We are thrilled to introduce “Taco Tuesday,” a custom 1959 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ28 Pickup that merges one of Toyota’s oldest 4X4s with the modern performance and features of the modern day Toyota Tacoma, creating a one-of-a-kind off-road machine. Taco Tuesday may be a showpiece for now, but it’s built for real-world overlanding and trail adventures, drawing heavily on the trusted power and reliability of the Tacoma platform.
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Here are some of Taco Tuesday’s standout features, blending classic design with Tacoma-inspired innovation:
- Custom-built four-door cab with removable hard top
- 5-foot bed with a 137” wheelbase
- PPG Lime Rush green finish for an eye-catching look
- 3.5L Toyota V6 engine with a Magnuson Supercharger, offering the modern performance of the Toyota Tacoma
- Six-speed manual transmission with double transfer cases, inspired by the rugged capabilities of the Tacoma
- Four-link front suspension with custom and ARB locked live front axle
- Bilstein coilover and double bypass shocks for ultimate off-road prowess
- Leaf-sprung narrowed Tacoma rear axle with an E-locker, bringing the proven durability of the Tacoma’s drivetrain to the build
- 37” Toyo Open Country RT tires on custom Nomad Wheel retro-style beadlocks
- Custom bumpers and bed rack equipped with ARB tent, Nacho lighting, and Warn 8274 winch
- Katzkin leather interior with fully customized and functional Tacoma instrumentation and controls, blending classic design with Tacoma’s cutting-edge technology
Isn’t this exactly what enthusiasts want to see from Toyota? A solid front axle, Tacoma-inspired four-door pickup designed to conquer both highways and trails—Taco Tuesday delivers that and more.
We’d love for you to stop by the official reveal at SEMA on Tuesday, November 5th, at 10:50 AM at the SEMA Live Booth #24499.
Thank you to our sponsors:
An honor to have Ivan Stewart come by Toyo Treadpass. The winningest driver in Baja 1000 History. A legend.
