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Toyota Publica

1961 – 1978 — Japan

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The Toyota Publica, a small car produced by Toyota from 1961 to 1978, was designed to meet the specifications of the Japanese Government's "national car concept." As the smallest Toyota car of its time, it fulfilled the role until it was succeeded by the Toyota Starlet, which initially evolved from the Publica. Available strictly as a 2-door model, the Publica offered various body styles, including a sedan, station wagon, convertible, coupé, and even a coupe utility (pickup) that outlasted other models by a decade. The Publica's enduring impact also led to the development of models like the Toyota Sports 800 and the Toyota MiniAce. The origins of the Publica can be traced back to