- Year
- 1980
- Vehicle Model
- Minitruck
- Location
- United States
- Mileage
- 69351
- Color
- White
Looking at this beauty, you might think "wow, that's a lot of character!" And you'd be right – 45 years of Southwestern and Southern California character, to be exact. This 1980 Toyota pickup has that coveted "survivor patina" that hipsters pay thousands to fake. Mine's 100% authentic and 99% surface rust (the other 1% is pure determination).
This truck has seen some stuff, done some things, and is ready to make questionable decisions with a new owner. It's not perfect, but neither are we, and somehow we all keep going.
Asking $8500 and not interested in trades.
The Good Stuff:
- 69K on the odometer (total mileage is between 69K and infinity – it's a mystery!)
- Bulletproof 20R motor with 4-speed manual transmission
- 4x4 capability for off-road adventures
- Starts, steers, and stops – the essentials all work as they should
The "Character Building" Features:
- AC compressor decided to take early retirement (unhooked, may or may not be seized – it's keeping its secrets)
- Air pump also went on strike and seized up completely
- Locking hubs leak a bit (adds that authentic off-road aroma)
- Engine idles at a spirited 1500 RPM (always ready for action!)
- Takes its time warming up (teaches you patience, very zen)
- Washer reservoir went AWOL (I have the original, but it looks like it lost a fight with time)
- Auxiliary oil pressure and voltage gauges are purely decorative at this point
Perfect For:
- Someone who appreciates "vintage reliability"
- People who enjoy the therapeutic sound of high idle
- Those wanting to learn basic automotive troubleshooting
- Anyone needing a truck that's already broken in
- Collectors of fine California-aged rust art
This truck has seen some stuff, done some things, and is ready to make questionable decisions with a new owner. It's not perfect, but neither are we, and somehow we all keep going.
Asking $8500 and not interested in trades.
