Is this thing a joke, photoshop or real ?

Toyota even had a "1Ton" rated pickup back then.

I hope it was purchased for the Rv Hall of Fame.

Not sure how that thing would tow up *any* hill... But it's real.

Back in the day the Tacoma was basically the same platform as the international Hi-Lux. You could get dually wheels for it imported, as they are available for it outside the US. Then it's just a simple matter of making the fenders.

Also, I think at one point they made a version that had an 8 foot bed, regular cab. I remember the advertising for it.

A whooping 100 hp........what else could you want?

Wooo! Totally legit... Mine was black and bodascious.

Real- I had one back then, also a sunrader camper (1972) great little units.

Back in 80's saw these customized Toyota trucks all the time in Southern California. Based on the design of the rear fenders and graphics, I would say this was made by the same company that customized the fullsized vans to tow 5th wheel and gooseneck trailers.

http://www.curbsideclassic.com/curbside-classics-american/curbside-classic-1990-ford-e-350-by-cabriolet-purpose-built-fifth-wheel-hauler/

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It looks real to me.