Castrol Toyota Tom’s Supra GT
Description:
“The machine that ended the reign of GT-Rs and became champion.”
The Castrol TOM’s Toyota Supra GT may be the most recognizable and beloved car from the early years of the Super GT series in Japan and probably the single most iconic car in the Gran Turismo series.
The Toyota Supra entered the championship from 1994, and it was like a direct challenge against the Nissan GT-R that had dominated the series 3 years in the row, from the first year of the championship in 1993. 3 years later in 1997, the Supra finally defeated the GT-R to become series champion. The historic machine that achieved this feat was the #36, Castrol Tom’s Supra, driven by Michael Krumm and Pedro de la Rosa.
The most relevant rivarly was against the Toyota Denso SARD Supra GT, with its striking red and white Denso livery, who was another fierce contender in the 1997 Super GT season, representing SARD (Sigma Advanced Racing Development), one of Toyota’s longest-standing racing partners.
The Toyota Esso Ultron Supra, run by Team Le Mans, was instead a striking entry in the 1998 Super GT season, instantly recognizable thanks to its vibrant orange and blue Esso Ultron livery.
The 1998 Esso Ultron Supra was piloted by an experienced driver pairing: Satoshi Takagi and Anders Olofsson. Their combined expertise helped Team Le Mans remain competitive in the championship, often battling at the front of the pack. The 1998 model itself has remained elusive, but later iterations of this aggressive-looking Supra have been featured prominently, ensuring its place in the franchise’s long history of celebrating Toyota’s racing pedigree.
Among the fleet of Toyota Supras competing in the 1997 Super GT season, the FK/Massimo Supra was a lesser-known but highly competitive entry, representing the Massimo Racing Team. This Supra stood out not just for its unique livery but for its aggressive racing style, taking the fight to the dominant teams in the championship.
The FK/Massimo Supra may not have had the same level of factory backing as the Castrol or Denso SARD cars, but it was a fan favorite thanks to its underdog status. With skilled drivers behind the wheel, this car consistently put pressure on the frontrunners, securing strong finishes and proving that privateer teams could challenge the established order.
A fascinating piece of lore surrounding the FK/Massimo Supra is that one of its original race cars was discovered abandoned in Japan years after its racing career had ended. Left to decay in an unknown location, the once-proud GT machine now sits in a state of disrepair, with nature slowly reclaiming its body. Despite this unfortunate fate, images of the forgotten Supra have surfaced online, turning it into a sort of mythical relic for JGTC fans and car enthusiasts alike.
Included in the kit are:
– 60+ 3D printed parts
– Professionally printed decals
– Detailed PDF instructions
To be used in combination with:
Tamiya Castrol Toyota Tom’s Supra GT N. 24163
Scale:
1:24
Number of parts:
60+
Available:
On demand
