A 1991 Toyota Camry may not rate as a genuine classic in the eyes of many, and I understand if you feel that way. However, when a car has thirty-four years of active service under its belt, has only accumulated 73,000 miles on its odometer, and still presents extremely well, it is worth more than a passing glance. That is the case with this Japanese gem, and I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Curvette for spotting the Camry listed here on Craigslist in Marysville, Washington. The seller describes it as a super clean vehicle that could be yours for $8,500.

Toyota launched the V20 Series Camry in 1986, with cars remaining on sale until 1992. Styling was consistent with prevailing market trends, although the Camry has managed to remain looking crisper and more modern than many models released during the same period. The company focused heavily on build quality, and one of the upshots of this approach is that these cars are not renowned for rust problems. This 1991 example seems to demonstrate that, with no evidence or mention of issues in the listing images or text. The first owner ordered this Sedan in Almond Beige Pearl, a fact confirmed by the original Window Sticker that is included in the sale. The seller describes the car as unrestored, suggesting that the car wears 100% of its factory paint. It holds an impressive shine, with no signs of fading or matte areas. One of the best features of the Camry’s design was the vast expanses of glass. This provides occupants with excellent all-round vision and minimized claustrophobic feelings. This car’s standard tinted glass is in good condition, and the styled wheels look remarkably good for their age.

I’ve often described Toyota’s mechanical components as bulletproof, and the company’s 2.0-liter twin-cam four is renowned for clocking huge distances with little more than routine maintenance. Thankfully, this car’s first owner teamed the four with a five-speed manual transmission, passing on the optional automatic. Power assistance for the steering and front disc brakes was standard equipment in 1991, providing a fairly effortless driving experience. The Camry has no weak points, because its relatively modest exterior dimensions and the peppy engine make it ideal for city traffic, while cruising all day on the open road at 70 won’t cause it to raise a sweat. The seller doesn’t mention verifying evidence for the mileage claim, but they do state that the car runs well. It is a turnkey proposition that could be a relaxing daily driver.

The first owner didn’t load this Camry’s interior with factory options, limiting their choice to an upgraded radio/cassette player with four speakers and dealer-installed air conditioning. The Brown cloth and vinyl trim is in excellent condition, with no significant wear or fading. The same is true of the darker carpet, with the dash also looking very nice. One aspect of interior trim where Toyota excelled was in developing plastic that could withstand extended UV exposure. This Camry demonstrates that through its lack of cracked or crumbling pieces.

This 1991 Toyota Camry won’t appeal to everyone, and the seller’s price is well above the market average. However, the question you should probably ask yourself before dismissing it entirely is, when was the last time that you saw a ’91 Camry that presented this nicely? They were affordable family transport when new, and many have disappeared into the mysterious world of the pick-a-part lots. This Camry is unlikely to become a megabucks vehicle, but even the most basic vehicle can turn heads if its condition is exceptional for its age. Will it find a new home at the seller’s price? That’s a hard call to make, and it will be interesting to gauge your feedback on that question.