1985 Nissan 720 Pickup king cab from North America - Comments

The transmission was rebuilt at 110,000 miles.

I replaced a clutch slave cylinder at 155,000 miles.

I put a new water pump on at 200,000 miles.

I changed the transmission again at 225,000 miles (I attribute that to hauling a bobcat skid steer around)

This truck refuses TO DIE! It is super dependable. Even though I have replaced items on it, it has always taken me home to get the repairs done.

I have been across the states from MD to CA 7 times in it.

I've lived in extreme cold, hot, dry and humid climates, but it has not mattered in regards to reliability. It will start when its too cold for new fuel injected cars to do so.

The king cab is great for extra stuff, but not for long distance passenger transportation.

This was my first vehicle that I purchased in high school. The day before yesterday I was called for my 10 year high school reunion and I still have the same truck as my primary transportation.

I have a 1985 720 with a carb problem. But it always gets me home to fix it. I have also had mine since highs chool.

Just purchased an '85 720 king cab, auto., P/S, P/B; 162K miles. Last owner not truthful, so glad to hear it is faithful vehicle. I would appreciate getting MPG from those who have owned one for a long time and any other comments on how best to drive / what to expect.

I got one a few months ago. I had a mechanic look at it and he told me that the choke was stuck open by the last owner and the carburetor needs to be replaced. Every one I have talked to has said that buying a rebuilt one is a nightmare. I think I'm going to break down spend the money and buy a new holly. Hopefully I can find a adaptor kit and the right kind of carb. If any one can give me some advice it would be much appreciated.

I have owned this 1985 Nissan 2 x 4 pickup since purchased new. It has a wonderful character and it is the only vehicle that I have owned that I will never part with. It has crossed the the United states over five times on interstates for long drive periods at 80 + mph and never a fault on the vehicles performance. Stay up on the maintenance and the vehicle will treat you right. I have over 140,000 miles on it, but this truck never sees the snow of the Midwest, but is garaged next to the 1991 Nissan 4 x 4 that comes out in the winter. The motor has a little noise above legal limits, but run it at road speed and its nearly silent. I am having some trouble with the idle, its dies from time to time, have replaced the vacuum lines, plugs, wires and to no avail, but have read a entry in this that says something about the computer under the drivers seat and will soon check that out and see if its the culprit.