I bought new a '81 Diesel Toyota Pickup on a whim. I thought it was unique and wanted an economical errand vehicle to run to town for supplies (i am cheap). Two wheel drive. Standard rear axle. Anytime you got off of asphalt or gravel you were at risk of getting stuck. The only thing I did to it was better tires and an inline fuel heater just before the filter/water separator which I insulated also.
Hit three deer on separate occasions. Got rear ended by a Volvo. It got great fuel millage. But it was boring to say the least. Wish I still had it, but I don't know why really. I have a 2001 Ranger Edge for that duty now. Did I say the LC loves gas?
