Toyota 1000 van

Been some years since I've done a build thread, but seeing as I've got loads of pictures of this I might as well.
I picked up this 1977, Greek Toyota 1000 (kp36) about a year ago. As a Ebay listing,it was described as very good original condition and ready to drive away. . It wasn't cheap but would be a great daily driver and would partner my 69 CROWN wagon well. After the drive from Bournemouth to Birmingham I got to see it in the flesh, instantly noticing many bad repairs and dents and to top it off, the engine was knocking. With its condition not matching its asking price,I was about to walk away when the seller started dropping the price dramatically.
So from that point the little Toyota became a fun daily project. With alot of the trim in bad way and a side window made of perspex, I had no worries about doing something different with this rare little car.



As with most of my cars, height and wheels had to be first on the list.






Coilovers made up using the usual escort kit,Toyota tercel inserts to shorten the struts.2" lowering blocks and decambered leaves out back. With the side glass seals being toast and a plastic window, I made the decision to do a van conversion.



With some wide steels fitted,things were taking shape.
I've always fancied a patinated work truck so with the new van look, I've gone for red that will get sanded into the primer in places and Toyota dealership sign writing.
That's about up to date other than the 1300cc 4k engine I've just fitted. Hopefully it will be done and on the road in the next month.