11 Most Forgotten Pickup Trucks Now Extremely Rare!

We'll explore 11 incredible pickup trucks that time nearly forgot. From the elegant Diamond T Model 201, known as the "Cadillac of Trucks," to unique experiments like the Mazda Rotary Engine Pickup (REPU), these vehicles tell fascinating stories of innovation and determination.
The Diamond T Model 201 set new standards for luxury in trucks during the late 1930s and 1940s. With its Hercules engine and premium features like an electric clock and engineturned dashboard, it proved trucks could be both beautiful and functional. The Dodge A100 from the 1960s broke the mold with its forwardcontrol design, packing impressive utility into a compact package. Its unique midengine layout and versatile design made it perfect for everything from work duties to camping adventures.
The Austin A40 Pickup helped rebuild postwar Britain with its practical design and reliable performance. What made it special was its international impact – in Australia, local craftsmen would customize these trucks to suit their specific needs. The Volkswagen T1 Single Cab Pickup brought German engineering to the commercial vehicle world, featuring clever innovations like the "Treasure Chest" storage compartment beneath its flatbed.
Ever heard of the Plymouth Arrow Sport? This collaboration between Plymouth and Mitsubishi in the late 1970s offered American buyers Japanese efficiency with American branding. The Volkswagen Taro represents another interesting partnership – this time between Volkswagen and Toyota. Though it didn't last long, it helped pave the way for future Volkswagen trucks.
The Mazda REPU stands out as the world's first and only rotarypowered pickup truck. With its unique engine design and impressive performance, it proved that pickup trucks could be innovative and exciting. The 1968 Chevrolet CST pickup took trucks in a more luxurious direction, offering features like bucket seats and plush carpeting that were unusual for trucks of its era.
The GMC Caballero, produced from 1978 to 1987, was GMC's answer to the famous El Camino, offering a unique blend of car comfort and truck utility. The 1942 Chevrolet AK Series pickup played a crucial role during World War II, with production focused on supporting the war effort. Finally, the FSO 1500 Pickup from Poland shows how different cultures approached truck design, offering a glimpse into Eastern European automotive engineering of the late 1980s.



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