Out of all the compact to mid-size pickups sold, Toyota’s pickup (known as the Hilux in global markets) is the best at holding its value. Most of these trucks saw hard use on a regular basis, so very few pristine examples exist today. This 1988 Toyota Pickup 4WD V6 that’s available here on eBay isn’t perfect, but it has a reasonable price tag for such a clean specimen.
This Toyota is available in Clackamas, Oregon with a clean title. Though the ad lacks information about the vehicle’s history, the plethora of photos the seller provides helps make up for it. These pictures show that every aspect of this truck is clean, especially the undercarriage, which is a huge selling point on these older, rust-prone Toyota trucks.
Even in its remarkable condition, this truck looks like it emerged right out of the 1990s. I’m a big fan of the period-correct changes this truck has, which include the color-matched Gem Top bed cap and the Centerline wheels.
Other than an aftermarket AM/FM radio with a CD player, the interior is all original. There are a few minor imperfections inside the truck, such as a crack in the dashboard material and some cracking on the side of the bench seat, but for the most part, the cockpit is in impressive shape for its age.
Under the hood, there’s a 3.0-liter V6 engine, which pairs to a 5-speed manual transmission and a 4-wheel-drive system. From the factory, the engine made 144 horsepower and 180 lb.-ft. of torque. The odometer on this example reads 187,310 miles, but the seller does mention that the truck’s true mileage is unknown. On a positive note, the seller adds that the truck runs and drives great.
For $7,999, this neat little truck could be yours. Would you take on this Toyota, even with its true mileage unknown?
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