1988 Toyota Pickup Reviews, Pricing & Specs
What owners say
"Overall, owners of the 1988 Toyota Pickup find it to be a reliable and fun vehicle, especially for outdoor adventures. They appreciated its durability, efficient fuel economy, and ability to handle rough conditions. However, some drivers mentioned issues like loss of gears and minor maintenance concerns. In general, the truck's performance and classic styling earned it high marks."
Performance is great for a 22R 2.4L. Never had any major problems and it was bullet proof. Had 245,000 miles on it when I sold it. It ran excellent and never smoked or burned any oil. I liked the body styling of this particular year. Great gas mileage. Consistantly got 32 mph, even at 245,000 miles. Low maintenance. It was fun to drive. Just a little small for me being '6 3" tall. Sold it to buy something larger.
April 29, 2010My old truck had been my favorite car. Regardless of the weak but durable 22RE, it had great handling for a 4WD truck and four piston brake calipers stopped her on a dime. Mine was abused before I got it and wasn't as reliable for me, but she ran on three cylinders when the head gasket and head blew, she was a real trooper. One of the toughest vehicles money can buy, as Top Gear proved. I loved the way it looked, the stripes on the side, the aftermarket rims and the pre-runner look I could achieve by removing the lower valance (easily) and bolting on driving lights. Gas mileage was pretty good until we parted ways, combined, it was about 21-24 MPG. This was a blast to drive on and off the street, the suspension could handle sharp manuevering without much body roll, you have the freedom of going off the paved roads, however, with the Independent front suspension the 1986 plus trucks come with, rock crawling should be avoided
April 4, 2010I love that I can point my pickup at any mountain or trail, and it usually does what I ask of it. Very cheap to own, have not needed any major repairs from 110k miles thru 145k miles. I love the styling, get 20 miles per gallon, and missed it too much to sell it.
October 6, 2009What owners say
Performance is great for a 22R 2.4L. Never had any major problems and it was bullet proof. Had 245,000 miles on it when I sold it. It ran excellent and never smoked or burned any oil. I liked the body styling of this particular year. Great gas mileage. Consistantly got 32 mph, even at 245,000 miles. Low maintenance. It was fun to drive. Just a little small for me being '6 3" tall. Sold it to buy something larger.
April 29, 2010My old truck had been my favorite car. Regardless of the weak but durable 22RE, it had great handling for a 4WD truck and four piston brake calipers stopped her on a dime. Mine was abused before I got it and wasn't as reliable for me, but she ran on three cylinders when the head gasket and head blew, she was a real trooper. One of the toughest vehicles money can buy, as Top Gear proved. I loved the way it looked, the stripes on the side, the aftermarket rims and the pre-runner look I could achieve by removing the lower valance (easily) and bolting on driving lights. Gas mileage was pretty good until we parted ways, combined, it was about 21-24 MPG. This was a blast to drive on and off the street, the suspension could handle sharp manuevering without much body roll, you have the freedom of going off the paved roads, however, with the Independent front suspension the 1986 plus trucks come with, rock crawling should be avoided
April 4, 2010I love that I can point my pickup at any mountain or trail, and it usually does what I ask of it. Very cheap to own, have not needed any major repairs from 110k miles thru 145k miles. I love the styling, get 20 miles per gallon, and missed it too much to sell it.
October 6, 2009fun to drive, old yet classy
January 28, 2008Good efficient truck. 4 banger. Good commuter truck. Looks good for youth and never has gotten stuck in snow less than a foot deep. Excellent traction, and has 3 safety belts. Really this is a good light weight truck, and has lasted way beyond its prime.
January 21, 2008all i have to say is even with no oil, no coolant. it still starts and runs... can't beat it. ability to do a ton of mods to it to fit your own personal needs, desires. a must have. im currently transforming it into a flat bed, has smoke stacks and will eventually have a big block in it to give it the power i demand. but until then it's lifted with a lil 4 cyl. and gets 20+ mpg...
June 23, 2009It wasnt the best looking truck ever made, but it had an engine that would purrr like a new one, and it had over 170k miles on it. I only had to fix to things on it, brake lines and alternator.
January 4, 2009Bullet proof, reliable, and easy to fix. I need 33 more words so i guess here it goes. If you dont mind getting passed by semi's and u-haul trailers on the highway going up hill then its the truck for you.
July 22, 2009
