1988 Toyota Hilux 4WD LN65 was purchased from the original owner in Santa Ursula, Tenerife in October 2017.

Originally bought from Blandy Toyota dealership in Santa Cruz de Tenerife and registered on March 30, 1988 (EU Veteran Vehicle).  Primarily used for finca work and transportation from the village to vineyards.  The original owner kept it well maintained and in great condition.

The final service by the first owner in 2016 included a complete repaint in Off White and underbody coating, four new Dunlop tires and a complete rear axle service.  Records indicate the timing belt was replaced in 1999 with 99,000kms and the injectors were serviced with new nozzles in 2008 with 119,020 kms.  In the last 10 years it has traveled less than 3,000kms but it has been driven and maintained regularily with passing safety inspections every six months.   It has been kept in a garage since new.

Under the current ownership, in October 2017 minor service including changing all fluids and filters, tire rotation and balancing, and cooling system service were completed.  The radio antenna was replaced for an original Toyota manual antenna in March 2018, along with a new battery.  The heater control was repaired in April 2018 and new decals (original design) were added at that time.  The last ITV was passed in March 2018 without a single negative remark.  This Hilux LN65 is in incredible working order.

Completely intact and in clean, fine condition.  The interior color is grey with grey vinyl seats.  Shoulder safety seatbelts for five passengers with front and rear bench seats, manual windows (that roll all the way down) and locks, radio, heater, interior dome light, 12V cigarette lighter with ashtray and glove box.

The dash is complete with all the buttons and controls working properly and without damage or wear.  The dashboard was professionally reupholstered in January 2018 along with the door panels and front armrests.  The headliner is original and clean with some markings.  The grey vinyl floor liner is worn through in the driver footwell but the rest is in good condition.  No damage to any seats – original upholstery.  The driver seat is comfortable.

The clutch and brake pedal indicate light use and the gas pedal is like new, the shifter is also lightly used but well preserved with original markings.  All electronics work properly.  Heater is hot.

The rearview mirror was replaced with a next generation Hilux original part with day/night tilt.  The original part is sun damaged, and it can be included in the sale.

Non smoking.

Driven 400kms under current ownership.  The LN65 performs well on the road.  Cruises at 90-100 kph, and can reach speeds in excess of 120 kph.  Handling suffers above 110kph.  Very comfortable cruising and passing at low to medium speeds.

The motor, transmission and suspension perform well and do not exhibit bad vibrations or noise.  No interior noises or vibrations.  Drives well, handles fine, comfortable suspension, shifts smoothly through all gears.

Off road it is very capable of covering rough terrain while under load, one ton cargo capacity.  The solid axles and short lower gears are designed for slower and more complicated travel.  On flat road there is okay acceleration but limited when climbing.  Visibility is good and the ride is comfortable.

In the city, stop and go traffic is similar to other five speed manual transmissions.  Parallel parking is not limited other than by size.  Fits in the narrow streets like a full size family sedan.  Overall a pleasure to drive on and off road.

This is a work truck at heart that has been lightly used and well maintained.

It would be difficult to find a better LHD example anywhere in the world.

The vehicle is ready for daily use or as a showroom model.

The classic lines are unmistakeable and burlishly attractive.

The LN65 model dates a turning point in Toyota engineering and manufacturing.

Truly one of the greatest pickup trucks ever made for its durability, capability and dependability.

At 30 years old it qualifies as a Veteran Vehicle for EU importation equaling great tax savings.