1991 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER BJ73 LX

One owner since new with 146,630 kms. 5 speed manual with 3.5L naturally aspirated “3B” diesel motor and electronically activated 4WD. Factory dark grey metallic paint with original decals. Always garaged.

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VEHICLE History

Toyota Land Cruiser BJ73 LX offered for sale and worldwide export by the original owner from the Canary Islands Spain. The 3.5L “3B” naturally aspirated 4 cylinder diesel motor was made in Japan and is mated to a 5 speed manual transmission with two speed transfer case. Always storage inside a garage. A mere 146k kms from new, which are documented. The grey metallic paint is original from the factory and paired with a FRP top painted white. The interior is original in grey cloth and has been covered since new. A well preserved example of a work horse Land Cruiser.

exterior

The Toyota Land Cruiser BJ73 LX wears its original factory grey metallic paint and graphic decals. The paint and decals are in good condition, and the vehicle has spent its life inside a garage its whole life. There are some areas of oxidation, one on the rear door and another on the sliding rear window frames. Some scratches affect the paint. The vehicle has never been in an accident.

The chrome 15 inch wheels wear Bridgestone 31 x 10.5 R15 tires in the front and NEXEN 31 x 10.5 R15 tires in the rear. The wheel arches show wear and the mud flaps do, as well. The fiber reinforced plastic FRP top is in okay condition and has never been removed from the vehicle. There is an area near the front driver door on the FRP top showing repair work. The chrome bumpers are in good condition.

Overall, the body and paint are in good condition with minimal wear and tear for its age and class of vehicle.

motor and transmission

The BJ73 is powered by the Japanese made “3B” diesel motor. The 3.5L naturally aspirated 4 cylinder engine produces 90 horsepower and 160 ft lbs of torque and averages 24mpg or 10L/100kms. The 3B motor is mated to a “H55F” 5 speed manual transmission with a two speed transfer case. The front hubs have manual lockers and button activated 4 wheel drive.

The engine bay is clean and the plastic reservoirs and air vents are in good condition. The motor decals are present and show little to no wear. Two batteries and 24 volts power the electronics. The engine hoses are in good condition. The radiator is in good condition, too.

Current ITV vehicle emission and road safety inspection. Starts on first turn.

interior

The grey cloth interior is in its original form and in good condition, the seats have been covered since new and the covers have degraded leaving a yellow film on the cloth. The front seats have shock absorbers. Seating for five passenger with the rear fold forward seats. The dashboard is in good condition, and the altimeter works. The pedals and gear shifters show little use.

All electronics work properly. The front windows roll down manually and the locks have a power function. There is a locking glove box and overhead dome light. The decal instruction are present and in good condition. The carpets are clean and the roof liner shows little wear but is in good condition.

The original tool set are included and jack.

test drive

Three adults on paved roads around town and on the highway. This is an excellent driver with strong motor and smooth shifting gears. The suspension and handling were affected by under inflated tires. This BJ73 is very attractive and fun to drive. Acceleration is good and the brakes work properly.

Positives

Japanese made 3B motor.

Factory paint in great condition.

Original tools included.

Electronically activated 4WD.

146k kms from new.

negatives

Mismatched tires should be replaced.

Small area of rust on rear passenger side door.

Suspension bushing should be replaced.

Front wheel knuckles are leaking grease and should be serviced.

Left Hand Drive

This Toyota Land Cruiser BJ73 LX like all Canary Island Rover vehicles features the steering wheel on the left side like in North America and Mainland Europe.