I have owned a 1996 Toyota Hilux from new and it hasn't had any major work done to it. I had the 2.5l Turbo and it gave plenty of power, and could do 75mph at a push. it was a diesel manual dual cab pick-up and was the most reliable vehicle that I have ever owned. Fantastic at towing and off-road. Also great in the snow, it never got stuck. I bought it new for £12,000 and it is worth £3500 now but you can get one for around a grand less than that. My one was a 200bhp version, and obviously Japanese. Hope this helps.
