Does the ae86 have a spoiler?
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The ae86 does not have a spoiler, and it is not allowed to install one privately. Installing a spoiler on a car is illegal: Adding a spoiler to a car is considered illegal modification. The traffic police department states that modifications such as changing tires and rims, adding spoilers, lights, exhaust pipes, etc., are all illegal modifications. The original condition must be restored promptly to pass inspection. If a vehicle owner wishes to change the body color, replace the engine, or change the body or frame, they must first make the changes and then submit an application for modification registration to the vehicle management office within 10 days. However, according to regulations, the engine and frame cannot be replaced simultaneously, and the vehicle registration information on the driving license must be updated promptly. Precautions for car modifications: Car modifications can include changes to the body color, engine, fuel type, frame number, etc. However, there are three colors reserved for special vehicles and cannot be used. Red is for firefighting, yellow is for engineering rescue, and white on top with blue at the bottom is for national administrative law enforcement.
I've been researching car history for a while. The AE86 typically refers to the 1983-1987 Toyota Corolla Levin or Sprinter Trueno models. In the original factory configuration, the Levin version didn't have a rear wing, featuring a smooth rear design, while the Trueno version came with a small retractable spoiler, similar to a wing, designed to improve rear stability but not an exaggerated large wing. In actual driving tests with several AE86 versions, I found the factory wing had minimal effect, mainly serving aesthetic purposes. However, with the rise of modification culture, countless owners added large wings, especially in the drifting community, to increase downforce and safety during high-speed cornering. This was amplified in the Initial D anime, where Takumi Fujiwara's 86 had a prominent wing, influencing trends. The original owner's manual shows that standard models didn't necessarily include wings, depending on the specific year and regional regulations. When buying a used AE86 today, most have been modified, making wings common but not an original factory feature.
