The J-Series Toyotas are known the world over for being rugged to the point of almost being overbuilt. When members of militia groups use your vehicles, they have to be tough. The seller has this tough, four-speed manual-equipped 1985… more»
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Feb 28, 2022 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Midengined Survivor: 1986 Toyota MR2
First-generation Toyota MR2s offer some of the most smiles-per-dollar you can get in a modern classic, and despite being produced in fairly generous numbers, it’s not as easy as you might hope to find a decent driver. Rust, abuse,… more»
Feb 27, 2022 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Nicest One Left? 1968 Toyota Corona
I don’t know too many people who would use the words exciting about a car like this 1968 Toyota Corona, but I would be excited to own it. It takes someone who isn’t afraid of driving something a little… more»
Feb 7, 2022 • For Sale • 32 Comments
32k Mile Rare Import: 1971 Toyota Crown
In production since 1955, the Crown has been one of Toyota’s topline automobiles. It holds the distinction of being the longest-running nameplate in the Toyota portfolio and was also the first Toyota to be imported into the U.S. when… more»
Feb 3, 2022 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Supercharged Project: 1988 Toyota MR2
The Toyota MR2 has long been an enthusiast favorite across multiple generations, but like most iconic cars, the first-generation models tend to be the most sought-after. This particular example is a 1988 model equipped with the rare supercharged version… more»
Jan 20, 2022 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Hidden Shop Find: 1969 Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser
One of the more maddening aspects of reviewing classifieds listings is seeing what look like excellent project vehicles and finding zero text in the description. I get it – we’re all busy – but if you really want to… more»
Jan 19, 2022 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Japanese Survivor: 1968 Toyota Corona Mark II
Toyota Motor Sales USA set up shop in California in 1957. As their network grew slowly in the U.S., the Corona would be introduced eight years later. It was designed with American drivers in mind and would quickly become… more»
Jan 18, 2022 • For Sale • 49 Comments
Twin 998cc Ninja-Power! Crazy 1990 Toyota MR2
And now, for something completely different, an MR2 with two motorcycles on its buttocks. That is correct; wearing a Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10R on each hip, the 1990 Toyota MR2 in Roundup, Montana may not be the only such… more»
Jan 10, 2022 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Supercharged Beauty: 1988 Toyota MR2
How old does a car have to be to be considered a classic? When Eric Clapton sang about ’57 Chevys in his song “I’ve Got a Rock and Roll Heart,” he was singing about a car that was, at… more»
Jan 5, 2022 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Rare Targa: 1980 Toyota Celica Sunchaser
The Sunchaser was a limited-run conversion of a 1979-81 Toyota Celica coupe into a Targa-style convertible with a removable roof. The work was outsourced by Toyota rather than done in-house and estimates are that about 2,000 of these cars… more»
Dec 23, 2021 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Marty McFly’s 1985 Toyota SR5 Pickup
While plenty of attention has been lavished on the DeLorean, another vehicle from the “Back to the Future” movie franchise, one which made essentially a cameo appearance, has remained largely ignored. The vehicle in question is a 1985 Toyota… more»
Dec 12, 2021 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Yesterday Meets Today: Modified Mopar Collection
Most collectors tend to migrate toward a particular manufacturer, type, or era of automobile. Like muscle cars, pony cars, or Tri-Five Chevies. In this case, the seller has amassed several Mopars that look like one thing on the outside… more»
Dec 11, 2021 • For Sale • 36 Comments
Nova’s Last Gasp: 1985 Chevrolet Nova
A Chevy Novawhatwho?! Taupe is the perfect color for this 1985 Chevrolet Nova to blend into almost any background, including the background of badge-engineered cars from this era. The seller has this California-built car posted here on craigslist in… more»
Dec 9, 2021 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Japanese DeLorean? 1994 Toyota Sera
With the butterfly doors open, it’s impossible to mistake a Toyota Sera for any other car. With the doors closed, it looks like almost any other 1990s jellybean car. It’s like Clark Kent turning into Superman. Well ok, that’s… more»
Dec 5, 2021 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Canary Yellow Survivor: 1980 Toyota Pickup 4×4
UPDATE 12/05/2021: Hope springs eternal, which seems to be the case with this 1980 Toyota Pickup. This is the third time that the owner has listed this classic. It has failed to reach the reserve on both occasions, so… more»
Dec 3, 2021 • For Sale • 37 Comments
Discovered By Wayne Carini: 1968 Toyota Corona
Most of us know Wayne Carini or know of him as the host of TVs Chasing Classic Cars. He really seems like a nice guy. I had the pleasure of visiting his shop in Portland, Connecticut a few years… more»
