1997 Toyota Classic Custom Hand Built in Japan

Toyota 3-YE 2.0L I4 Engine | Odometer in Kilometers | Custom Hand Built in Japan - 1 of 100 Made

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LOT #

240313896

Classic Car

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Make:
Model:
VIN:
YN861010703
Lot Number:
240313896
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
6,950 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
2.4L 4cyl
Drive Type:
Transmission:
Automatic
Exterior Color:
Red/Black
Interior Color:
Red
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Missouri
  • 2.4L 4 Cylinder out of a Toyota Hilux
  • Frame and Chassis also from the same Toyota Hilux
  • Custom Hand Built in Japan and Imported - 1 of 100 Made
  • AC
  • Power Locks
  • Power Windows
  • Japanese Navigation System
  • Red Leather Interior
  • Premium Wheels
  • Odometer in Kilometers
  • Japanese Stereo System
  • Right Hand Drive
  • Wood Spoke Steering Wheel

Overview of 1997 Toyota Classic Custom Hand Built in Japan For Sale by Owner

Ultra-rare, limited edition, retro-styled luxury cars aren’t usually among the first images that come to mind when one thinks of Toyota. In fact, at first sight, it would be perfectly understandable to mistake this car for a product from another manufacturer. However, this is very much a Toyota through and through. Only 100 examples of this very exotic automobile were ever produced to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the very first Toyota passenger car: the Toyota AA (or Toyoda AA, as it was called initially). The original AA was inspired by the Chrysler products of the era, as Mr. Toyoda (father of Toyota) had a Desoto Airflow shipped to Japan and reverse-engineered. The Toyota Classic debuted in 1996 and was priced at approximately $75,000. It was styled to look as close as possible to the car it was paying tribute to, while meeting modern regulations and standards. All 100 examples were sold out, partly fueled perhaps by the rising popularity for retro-styled cars in 1990s Japan, as seen by the Mitsuokas of the time and by the Toyota Origin that would come out a few years after the Classic.

Exterior and Interior

The rarity of this car and its unique styling make it an instant head-turner on the road and a conversation starter wherever it goes. The chassis, suspension and brakes were taken from the rear-wheel-drive Toyota Hilux, as were the doors. The interior, too, is said to be originally from a contemporary Toyota of the time, but was significantly upgraded with woodgrain, leather, a wood-rimmed spoke steering wheel and more for the Classic. This particular car is red and black with a red leather interior, premium wheels, power locks and windows, a Japanese stereo and navigation system. And of course, being a Japanese import, it’s right-hand drive and the odometer reads in kilometers.

Engine

Along with the other components that they took from the Hilux for this project, Toyota also took the engine. While it is believed that the engine they used was a 2-litre 3Y-E with 96hp, the current owner does state that this car has a 2.4L Hilux engine. There was a choice of 2 gearboxes: a 4-speed automatic and a 5-speed column-shift manual. This car is said to be equipped with an automatic.

Walk-around Video of this Toyota Classic

1976 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40

For Sale
ASK: $36,298
Miles: 92,506
Estimated: $362.31/mo

The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 earned its legendary reputation through decades of rugged engineering, exceptional off-road capability, and a straightforward mechanical design that made it a trusted companion in some of the world's most challenging environments. This 1976 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 carries that heritage forward with an extensively modified, adventure-ready configuration that combines vintage Toyota character with a more aggressive off-road appearance. Showing approximately 92,506 miles, this example is finished in Gray over a Black interior and features a Black bikini soft top, removable half doors, and an aftermarket roll bar for an open-air driving experience. Under the hood sits a 4.2L naturally aspirated 2F inline-six engine paired with a 4-speed manual transmission and a part-time four-wheel-drive system. Its lifted suspension, oversized BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain tires, aftermarket chrome wheels, front-mounted winch, and six Hella auxiliary off-road lights contribute to its purposeful appearance. Additional highlights include diamond plate exterior accents, a GT Grant steering wheel, and an aftermarket stereo system. With its unmistakable boxy styling, substantial off-road equipment, and classic manual-shift drivetrain, this FJ40 offers enthusiasts an appealing combination of Toyota's celebrated four-wheel-drive heritage and personalized adventure-oriented styling.

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