This Toyota turbo diesel is stored in our Aiken, SC climate-controlled warehouse and comes with South Carolina title. The inventory is 100% owned, maintained, and driven by us here at Car Cave. For more pictures, information, and to view our ever-increasing inventory of left hand drive Land Cruisers please visit www.carcaveusa.com. Video of our past and present Land Cruiser collection can be found online at https://youtu.be/7Xv9DH6lzf0.

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Highlights:

Factory Built 12H-T 4.0L Turbo Diesel

Performance Upgrades

Dobinson MRR 3-Way Adjustable Suspension Lift

Car Cave searches out Toyota Land Cruisers from all around the globe and a proper left hand drive HJ61 is extremely difficult to find. We purchased this vehicle from Palmas d’Averyron, France, a warmer southern region of France. Manufactured at the Land Cruiser production facility in Japan and sold new in France on June 6,1988.

The Turbo Diesel HJ61 has been properly upgraded with only the creme de la crème of parts. Car Cave performed a complete mechanical review and performance upgrades, increasing both the power and offroad prowess of this 60 Series. The performance upgrades included a Mamabtek ball bearing Turbo and several products from Whistle N Soot of Wilsonton, Australia. WNS supplied us with a full 3” Stainless Steel, exhaust, custom intercooler kit, and upgraded air box to allow the diesel to stay cool and breathe better. More air equals more power on a diesel! All of WNS product is extremely well done, mandrel bent, tig welded, and truly a work of art. This rig has plenty of power with the boost from the uprated Mambatek Turbo set at an extremely mild level. The setup has been tested to increase horsepower up to 36% horsepower and torque up to 40%. The suspension is a special setup consisting of Dobinsons lifted castor corrected leaf springs which were modified for a better, less harsh ride. The softer leaf springs were paired with Dobinsons MRR 3-Way Adjustable shocks to dial in the suspension for a variety of uses. We finished off the look with a set of 285/75R16 General Grabber AT tires mounted on 16” Fifteen52 Black HD Analog Wheels.

This European spec, left-hand drive, 5-speed manual can chirp the tires with ease (first gear is not necessary). Boasting the renown 12H-T turbo diesel engine, which was used in Toyota’s commercial applications due to its reliability and powerful torque, this HJ61 is powerful and the turbo is ready to spool. Tap the key and the engine comes immediately to life. The Land Cruiser runs, drives, shifts, and stops exactly how it should and now better than factory

From the outside you will notice an increased stance, modern classic wheels, and larger off-road tires which complement the entire build but not overdone. The exterior has been resprayed by the previous owner and finished in the Dark Gray Metallic (paint code 155). The interior features the original “Turbo” embroidered interior with suspension front seats with the complete interior finished in shades of gray. A true comfort-built machine as the 60 series was the luxury offering in the LC line up. With an adjustable steering wheel, power window, power locks, power steering, and power brakes you’ll be living a life of luxury. The interior has been well kept with no major imperfections in the upholstery.

Features and Upgrades:

Mamba GTX Ball Bearing Turbo

Whistle N Soot 3” Turbo Back Stainless Steel Exhaust

Whistle N Soot 12H-T Intercooler Kit

Whistle N Soot High Flow Air Box

Dobinsons HJ Lift Springs

Dobinsons MRR 3-Way Adjustable Reservoir Shocks

Dobinsons Steering Stabilizer

Greaseable Lift Shackles

Custom Sway Bar Kit

Limited Slip Rear End

Air Conditioning

PLX Multi-Gauge with EGT

5 Speed Manual Transmission

Hi/Low Transfer Case

Steel Tubular Front Bumper

40” Front Light Bar

Steel Tubular Rear Bumper

Fifteen52 16” Analog HD Asphalt Black Wheels

285/75R16 General Grabber AT Tires

Manual Front Hubs

20% Window Tint

Kenwood Excelon DMX958XR Head Unit

Backup Camera

Rockford Fosgate Speakers

Suspension Front Seats with Lumbar

Rear Heater

USB Charging Port

Dual Batteries

Power Windows

Power Locks

Power Steering

Power Disc Brakes

Rear Wiper

Rear Defrost

Tilt Steering Wheel

Center Console

Intermittent Wipers

Digital Clock

Manual on Dash Throttle Control

Car Cave has made sure this vehicle meets our standards. This 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser HJ61 has undergone a mechanical review. Work performed includes comprehensive intake, PDI, and road-test inspections; fluid and charging-system checks; installation of new batteries; replacement and tuning of the turbocharger with proper priming, boost adjustment, and injection-pump timing; replacement of intake and throttle-body seals; full engine tune; oil and fuel filter service; cooling-system overhaul with new aluminum radiator, coolant flush, and system bleeding; clutch fluid flush; brake service including brake line tightening, bleeding, and brake booster replacement; front hub leak repair with bearing service; U-joint replacement; and correction of drivability issues related to vacuum routing and engine shut-off operation. Electrical and interior work includes headlight and horn wiring repair, power window switch replacement, rear window motor and track lubrication, removal of unnecessary wiring, gauge wiring and installation, and shifter repairs including new bushings and clutch adjustment.

What’s on your Toyota wish list? Car Cave can customize Land Cruisers to make dreams come true. We offer AC, suspension customization, and more. We also believe that a driven car is a healthy car, and ours get driven regularly (so there might be a few extra miles on the clock). Give us a call to learn more about this vehicle at (803) 262 4742, or stop by our showroom in Aiken, SC to see this vehicle in person!

Factory Data Tag Information:

Model HJ61LG-MEXW

Color: 155 – Dark Gray Metallic

Trim: FY11 – Fabric Medium Gray

Axle: K055 – 9.5″ 3.700:1 4 Pinion with limited slip

Transmission: H55F – 5 speed manual

DESTINATION: EUROPE

DRIVER’S POSITION: LEFT-HAND DRIVE

ROOF: STANDARD ROOF

ENGINE: 12HT – 4000CC DIESEL TURBO

TRANSMISSION: MANUAL