The proportions may be way off, but at least there’s no other Supra III quite like this one
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- There’s no screaming V12 under the hood but instead, the original 3.0-liter six-cylinder.
- The paint finish is very similar to that found on the limited-run Reventon Roadster.
- Unfortunately, very few tasteful modifications have been made to the car’s cabin.
Two and a half years ago, we stumbled upon a bizarre third-generation 1990 Toyota Supra, which had undergone a questionable transformation to mimic the iconic Lamborghini Reventon—one of Italy’s most limited and revered supercars from the last two decades. At that time, this unusual creation was up for grabs in the Netherlands, with an asking price of €19,950 (~$22,300).
Fast forward to September 2024, and lo and behold, that very same car is back on the Dutch used car market. This time, it’s a lot more affordable, with a price tag of €13,250 (about $14,800 at current exchange rates), yet it still looks as outlandish as ever. So, would you dare to be seen behind the wheel of this eye-catching oddity?
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First, let’s start with the good. The paint finish applied to the Supra looks quite similar to the paint of the Lamborghini Reventon Roadster, which was a slightly lighter shade of grey than the original Reventon Coupe. We have no idea how well the paint has been maintained since the Supra’s transformation but in these photos, it appears to be in reasonable condition and does give the car a stealthy look.
Then there’s the bad. And there’s a lot of it. As the Supra is a front-engined sports car while the Reventon is a mid-engined supercar, the proportions are all out of whack. The front-end is far too long, and while some effort has been made to mimic the sharp angles and surfaces of the Lamborghini, little attention has been paid to getting the measurements correct.
It’s a similar story with the rear of the car. A previous owner had the right idea in recreating the Reventon, but the execution leaves a lot to be desired. The interior is mostly standard 1990 Supra, although the coupe does have some new seats but exposed sound deadening and wiring, as well as missing trim, makes it feel cheap and unloved.
Under the hood, the power still comes from the original 3.0-liter six-cylinder unit, rated at 238 hp. This engine is mated to a manual transmission that powers the rear wheels, so at least you can enjoy the drive—even if it’s not quite what the designer had in mind.
If you’re curious and want a closer look, head over to Marktplaats to check it out. If nothing else, it’ll surely serve as an amusing icebreaker at any car meet.
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