Highlights

Extensive mechanical and cosmetic refresh in 2023, including some very desirable upgrades like power steering and modern air-conditioning
12H-t 4.0-litre turbocharged diesel engine - from HJ61/ 60 Series VX
Five-speed gearbox - from HJ61/ FJ75
South African right-hand drive example
Long-term present ownership since 2016, imported to the UK by the vendor in 2024
Advisory-free MOT

The Appeal

As the final version of the long-lived and universally revered 40 Series Land Cruiser, the HJ47 holds a special place in Toyota history.

This right-hand drive 1984 HJ47 pickup was recently imported from South Africa, where the arid climate has been very kind to it. As the photographs attest, it's in lovely condition, retaining much of its originality while incorporating some desirable upgrades such as power steering and modern heating/air conditioning. The mechanicals have also been suitably upgraded, so the pickup now boasts a 12H-t 4.0-litre turbocharged diesel engine from an HJ61/ 60 Series VX and a five-speed manual gearbox from an HJ61/ FJ75.

This is a seriously capable old commercial and a model that's seldom found in the UK, let alone in such marvellous condition. Complete with an advisory-free MOT (and soon to be exempt), it's ready to go.

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History and Paperwork

Built in July 1984
Imported by the vendor from South Africa in 2024
In current ownership since 2016, previously by a known farming family in SA
UK registered with V5C present
MOT until 7th December 2024
488,500 kilometres

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The Condition

Cosmetic refresh in 2023
Body and chassis are look very solid and are reportedly corrosion-free
Exceedingly straight panels with smart paint
Equipped with tow bar and agricultural-type hitch pin
Huge load bay complete with padded liner in very good condition
The cabin is clean and well-presented, with minimal wear for a vehicle of this age
Equipped with Land Cruiser 60 series VX front seats
Modern effective cab heating and air-conditioning unit installed

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The Mechanics

4.0-litre turbocharged diesel (12H-t)
Five-speed gearbox from HJ61/FJ75
Modern gearbox and transfer case similar to used in current 70 series
Power steering from FJ60 installed
Front disc brakes and handbrake on rear axle like modern Land Cruisers
Aisin free wheel hubs and large 90-litre diesel tank
No MOT advisories recorded
High/low range and four-wheel drive systems said to be in good working order

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