Toyota Carina 1600

by Michael Satterfield – 04/02/2018

While wandering around Managua last week I spotted this 1970s Toyota Carina 1600. Many of my readers in the US will have never seen a Carina as they are fairly rare in the states. The Carina which was designed to fill the gap between the Toyota Corolla and the larger Corona was released just in time for Nixon’s 10% tariff on imports. As a result after just two years, the Carina was discontinued in the US market. However, Central America was more than happy to buy Japanese cars which had already had a great reputation for durability and reliability thanks to the go-anywhere Toyota FJ.

Enjoy the photos below of the Carina and look for more from my trip to Nicaragua on the site.

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Michael Satterfield

Michael Satterfield is the founder of The Gentleman Racer, a leading automotive lifestyle site blending cars, travel, and culture. Known for its compelling storytelling and unique perspective, the site has become a go-to destination for car enthusiasts and style aficionados.

A Texan with a passion for classic cars and motorsports, Michael is also a hands-on restorer, currently working on a 1960s SCCA-spec Formula Super Vee and other project cars. As the head of the Satterfield Group, he consults on branding and marketing for top automotive and lifestyle brands, bringing his deep industry knowledge to every project.