Posted by Rich on 2nd Jul 2022
Why the latest version of the HKS Toyota GR86 Racing Performer has us excited! (Video)
It is no secret that HKS has been on the forefront of developing parts for the GR86. HKS's first rendition was the GR86 concept car revealed around June 2021 at the Fuji 86 Style event in Japan. This R&D product car saw their use of the HIPERMAX S coilovers, their Hi-Power Spec L II Titanium exhaust systems along with a whole bunch of awesome aero mods. We can't forget that this car was the first time we saw their HKS GT2 Supercharger Kit bolted to the GR86 boastings a healthy 300hp with room for growth. Its unknown at this moment when the HKS Supercharger kit with be released to the market for GR86 that has been around for the first-generation. Some revisions are being made due to the larger displacement and the supporting accessories.
But it is their latest release that has us all hot and bothered...
HKS has revealed to the media their latest (demo) test car for R&D of parts branding it the Racing Performer GR86 for their evolving HKS product range. Unlike the previous concept car, this ones intension is to be thrashed on the track while sporting their iconic livery.
HKS has built an inhouse widebody kit allowing 295 wide ADVAN A050 to fit nicely under the fenders matched with their HIPERMAX MAX IV SP coilovers and Endless brakes.
Unlike the previous concept car, the Racing Performer GR86 has a bolt on HKS GT3-RS turbo.
It is important to state that the engine internals remain 100% stock. To support the bolt ons, they have the F-CON iS piggyback-computer for controlled ignition timing & fuel delivery to compensate for the forced induction. The idea behind this test car is that anyone can buy these parts from HKS and replicate it.
Amazing the HKS team, the GR86 has shown high potential in time trial around the Tsukuba Circuit through their multiple test sessions. As of latest their record time in the GR86 Racing Performer around the circuit is a 58.311 proving that its no slouch.
But see for yourself.
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