I've owned my 1985 toyota tercel 4wd wagon for about 6 months now. I bought it for 150 dollars because of an engine knock. Wrist pin was going out, so I blew the motor and threw a junk yard motor in there, cost? 300 dollars. Various repairs later, i've spent maybe 600 on it, and she runs beautifully. It goes places my other cars can't go (1977 toyota celica fastback, and a 1997 honda accord). It's an alright mudder, it does get stuck. But for camping? Nothing beats it. I've slept in the back a couple of times. Just bring some soft blankets and it's actually comfy.

I have the 5 speed manual with the EL gear. And really, I wish the tranny would hold up better in these cars. i hear a loud clunk one day, and 3rd is broken up and 4th gear is GONE. I still drive it, with only EL, 1st, 2nd, and 5th. I still get 25mpg, and I still love my Tercel wagon.
Amount Paid (US$): 150
Condition: Used
Model Year: 1985
Model and Options: SR5, 6 speed manual, 4wd