1994 Toyota Land Cruiser

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Highlights

Fully Cabrio with Rear Half Doors

Factory Air Conditioning

1KZ-T Turbo Diesel

This 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser KZJ73 is a left-hand-drive European-spec model that was sold new in Southern France on February 16, 1995. Originally manufactured in June of 1994 at the Japanese Land Cruiser production facility before being shipped to France be offered for sale. Car Cave purchased this LC from Monsieur Laurent, located in Saint-Marcel-lès-Valence, France. Saint-Marcel-lès-Valence is located about an hour south of Lyon in the Drome department part of AURA (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region). We like this southern French region due its climate with mild (rarely snows) winters and on the same latitude as Italy.

The KZJ73 shown here is an excellent example of our favorite 70 Series, shown in Black which was a full tear-down respray by the previous owner. The FRP roof and fender flares were both refinished in the same color with the “Land Cruiser” logo on the roof painted in a contrasting red. The KZJ73 was only built for the European market for 3 years, making it treasured and hard to find especially in this full cabrio configuration. What does that mean? The rear cargo doors have removable top glass which converts to half doors when the top is removed. Most of the 73 models feature a one-piece door leaving the rear door glass intact when removing the roof. The rear “half doors” are one of the most sought after OEM parts for a 73 mdoel.

We enjoy driving this model due to the smooth riding Terrain Tamer coil springs (in comparison to the leaf springs on the BJ, FJ, FZJ, and HZJ) and engine with lots of pep. Europe was the only market lucky enough to receive the left-hand-drive, coil-sprung KZJ73 equipped with the 1KZ-T engine. The 1KZ-T (as opposed to the 1KZ-TE found in Australia, Japan, and several other markets) features the sought-after mechanical injection pump and was built without an EGR valve—a major advantage when driving at interstate speed, tuning, and for keeping exhaust gas temperatures down.

Upgrades and Features

Removable FRP Hard Top

Factory Roll Bar

3.0L 1KZ Turbo Diesel

5-Speed Manual

265/75R15 Goodyear Wrangler All Terrain Tires

15” Factory Alloy Wheels

Terrain Tamer Lift Kit

Terrain Tamer Steering Stabalizer

Limited Slip Rear Differential

Aisin Manual Front Hubs

Tilt Steering Wheel

Rear Defrost

Rear Wiper

Push Button 4WD

Floor-Shift Hi/Low Transfer Case

Altimeter

Tilt Meter

Power Windows

Power Locks

Rear Barn Doors

Trailer Hitch

Tow Hook

Idle Speed Adjustment

A 3.0L turbo diesel powers this Land Cruiser, mated to a five-speed manual transmission and a two-speed transfer case. The smooth-running, ultra-reliable Toyota 1KZ-T is a 2,982cc single overhead cam, indirect injection turbo diesel. The timing belt has been replaced recently. The factory front hubs were factory push button activated and now converted to a more reliable Aisin manual hub. The transfer case is high range push-button 4WD and a floor-shifted transfer case for low-range situations.

Aftermarket upgrades on this Land Cruiser are limited to a Terrain Tamer lift kit, touchscreen radio, rear tow hook, and updated from hubs. The tires are taller and wider than factory but still have excellent on and offroad manners. The KZJ73 drives exceptionally well in both stock or lifted form both on and off-road. The FRP hard top can be unbolted and removed with underneath is a factory-integrated roll cage, allowing rear passengers to enjoy the safety of three-point seatbelts. The grey carpets and Grey Moon Mist cloth interior are in great condition for a 30 year old KZJ.

Factory options include power locks, power steering, a center console, power windows, tilt steering wheel, rear barn doors, rear wiper, digital clock, and rear defrost. The original factory Toyota altimeter and inclinometer are still present. The vehicle is currently fitted with 265/75R15 Goodyear Wranlgler AT tires mounted on the factory 15″ alloys which is a great look.

The removable top and integrated roll cage make this a versatile platform, and several aftermarket suppliers offer soft top kits to further customize this vehicle. The windshield can be adapted to fold down onto the hood—perfect for a throwback overlanding experience with the wind in your face. Car Cave is extremely familiar with 70 Series Land Cruisers and can modify them to suit any vision.

Body Data Plate Information

Model: KZJ73LV MEXW

C/TR/A/TM: 3H4 FK10 G975 R150F

Year: 1993–1996

Sales Region: Europe

Frame: KZJ73

Grade: LX

Body: HT

Model: Land Cruiser 70

Engine: 1KZ-T

Driver’s Position: LHD

Fuel Induction: Diesel

Color Code: 3H4 Medium Red Dark Emerald Pearl

Trim Code: FA10 Fabric Grey Moon Mist

Axle Code: G975 – 8″ Limited Slip, 4.222:1 Ratio

Transmission Code: R150F – Manual 5-Speed

At Car Cave, we believe that a driven vehicle is a healthy vehicle and ours get driven regularly. So a few more miles may be on the odometer than advertised. This vehicle is on display in our showroom in Aiken, South Carolina. For further information, please call us at (803) 262-4742.