All about Japanese Cars!
In order to understand the Toyota Publica, or many other Japanese cars of its type, you need to understand the concept of the “national car” as outlined by the Japanese government, specifically the Ministry of International Trade and Industry. The MITI called for the design of a people’s car that could go at least 100 km/h,… Continue reading 1966 Toyota Publica DX
The Toyota Crown has always been the flagship vehicle of Toyota’s lineup. With a 1,453cc engine, the Crown could achieve 58ps, 43kW.
The average sale price of a 2000GT is $1 million. Now that’s impressive. It is regarded as one of the most valuable cars in any collection. In total, 351 2000GTs were produced (including for racing and movies) and 150 were exported outside of Japan. What is a halo car? A flagship car model used to bring prestige… Continue reading 1969 Toyota 2000GT
The 1951 Toyopet Model SA was the first car produced by Toyota for the domestic Japanese market and also the first Toyota vehicle exported to the United States. The car was based on the 1936 Chevrolet but with improvements to the engine, transmission, and suspension. It was powered by a 27 horsepower, four-cylinder engine with… Continue reading 1951 Toyopet Model SA
The 1945 Toyota Model KC truck is a vintage commercial vehicle produced by Toyota Motor Corporation. It is a light-duty flatbed truck that was designed for utility and transportation purposes. The Model KC was part of the G1 series of Toyota trucks that were produced during and after World War II. The truck had an… Continue reading 1945 Toyota Model KC Truck
The 1936 Toyoda Model AA was the first car produced by the Japanese automaker, Toyota. The Model AA was a luxury car that was designed and produced to appeal to the wealthy Japanese market during the 1930s. The Model AA featured a 3.4-liter engine, which produced 62 horsepower and 153 lb-ft of torque, and was… Continue reading 1936 Toyoda Model AA
The Toyota Model AA is a car produced by Toyota from 1936 to 1943. It was the company’s first passenger car, and was introduced at a time when Japan’s automotive industry was still in its infancy. The Model AA was powered by a 3.4-liter inline-six engine that produced 62 horsepower. It had a top speed… Continue reading 1936 Toyota Model AA
The 1963 Toyota Bonnet Bus Type FB80 is a small-sized commercial passenger vehicle that was produced by Toyota from 1954 to 1969. It was designed to be an affordable and reliable option for transporting small groups of people between towns and villages in Japan. The Bonnet Bus Type FB80 had a boxy, retro design with… Continue reading 1963 Toyota Bonnet Bus Type FB80
The 1983 Toyota Corolla LEVIN Model AE86 is a classic Japanese sports car that is highly sought after by car enthusiasts and collectors. It was produced from 1983 to 1987 and is known for its lightweight construction and rear-wheel drive configuration, which gives it excellent handling and responsiveness. The AE86 was available in two different… Continue reading 1983 Toyota Corolla LEVIN Model AE86
The 1966 Toyota Corolla Model KE10 was the first generation of the Corolla line and was produced from 1966 to 1970. It was a compact car that was designed to fit the needs of the Japanese market, which was growing rapidly during this time. The KE10 was available in either a 2-door or 4-door sedan,… Continue reading 1966 Toyota Corolla Model KE10
The 1960 Toyopet Crown was a midsize car produced by Toyota Motor Corporation. It was the second-generation model of the Toyopet Crown series and was introduced in September 1959, as a 1960 model. The car was initially marketed as the Crown Deluxe, and it was a significant improvement over its predecessor. It featured a longer… Continue reading 1960 Toyopet Crown Model RS21
The 1970 Toyota Celica Model TA22 is a two-door, rear-wheel drive sports car that was introduced by Toyota in 1970. It was the first generation of Celica and was produced from 1970 to 1977. The model was powered by a 1.6-liter 2T-B inline-four engine that produced an output of 115 horsepower. It had a top… Continue reading 1970 Toyota Celica Model TA22
The Toyota 2000GT is a two-door sports car that was produced by Toyota from 1967 to 1970. The car was designed in collaboration with Yamaha, with Toyota providing the engine and chassis, and Yamaha designing the exterior and interior. The 2000GT was first introduced at the 1965 Tokyo Motor Show as a concept car, and… Continue reading 1967 Toyota 2000GT Model MF10
The Toyota Sports 800 was a small sports car produced by Toyota from 1965 to 1969. It was designed as Toyota’s first stand-alone sports car and was built to comply with Japan’s kei car regulations, which restricted vehicle dimensions and engine size. The car was powered by a 800cc two-cylinder engine that produced 45 horsepower.… Continue reading 1965 Toyota Sports 800 Model UP15
The 1964 Toyopet Corona Model RT40 was a compact car produced by the Japanese car manufacturer Toyota. It was part of the first generation of Coronas, which were produced from 1957 to 1970. The RT40 was released as an upgrade to the RT20, featuring a longer wheelbase and a more powerful engine. The design of… Continue reading 1964 Toyopet Corona Model RT40
The 1961 Toyota Publica Model UP10 was a compact car produced by Toyota in Japan from 1961 to 1978. It was the first mass-produced car by Toyota and was aimed at the growing market for small cars in Japan. The UP10 had a two-cylinder air-cooled engine that produced 28 horsepower, and a four-speed manual transmission.… Continue reading 1961 Toyota Publica Model UP10
The 1957 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ25L is a rugged off-road vehicle that was produced by Toyota for the export market. It features a powerful, 3.9-liter inline-six engine that produces 125 horsepower and 200 lb-ft of torque. The engine is paired with a four-speed manual transmission that sends power to a four-wheel-drive system with low range.… Continue reading 1957 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ25L
The 1981 Toyota Soarer was a luxury sports coupe that was sold in Japan under the name Z10. It was the first generation of the Soarer model, which was later introduced to other markets, including the United States. The Soarer was powered by a range of engines, including a 2.0-liter inline-six, a 2.8-liter inline-six, and… Continue reading 1981 Toyota Soarer Model MZ11
The 2014 Toyota Mirai is a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle (FCV) that was introduced to the market in Japan in December 2014 and later in the United States in 2015. It is a four-door sedan that is powered by an electric motor, which is fueled by hydrogen and produces zero emissions. The Mirai has a… Continue reading 2014 Toyota Mirai
The 1997 Toyota Prius was the first generation of the hybrid electric vehicle produced by Toyota. It featured a 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine paired with an electric motor. The combined horsepower output was 70 horsepower. The Prius was able to achieve an impressive fuel economy of around 42 miles per gallon in the city and 45… Continue reading 1997 Toyota Prius
