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Mar 12, 2023 18:54:04 GMT
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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.   |
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Last Edit: Mar 13, 2023 13:36:23 GMT by tonymk2wagon: Poor spelling
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Mar 12, 2023 18:55:54 GMT
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Needs more than a like button.
Amazing find and project.
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Mar 12, 2023 19:01:05 GMT
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Very cool
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braaap
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Mar 12, 2023 20:24:42 GMT
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Van = Win !
Can't wait to see the finished result!
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Mar 12, 2023 21:15:17 GMT
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Sweet.
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Still learning...still spending...still breaking things!
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Mar 12, 2023 21:15:38 GMT
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Sweet.
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Still learning...still spending...still breaking things!
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Mar 12, 2023 21:59:08 GMT
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Wonderful! Keep the pics coming!  |
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1968 Mini MkII, 1968 VW T1, 1967 VW T1, 1974 VW T1, 1974 VW T1 1303, 1975 Mini 1000 auto, 1979 Chevette, 1981 Cortina, 1978 Mini 1000 1981 Mini City, 1981 Mini van, 1974 Mini Clubman, 1982 Metro City, 1987 Escort, 1989 Lancia Y10, 1989 Cavalier, 1990 Sierra, 1990 Renault 19, 1993 Nova, 1990 Citroen BX, 1994 Ford Scorpio, 1990 Renault Clio, 2004 Citroen C3, 2006 Citroen C2, 2004 Citroen C4, 2013 Citroen DS5. 2017 DS3 130 Plenty of other scrappers!
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Pid363!
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Madness is all in the mind!
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Mar 13, 2023 10:16:26 GMT
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Build of the year love it, I’ve just started doing the same to an A60 estate
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Mar 13, 2023 11:32:25 GMT
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Now that is really nice looking,
Not sure about the "patinated" look personally but love the idea of the dealership livery,
The stance and wheels look brilliant already,
Bookmarked to see where this thread goes,
Nigel
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BMW E39 525i Sport
BMW E46 320d Sport Touring (now sold on.)
BMW E30 325 Touring (now sold on.)
BMW E30 320 Cabriolet (Project car - currently for sale.)
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thebaron
Europe
Over the river, heading out of town
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Mar 13, 2023 11:48:07 GMT
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Ah, the one that got away. I've stated it before but Racer86's KP30 brought me to Retro Rides in the first place and I was in the process of building my own KP30 Rally car before I ran out of employment and its by-products in 2009/10
In for this all the way!
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Mar 13, 2023 11:55:43 GMT
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Gorgeous, gorgeous thing!
I happened upon your CROWN when buying something from the same unit - was amazed to see it there!
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Mar 13, 2023 13:27:52 GMT
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Ah, the one that got away. I've stated it before but Racer86's KP30 brought me to Retro Rides in the first place and I was in the process of building my own KP30 Rally car before I ran out of employment and its by-products in 2009/10 In for this all the way! They are great cars and I've owned more than my fair share of them. . Side note, I sold racer86 his kp30. |
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thebaron
Europe
Over the river, heading out of town
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Mar 13, 2023 17:25:13 GMT
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Ah, the one that got away. I've stated it before but Racer86's KP30 brought me to Retro Rides in the first place and I was in the process of building my own KP30 Rally car before I ran out of employment and its by-products in 2009/10 In for this all the way! They are great cars and I've owned more than my fair share of them. . Side note, I sold racer86 his kp30. Of course - I now recognize the username and went back to look through your old KP threads. This has prompted me to go looking locally for one. |
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Mar 26, 2023 15:53:31 GMT
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The little van is coming on well now, most things sorted apart from the interior. Engine up and running well with the addition of a ultralight flywheel, alloy rad (original was knackered) and a heavily chopped up, escort sportex exhaust. . The downpipe being extremely awkward to clear the steering box but its done now. The interior was mostly ruined by years of owner modifying and sun. .rear seat is good and the fronts are usable but the rest will need doing. . I'm not worried about originality so Mexican blanket door panels etc will work for me. Close to being road ready.   |
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Apr 22, 2023 17:42:31 GMT
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Rob M
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Toyota 1000 vanRob M
@zeb
Club Retro Rides Member 41
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Apr 22, 2023 18:07:05 GMT
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Fabulous!
Ok, maybe it is just me but the back sides reminds me a bit of an Anglia estate.....
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ChrisT
Club Retro Rides Member
Posts: 1,635
Club RR Member Number: 225
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Toyota 1000 vanChrisT
@christ
Club Retro Rides Member 225
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Apr 22, 2023 18:07:16 GMT
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Loving this build |
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v8ian
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Apr 22, 2023 18:46:19 GMT
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Bookmarked, Nice Build ..... A good mate built a 4age white 2 door (Toyomotor) about 30 years ago, ended up being owned by the editor od Street Machine
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Atmo V8 Power . No slicks , No gas + No bits missing . Doing it in style.
Austin A35van, very different------- but still doing it in style, going to be a funmoble
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Apr 22, 2023 19:08:05 GMT
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I remember that one, ke20 Corolla. 4age would be nice for this little van. I'll see how the 1300 gets on but a engine swap and rhd conversion are a consideration.
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