Nothing really has gone wrong on its own.
Because I like to go sideways, I break a lot of things, but any car treated the way I treat it would.
Look many people don't know, but the Ae86 sprinter is a one of a kind car; it dominated all its classes in racing, and it's the best for drifting and handling. It goes great and the chassis balance is superb, and nothing can catch it through the hills. It's the car that started the sport of drifting; now the fastest growing motorsport in the world.
Rhe car is a gem. I've had a 400hp Skyline in the past, but still it will never earn a place in my heart like the ae86 has. It's a beauty. Please buy one and care for it more than your son. They are a true beast and for sure the best ever car made.
I agree the AE86 is a fantastic, bullet proof vehicle. I owned a std. JDM 1983 Toyota Trueno GTV 1600 DOHC 4AGE Manual 3Dr between 1991 and 97 in New Zealand from 60km to 130km. Nothing went wrong, but I replaced the rusty liftback lid for $100 before selling.
Would do 160km/h up steep hills in 5th gear.
Managed to turn off head lights a couple of times when flicking the dip stalk.
Car would be even better with alloy bonnet etc and firmer suspension. Now drive a 1992 WRX sedan.