For sale Surf 1999 Hilux Surf 4x4. Intercooled 1KZ-TE diesel. 122k miles.

1999 Hilux Surf 4x4. Intercooled 1KZ-TE diesel. 122k miles. Asking $19,900.

Due to my lifestyle I have come to terms with the fact that I want 2 Toyota 4x4s but I should only have 1. So, I am keeping the Tacoma and selling the Surf.

This truck came from Japan so it does not have service records HOWEVER I have done as thorough a job as I can (with the help of local Toyota mechanics) to get a comprehensive a bill of health in its current state. Below is my honest assessment of the state of the truck starting with the good:

• 3.0L turbo diesel
• Factory intercooler
• Automatic transmission
• 4x4 with center locking differential
• Low range
• Dual 12v batteries
• Factory spare tire swing arm
• Cold A/C, hot heat
• Timing belt done 30k miles ago (has sticker)
• 31” Falken Rubitrek A/T tires
• Stock rims
• Inside is clean as can be
• Cloth blue-gray seats
• No oil consumption
• No coolant consumption (and flushed 5k miles ago)
• Original owners manual

And the not so good:

• Steering rack seep 2/10 severity
• Spots of surface rust on some parts of the frame
• May or may not have some play in the tie rods (one shop said yes, one shop said no)
• Rear shock mount bushings are worn
• Radio was replaced – left a single-din opening that I didn’t put anything else in yet
• HVAC control buttons are sticky (HVAC works fine)
• Will come without the roof towers or crossbars (factory rail grooves are still there so you can mount one if desired)

This thing is ready for whatever build you want for it. Or just keep it clean and stock. It is simple, mechanical, powerful, and a joy to drive. It has an awesome analog feel that I love. I wish I could keep it and wheel it.


Located in the Florida Panhandle area. Can arrange shipment if desired. Photos below.