1993 Toyota Land Cruiser KZJ78 Prado

 

BODY - KZJ78

FUEL TYPE - Diesel

ENGINE - 1KZ-TE Engine

YEAR - 1993

STEERING - Right Hand Drive (RHD)

TRANSMISSION - 4 Speed Automatic

This 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser KZJ78 Prado SX Wide 3.0 Turbo is a right-hand-drive example that was built in August 1993 and imported to the United States from Japan in July 2021. Finished in FJ blue with a white top over a blue fleck cloth, the truck is powered by a 3.0-liter turbodiesel inline-four paired with a four-speed automatic transmission and a two-speed transfer case. Features include aftermarket 16” alloy wheels, aftermarket shocks and springs, air conditioning, and a touchscreen infotainment system with. Recent work carried out by seller consists of an oil change along with a fuel filter, and air filter. This 70-Series Prado shows 222k kilometers (~133k miles) and is now offered with Oregon title and registration.


70 Series Land Cruisers were not imported into the US but saw use in Japan, Africa, Australia and Central/South America. Driving a RHD is easily undertaken on US roadways and requires very little time to adjust. Parts are readily available and many Toyota shops eagerly work on these vehicles.
Originally finished in a two-tone scheme of Dark Blue Mica Metallic and Flaxen Mica Metallic, the body was repainted its current shade of FJ blue during restoration in Japan. An eclectic mirror is standard to the passenger-side fender, and additional features include headlamp washers, adjustable side mirrors, aftermarket window tint, chrome bumpers, running boards, and a hitch receiver.


Aftermarket 16″ alloy wheels display retro FJ caps mounted with 31” tires and a spare is affixed to the rear ambulance-style doors. The truck features manually-locking front hubs and has been fitted with a lift kit with aftermarket shocks and springs.


The seats are upholstered in blue fleck and matching upholstery extends to the carpeting and door panels. Amenities include air conditioning, power accessories, floor mats, and an aftermarket touchscreen infotainment system.


The aftermarket wood steering wheel sits ahead of a 170-km/h speedometer and a tachometer with a 4,400-rpm redline. The odometer shows just over 220k kilometers (~133k miles).
The cargo area features third row seating, tie downs and rear windows that kick out for additional ventilation.


The 3.0-liter 1KZ-TE turbodiesel inline-four transfers power to the rear or all four wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission via a dual range transfer case. Service performed in preparation for the sale included a replacement air filter, and fuel filter along with an oil change.
The 78 series was imported from Yokohama Japan into Long Beach, CA and now registered and titled in Oregon after passing air quality control. All importation documents are available along with a local inspection from a JDM experienced Toyota shop. Will consider creative solutions to keep shipping costs down.


General highlights:
1KZ-TE Engine, 3k CC, 3 Liter
Solid axle front/rear with coil over springs.
4 Hi, 4 Low, 2 Hi
Sport Mode, Eco Mode
Hub Lockers
Lumbar support
Upgraded Phillips Halogen Headlights
Turbo Diesel 4 Cylinder
New 31” tires with 16” rims
2" lift
25 MPG
Original vintage cloth interior
All functioning mechanical and electrical, AC blows cold.