If you’re a huge fan of these classic Toyotas like I am you’re bound to enjoy this beauty that just sold at auction for $168,000 USD!
For more about this beautifully restored Toyota please visit https://rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/mo21/monterey/lots/r0063-1981-toyota-fj45-land-cruiser/1119388?utm_source=Newsletter+-+The+FJ+Company&utm_campaign=3cf147187d-EMAIL_2021_08_MRY_AUCTIONS&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a8f5c3b7a1-3cf147187d-209244345
WOW!
Back in 1982 it was known as just a Toyota Pickup Truck – no longer a Hilux and not yet a Tacoma and this beauty was as basic as they came. The famous 22R 4-cylinder engine, 4-speed (I think) manual transmission, painted bumpers, steel wheels, and vinyl everything inside. Bench seat, radio (I think) and I opted for AC to deal with the relentless Florida heat and humidity.
In 1982 the truck was the third generation (N30) still with no name other than Pickup. “I drove through the desert in a truck with no name, it felt good…”
I choose a beige model to match the dirt road I lived on. I think Toyota called it “tan”. Unloaded the rear end was prone to skidding around 180 degrees or more on slightly wet roads if you hit the brakes too hard. I once did a complete 360 at a traffic light to my shock and the surprise of bystanders.
Photographed with a Canon F-1.
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