The 1960 Toyota Land Cruiser J40 has a body-on-frame with a short wheelbase. When it first hit markets, it was unmatched. It routinely beat the competition when it came to off-road capabilities. This car could be bought in either diesel or petrol, and it had eight different powertrain options. Additionally, this vehicle achieved a highway speed of approximately 62 mph with 3,000 rpm. 

2. 1967 Toyota 2000GT

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Before Toyota became a well-known and respected brand, it was a small Japanese vehicle manufacturer aspiring to reach the global automotive market. That’s why the 1967 Toyota 2000GT is undoubtedly one of the most important vehicles the brand ever built, as this sporty coupe put the brand on the global map. 

Soon after it was released, it became a sensation amongst car enthusiasts because of its stylish appearance and impressive performance. This model had six cylinders, allowing it to reach impressive speeds of up to 150 mph. Additionally, it also possessed superb handling that allowed it to compete with race car vehicles. 

Interestingly, this car became so popular that it featured in the 1967 James Bond film You Only Live Twice. Yet not everyone could afford the 1967 Toyota 2000GT as it had a hefty price tag of roughly $6,800 at the time. This price made it more expensive than the comparable Jaguar and Porsche models. 

Perhaps because of its price, Toyota only manufactured 360 GT models between 1967 and 1969. Due to this low manufacturing figure, the models are incredibly rare and sought after by collectors. 

3. 2003 Nissan GT-R R34 Z Tune

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Many people fervently believe that the Japanese 2003 Nissan GT-R R34 Z Tune was one of the best sports cars ever created. Not only was this sports car one of the best in terms of performance capabilities, but it was also one of Japan’s most renowned cars because it was the last skyline to be designed and developed.