• Year: 1973

• Make: Toyota

• Model: Carina

• Chassis Code: TA15

• Body Style: 2-Door Coupe

• Engine: 1,400cc Petrol

• Transmission: Manual (3-Speed Manual listed)

• Mileage: 90,400 km (56,172 miles)

• Color: Green

• Right-Hand Drive

• Location: Hokkaido, Japan

• Weight: 950 kg (2,094 lbs)

Why This Car Is Special

The first-generation Carina was introduced as Toyota's sporty companion to the Celica and was positioned between the Corolla and Corona. The TA15 is now considered a rare classic JDM coupe and is becoming increasingly difficult to find in original condition.

Many enthusiasts view the early Carina as:

• A hidden gem compared to the Celica

• Lightweight and simple

• Easy to modify

• Rare in the United States

• Eligible for import nationwide without 25-year restrictions due to its age

JDM Hawaii Vehicle Listing

1973 Toyota Carina TA15 Coupe

Vehicle Information

• Year: 1973

• Make: Toyota

• Model: Carina

• Chassis Code: TA15

• Body Style: Classic 2-Door Coupe

• Drive Type: Rear-Wheel Drive

• Transmission: Manual

• Fuel Type: Petrol

• Exterior Color: Green

• Steering: Right-Hand Drive

• Mileage: 90,400 km (56,172 miles)

Engine & Performance

• Engine Family: Toyota T-Series

• Engine Size: 1.4L (1,400cc)

• Configuration: Inline 4-Cylinder

• Aspiration: Naturally Aspirated

• Horsepower: Approximately 85 HP

• Fuel Delivery: Carbureted

• Cooling System: Water Cooled

Dimensions

• Length: 162.6 in

• Width: 61.8 in

• Height: 54.3 in

• Weight: 2,094 lbs

Features

• Factory Manual Transmission

• Classic Analog Gauges

• Lightweight Chassis

• Rear-Wheel Drive Layout

• Chrome Exterior Trim

• Period-Correct Styling

• Classic Toyota Steel Construction

Special Aspects

? First-generation Toyota Carina
? Rare TA15 chassis
? Factory right-hand drive JDM model
? Classic 1970s Japanese coupe styling
? Lightweight rear-wheel-drive platform
? Excellent candidate for restoration or preservation
? Extremely uncommon in Hawai?i
? Eligible for classic vehicle registration
? Shares heritage with early Celica models
? Increasing collector interest worldwide

JDM Hawaii Description

Step back into Toyota's golden era with this beautiful 1973 Toyota Carina TA15 Coupe. Finished in classic green and powered by a fuel-efficient 1.4L engine paired to a manual transmission, this Carina represents a rare opportunity to own a genuine piece of Japanese automotive history.

Originally introduced as Toyota's sporty compact coupe, the Carina offered drivers the perfect balance between the Corolla's economy and the Celica's sporty character. Today, surviving examples are increasingly difficult to find, especially in original right-hand-drive Japanese-market specification.

Whether you're a collector, classic Toyota enthusiast, or simply looking for something unique that stands apart from modern traffic, this TA15 Carina is a true conversation piece and a wonderful addition to any JDM collection.

Stock #: JDMH-CC064555
Chassis: TA15-015064
Mileage: 56,172 Miles
Engine: 1.4L Toyota T-Series Inline-4
Transmission: Manual

A rare classic Toyota that almost never comes up for sale in Hawai?i.