1985 Toyota Tacoma

SR5 Pickup 4x4 Pickup Truck

22RE

Manual

jt4rn66s6f5068805

Clear

Gasoline

1985 Toyota 4x4 SR5 Xtra Cab Pickup 109,656 miles (note: pictures were taken yesterday, 7/21/2012) Mileage could vary slightly if any serious parties arrange for inspections and/or test drives. Vehicle has been well maintained and garage kept during my ownership. This is not my daily driver. It's one of a few in my Toyota collection. Engine: 22RE 4-cylinderTransmission: 5-speedFactory options: OEM sunroof with cover that detaches, has the nicer sport seats and chrome package. No air conditioning though it could be installed by an authorized shop. I may have the factory dash switch for the A/C as I once considered having it installed and purchased a few parts in the process. Auto locking hubs (work great - factory from Toyota). Most have been swapped out to manual hubs. Power steering and power brakes. ***Please read entire ad before asking any questions and/or placing a bid. Thanks. *** History:I purchased this vehicle approximately 2 years ago with the intent to duplicate a truck I previously owned in my younger days. My intention was to keep the vehicle for several years and pass it on to my daughter. However, I've been restoring a 1983 4wd pickup and have realized I have no additional time to devote to extra vehicles that need to be enjoyed and appreciated by other Toyota enthusiasts. I'll be listing a few others over the course of a month or so. The truck was previously owned by one family since new. I purchased it from a relative of the original owner. I will do my best to accurately describe everything I know about this truck. I've set a reserve which I believe is fair considering the amount of time and money that has been spent on a hard to find pickup. I understand the challenges of bidding on something that could quite possibly be 3000 miles from where you live. For that reason, I've taken several hundred pictures and provided as much detail as possible. I used the best parts I was able to find when working on this truck. I made no attempts to cut corners in any way. I am very proud of my feedback and am confident that the future owner will not be disappointed in the truck. You are welcome to email me with any questions and I will do my best to answer those questions. I'd also encourage any serious bidders to have the truck inspected by a qualified shop (note: there's a Toyota dealership about 4 miles from where I live). I'd be happy to drop the truck off at a shop of your choice assuming you have coordinated the inspection (your expense). Mechanical work completed on front end:I spent much of last Winter taking my time rebuilding the front axle from hub to hub. I used HD inner axle seals and replaced about everything I could regardless of whether it needed. All of the gaskets, bearings, seals, and rock rings were replaced. I used the best parts available.I installed all new front brakes (calipers, rotors, pads).New KYB shocksSteering damperSway bar linkstie rod ends (old ones were fine)Alignment Engine and transmission:OEM water pumpOEM top and bottom radiator hosesHose clampsNew radiator with Toyota red antifreezeOEM fuel filterNGK plug wires and plugsCap/rotorAlternator bearingBeltsQuick battery disconnect on the Optima red top (great safety feature to help prevent theft)Valve cover gasketPCV valveAll new fluids Transmission and clutch are excellentEngine runs exceptionally well and idles great. Washer fluid reservoirLeaks no fluids whatsoever!!! Exhaust:I replaced the muffler and tailpipe with factory OEM unitAll smog equipment is intact Tires/Wheels:31X10.50X15 BF Goodrich All Terrain Tires (4) - almost new. Original unused spare with correct wheelFactory chrome wheels with correct center caps (all in excellent condition) Rear end:All new rear brakesRear KYB shockscenter carrier bearing Exterior:The truck was painted in its original color with all the glass/door handles/etc. removed and doors/fenders off the truck. The paint was completed approximately 1 year ago and has less than 1,000 miles on it. I spent approximately $5000 on paint/labor. I helped reassemble to save on some of the expenses. The stripes/decals were replaced with near identical reproductions and turned out excellent. These weren't included in the paint/labor estimation. I was fortunate enough to find a brand new OEM rear bumper (next to impossible to find). The original saved for the truck was stolen and was in excellent condition, so I felt very lucky to find a brand new bumper (though very costly). I had the front skid plate sandblasted and powder coated. The original bumper is also OEM and perfect. I replaced rubber belt line molding along the windows. The windshield was replaced as the original had small ding. At the same time, I replaced the rubber windshield molding.Much of the drivetrain was prepped and painted to help preserve condition and maintain that original look. Interior:The interior was excellent to begin with. The rubber floor mats are factory original "Toyota" and look great.The seats/dash/carpet are all in excellent condition as can be seen in the pictures. These seats were somewhat rare equipment for these trucks and only offered for a couple of years. They show minimal wear. Toolkit and jack are original and stored below the shelf unit in the xtra cab area. The stereo is not original but could easily be swapped out for the original unit (I believe I kept the original one). It it Bluetooth ready with iPod control and detachable face. Nothing fancy but added capabilities over stock. Note: The speakers were never upgraded and the rear speakers in the extra cab say "Toyota" on them.There is a CB mounted in the truck, but I removed the antenna when the truck was being painted (mounted just inside the fender with an aluminum bracket) and had no plans of ever using the CB. One could remove the CB and there'd be no signs it was ever mounted in the truck (microphone bracket used single screw shared by stereo housing/console). No additional drilling was done to the best of my knowledge. I did replace the heater fan unit with a new OEM unit. Discovered later that the old one was just fine!!! I also replaced the blower motor resistor while I had the blower unit out. It, too, was fine. Oh well!!! Everything on the truck works as it should. I have a huge folder on the truck documenting a great portion of the repairs.I'd estimate that I have close to $12,000 into the truck. What would I do next to the truck if I kept it?Drive it!!!Probably address slight rattle in tailgate hinges (not a big deal but irritates me).Maybe upgrade the original speakers with improved ones. After replacing the windshield washer reservoir with a factory new unit, I discovered the motor that pumps the fluid has a crack (these are readily available).Piece of rubber that runs along area where sliding rear window "slides" in its track is showing it's age. The actual rubber around the rear window is great. I believe I have the correct replacement, but I never dealt with it. I wouldn't hesitate to make a cross country drive in the truck. I'm sure I might be forgetting things, but this gives a very good idea as to the amount of time/care put into this truck. If any questions please ask. If you do not have the money or financing in place, please do not bid on this vehicle. I have described this vehicle to the best of my ability and it is being sold as-is with no warranty either express or implied. Shipping is the responsibility of the buyer, but I will be happy to assist in anyway that I can. I will accept cash or certified check only (unless other arrangements are agreed upon). Once the check clears, it will be availabe for pickup. A $500 dollar non-refundable deposit is due with in 24hrs of auction end and full payment is due within 7 days of auction ending (unless other prior arrangements have been made). I'd also recommend setting up an inspection towards the beginning of the auction as it may take some time for that to be completed depending upon the schedule of the shop chosen. Keep in mind that the truck is 27 years old and not brand new. :) Email mark@sfaberdeen.com with any questions!!! Best of luck!!!