1997 Toyota Caldina

Youre looking at a true hidden gem of the late 90s JDM performance era: the 1997 Toyota Caldina GT-T. Finished in timeless Super White (040) and showing just 75,112 original miles, this Toyota station wagon is effortlessly cool, reliable, and practical to top it all off. Built during a golden age of Japanese engineering, the Caldina GT-T is best understood as the wagon counterpart to the Celica GT-Four ST205 sharing its heart, soul, and all-wheel-drive muscle, but wrapped in a far more practical five-door layout. Just as the Nissan Skyline spawned the Stagea and Subaru gave the Legacy a sedan and a wagon, the Caldina GT-T is Toyotas answer to enthusiasts who want turbocharged performance without sacrificing daily usability.

At the heart of this machine is the legendary 3S-GTE: a 2.0-liter intercooled turbocharged inline-four borrowed directly from the ST205 Celica GT-Four. Its paired here with a Tiptronic 4-speed automatic transmission and a full-time AWD system, delivering punchy power in 1st and 2nd and smooth acceleration to cruise in 3rd and 4th, making the GT-T excellent for all seasons. The 3SGTEs rumble is accentuated thanks to a full Ganador exhaust system, and with its robust torque curve and rally-bred confidence, this Caldina is a sleeper with real performance pedigree.

Inside, youll find factory confetti-pattern sport seats that instantly signal this cars 90s roots. The cabin is practical, well-appointed, and purposefully laid out, with supportive seating and thoughtful design details throughout. Up front, drivers can find a Blitz Touch BRAIN system displaying temp, pressure, voltage and other sensor readings to help keep an eye on important data. A factory rear privacy shelf adds functionality to the generous cargo space, making it perfect for weekend trips, hauling gear, or simply enjoying the drive with no compromises.

The exterior is where this example really sets itself apart. It features a suite of OEM options including the mid and roof spoilers, side skirts, rear spats, and even the rarely seen factory front brushguard. These factory aero touches, particularly the side skirts and rear spats, give the car a more planted and sporty appearance while maintaining a clean, factory look. OEM rain guards complete the package, giving the car a distinctive, rally-inspired presence thats sporty without being over the top. Finished in Super White (040) and topped off with a rare set of ABT wheels, the styling remains sharp, clean, and undeniably cool.

In short, this 1997 Toyota Caldina GT-T offers all the thrills of a Celica GT-Four in a far more versatile and sleeper-friendly form. Its the kind of car that flies under the radar, but rewards the driver with every mile and for enthusiasts in the know, its a rare and desirable alternative to the usual suspects. Whether you're after an all-weather daily, a weekend cruiser, or a unique piece of Toyotas turbocharged history, this GT-T delivers.