Single-Owner 43k-Mile 1985 Toyota SR5 4x4 for Charity







Ended May 06, 2025 at 7:24 PM UTC
Addenda and errata
Please note 15 undercarriage photos have been added.
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Description
OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE
1985 Toyota SR5 – The Last of the Solid Axle Legends. The 1985 Toyota SR5 pickup represents a golden era of rugged reliability and off-road prowess. Beloved by enthusiasts and adventurers alike, this was the final year Toyota offered the solid front axle — a defining feature that cemented its status as an icon among 4x4 purists.
Under the hood, you’ll find Toyota’s bulletproof 22R-E 2.4L fuel-injected inline-four, paired with a five-speed manual transmission and a dual-range transfer case. This powertrain combo, renowned for its longevity and simplicity, is as trail-ready as it is daily-drivable.
With its angular lines, bold graphics, and famously tough stance, the ’85 SR5 was a cultural touchstone — even earning screen time as Marty McFly’s dream truck in Back to the Future. Inside, the SR5 trim brought creature comforts like a tilt steering wheel, sport gauges, and optional bucket seats, elevating the truck from bare-bones to just-right. Whether you’re reliving the glory days of analog off-roading or adding a piece of Toyota history to your collection, this SR5 stands as a rare and respected survivor from the golden age of compact 4x4s.
Highlights
Sale proceeds to benefit Trout Unlimited, a 501(c)3
Single-owner, showing just 42,694 miles at the time of cataloging
2.4-liter four-cylinder rated at 112 hp and 128 lb-ft of torque
Five-speed manual transmission
On-demand four-wheel drive
2-speed transfer case
Manual locking hubs
Straight axles front and rear
Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report
Features
Finished in Creme with brown and tan interior
15-inch wheels
Mud flaps
Wind-up windows
Brahma truck cap
Known Imperfections
Some corrosion is noted throughout the truck
Other visual imperfections are noted on the exterior and can be viewed in the detailed walk around video
Included
Owner’s manual
Ownership History
Please note that proceeds from the sale of this low mile Toyota SR5 will go to support Trout Unlimited, a registered 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to conserving coldwater habitats like the ones Mr. Malencik spent his life fishing and protecting. As the leading coldwater conservation organization in the nation, Trout Unlimited solves challenges threatening our rivers and streams to create lasting change in our waters. With a science-driven approach, a track record of success, and unmatched partnerships, TU has the credibility to shape national policy, implement complex restoration projects, and engage thousands of supporters nationwide. TU’s initiatives drive landscape-scale conservation and enhance climate resiliency in communities across the country.
Additional Notes
A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty.
Contact: Blake Wingrove Phone: 616.822.8589 email: bwingrove@hagerty.com
Additional documents
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