Toyota brings some wonderful toys to SEMA 2015 (pictures)
A hydrogen-powered car inspired by "Back to the Future" and a pair of the craziest minivans you've ever seen round out an epic array of Toyota customs at the 2015 SEMA Show.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
Another year at SEMA means that its time once again for Toyota to trot out its DUB Edition Camrys, Avalons and Corollas...yawn.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
Wait, what's this?! A Toyota Murai FCV with gullwing doors?!
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
The Murai custom is inspired by the "Back to the Future" DeLorean time machine from the sci-fi classic. Its mirror-finish wheels give it the illusion of floating.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
A Mr. Fusion Home Energy Reactor sits atop the rear deck.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
The body has been coated in metallic silver paint that mimics the raw stainless-steel finish of the DeLorean.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
The Murai's roof has been cut and its doors modified to mimic the time machine's gullwing doors.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
An OUTATIME vanity plate finishes rounds out a list of details that includes an iPad-powered dashboard control panel and a sliding rear deck.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
The Toyota Tacoma that made an appearance in the film is also displayed at the show.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
Lord Vader, your swagger wagon is ready. Toyota also brought out this insanely modified Sienna minivan.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
The Sienna has been overhauled and is now ready to tackle sand dunes, boulders or whatever else you can throw at it.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
The suspension has been lifted and is now outfitted with baja-ready off-road dampers with external reservoirs.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
This is SEMA, so no concept is complete without a massive screen or two.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
A matte-finished Toyota Tacoma outfitted with TRD equipment sat neglected near the front of Toyota's booth.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
Instead, all of the cameras were pointed at the stretch 1794 Edition Tundra parked nearby.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
Dubbed the "Tundrasine," this pickup has been stretched to a 26-foot overall length.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
With eight doors, there's plenty of space for up to 16 cowboys partying hard during a weekend in Vegas.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
Inspired by Tonka toy trucks, this Toyota 4Runner is pretty much overprepared for any off-road adventure.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
The chassis has been significantly lifted, now riding high atop massive knobby wheels and tires. A rooftop tent transforms the 4Runner into a mobile basecamp.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
Toyota and DG Spec present the R-Tune Sienna, a track-prepped take on the minivan. Don't laugh; they're being serious. (Well, about as serious as a race-van can.)
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
Powered by a 3.5-liter V-6 engine and six-speed manual transmission, Toyota claims the race-ready minivan beats a stock Camaro V8 around the Streets of Willow racetrack by a full second.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
The interior has been totally stripped to reduce weight, and a rollbar has been welded in place.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
I know a few enthusiasts who would be very envious of the Sienna's Enkei RPF1 wheel and Nitto NTO1 track slick tire combo.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
Toyota's Scion brand lacked a booth of its own this year. Rather its vehicles were scattered among the enthusiasts' rides outside of the show floor.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
The Scion FR-S RS 2.0 is the second Release Series special edition of this chassis. The model features unique wheels, paint and brown leather trim. Only 1,000 example will be made.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
Scion's new iA gets the low-rider treatment thanks to Scion lifestyle partner Eddie Huang.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
The iA features a panda graphic scheme and gorgeous, gaudy low-rider paint.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
A two-stage air suspension can be individually articulated granting the little sedan classic hydraulic movements. Hit that three-wheel motion!
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
Airbrushing, a chain-link steering wheel, swivel front seats and a shiney low-rider club logo displayed in the rear skylight add finishing touches.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
Nearby is a Scion iA inspired by the Walking Dead's Robert Kirkman's latest comic Outcast.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
The car has a theme of "demonic possession" with movement, light and sound features that make the little sedan appear possesed.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
Fans of classic Toyota sports cars will no doubt recognize the legendary Toyota Supra.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
This example, hidden behind the automaker's booth with a few other classic sports cars, has been mildly modified.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
This Toyota Crown is both unassuming and totally rad.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
Something about the contrast of the upright, rectangular lines with the race-inspired Enkei wheels, Yokohama tires and Brembo brakes just does it for me.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
Check out this trio of classic Toyota awesomeness. From right to left there's a Toyota AE86 Trueno Sprinter, a Toyota Supra and a Corolla 1600 wagon.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
Again, the combination of classic, upright lines with race-ready gear just grabs my attention.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
The Trueno AE86 has a cult following among Japanese sports car and drifting enthusiasts and served as the inspiration for the modern Scion FR-S.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
Inside, Toyota also had a Scalextric race track with an amazing level of detail.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
Showgoers could pit scale models of Toyotas trucks and cars against each other around the winding road.
Toyota @ SEMA 2015
Look closely and you'll find a Scalextric version of the hero Supra from the first Fast and Furious film.
I live my life a quarter-mile at a time, but at 1:32 scale. That's about 41.25 feet... at a time.