{"product_id":"1988-takara-tomy-tomica-no-61-toyota-hilux-bigfoot-red-1-62-made-in-japan","title":"1988 Takara Tomy Tomica No.61 Toyota Hilux Bigfoot Red 1\/62 Made in Japan","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1988 Takara Tomy Tomica No.61 Toyota Hilux Bigfoot Red 1\/62 Made in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🛞 A Legendary Hilux Turned Into a Bigfoot Off-Roader\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring home a distinctive piece of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1980s Japanese die-cast history\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTakara Tomy Tomica No.61 Toyota Hilux Bigfoot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReleased in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJanuary 1988\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this striking vintage Tomica takes the rugged Toyota Hilux 4WD and transforms it into an exaggerated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBigfoot-style off-road machine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, complete with an elevated stance, oversized tyres and bold red bodywork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduced in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\/62 scale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the model combines the instantly recognisable character of the Toyota Hilux with one of Tomica's most distinctive off-road concepts. The Japanese-made version is especially appealing to collectors of classic Tomica and vintage Japanese die-cast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🚙 From Toyota Hilux to Bigfoot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe No.61 Toyota Hilux Bigfoot was developed from the existing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToyota Hilux 4WD casting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and adapted for Tomica's Big Tire concept.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is dramatically different from a conventional Hilux. The model's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elarge tyres and raised appearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e give it the unmistakable look of a miniature monster-style off-roader, while the original Hilux body retains its recognisable pickup-truck proportions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Bigfoot concept originated with Tomy's separate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBig Tire toyline\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, introduced in Japan in 1983. The Toyota Hilux 4WD was one of the vehicles featured in that line before a modified version was incorporated into the main Tomica range as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo.61 Toyota Hilux Bigfoot in 1988\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔴 Bold Red Classic Tomica Styling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ered body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e gives this Hilux Bigfoot an unmistakably nostalgic appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombined with its oversized black tyres and raised stance, the colour scheme accentuates the model's rugged off-road character and makes it particularly eye-catching on display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Japanese-made version is documented with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"SPORTS\" lettering and the number \"7\" on the body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, while the rear tailgate carries a prominent \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTOYOTA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e marking. The base is marked \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTOYOTA HILUX 4WD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMADE IN JAPAN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on the early Japanese production version.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🛞 Bigfoot Wheels, Big Character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe defining feature of this model is its oversized wheel setup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe exaggerated tyres dramatically change the Hilux's proportions, giving this otherwise familiar pickup a lifted, adventurous appearance. It is a design that perfectly captures the playful spirit of classic Tomica's Big Tire vehicles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor collectors, this makes the No.61 particularly interesting because it is not simply a standard Hilux miniature — it represents a specific chapter in Tomica's history where \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ereal-world Japanese vehicles were reimagined as larger-than-life off-road machines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⚙️ Classic Tomica Functionality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe No.61 Hilux Bigfoot retains the practical features that make vintage Tomica models so enjoyable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🛞 Working Suspension\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe model features \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eworking suspension\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, giving the miniature a degree of movement and reinforcing its off-road character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🚪 Opening Doors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth doors can be opened, allowing the interior to be viewed and adding an interactive element to the model.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🏁 Super Speed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Japanese-made version is also documented with Tomica's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuper Speed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e feature, another characteristic of this era of Tomica vehicles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🇯🇵 Made in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor collectors specialising in vintage Japanese Tomica, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e specification is an important part of this model's history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe No.61 Toyota Hilux Bigfoot was produced in Japan during its earlier production period, with later China-made examples also existing. The Japanese-made model is identified as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo.61-4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, while the model remained in the Tomica range from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJanuary 1988 until March 2007\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular Japanese production heritage makes the model especially appealing to collectors building collections around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eearly Tomica, Japanese-made die-cast and vintage Toyota models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📜 A Long-Running Tomica Favourite\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe No.61 Hilux Bigfoot enjoyed an exceptionally long life in the Tomica range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt replaced the previous \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo.61 Toyota Hilux 4WD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in January 1988 and remained under the No.61 designation until \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarch 2007\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, when it was eventually succeeded by the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuzuki Swift Sport\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe casting was also reused for several special releases, including the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToyota Hilux Bigfoot RV Set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDisney Tomica Edition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and later Dinosaur Expo versions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat extensive history makes the No.61 Bigfoot an interesting model for collectors who enjoy tracing different Tomica variants and derivatives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⭐ Why Collectors Will Love It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1988 Tomica No.61 Toyota Hilux Bigfoot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e brings together some of the most appealing characteristics of classic Japanese die-cast:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e🇯🇵 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e📅 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1988 original release\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e🔢 Official \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTomica No.61\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e🚙 Based on the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToyota Hilux 4WD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e🛞 Distinctive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBigfoot \/ Big Tire design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e🔴 Classic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ered body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e📏 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\/62 scale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🚪 Opening doors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🛞 Working suspension\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🏁 Super Speed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔧 Detailed vintage die-cast construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e📜 Long production history from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1988–2007\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🏆 A Standout Addition to a Vintage Die-Cast Collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToyota Hilux enthusiast, Tomica collector, Japanese die-cast fan or vintage 4×4 enthusiast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this Bigfoot has plenty of character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts combination of a recognisable Toyota pickup, oversized off-road tyres, bright red finish and authentic Japanese production history makes it particularly distinctive among classic Tomica models.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt also represents an interesting moment in Tomica's evolution — taking the Hilux from a conventional 4WD model and turning it into a bold \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBig Tire-inspired off-road machine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🎁 Perfect for Collectors of\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTomica • Toyota Hilux • Toyota • Japanese Die-Cast • Vintage 4×4s • Bigfoot Models • Made in Japan Toys • Classic Tomica • JDM Collectibles • Vintage Pickup Trucks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts compact scale makes it easy to display alongside other Tomica vehicles, while its oversized wheels ensure that it stands out immediately in any collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📦 Product Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Takara Tomy \/ Tomica\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeries:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Classic Tomica\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTomica Number:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No.61\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Toyota Hilux Bigfoot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBase Vehicle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Toyota Hilux 4WD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVariant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No.61-4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Red\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1\/62\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Release:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e January 1988\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction Period:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e January 1988 – March 2007\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Japan \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(Japanese-made variant)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Opening doors, working suspension and Super Speed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Die-cast miniature pickup truck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🛞 Classic Hilux. Bigfoot Stance. Authentic Tomica Heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1988 Takara Tomy Tomica No.61 Toyota Hilux Bigfoot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e takes one of Toyota's most recognisable pickups and gives it a wonderfully exaggerated Tomica makeover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoversized tyres, raised off-road stance, red body, 1\/62 scale and Made in Japan heritage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this is a miniature with genuine vintage character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA classic Hilux — reimagined the Bigfoot way.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 🇯🇵🔴🛞\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takara Tomy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58891431903557,"sku":"TOMICA-61-TOYOTA-HILUX-BIGFOOT-RED-1988-MIJ","price":80.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1071\/8062\/2149\/files\/A1FB56B5-4515-412C-9661-8652BBDB045F.jpg?v=1787147194","url":"https:\/\/toyvora.co.uk\/products\/1988-takara-tomy-tomica-no-61-toyota-hilux-bigfoot-red-1-62-made-in-japan","provider":"Toyvora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}