Calimera
RARE Toyota MR2 T-Bar – “7.7 seconds to take off” Original rare vintage advertisement framed print
RARE Toyota MR2 T-Bar – “7.7 seconds to take off” Original rare vintage advertisement framed print
Low stock: 1 left
Couldn't load pickup availability
- Free returns
- Pay with Klarna
- Free shipping
Free shipping
Free shipping
On all orders above €75
About this advert
About this advert
A time when turbochargers screamed, rivalries peaked, and home video was the closest you could get to the paddock. This ad offered a £9.99 season highlights VHS, available by mail order with proof of purchase from Mobil’s performance oil, the same oil used by the title winning Williams team.
The 1986 season was pure drama. Prost, Piquet, and Mansell traded wins all year, until Mansell’s tyre exploded in Adelaide and handed the championship to Prost.One of the most memorable finishes of the decade.
And since this was 1986, you couldn’t just order online. You filled out the form in the lower corner, clipped your receipt, and waited for the tape to arrive by post. That process alone makes this ad feel like an artifact from another world. Slower, more tangible, and rich with nostalgia.
Framed and preserved, this piece belongs to a chapter when racing was raw, advertising was direct, and VHS tapes were how we kept the memories alive.
Highly collectible among motorsport and F1 enthusiasts, this is a rare opportunity to own an authentic print from the golden age of analog racing.
Please note
Please note
These posters are reproductions of authentic vintage advertisements and may show signs of wear and age. Most of our customers agree that the preserved patina enhances the overall charm and vintage feel, but it is something to be aware of.
Larger formats may appear softer at close viewing distances, as the original advertisements were often smaller and have been carefully restored at a larger size.
For collectors seeking original pieces, we recommend Calimera Originals.
Toyota MR2 T-Bar – “7.7 seconds to take off.”
Original vintage advertisement print, circa late 1980s.
This authentic print advert captures the unique blend of Japanese engineering and 1980s turbo-era flair in one of Toyota’s most beloved cult cars: the MR2 T-Bar.
Released as part of the first-generation MR2 (AW11), the T-Bar version added removable glass roof panels to the already sharp and wedge-shaped sports coupe – delivering an open-air driving experience in a chassis famed for its balance and mid-engine layout.
With the tagline “7.7 seconds to take off.”, this advert isn’t just selling speed – it’s promising sensation. The bold, low-lit photograph and aerospace-inspired messaging reflect the late 1980s zeitgeist: fast, futuristic, and playful.
Today, the AW11 MR2 is widely considered a modern classic, and the T-Bar variant in particular carries a devoted following. This advertisement marks the peak of its original marketing push in the UK and captures a moment when Toyota wasn’t just building reliable cars – they were building future icons.
Details
Year: Circa 1988
Car: Toyota MR2 T-Bar (AW11)
Size: 30 cm × 42 cm (12” × 17”)
Condition: Original rare vintage print (not a reprint)
Framing: Museum-grade matte, UV-protective plexiglass, premium wood frame
At Calimera, we sell memories. Memories from a time when automotive manufacturers were creative with their advertising and with the cars itself. Please note that these are authentic prints that are up to 50 years old, thus, might contain signs of wear, only adding to the authentic feeling. We never sell reprints. Because of this, some items are only sold once. They are very difficult to source because there's only a handful of the released and left in acceptable condition after all these years.
Share
