-signup-wrapper impression-tracker\">\n<h3>We got you covered. 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class=\"text\">Save<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"post-body-content\">\n<p><strong>Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>TOM\u2019S Heritage launches its restoration program the Toyota Corolla Levin AE86<\/li>\n<li>Full restoration initiative includes exterior, interior and engine updates, new wheels and more<\/li>\n<li>Pricing starts at above $80,000 USD if providing donor car, or above $100,000 USD with car included<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For lovers of the classic \u201cHachiroku,\u201d TOM\u2019S Racing is preserving the legendary drift car\u2019s legacy with its latest restoration program for the Toyota Corolla Levin AE86.<\/p>\n<p>TOM\u2019S Heritage \u2013 the restoration department under TOM\u2019S Racing \u2013 unveiled its Toyota Corolla Levin AE86 program, one that overhauls the classic RWD legend of the drift scene from top to bottom. The press release reinstates that this isn\u2019t simply some repair of rust and a paint job, but in fact a holistic refresh of the entire car.\u2060\n<\/p>\n<p>Keep in mind; this isn\u2019t a third party, independent company or a third party making replica shells. TOM\u2019S Racing has been a respected racing company out of Japan who has worked closely \u2013 if not directly \u2013\u00a0with Toyota for decades. Back in 1975, Toyota even gave Tom\u2019s authorization to tune its vehicles, much like AMG to Mercedes or ALPINA to BMW. A restoration of such an important vehicle like the AE86 being handled by a reputable company like TOM\u2019S speaks volumes for the project.<br \/>\n\u2060<br \/>\nBesides the obvious exterior and interior updates that the program addresses, the engine will also receive attention, where the team will apply modern techniques and parts to give the 4-AG engine much needed durability and reliability. The NA1600 racing engine is used for development inspiration, and along with a larger bore diameter and in increase in cc, the restored engine is expected to make over 190 horsepower at just shy of 8000 rpm. This is a sizable increase from 167hp at 7,400 rpm of the original.\u2060<br \/>\n\u2060<br \/>\nThe restoration wouldn\u2019t be complete without fresh new wheels, to which TOM\u2019S Racing is delivering its iconic lattice-style four-spoke design, now in a two-piece variety. The result is a much more aggressive style that modernizes the 86, which keeping to TOM\u2019S Racing\u2019s tradition. \u2060<br \/>\n\u2060<br \/>\nNaturally, such a top-tier restoration comes at a cost. TOM\u2019S Racing is offering two pricing tiers: \u00a513,200,000 JPY (roughly $82,660 USD) if you\u2019re supplying your own car, or \u00a516,500,000 JPY (~$103,300 USD) all in. Both prices do make mention of \u201cand up,\u201d so these are merely entry point prices for now and may increase.\u2060<\/p>\n<div class=\"show-article\">\n<p>                                                            Read Full Article<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<footer>\n<div class=\"related-stories-main-wrapper\">\n<h3>Related Stories<\/h3>\n<div class=\"stories-container\" data-layer-list-name=\"related_stories\" data-layer-list-offset=\"0\" data-layer-list-child-selector=\".story-item\">\n<div class=\"story-item\" data-layer-item-id=\"6702563\" data-layer-item-blog-id=\"1\" data-layer-item-type=\"post\"><span>&gt;<\/span>Brompton Drops the Asia-Exclusive P Line Urban Explorer\n                                                                        <\/div>\n<div class=\"story-item\" data-layer-item-id=\"6700072\" data-layer-item-blog-id=\"1\" data-layer-item-type=\"post\"><span>&gt;<\/span>Nissan\u2019s Next GT-R Will Be a Hybrid, Keeping the VR38 Block\n                                                                        <\/div>\n<div class=\"story-item\" data-layer-item-id=\"6702559\" data-layer-item-blog-id=\"1\" data-layer-item-type=\"post\"><span>&gt;<\/span>Tesla Reportedly Developing New Electric SUV Priced Below the Model 3\n                                                                        <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"article-email-signup-wrapper impression-tracker\">\n<h3>We got you covered. 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class=\"post-body-sidebar-published d-none d-lg-block\"><time>Apr 6, 2026<\/time><\/div>\n<ul class=\"post-body-sidebar-hype-comments-container list-unstyled d-none d-lg-block\">\n<li><span class=\"hype-count grey\"><br \/>\n             4.2K<br \/>\n    <\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"floating-tooltip\" role=\"tooltip\"><span>Views<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"disqus-comment-count\"><span>1<\/span><span>\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"d-none d-sm-inline text\">Comments<\/span><\/span>\n<div class=\"floating-tooltip\" role=\"tooltip\"><span>Comments<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"text\">Save<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"post-body-sidebar-author d-none d-lg-block\">\n<hr class=\"sidebar-divider share-divider\">\n<h6>Text By<\/h6>\n<p><span class=\"author-name\">Eddie Eng<\/span><\/div>\n<hr class=\"sidebar-divider d-none d-lg-block\">\n<div class=\"post-body-sidebar-share d-none d-lg-block\">\n<h6>Share this article<\/h6>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"post-body-sidebar-category d-none d-lg-block\">\n<p>    Automotive\n                                                                                                    <\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"post-body-sidebar-published d-none d-lg-block\"><time>Apr 6, 2026<\/time><\/div>\n<div class=\"post-body-sidebar-author d-none d-lg-block\">\n<hr class=\"sidebar-divider share-divider\">\n<h6>Text By<\/h6>\n<p><span class=\"author-name\">Eddie Eng<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"post-body-sidebar-share d-none d-lg-block\">\n<h6>Share this article<\/h6>\n<\/div>\n<article class=\"post-body-article\">\n<div class=\"post-gallery-container small inner-media\">\n<div class=\"gallery-container post-gallery-contain\">\n<div class=\"hb-gallery before-booted full-screen-enabled  \" 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Racing<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"post-body-top-bar\" class=\"post-body-top-bar d-block d-lg-none\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"post-body-top-bar-share-meta-container\">\n<div class=\"post-body-top-bar-meta\"><span class=\"post-body-top-bar-category\"><\/p>\n<p>    Automotive<br \/>\n                                                    <\/span><span class=\"post-body-top-bar-published\"><time>Apr 6, 2026<\/time><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"post-body-top-bar-hype-comments-container \"><span class=\"hype-count grey\"><br \/>\n             4.2K<br \/>\n    <\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"floating-tooltip\" role=\"tooltip\"><span>Views<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"disqus-comment-count\"><span>1<\/span><span>\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"d-none d-none text\">Comments<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"floating-tooltip\" role=\"tooltip\"><span>Comments<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"text\">Save<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"post-body-content\">\n<p><strong>Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>TOM\u2019S Heritage launches its restoration program the Toyota Corolla Levin AE86<\/li>\n<li>Full restoration initiative includes exterior, interior and engine updates, new wheels and more<\/li>\n<li>Pricing starts at above $80,000 USD if providing donor car, or above $100,000 USD with car included<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For lovers of the classic \u201cHachiroku,\u201d TOM\u2019S Racing is preserving the legendary drift car\u2019s legacy with its latest restoration program for the Toyota Corolla Levin AE86.<\/p>\n<p>TOM\u2019S Heritage \u2013 the restoration department under TOM\u2019S Racing \u2013 unveiled its Toyota Corolla Levin AE86 program, one that overhauls the classic RWD legend of the drift scene from top to bottom. The press release reinstates that this isn\u2019t simply some repair of rust and a paint job, but in fact a holistic refresh of the entire car.\u2060\n<\/p>\n<p>Keep in mind; this isn\u2019t a third party, independent company or a third party making replica shells. TOM\u2019S Racing has been a respected racing company out of Japan who has worked closely \u2013 if not directly \u2013\u00a0with Toyota for decades. Back in 1975, Toyota even gave Tom\u2019s authorization to tune its vehicles, much like AMG to Mercedes or ALPINA to BMW. A restoration of such an important vehicle like the AE86 being handled by a reputable company like TOM\u2019S speaks volumes for the project.<br \/>\n\u2060<br \/>\nBesides the obvious exterior and interior updates that the program addresses, the engine will also receive attention, where the team will apply modern techniques and parts to give the 4-AG engine much needed durability and reliability. The NA1600 racing engine is used for development inspiration, and along with a larger bore diameter and in increase in cc, the restored engine is expected to make over 190 horsepower at just shy of 8000 rpm. This is a sizable increase from 167hp at 7,400 rpm of the original.\u2060<br \/>\n\u2060<br \/>\nThe restoration wouldn\u2019t be complete without fresh new wheels, to which TOM\u2019S Racing is delivering its iconic lattice-style four-spoke design, now in a two-piece variety. The result is a much more aggressive style that modernizes the 86, which keeping to TOM\u2019S Racing\u2019s tradition. \u2060<br \/>\n\u2060<br \/>\nNaturally, such a top-tier restoration comes at a cost. TOM\u2019S Racing is offering two pricing tiers: \u00a513,200,000 JPY (roughly $82,660 USD) if you\u2019re supplying your own car, or \u00a516,500,000 JPY (~$103,300 USD) all in. Both prices do make mention of \u201cand up,\u201d so these are merely entry point prices for now and may increase.\u2060<\/p>\n<div class=\"show-article\">\n<p>                                                            Read Full Article<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<footer>\n<div class=\"related-stories-main-wrapper\">\n<h3>Related Stories<\/h3>\n<div class=\"stories-container\" data-layer-list-name=\"related_stories\" data-layer-list-offset=\"0\" data-layer-list-child-selector=\".story-item\">\n<div class=\"story-item\" data-layer-item-id=\"6702563\" data-layer-item-blog-id=\"1\" data-layer-item-type=\"post\"><span>&gt;<\/span>Brompton Drops the Asia-Exclusive P Line Urban Explorer\n                                                                        <\/div>\n<div class=\"story-item\" data-layer-item-id=\"6700072\" data-layer-item-blog-id=\"1\" data-layer-item-type=\"post\"><span>&gt;<\/span>Nissan\u2019s Next GT-R Will Be a Hybrid, Keeping the VR38 Block\n                                                                        <\/div>\n<div class=\"story-item\" data-layer-item-id=\"6702559\" data-layer-item-blog-id=\"1\" data-layer-item-type=\"post\"><span>&gt;<\/span>Tesla Reportedly Developing New Electric SUV Priced Below the Model 3\n                                                                        <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"article-email-signup-wrapper impression-tracker\">\n<h3>We got you covered. Don\u2019t miss out on the latest news by signing up for our newsletters.<\/h3>\n<div class=\"terms\">By subscribing, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"post-body-author d-block d-lg-none\">\n<hr class=\"sidebar-divider share-divider\">\n<h6>Text By<\/h6>\n<p><span class=\"author-name\">Eddie Eng<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"post-body-share d-block d-lg-none\">\n<hr class=\"sidebar-divider\">\n<h6>Share this article<\/h6>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"post-body-content-tags\">\n<div class=\"body collapsed\">\n<p>    ToyotaToyota AE86Toyota Corolla AE86Initial DHypedriveTOM&#8217;S RacingHachiroku\n                                                            <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/footer>\n<\/article>\n<div id=\"post-body-top-bar\" class=\"post-body-top-bar d-block d-lg-none\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"post-body-top-bar-share-meta-container\">\n<div class=\"post-body-top-bar-meta\"><span class=\"post-body-top-bar-category\"><\/p>\n<p>    Automotive<br \/>\n                                                    <\/span><span class=\"post-body-top-bar-published\"><time>Apr 6, 2026<\/time><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"post-body-top-bar-hype-comments-container \"><span class=\"hype-count grey\"><br \/>\n             4.2K<br \/>\n    <\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"floating-tooltip\" role=\"tooltip\"><span>Views<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"disqus-comment-count\"><span>1<\/span><span>\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"d-none d-none text\">Comments<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"floating-tooltip\" role=\"tooltip\"><span>Comments<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"text\">Save<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"post-body-top-bar-share-meta-container\">\n<div class=\"post-body-top-bar-meta\"><span class=\"post-body-top-bar-category\"><\/p>\n<p>    Automotive<br \/>\n                                                    <\/span><span class=\"post-body-top-bar-published\"><time>Apr 6, 2026<\/time><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"post-body-top-bar-meta\"><span class=\"post-body-top-bar-category\"><\/p>\n<p>    Automotive<br \/>\n                                                    <\/span><span class=\"post-body-top-bar-published\"><time>Apr 6, 2026<\/time><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"post-body-top-bar-hype-comments-container \"><span class=\"hype-count grey\"><br \/>\n             4.2K<br \/>\n    <\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"floating-tooltip\" role=\"tooltip\"><span>Views<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"disqus-comment-count\"><span>1<\/span><span>\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"d-none d-none text\">Comments<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"floating-tooltip\" role=\"tooltip\"><span>Comments<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"text\">Save<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"post-body-content\">\n<p><strong>Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>TOM\u2019S Heritage launches its restoration program the Toyota Corolla Levin AE86<\/li>\n<li>Full restoration initiative includes exterior, interior and engine updates, new wheels and more<\/li>\n<li>Pricing starts at above $80,000 USD if providing donor car, or above $100,000 USD with car included<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For lovers of the classic \u201cHachiroku,\u201d TOM\u2019S Racing is preserving the legendary drift car\u2019s legacy with its latest restoration program for the Toyota Corolla Levin AE86.<\/p>\n<p>TOM\u2019S Heritage \u2013 the restoration department under TOM\u2019S Racing \u2013 unveiled its Toyota Corolla Levin AE86 program, one that overhauls the classic RWD legend of the drift scene from top to bottom. The press release reinstates that this isn\u2019t simply some repair of rust and a paint job, but in fact a holistic refresh of the entire car.\u2060\n<\/p>\n<p>Keep in mind; this isn\u2019t a third party, independent company or a third party making replica shells. TOM\u2019S Racing has been a respected racing company out of Japan who has worked closely \u2013 if not directly \u2013\u00a0with Toyota for decades. Back in 1975, Toyota even gave Tom\u2019s authorization to tune its vehicles, much like AMG to Mercedes or ALPINA to BMW. A restoration of such an important vehicle like the AE86 being handled by a reputable company like TOM\u2019S speaks volumes for the project.<br \/>\n\u2060<br \/>\nBesides the obvious exterior and interior updates that the program addresses, the engine will also receive attention, where the team will apply modern techniques and parts to give the 4-AG engine much needed durability and reliability. The NA1600 racing engine is used for development inspiration, and along with a larger bore diameter and in increase in cc, the restored engine is expected to make over 190 horsepower at just shy of 8000 rpm. This is a sizable increase from 167hp at 7,400 rpm of the original.\u2060<br \/>\n\u2060<br \/>\nThe restoration wouldn\u2019t be complete without fresh new wheels, to which TOM\u2019S Racing is delivering its iconic lattice-style four-spoke design, now in a two-piece variety. The result is a much more aggressive style that modernizes the 86, which keeping to TOM\u2019S Racing\u2019s tradition. \u2060<br \/>\n\u2060<br \/>\nNaturally, such a top-tier restoration comes at a cost. TOM\u2019S Racing is offering two pricing tiers: \u00a513,200,000 JPY (roughly $82,660 USD) if you\u2019re supplying your own car, or \u00a516,500,000 JPY (~$103,300 USD) all in. Both prices do make mention of \u201cand up,\u201d so these are merely entry point prices for now and may increase.\u2060<\/p>\n<div class=\"show-article\">\n<p>                                                            Read Full Article<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"post-body-author d-block d-lg-none\">\n<hr class=\"sidebar-divider share-divider\">\n<h6>Text By<\/h6>\n<p><span class=\"author-name\">Eddie Eng<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"post-body-share d-block d-lg-none\">\n<hr class=\"sidebar-divider\">\n<h6>Share this article<\/h6>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"post-body-content-tags\">\n<div class=\"body collapsed\">\n<p>    ToyotaToyota AE86Toyota Corolla AE86Initial DHypedriveTOM&#8217;S RacingHachiroku\n                                                            <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[analyse_source url=&#8221;https:\/\/hypebeast.com\/2026\/4\/toms-heritage-toyota-corolla-levin-ae86-restoration-program&#8221;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/image-cdn.hypb.st\/https%3A%2F%2Fhypebeast.com%2Fimage%2F2026%2F04%2F06%2Ftoms-heritage-toyota-corolla-levin-ae86-restoration-program-tw.jpg?w=1080&amp;cbr=1&amp;q=90&amp;fit=max&#8221;] Automotive Apr 6, 2026 4.2K Views 1\u00a0Comments Comments Save Text By Eddie Eng Share this article 1 of 2 Tom&#8217;s Racing 2 of 2 Tom&#8217;s Racing Automotive Apr 6, 2026 4.2K Views 1\u00a0Comments Comments Save Summary TOM\u2019S Heritage launches its restoration program the Toyota Corolla Levin AE86 Full restoration initiative includes exterior, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[226,39],"class_list":["post-1876194","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-politics","tag-crawlmanager","tag-hypebeast-com"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1876194","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=1876194"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1876194\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=1876194"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=1876194"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=1876194"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}