Toyota Hilux
The Toyota Hilux is a global icon celebrated for its legendary toughness and go-anywhere attitude. It's a collector's favorite, with early generations sought after for their classic styling and simple, dependable mechanics.
Find one with Spotter →Toyota Hilux sold for a median of $16,500 over the last 12 months, based on 227 auction sales; the middle 50% sold between $10,500 and $23,825. 388 currently for sale.
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Toyota Hilux Submodels
The Toyota Hilux, first launched in 1968, built an unparalleled reputation for durability and reliability. Its go-anywhere, do-anything attitude was cemented in pop culture and proven in the world's harshest environments, making it a global icon. Early generations, particularly the 3rd (1978-1983) and 4th (1983-1988), are especially prized by collectors for their simple, robust engineering and classic styling.
The collector market for the Hilux is driven by nostalgia and its legendary toughness. Enthusiasts seek out original, low-mileage 4x4 examples with the venerable 22R or 22R-E 4-cylinder engine. While many have lived hard lives as work vehicles, clean, unmodified survivors and well-executed restorations command significant premiums. The average sale price of $16,270 reflects a market with everything from worn-out farm trucks to pristine collector-grade pickups.
Buying Tips
- Check the frame for rust, especially near the leaf spring mounts and behind the fuel tank. This is the single biggest issue for these trucks.
- The 22R-E engine is famously durable, but listen for a rattling sound on startup, which can indicate worn plastic timing chain guides.
- On 4x4 models, engage the 4-wheel drive system and listen for unusual noises from the transfer case and front differential.
- Inspect any modifications carefully. Poorly installed lift kits or aftermarket accessories can cause alignment issues and premature wear.
Based on 806 sales, prices range from $200 for project trucks to $73,000 for pristine or highly modified examples.
2,389 Toyota Hilux vehicles have been tracked across auctions and listings on Hypercars, with 388 currently live.
Data sourced from Bring a Trailer, Cars & Bids, eBay Motors, PCarMarket, and Collecting Cars. Updated daily.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Toyota Hilux cost?
Over the last 12 months, Toyota Hilux sold for a median of $16,500 across 227 auction sales tracked on Hypercars; the middle 50% sold between $10,500 and $23,825. There are 388 currently for sale.
How many Toyota Hilux listings are for sale right now?
There are 388 Toyota Hilux listings currently live across auctions, dealers, and marketplaces tracked by Hypercars.