1997 Toyota Land Cruiser

ctory flair, with an OEM front brushguard, dual driving lamps, and OEM rainguards, and save for a few nicks, scratches, and loss of gloss in the paint, the cosmetics far surpass most 29 year old vehicles. Best of all, the 118k miles on the clock are verified and documented, and this trusty Toyota is barely broken in. Fresh off a recent service, road-tested, and turn key ready to drive, this is one reliable, efficient, and handsome Japanese Classic! The 1KZ-TE under the hood is a beast of an engine. Factory intercooled, it benefits from a slight bump in power, and this diesel champions fuel efficiency so you won’t be stuck at the pump. Fresh off a recent service, it cranks over swiftly, thanks to two new 12v batteries we installed here at the shop. As is standard procedure on all our diesel vehicles, a new fuel filter was installed, and the engine air cleaner was replaced for good measure. New accessory belts help keep the electrical system charged and to keep the 3.0 running tip top, and we installed a new valve cover gasket to keep things topped up on lubricant. The turbocharger delivers a sufficient kick down low to help maximize the diesel’s prolific torque, and a smooth shifting automatic gearbox helps put power down to all four wheels. The suspension was completely refreshed while it was up on the lift. New shocks all the way around improve the ride quality tenfold, and we also installed new rear upper and lower control arms. The steering is light and direct, and the brakes benefit from new pads and rotors up front. Freshly refinished and shod in new Falken Wildpeaks, the 16″ alloys look great on this rig, and after a fresh alignment, you’ll be covered with grip for tens of thousands of miles to come. At 29 years old, no vehicle is perfect, and we did want to note some wear, consummate with regular use, to the rear panhard bushings and front lower ball joints.