Highlights
- A top specification Land Cruiser with the sought after V8, 4.7L engine
- A very low original mileage averaging a mere 4,400 miles a year on average
- Compete with an LPG conversion making it a very cost effective V8 to run
The Appeal
The Toyota Land Cruiser has manged to build a formidable reputation since the original model’s arrival back in 1951. It’s legendary ruggedness and, resulting, longevity has seen it used extensively in some of the world’s least accessible and hostile places. As a result, over 10,000,000 units have been sold worldwide.
This J200 example boasts an amazing specification to ensure the new owner can get the maximum enjoyment from it. It can seat seven in leather-bound luxury and its powerful V8 engine is rated at 284 bhp, giving sufficient smooth power for every eventuality. This example sounds amazing too thanks to its GD sports exhausts.
The History and Paperwork
- A Japanese specification car but one which has spent its entire life in the UK
- The big SUV has been lightly used by just three owners
- The car had a speedometer change at ~27,000 miles
- The car has covered ~39,000 miles since then making for a modest total of just ~66,000
- The car comes with a current V5 and hard copy MoT
- The full MoT history of the car is also provided
The Interior
- The Land Cruiser boasts an impressive full leather interior
- Seat and other surfaces are dressed in soft, ruched beige leather
- There are three rows of seats with the rear pair being foldable for increased luggage capacity
- Front seats are electrically operated with memory and heating
- Carpets are protected with heavy-duty carpet mats but are in good, used condition
- This is a highly specified car with many useful enhancements fitted
- This includes multi-zone climate control, satellite navigation, electric sunroof and premium, Mark Levinson entertainment system
- The overall condition of the interior is very high with no significant areas of deterioration or imperfection noted
For an SUV with some real-world, off-road capabilities, this Land Cruiser serves up a truly sumptuous interior. The big, well-padded seats are comfortable and accommodating and even the foldable third row of seats are well-sized. Every need is catered for too in this upmarket vehicle, with the driver and up to six passengers, literally wanting for nothing.
The Exterior
- A big imposing SUV with enormous road presence
- The white paintwork is in excellent condition and deep and lustrous throughout
- The rugged bodywork is also very well presented with no dents, dings or significant marks noted
- The Land Cruiser sits up high, but access is aided by large, rubber faced running boards
- Twin roof bars are fitted to accommodate additional storage boxes if required
- The wings are subtly flared to accommodate the big, five spoke alloy wheels and chunky, off-road tyres
- The wheels wear lightly used, good quality Cooper Discoverer AT3 tyres
- The rear door is horizontally split to provide a hatch and a useful tailgate
- As you would expect from Toyota, the panel gaps are tight and symmetrical throughout
This is an imposing vehicle with heaps of character. It exhibits all the attributes you would expect from a legendary Land Cruiser. It has a very solid and robust feel to it and the fit and finish is impeccable. It’s a good-looking beast, too. The flared wings and big wheels and tyres emphasising its remarkable blend of go-anywhere ability and luxurious sophistication.
The Mechanics
- This Land Cruiser is powered by the powerful 4.7L V8 2UZ-FE engine
- Built with a cast iron block for increased durability the engine is rated at 284 bhp and 311 Ib-ft of torque
- Power is fed to all four wheels via a five-speed automatic transmission
- The transmission is switchable into various road and off-road modes
- A low-range transfer box is also fitted
- The Toyota KDSS (Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System) is also fitted for enhanced wheel articulation
- The owner advises that the Land Cruiser is fitted with an LPG conversion, but no installation certificate is on hand
- The owner understands all mechanical systems to be in good working order
A smooth and powerful 4.7L V8 mated to a five-speed automatic. A host of innovative mechanical and electronic aids to maximise off-road performance and capability. A high-specification sports exhaust system which emphasises the great V8 burble. This really is a vehicle that can do pretty much everything, and all with the reassurance of that legendary Toyota reliability.
Summary
This is a car for all seasons and all circumstances. It seats seven, has an impressive towing capacity and immense off-road credentials and capability. It has an interior that many limousines can’t rival, and the LPG conversion brings an added bonus to the mix.
It’s a Toyota, too, meaning it is beautifully built, looks great and should continue to bring joy for many, many years to come. With a mere 66,000 miles travelled it is just getting into its stride, afterall.
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