Shown at the New York Auto Show was a 2017 Toyota Corolla specially decked-out to celebrate the model’s 50th anniversary.
Since its introduction in Japan in 1966, the Corolla has gone on to become the best-selling automotive nameplate in the world. As it marks its first half-century of production, Toyota sees fit to offer a limited number of specially trimmed 50th Anniversary models to commemorate the occasion.
Based on the sporty SE trim level, the most noticeable distinctive feature of the special-edition Corolla is its unique Black Cherry paint, though Classic Silver and Blizzard Pearl are also available. All ride on unique 17-inch alloy wheels with dark grey inserts and carry “50th Anniversary Edition” badging.
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Inside, the black interior is highlighted with Black Cherry accents and stitching. Standard features include keyless access and starting along with a 7-inch touchscreen controlling Toyota’s Entune Audio Plus with Connected Navigation infotainment system. Newly available on all 2017 Corollas is Toyota’s Safety Sense-P suite of safety features, including forward collision warning with automatic braking and pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning and mitigation, automatic high-beam control, and adaptive cruise control.
Toyota says just 8000 50th Anniversary Corollas will be available in the U.S., with sales starting in the fall.
CG Says:
It isn’t likely to become a future collectible, but we do rather like the Corolla in Black Cherry red.