As the title states, I found a 72' Hilux (mostly unmolested). It has been somewhat restored and has no cancerous rust on it. It's a 4 speed mated to the 12R (I think).

Anyway, he wants $1500 and he only drove it to the ice cream shop and back and to work on weekends. I'm pretty set on buying it. My question is, how impossible is it going to be to find parts for it?

-Brian

 

In a rust paradise like PA-easy

Here is a good parts truck.
http://www.nothingbutcars.net/car-fo.../car-7005.html

Does the truck come with grease? Thought you were worried once about fitting in a newer single cab? This thing you better learn to be a contortionist

 

A good running 72?? Thats sweet. Not sure on parts but I bet there out there. Yoda Jim may have some . I'd love to get one of those oldies and drop the body and bed on a 4wd frame.

 

I can fit in a single cab, this truck wouldn't be my daily anyway. I'd only take it to shows, etc.

 

I'll get some pics up after I get home later tonight.

 

Here's the Wiki link to the Hilux http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_Hilux
Sounds like it is the 18R unless its not a North American Model then i maybe the 12R that came with the Global ones

 

Called the guy today to confirm me coming down Saturday, he sold it, so much for that...

 

That sucks bud. Maybe you will get lucky and find another. I know I see a few run around out here. Love to get my hands on one. Not sure if I would keep the old engine or not.