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Used 1988 Toyota HiluxSurf SR311 Diesel/Manual near Waipahu, HI
- Asking Price
- $30,000
Flexible vehicle financing available to help you drive home your dream JDM ride with options that fit your budget. We also provide a comprehensive vehicle history report so you can see verified details about past ownership, mileage, accident records, title status, and more giving you confidence and transparency before you buy. 1988 TOYOTA SSR LIMITED – DIESEL TURBO 4WD (JDM LINKS)
• Year: 1988
• Make / Model: Toyota Hilux Surf SSR Limited
• Chassis / Platform: LN61
• Engine: 2.4 L Diesel Turbo
• Transmission: 5-Speed Manual
• Drive: Part-time 4WD
• Steering: Right-Hand Drive (JDM spec)
• Doors: 3
• Mileage: ~109,000 km (approx)
• Color: Dark Gray
This is a true vintage JDM 4WD from the late 1980s – a lifted, diesel-powered Surf with rare options and off-road enhancements.
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Brief Vehicle Overview
The “SSR Limited” designation on early Hilux Surf models indicates a higher-trim or special edition in Japan with comfort features and better trim than standard 4WD versions. The chassis code LN61 places this vehicle squarely in the late-’80s series of Surf/Hilux 4WD wagons.
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This example has been professionally modified with a slight lift, FRP top, period-correct wheels, and other off-road-oriented touches that make it stand out from a stock Surf.
Key Mechanical Specs
Engine
2.4 L Diesel Turbo (intercooled)
Durable and torquey configuration well-suited for off-road load and towing
Transmission
5-Speed Manual — purist-friendly drivetrain, excellent for trail control
Drive System
Part-time 4WD — rugged, serviceable, and capable on varied terrain
Chassis / Body
Platform: LN61 series (classic JDM 4WD wagon)
Body Style: 3-Door SUV with FRP hard top
Styling & Mod Features (Vintage / Off-Road Ready)
2-inch lift — improves clearance for rough terrain and trails
FRP top finished in RAPTOR-style coating — rugged look with added protection
Vintage SSR 15-inch alloy wheels — period-correct and stylish
New manual-rated off-road tires — ready for DOA or beach driving
US-style front corners & taillights — clean international look
Underbody endlocks / guards — protective metalwork under the chassis
These modifications aren’t just cosmetic — they speak to a build that works as a daily driver and an adventure rig.
Why This SSR Limited Matters
✔ Rare diesel-turbo surf from 1988 – not many survive in good shape
✔ Manual 4WD — engaging to drive, capable, and DIY-friendly
✔ Lifted with off-road upgrades — ready for trails right away
✔ Vintage character — period wheels & styling make it stand out
✔ Strong basic platform — Toyota ruggedness from the golden era of truck-derived SUVs
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1988 Toyota SSR Limited – 2.4 Diesel Turbo • 5-Speed Manual • 4WD • 2″ Lift • Vintage SSR Wheels • Off-Road Ready
Year: 1988
Model Code: LN61-xxx (SSR Limited)
Engine: 2.4 L Diesel Turbo
Transmission: 5-Speed Manual
Drive: Part-Time 4WD
Mileage: ~109,000 km
Steering: RHD (JDM)
Mod Features: 2″ Lift • FRP RAPTOR Top • Vintage SSR 15″ Alloys • New Off-Road Tires • Underbody Guards • US-Style Corners & Taillights(more)
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