Toyota Crown
While it's Toyota's long-running flagship in Japan, the Crown is known to collectors for its imported 1990s models. These rear-wheel-drive luxury sedans are prized for their durability, classic styling, and for sharing powertrains with other legendary Toyotas.
Find one with Spotter →Typical sold price of a Toyota Crown ranges from $5,300 to $52,575, based on 502 sales tracked on Hypercars. 106 currently for sale.
Toyota Crown Submodels
The Toyota Crown has been a flagship sedan for Toyota in Japan since 1955. While it was briefly sold in the United States until the early 1970s, it's the later Japanese-market models from the 1990s that have captured the attention of modern collectors. These cars, often imported under the 25-year rule, offer a unique combination of rear-wheel-drive luxury, robust engineering, and classic Japanese styling.
Collectors appreciate the Crown for its durability and for sharing powertrains with legendary performance cars. Many S140 and S150 generation Crowns came with the 1JZ-GE or 2JZ-GE inline-6 engines, known for their smoothness and reliability. High-spec models like the Crown Athlete V with the turbocharged 1JZ-GTE are particularly sought after as they offer a comfortable and subtle alternative to more common sport sedans.
The current market is very accessible, with an average sale price under $10,000. This value is driven by the steady supply of 1990s JDM imports. Pristine, low-mileage examples and rare early models from the 1960s can sell for much more, but the core of the market remains an affordable entry point into classic JDM luxury.
Buying Tips
- Check thoroughly for rust, especially in the wheel wells, rocker panels, and under the doors. Frame rails on imported cars should be inspected for corrosion from harsh winters.
- Verify all importation paperwork is present and correct. Ensure the car has a valid U.S. title, as registering a freshly imported car can be difficult.
- On 1990s models with 1JZ or 2JZ engines, check for oil leaks from the valve cover gaskets, cam seals, and main seals. Ask for records of timing belt service, which is due every 60,000 miles or 10 years.
- Test all electronics. These were advanced cars for their time, and features like the digital instrument cluster, power swing vents, and climate control can be complex and costly to fix.
Prices for the Toyota Crown range from around $3,500 for project cars to over $62,000 for rare, low-mileage examples.
502 Toyota Crown vehicles have been tracked across auctions and listings on Hypercars, with 106 currently live. Sold prices range from $2,500 to $88,896.
Data sourced from Bring a Trailer, Cars & Bids, eBay Motors, PCarMarket, and Collecting Cars. Updated daily.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Toyota Crown cost?
Based on 502 sales tracked on Hypercars, Toyota Crown prices typically range from $5,300 to $52,575. There are 106 currently for sale.
How many Toyota Crown listings are for sale right now?
There are 106 Toyota Crown listings currently live across auctions, dealers, and marketplaces tracked by Hypercars.