1986 Toyota Pickup Turbo

1986 Toyota Pickup Turbo: The Holy Grail of Vintage Toyotas

The 1986 Toyota Pickup Turbo is one of the rarest and most collectible vintage Toyota pickups ever built. With only a few thousand produced, the factory turbocharged 22R-TE engine makes this truck the holy grail for Toyota collectors.

The Legendary 22R-TE Turbo Engine

The 22R-TE was Toyota's first turbocharged pickup engine. Based on the bulletproof 22R, the turbo version added electronic fuel injection and a CT20 ceramic turbocharger, producing 135 horsepower and 173 lb-ft of torque — a significant increase over the naturally aspirated 22R's 96 hp. The turbo engine provided excellent passing power and made the Toyota pickup competitive with full-size trucks.

Key features of the 22R-TE include:

• 🔧 CT20 ceramic turbocharger — Lightweight ceramic turbine wheel for quick spooling
• 🔧 Electronic fuel injection — EFI for reliable cold starts and consistent performance
• 🔧 Turbo-specific pistons — Lower compression ratio (7.8:1) for boost
• 🔧 Oil cooler — Standard on turbo models for increased durability
• 🔧 Dual exhaust — Unique turbo exhaust system

Rarity and Collectibility

The turbocharged Toyota pickup was only produced from 1986-1987 in limited numbers. Estimates suggest fewer than 5,000 examples were sold in the United States. Today, surviving examples are extremely rare, especially with low mileage. The 22R-TE is often called the "Holy Grail" of Toyota pickup engines.

About This Specific Turbo Pickup

This 1986 Toyota Pickup Turbo is finished in White over a Brown cloth interior. With just 87,000 original miles, this is an exceptionally low-mileage example of a rare truck. The turbocharger is in excellent condition, and the engine runs smoothly with no issues.

Recent Maintenance

• ✅ Turbocharger inspected - no shaft play, excellent condition
• ✅ EFI system serviced - new injectors, fuel filter
• ✅ Oil cooler lines inspected - no leaks
• ✅ Recent tune-up with OEM parts
• ✅ Full service records available

Investment Potential

The factory turbo Toyota pickups have seen dramatic appreciation. According to auction data from Bring a Trailer, clean 22R-TE trucks have sold for $30,000-$40,000. As one of the rarest vintage Japanese trucks, values continue to climb.

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