【世界一美しいレース】初参戦のミッレミリアで初代クラウンが激走！｜トヨタイムズニュース

There's a race often called "the most beautiful race in the world." That's the "1000 Miglia (Mille Miglia)." Held annually in Italy, it's so named because classic cars from around the world race through historic streets, past landmarks like the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Colosseum. Its roots lie in a public road race held about 100 years ago, and until now, only cars from that era or their identical models were allowed to participate. However, for the 2026 race held in early June, with the organizers' desire to "feature a wider range of classic cars," Toyota entered five vehicles, including the first-generation Crown, 2000GT, and "Yotahachi," as a special project. This marked the first time a Japanese automobile manufacturer participated in the Mille Miglia. Contrary to the word "beautiful," the race is tough on classic cars, with steep mountain roads and uneven cobblestone streets. Were they able to complete the race? 00:00 Opening 01:48 What is the Mille Miglia? 03:51 Five cars, led by the first-generation Crown, make their debut. 06:14 Race Day 1: A journey of approximately 300km. 11:36 Race Day 2: Something goes wrong with the first-generation Crown. 16:10 Race Day 3: Some vehicles retire. 18:12 To the world's most beautiful square. 19:10 Trouble with the "Yotahachi". 21:29 The restoration pros! It's the mechanic's turn. 23:10 The second half of the race continues with breathtaking scenery. 25:42 Race Final Day: The first-generation Crown stops!? 27:55 Will all five Toyota cars reach the finish line...? 29:30 "A car that will be loved 100 years from now." [Related Link]    • 【トヨタ偉人伝】初代主査・中村健也　日本初の純国産乗用車をつくった男　継承される技術...