2021 Toyota GR Yaris Circuit Pack

Highlights 

• Professionally tuned to 328bhp 

• Numerous performance and styling upgrades

• Factory “Circuit” pack

• Full service history

• Low mileage

• Superb condition inside and out

• Long, advisory-free MOT

Overview

It's amazing how transformative a spicy engine can be when shoehorned into an historically un-sporty car and the automotive landscape is full of such examples. Look at the Lotus Cortina for example. Or the Volvo 850 T5-R. The base models of both of these were nothing to particularly write home about in terms of performance but they have become legendary chapters in the car world thanks to some under-bonnet fettling.

It's a process that continues to this day with many manufacturers producing souped-up versions of their everyday cars but some stand just that little bit taller than the rest and shout that little bit louder. Cars like the Toyota GR Yaris for instance. Purpose built to allow Toyota to return to the WRC, the GR Yaris (with GR indicating Toyota's Gazoo Racing motorsport division's involvement) was developed in concert with none other than four-time World Rally Championship winner Tommi Mäkinen and the results were simply spectacular.

A 260bhp, all-wheel-drive supermini, the GR Yaris was homologated in order to meet regs which meant the car buying public got a chance to nab one of the 2,500 road-going examples that were initially built as a result. Featuring a 1.6-litre, turbocharged three-cylinder engine mated to a six-speed manual gearbox and all-wheel drive, the GR Yaris's 0-60mph time was a naughty 5.5 seconds and if you kept your toe in could hit a top speed of 143mph (limited). A sweet, well-balanced chassis and tuned suspension completed the package and its legend has since been duly cemented. 

This particular 2021 example not only includes the factory “Circuit” package – which means a Torsen limited-slip differential front and back alongside stiffer suspension and forged alloy wheels – but it has also been significantly modified to really lean into that motorsport heritage. Highlights include an Eventuri induction kit, Turbosmart blow-off valve, Airtec intercooler, Whifbitz exhaust with GPF delete and a Whifbitz ECU remap taking peak power to a whopping 328bhp. And that's just the mechanicals. The car has also been fitted with an SW Motorsports half roll cage, Whifbitz style TOM's rear spoiler, TOM's rear bumper ducts, and Maxton body kit (front splitter, side skirts and rear diffuser), as well as numerous interior tweaks.

The full spec list can be found below but suffice to say this little monster has had its already incredibly keen claws sharpened and an extra couple of rockets stuck up its you know what. Not only that but the car presents superbly across the board, comes complete with full service history and has covered just 21K miles. It's quite the thing. 

History and documentation

• 2021 model year

• V5C present and correct

• Two previous owners

• First registered 20 Jan 2021

• Original book pack

• Two keys and immobiliser key for the aftermarket immobiliser system

• Full service history with original service book showing inspections at the following intervals: service at 4,556 miles (2022 – main dealer), service at 7,980 miles (2023 – main dealer), service at 10,954 miles (2024 – main dealer), service at 18,779 miles (2025)

• Various invoices for parts and servicing

• Dyno print out showing peak power output of 328bhp

• Advisory-free MOT until 21 Jul 2026

• HPI clear

• 21,307 indicated miles (will increase slightly as the car is in use)

• London ULEZ compliant

Interior

• In stunning condition throughout

• No signs of any damage

• Upgraded GR Yaris entertainment unit with Apple Car play and Android Auto capability, as well as Netflix and temperature gauges, etc.

• The vendor states that all features and functions of the car are present and work perfectly

• Fully adjustable GR-branded Alcantara seats are in top condition with only the usual light wear to the driver's bolster to note

• Headlining is in great shape

• The regular GR steering wheel has been upgraded for an Alcantara wheel

• Coolerworx short shifter in place of original (the plastic base insert that covers the bottom of the shifter was not fitted by the company that modified the car)

• GR-branded dash and door pocket inserts are all present and in excellent condition

• Original floor mats with GR Yaris stitching and branding are included, with generic mats used on top of them to preserve them as much as possible

• The driver's side official mat has unfortunately had some stitching of the Y of the Yaris logo come out, but is otherwise in good condition

• Rear passenger seats have been removed and replaced with an SW Motor Sports half roll cage (the rear seats and belts can be included if requested)

• The boot space is clean and tidy and the car comes complete with a spare battery and stock equipment 

• The engine bay is clean and the area under the bonnet presents well

Exterior

• The car's bodywork is in fine fettle with no evidence of any damage or corrosion

• The factory bright white paint remains in excellent condition with no marks or blemishes to report aside from one small mark to the front bumper

• Full paint protection film has been applied to the front end, keeping the paintwork from deteriorating

• All shut lines appear to be straight

• The vendor states that the vehicle has never been involved in an accident and has never needed any repair work

• All windows and light lenses are free from damage, marks or fogging

• Whifbitz style TOM's spoiler

• TOM's rear bumper ducts

• Maxton body kit with front splitter, side skirts and rear diffuser

• Door handle inner covers for scratch prevention

• The factory 18” ten-spoke forged alloy wheels present beautifully with only two very small chips on the driver's side noted by the vendor

• Vendor reoprts that the Michelin Pilot Sport tyres are all brand new and have covered less than 3,000 miles

• The underneath is clean and appears to be in very good condition with no damage

Mechanical

• 328bhp, 1.6-litre three-cylinder turbo

• Six-speed manual gearbox

• Four-wheel drive

• Torsen limited-slip differentials

• Eventuri induction kit fitted (stock induction kit still present and can be provided with the vehicle)

• Turbosmart BOV

• Airtec intercooler

• Whifbitz exhaust with GPF delete

• Whifbitz remap to 328bhp (with printout) 

• K strut brace

• The vendor states that the car starts first time, pulls like an ox, stops on a dime and sounds absolutely amazing

• No mechanical issues to report

Summary

Rightly revered and already dripping in rally pedigree this Toyota GR Yaris has been further enhanced thanks to a whole host of tasteful performance and styling modifications. A truly brilliant car to begin with here is an opportunity to really stand out from the crowd. In the words of the seller the car makes the commute the best part of every single day and never fails to put a big stupid grin on the face, turning heads wherever it goes. Sounds about right if you ask us - a proper little show stealer.  

To arrange a viewing, click the 'Book Viewing' button located under the 'Place Bid' button. Viewings can be booked up until the day before the auction ends, after which the option will change to 'Contact Seller' for further enquiries. This seller is located in Kirkcaldy, Scotland.