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.
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.
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.
1997 Toyota Classic
Toyota 3Y-E 2.0L I4
4-Speed Automatic
RWD
1 of 100 Produced
Custom Hand Built in Japan and Imported
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
In the Nineties, Toyota went a bit misty-eyed. They released a limited-production vehicle called the Toyota Classic. Inspired by the Toyota AA from the 1930s, the Classic sat on a Toyota Hilux platform and came with its running gear. This interesting pastiche of 1930s styling with 1990s mechanicals is supremely rare nowadays. Toyota sold just 100 units and charged US$ 75,000 for each one. So it isn’t often that a Toyota Classic comes our way, and yet, here we are. Say Konichiwa (Hello in Japanese) to this 1997 Toyota Classic from Chesterfield, Virginia. An excellent addition to a discerning collector’s lot, this curio has done over 230,000 miles which tells us two things. One, it’s pleasant to live with or else it wouldn’t have been driven this much. Two, it’s your typical bulletproof Toyota or it wouldn’t have survived. The way we see it, with the relevant maintenance, this vehicle can easily head for 500,000 miles!
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.
One of America’s best-selling cars, the Toyota Camry midsize family sedan has carved out a name for itself, and one of sensibility. For those who seek no-nonsense family motoring with excellent reliability and the right mix of features and practicality, the Camry is the de facto choice. That’s why you won’t find a Camry on sale very often, but when you do, it’s always wise to act with speed. Take this 28,000-mile 2019 Toyota Camry XSE from Brooklyn as a prime example. Its low mileage makes it basically brand-new, while its got a host of custom carbon fiber bits and new wheels to jazz up its appearance. Inside, it still remains a practical and well-equipped family car with plenty of space and tech toys to keep you satisfied. That’s why you should buy it without a second thought!
Now here’s a car that’s the polar opposite of what Americans consider to be sporty. It’s a diminutive thing from the Nineties, with its little four-cylinder engine mounted behind the passenger cabin. Yet, the Toyota MR2 made waves in every country that it was sold. This Midship Runabout 2-seater (hence the name MR2) was produced across three generations from 1984 to 2007. Today’s 1993 Toyota MR2 Turbo is a fine third-generation example that includes the original window sticker and owner’s manual with the sale of the car. Yes it’s got over 145,000 miles on it, but let’s not forget that it's a Toyota! 145,000 miles is mere chicken feed for this era of cars from the famed Japanese automaker.
Classic trucks have been making headlines in the world of classic motoring. A glance around the marketplace reveals a host of options in various sizes and forms. Toyota has always been at the forefront of the truck market, with some machines being regarded as unbreakable - not our words, but those of Jeremy Clarkson in his Top Gear days. With older examples of Toyota’s humble truck seeing an uptick in terms of collector value, it's time you got behind the wheel of this 1986 Toyota Pickup. With a reported 68,931 miles on its odometer, this classic machine makes classic car ownership a treat and also serves as a capable off-roader if needed.
When the Honda NSX two-seat mid-engined sports car was released in 1990, it was widely regarded to be Japan’s first proper supercar. NSX stands for New Sports car – eXperimental, and saw inspiration from many corners including Formula 1 and the F-16 jet fighter. It also showcased Honda’s now-ubiquitous VTEC system, and received development input from the late great Aryton Senna. In the United States, the NSX was sold under Honda’s premium Acura badge, which showcased its positioning appropriately. Today, we have a nice 1991 Acura NSX for sale from Tampa. This car has driven just over 84,000 miles so far and comes with the original owner’s manual and service records. Furthermore, it's got an all-aluminum monocoque frame, a feature that the NSX was the first production car in the world to have.
The Mazda RX-7 is one of the most popular sports cars in the world because of its mold-breaking rotary engine that’s proven to be a tuner’s dream. That’s why you see highly tuned and built examples like this 1989 Mazda RX-7 Turbo II “Mariah Mode 6 Stage V” around. It’s said to be Build #1 by Mariah Motorsports of Santa Barbara, California, and comes with a long list of components. The build plaque notes that the car has got an eye-widening 468 horsepower for you to play with. Furthermore, you’ve got the signatures of James Hagerty and Dan McCue on the engine shroud. We’re also told that the car has passed California Smog tests (March 2024) but is not CARB compliant.
Nissan’s R34 Skyline is widely considered to be one of the finest JDM performance machines in the world. It’s a car that enthusiasts drool over and yearn to own. Today, we can fulfil one enthusiast’s dream with this 1999 Nissan Skyline GT-R for sale from Franklin Square, New York. With just 29,000 miles and a host of aftermarket enhancements, it’s the perfect daily driver with serious track capability.
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