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The reveal was unusual to me not for the car but the presenter. Akio Toyoda is no shrinking violet but his uncharacteristically brash presentation was off putting for an automotive exec. Really, did we need to hear about his great driving ability, masters license and endless hours driving a "used car" at Nurburgring not knowing if he'd survive? Save the drama for the monthly board meetings, Akio, you're no Fernando Alonso.
I'd give him more credit if he instead focused on developing Toyota halo cars internally and maintained shareholder value that's down 10% over the past three years instead of subletting to others and dilute the brand.
Besides, if Supra is all about road performance, shouldn't it be entered in IMSA to complement the Lexus effort instead of NASCAR?
Maybe I'll think differently after driving one but from what I've seen on paper, 86 v2.0, should it happen, has my interest vs. what appears to be a stillborn Supra.
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