1996 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, RZJ90

the cabin a bit a Nardi woodgrain steering wheel feels great in the palm. The vinyl dash cover has resisted any UV fading, cracks, or distortion typically seen on this model, which should stand as a testament to the vehicle’s prior life. For ease of use, the center stack offers up accessible controls for the HVAC and upgraded Pioneer audio. Cold A/C can be flipped on and off at the twist of a dial, and as we trudge through the winter months, hot heat is available on demand. If you prefer natural ventilation, the power windows work like a charm and the rear quarter glass can butterfly out to really get the fresh air flowing. Further assisting daily use, the power locks, and electric mirror adjustment work well too. The headliner is taut against the roof, and the carpets have been protected by aftermarket floor mats. Spacious, clean, and capable, there are hardly any complaints to be had with this Prado’s cabin! For a classic cruiser, the 1KZ-TE under the hood feels a bit more modern, which is useful for potential owners looking to commute on our US interstate highways. Frugal on fuel, reliable, and fun to drive overall, the 3.0 has some serious pep in its step and we’ve refreshed the drivetrain with plenty of good service to get you on track for the road ahead. It cranks over swiftly, care of a new 12v battery, and a new engine air filter and fuel filter were installed to keep the turbodiesel running tip top. An oil and filter service was also performed, and this 1KZ doesn’t sweat a drop of 15w40. The powerband is linear, and serves up a hefty grunt down low to propel you off the line, with an automatic gearbox commanding smooth gear changes. It’s linked to a selective 4WD system, where the front hubs have been upgraded to manual lockers for a hassle-free ownership experience. The lifted suspension is compliant and comfortable, thanks to new Ironman 4×4 rear shocks, and we’ve replaced the front and rear swaybar bushings and rear trailing arm bushings so this Prado would pass its safety inspection with flying colors. It’s easy to maneuver about too, thanks to direct power steering, and new brake pads on the rear reduce stopping distances. To seal the deal, we wrapped the Mickeys in fresh Falken all-terrain rubber, and gave this truck a fresh alignment to make the most of the maintenance performed. Trucks like this 70 series don’t get much cooler, and it’s easy to see why this is one of our most cherished models here at the dealership.