Galliano

The Second Generation Paseo was the first to be sold in the UK. US, Japanese and Australian markets recieved the Gen1 in small numbers, but it wasn't untill 1996 when the UK saw the Paseo name. The Paseo was an all new sports coupe offered by Toyota to sit between the Corolla and Celica in the lineup. It was a smaller, cheaper to run, more practical version of the Celica, and was a sporty, low rooflined coupe version of the Starlet, of which it shares many parts. This was meant to be a big hit with the European market, and sales were opened to most countries, as aposed to the Gen1 only being sold in Japan, US and Australia. The Paseo was released in March 1996 with two models, the ST (Entry Level) and Si (Flavour of Sportiness). Head Sales Director of Toyota (in 1996) predicted more than 15,000 units sold within the first year of release in the UK. Sales just nudged above 2000 over the stretch of the 2.5 years. The Paseo was knocked from these expectations when it came to rivals; Vauxhall Tigra - Though a year old (released 1995) the Tigra has a bigger engine, "better" styling (I would emphasize that being a Paseo nut..) and had a more stylish and comfortable interior. Not only this, but it was slightly more practical too. Price was similar to the Paseo at Honda Civic Coupe - This was now an old flame being re-lit. By 1996 the Civic Coupe got a facelift and still looked dull, even compared to the Paseo's styling, and many magazine tests suggest this. On the other hand, it was bigger, more practical and had a comfortable ride, but was still by no means what you would call 'Sporty'. It sold better than the Paseo due to being cheaper, basically. Renault Megane Coupe - This didn't arrive on the Paseos tail until 1997 but when it did, it hit hard. The Megane offered french styling taste and practicality to compete. It was well priced for the equipment you got, and also came in Convertible form, something the Paseo didn't in the UK. Ford Puma - Again not being an immediate rival, it stung the Paseo hard. The lairy sportyness of the, what seems to be, Fiesta Coupe meant it attracted the eye. The interior was well packaged and stylish, aswell as having practicality under its belt. The Ford Puma, in respect, killed the Paseos sales for the UK. Toyota responded to the lairyness of the Puma and the bright coachwork of the Megane with the Paseo Galliano in late 1997. A Canary Yellow Paseo with an optional front lip as standard. It also came with 15inch alloy wheels and low profile tyres. To add flavour, it had tropicana side decals designed by John Galliano. This was a limited run of 50 cars to try and boost sales and add something to the range. It unfortunately did not work and early 1998 saw the end for the Paseo in the UK. The Entry Level Model, ST, was very well equipped for a base model. Other European countries recieved low spec entry level Paseos, whereas the ST, for the UK, came with Remote Central Locking, Electric Windows, Electric Mirrors, Tilt/Remove Sunroof and sporty wheeltrims, aswell as a wide range of optional equipment to enhance the styling. The Si, the higher spec'd model, on top of that of the ST, had 14" Griffin alloy wheels, Colourcoded rear boot spoiler with integrated third brake light

Toyota Paseo - Second Generation - 1996-1999 Welcome to the Second Generation of the Toyota Paseo. Here is where you will find a whole bunching of information to do with the Paseo and where it all started from. Here is a run down of what you will see in this topic: Explanation of Chassis Codes Model Guide (Explaining Base, Higher and Limited Models by country) Engine Code Explanations General Information (Weights, Dimensions etc) Chassis Codes - Explained The Gen2 Paseo/Cynos is commonly known to petrol heads as the EL54 (or L5 shortened commonly used in some European countries). But it is a little more complex. The EL platform is close to that of the Starlet, Sera and Corolla - Sharing much with each, hensefourth often nicknamed Corolla (or Starlet) Coupe. Codes and Referances: EL52 - Commonly on JDM Cynos Juno models. This means it has the 1.3 4efe engine with an automatic gearbox. EL52c - Commonly on JDM Cynos Juno Convertible models. This means it has the 1.3 4efe engine, automatic gearbox and is in Convertible form. EL54 - Common accross most countries Paseo and Cynos. This means it has the 1.5 5efe or 5efhe coupled with a manual gearbox. EL54c - Commonly known in the US and Japanese markets. This is the 1.5 5efe/5efhe models with manual gearbox, but in Convertible form. Photographic referance to such models will be found in links in the below section. Model Guide By Country Here is an explination of what base or higher models were available to which country. This is simple name and engine variants listing. To determine what the models have, click the green writing to link to a factfile on that particular model, showing all of its advantages. United Kingdom: ST - Base model with 1.5 5efe engine and 5 speed manual gearbox Si - Higher model with 1.5 5efe engine and 5 speed manual gearbox Galliano - Limited Edition with 1.5 5efe engine and 5 speed manual gearbox Japan: Juno - Base model 1.3 4efe with 4speed automatic gearbox Alpha - Mid range model with 1.5 5efe engine with 5 speed manual gearbox Beta - Higher model with 5efhe engine and 5 speed manual gearbox Juno Convertible - Base model Convertible with 1.3 4efe engine with 4speed automatic gearbox Alpha Convertible - Mid range Convertible model with 1.5 5efe engine and 5 speed gearbox Beta Convertible - Higher Convertible model with 1.5 5efhe engine and 5 speed gearbox Holland: 'Paseo' - No model name for this one, just Entry Level with 1.5 5efe engine and 5speed manual gearbox GT - Higher model with 1.5 5efe engine and 5 speed manual gearbox Germany: 'Paseo' - No model name for this one, just Entry Level with 1.5 5efe engine and 5speed manual gearbox S - Limited Edition with 1.5 5efe engine and 5 speed manual gearbox 'Convertible' - No model name for the Convertible, with 1.5 5efe engine and 5 speed manual gearbox Facelift - No amazing changes with 1.5 5efe engine and 5 speed gearbox Engine Code Explanations 4E-FE - 1331cc engine producing 88HP 87ft-lbf (118 N-m) Torque. Available in Japan and Australia (and possibly other countries). This is a rare engine for the Paseo/Cynos. Also found in: Toyota Starlet EP80, EP82, EP85, EP91 and EP95. Toyota Tercel Toyota Corolla 5E-FE - 1497cc DOHC engine producing 93HP 100ft-lbf (136 N-m) Torque. Available across the world. Most Paseo/Cynos models have this engine. See above for exact models and engines. Also found in: Toyota Corolla Toyota Corolla II Toyota Tercel 5E-FHE - 1497cc engine producing nie on 100hp, Torque figures to be clarified. Also found in: Toyota Sera General Information Width: 1,661mm Height: 1,295.4mm Length: 4,155mm Curb Weight: To be completed later this evening... all being well.

P.S. I have removed your topic in Members Other Rides on the UKSC main forum, UKSC members access this forum too and post here, so to keep it tidy we just have one topic. Keep up the fantastic progress!

Geo... his name is Brian not Brain

LOVING PAULS TYPING BECAUSE HE CANNOT USE ANY FORM OF PUNCTUATION AND HAS TO SHOUT TO EMPHASISE THE FACT HE IS ONLY SHOUTING IN ONE FULL SENTANCE FOR THE FACT THAT HE HAS LOTS OF STUFF ON HIS CAR THAT MAKES HIS AMAZING AND HAS A PROBLEM WITH OTHER MEMBERS WANTING TO SEE HIM STOP SHOUTING AND..... Ok I'm bored of it now. Anywhos, cool stuff going on here, strange how it was "all of a sudden" RWD though.

If I had a GT and saw this in a breakers i'd be all over it like a rash. I'd want the wind deflectors.

Fantastic work, but how are you going to mount the bootlid or do you just plan on it not opening? I mean, you have cut off the rear bulkhead and speaker shelf so... no hinges anymore..

I reckon a Glanza rear with either OEM lip or spats would look good!

Such a shame the owner of the 5 series at the tops garage cought fire and car went with it. All is not lost though, they are currently rebuilding.

Came accross these a few days ago, some people may find interesting (some are interesting to say the very least!) And spot the Starlet : Due to copyright, these are in link form to the shots on Flickr : Clickr , Clickr2

Geo, most likely name changed since then, so probably Super Blue with Shiney Metal Bits 1284353. They have no recognition of cool names anymore. Super White, Super Red.. Bah, boring. And Mo3, ULTRA rare colour, only ever seen one in the flesh before now.

Rob, is it possible to pay you cash when I see you there? Paypal is just fail for me atm, cannot activate new debit card so cannot do any internet payments. Any help is muchos fantastico. Would be interested in the UKSC hoodie on top too.

Theres a gap for the wiring loom to feed through behind either of the front wings, it comes out just behind the dashboard - in reach from the footwell. Should be able to feed it through without taking the wing off, just pull back the plastic arch lining.

8K9 Azure (correct to date of publish for the brochures in 1996/7)

Of course you can join us on the UKSC stand, thats where I will be for the weekend. Would be great to see you there. Have a look in the JAE topic in the shows section of UKSC and put your name down

JAE is Japanese Auto Extravaganza, its a 3 days car show soley for Jap cars. A couple of us PaseoPimp-ers are joining the Starleteers on their patch again this year as we don't have enough names down to worthy our own pitch.

Fantastic work going on here! Would you be free to join us at JAE for the 9-11 September? Would be great to have another number down.

Sweet build man, fantastic progress so far! Keep us posted on everything that happens

Theres also an alarm sensor under the centerconsole just behind the handbrake. Screws are each side two to the front of the seat, two to the back, lift that up and you may see it.

My mate has no job. The benefit is, if i'm bored, I head up to his and doss around watching telly and have a laugh. Don't have to be in a job to have benefits.

Top work so far Scutch. Saw this and felt truely sorry for it. I WAS considering buying it, returning it to standard and selling it on as an unmolested car. Glad you got your mitts on it. Il have a ganders about for a numberplate surround, should have one somewhere, could have sworn I saw one the other day. Other than that, breakers yards/ebay breakers are your best bet. Try the blue one on eBay, I think he wants just £200 for the full car.

Get the Eclipse wheels, they look just oh so sexy!

Would be awesome if you got the full graphics as per the Corolla! Get it done, it will look awesome! Its such a shame the front wings make it look half arsed.

Okay.. So heres the progress. I have been rolling on 3 (yes 3) blue 14" Griffin alloys (original Si alloys) due to one having a knackered valve on the tyre. I then got a screw in one of the blue ones so was time to get shifting on my BMW wheels. But they are too wide ;) So currently back on the 100+ Jets that were on it originally. Gonna get both blue tyres sorted and roll on all 4 of those for the time being.

Mmmm, 25th Anni, imagine how amazing that car would be with a forged FTE... Surprise a few people.