The Japanese automotive industry enjoys a long history of creating its own interpretation of existing designs. That is not a criticism but recognizes that its designers can pick the key aspects of any successful or iconic model and place… more»
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Jun 19, 2023 • Auctions • 12 Comments
BF Auction: 1993 Toyota Celica Convertible
UPDATE 6/21/2023 – The seller has added more photos of this Celica. You can find them in the gallery below. UPDATE – The winner of this Celica’s situation has changed and can no longer buy the car, so we… more»
Jun 18, 2023 • For Sale • 27 Comments
8K-Mile Estate Find: 1988 Chevrolet Nova
I think we’ve only seen one NUMMI-built (a GM/Toyota partnership) Chevrolet “Nova” from this era here on Barn Finds. Yes, Barn Finds. The place where you typically see American muscle cars in various states of repair, including the original… more»
Jun 17, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Surprisingly Solid FJ55: 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser
The FJ55 is a Toyota Land Cruiser generation that remains somewhat affordable, at least compared to other vintage Toyota 4x4s. The truck can certainly pull strong money in restored condition, but finding one as a project isn’t usually too… more»
Jun 16, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Butterfly Doors! Rare 1990 Toyota Sera
The Toyota Sera is an interesting sports coupe because it uses butterfly doors that hinge at the bottom and tilt up and forward. Built from 1990 to 1996, it was never imported into the U.S., so rare sightings like… more»
Jun 16, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
No Reserve 1977 Toyota Hilux Pickup
Pickups have grown monstrous over the last ten years, while at the same time limiting bed size and guzzling gas like it’s going out of style… (wait, is it?). It’s enough to make a person yearn for an El… more»
Jun 15, 2023 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Best One Left? 1981 Toyota Hilux Pickup
It is a brave individual who claims that the classic they own is the best non-restored example in existence. However, that is the claim made by the seller about this 1981 Toyota Hilux Pickup. There’s no disputing its overall… more»
Jun 7, 2023 • For Sale • 55 Comments
Uncommon Survivor: 1973 Toyota Celica ST
Here’s a decidedly un-barn findy car in the form of a 1973 Toyota Celica ST. No, it’s not typical for what usually graces the web pages of BF, but it’s a worthy subject. The seller tells us that it’s… more»
Jun 5, 2023 • For Sale • 23 Comments
No Reserve Survivor: 1985 Toyota Supra
The MK2 Toyota Supra is perhaps one of the best expressions of the company’s ability to make a compelling sports model, along with capturing the high points of 1980s design. The Supra today is a highly collectible model across… more»
May 28, 2023 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Backyard Bonanza: California Collection
While there’s a part of me (and perhaps most of us) that loves the idea of a property strewn about with cars and trucks, you won’t find too many communities where your neighbors share your enthusiasm for vintage tin… more»
May 26, 2023 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Rare Manual Equipped 1985 Toyota Celica Convertible!
When selling a car, it pays to be thorough—answering potential buyers’ questions before they even ask them. Ed, of Asheville, North Carolina, knows what he’s doing selling his manual 1985 Toyota Celica GTS 22R-E-equipped convertible on eBay. He knows… more»
May 24, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Original Paint Pickup: 1980 Toyota Hilux SR5
If you haven’t noticed, old Toyota 4x4s of pretty much every configuration are white hot these days. “Old” even constitutes the mid-90s Tacomas and other basic 4WD trucks that have become quite sought after, especially as modern-day pickup truck… more»
May 23, 2023 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Ultimate 80s 4×4: 1987 Toyota 4Runner SR5
Some vehicles just speak to you immediately upon viewing them, and that’s the feeling I get when I gaze at this lovely 1987 Toyota 4Runner SR5 with its gorgeous red paint and silver decals. The first generation 4Runner is… more»
May 14, 2023 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Non-Turbo Survivor: 1988 Toyota Supra
The third generation Toyota Supra is one of the more chronically unloved sports cars of the 80s and 90s. The Supra eras that preceded it and immediately followed were both embraced with open arms by collectors and are generally… more»
May 12, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
GM Engine Swap: 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
There’s a fair amount of honesty in this listing that is both refreshing and concerning. This is a 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser, a desirable 80-series truck that presents as a rust-free example. The seller explains in his listing that… more»
May 10, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
4X4 Survivor: 1983 Toyota Hilux SR5
The Hilux was the forerunner of Toyota pickups of today, dating back to 1968. In the 1980s, they would garner sales momentum in the U.S. as the demand for smaller trucks was emerging. This 1983 edition which is an… more»
