Toyota Cresta X70 Advertising Catalog + Accessory List

In 1984, the second-generation Toyota Cresta rolled off the assembly line, embodying both lounge-like qualities that allowed owners to relieve fatigue on their way home after a long day with velvety comfort and smooth ride of adjustable suspension, as well as sporty tendencies easily unleashed by pressing several buttons and flooring it if you are in an active driving mood, heading out for sunny weekends on the highway.

There were plenty of versions combining various parameters according to budget and buyer taste, while the options for additional equipment were even more numerous. Let's start with the top-tier model.

The most powerful version was considered to be“GT TwinTurbo”with a 2.0-liter engine equipped with two turbochargers (hence “Twin”, “Turbo”) and, at that time, air cooling—the much loved or hated 1G-GTEU engine.1 of 2The interior and equipment matched the image—relatively rigid but comfortable seats compared to other trims, a driver seat with wide adjustability range, almost sporty steering wheel design, turbo indicator on the dashboard (digital or analog display at customer's choice), and door panels with an interesting texture reminiscent of a potato sack.

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Next was the version with the long name

“SuperLucent TwinCam 24”

, but it could not be said that it was “poorer” in any way compared to the turbo model as it only fell short in terms of engine and some suspension parameters which were naturally reinforced due to greater power. The engine—truly legendary, 'bosozoku' sounding, unparalleled two-liter twin-cam, atmospheric 1G-GEU. I believe there's no need to go into detail about this engine since everything has already been described countless times.1 of 2The interior of the “SuperLucent TwinCam 24” is considered the most luxurious and ‘rich’ (at least now) among all variants in the 71 body style.

“Twin Cam” seats have the most comfortable shape and are covered with thick, soft velvet. In less 'high-end' versions, the seats wear out more quickly and the velvet isn't as fluffy despite initial appearances suggesting minimal difference. It's important to note that you won’t be thrown from these seats during active driving—adjustable lateral support transforms the driver’s seat into a snug embrace from all sides.

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The 71 body style boasts quite an extravagant range of features, still relevant even after three decades. Most were available only in high-end versions but some could be installed as options.

Thus, the most fully equipped version with everything conceivable would include:

Electronic dashboard display

Air cleaner in trunk lid space

Door lock actuator light

• Cruise control
• TEMS—electronic suspension with adjustable stiffness of shock absorbers
• PPS—a steering column with a valve adjusting turning effort (Sport/Comfort modes), also some columns had a damper softening impacts and vibrations on uneven surfaces
• ABS, 4-ESC—Anti-lock braking system along with an electronic stability control active safety feature preventing skids via torque management of wheels
• Mode-changing automatic transmission (only for TwinTurbo and TwinCam 24)Automatic headlight function with light sensor
• Heated side mirrorsOn-board computer—display functions (in Russian)
• Coin holder instead ashtrayАБС и связанный с ней же электронный контроль устойчивости, активная система безопасности, позволяющая предотвратить занос посредством управления моментом силы колес
• Режимная АКПП (только на TwinTurbo и TwinCam 24)
• Функция «автосвет» с датчиком освещенности
• Боковые зеркала с обогревом
• Бортовой компьютер — демонстрация функций (на русском)
• Монетница вместо пепельницы (soft interior)
• Adjustable rear headrests
• Window control module with backlighting
• Quick Hand Warmer — steering wheel cover with quick hand warming function
• Electric folding side mirrors
• Driver's electric seat (only restyled versions were equipped from then on) with lumbar support adjustment and side support

The next item on the list is the most common version called «SuperLucent».
The power unit had a single-camshaft cylinder head and was one of the most reliable engines in the entire 1G series — 1G-EU. Automatic variants no longer featured modes for sport driving or slippery surface launch control, nor did they have rear ventilated brake discs which were missing from the higher trim level. The interior differed from the 'twin-cam' version with leather inserts on the side of the seats, which had one major flaw — a tendency to crack and tear severely, while the steering wheel was made of soft plastic that would peel off over time and squeak unpleasantly when gripped.

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The cheapest trims came with the contradictory name «SuperDeluxe» and «SuperCustom». In addition to lower-quality trim, these versions had either a diesel engine (2.0L or even turbocharged 2.4L) or a carbureted 1S (1.8L) engine.

The interior with cloth seats was no longer filled with luxurious notes, the climate control system with vacuum controls and buttons was replaced by a simple cable-driven heater (which turned out to be reliable), 2DIN head units disappeared in favor of flat cassette players with compartments for small items, the steering wheel lost its charming wooden-plastic insert with 'Cresta' badge, and not all trims could boast electric windows, let alone electronic instrument panels or other conveniences.

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So, these were all the available trim levels for pre- and post-restyling Toyota Cresta X70.

Now we move on to the dessert. Below I will present a list of accessories, upgrades, and goodies available at that time for the 'Cresta', many of which you may not have suspected.

• Additional air conditioner (?)
• Air cleaner
• TV + TV tuner with cassette player

• TV tuner + equalizer

• Personal transmitter (radio)

• Automobile ashtray
• Child seat
• Stroller for a child seat
• Back massage (?)
• Armrest-cooler
• Darkened strip on rear window

• Rugs of various types and materials
• Carpet in the trunk
• Shoe holder

• Wind deflectors
• Side table
• Anti-slip chain for wheels
• Portable shower container

• Steering wheel cover
• Key holder
• Key with rubber handle
• Coin tray instead of ashtray
• Light sensor (?)
• Drying rack
• Razor (?)
• Massager
• Reading lamp

• Additional mirror (training cars)
• Warning sign indicating that it is a training car
• Extra speedometer for instructor
• Vacuum cleaner
• Polishing tools
• Various storage boxes, cassette holders and lids

• Digital license plate frame
• Bumper antenna
• Side mirror heating
• Anti-static strip near the door lock mechanism
• Mud guards
• Door edge protection
• Tailpipe decoration

• Body cover tent
• Sunshade for windows
• Rack on roof for skis

Everything that could not be guessed was translated using a translator, so there may be some inaccuracies. If you have any corrections or additional information about the accessories - please let us know to add or modify.

Thank you for your attention!

Catalog images and part of the information taken from resourceshttps://www.japanclassic.ruand community «Toyota Mark II, Chaser, Cresta, Cressida (60, 70, 80)» onhttps://www.drive2.ru.