1994 Toyota Cresta Tourer V

Stock #6661

Ideal as a punchy pavement pounding daily driver, or wicked weekend cruiser, this Japanese Classic does just about everything well, and puts a smile on your face every time you mash the gas.

Exterior Overview

Its hard to believe the same brand that brought us the Camry in the US made this 1994 Cresta. Bland might be the last word used to describe this sedan, which features a fire-breathing turbo inline six, near 50/50 weight distribution, and a performance-oriented rear drive layout. The classic proportions look handsome, and this Tourer V is set off by an OEM optional front lip and OEM rear spoiler. Aside from a few light imperfections, the Alpine Silver (199) paint is in good shape and this speedy saloon is fresh off a recent service. Boasting only 49k verified and documented miles on the clock, this terrific Toyota is barely broken in, and this platform is easy to service and reliable, too. Ideal as a punchy pavement pounding daily driver, or wicked weekend cruiser, this Japanese Classic does just about everything well, and puts a smile on your face every time you mash the gas.

Interior Overview

The cabin offers loads of space, a number of safety features, and some decent electric amenities. The swept dashboard looks modern and lacks any cracking or fading. The driver can find the ideal driving position thanks to a tilt and telescoping steering column. The steering wheel shows some light wear, but most importantly includes an SRS airbag for safety’s sake. The center stack is close by and easy to reach for the driver and passenger. The automatic climate control system is easy to operate and intuitive. Piping hot heat and cool A/C can be mixed through the cabin, and if you prefer more natural ventilation, an electric sunroof and power windows can unfurl with the press of a few buttons. Power locks and power folding mirrors also work like a charm in typical Toyota fashion. The gray upholstery lacks any major rips, stains, or tears. The matching material can be found in the door cards, which are in fine shape as well. The headliner and carpeting have resisted major abuse over the years, and the OEM audio functions properly and sounds clear, making daily use more enjoyable. Aside from some wear on the shifter and weak trunk struts, it’s hard to nitpick this cabin, and we feel the American owner will be impressed with its condition. It even includes the owner’s manuals, which are safely stored in the glovebox.

Mechanical Overview

Under the skin, the JZX90 is a beautiful thing. It’s powered by one of Toyota’s most legendary engines, the 1JZ-GTE. This 2.5L churns to life care of a new 12v battery and is fresh off an oil and filter service. It runs without vibration and has an incredible power profile. To keep the oil level on full, we replaced the valve cover gasket and installed a set of plugs while we were in there. A new serpentine belt was fashioned so that the 1J can be reliably powered. Best of all one of our trained techs has performed the most expensive and important preventative maintenance item there is! A new timing belt and water pump should last for another ten years and we also flushed the coolant and installed a new thermostat. The inline six pulls hard to redline and sends power through a stout automatic gearbox to the rear wheels. It shifts as it should and gets up to highway speeds lickety split! It also stops on a dime, care of new front and rear brake pads and rotors. The suspension feels confident with new front caster arms, and this chassis handles large and small potholes alike without breaking a sweat, The brakes are grabby and grip comes from four new tires mounted and balanced at each corner, after installing new inner and outer tie rods and a fresh alignment, this touring sedan is ripe and ready to pound pavement, and should be good for miles and miles of steadfast Toyota reliability!

*California Residents: In order to register a Grey Market vehicle in the state of California then it will have to be made CARB compliant first. CARB certifications will have to be performed within the state. Depending on the vehicle and any existing modifications will affect the pricing. Typically CARB compliance will range between 5-10K. Additional information can be found on the California Air Resources Board website.