Separate grade from appearance
RZ, SZ and other grades can look similar once modified. Decode the exact car before comparing values.
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TOYOTA / JZA80 / 1993–2002
The A80 RZ pairs the 2JZ-GTE with rear-wheel drive and, in period, Toyota’s first six-speed manual developed with Getrag.
01 / KNOW THE CAR
Toyota’s May 1993 launch release lists the twin-turbo RZ and GZ at 280 PS, with the RZ available with a six-speed manual developed jointly with Getrag.
RZ, SZ and other grades can look similar once modified. Decode the exact car before comparing values.
The A80 aftermarket is enormous. Treat fuel, turbo, ECU, cooling and drivetrain changes as an engineering package, not a shopping list.
Body repair quality, rust-prone areas, panel gaps, glass dates and underside condition can matter more than a dyno sheet.
Original parts, documented history and reversible upgrades can all alter the ownership and resale equation.
02 / VISUAL PROFILE
Generation-correct reference imagery where available. Open any image full-size and use the source credits below to inspect the original licence page.
03 / REFERENCE SPECS
These are model/generation reference values, not a promise about any individual vehicle. Always verify the exact chassis, grade and equipment of the car you are considering.
Add this car to My Garage and compare it with two other machines — then return to Japan Motor Hub only when the research turns into a sourcing decision.
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