- Year
- 1997
- Vehicle Model
- 80 Series
- Mileage
- 223000
For sale is my Triple Locked, Turbo'd Sage 40th Edition, owned since 2008. I have spent numerous hours over the years updating, enjoying, and using this truck as intended. What you should know is if it needed a fix, it got fixed. Never a moment did it go in disrepair. I have had this truck to California, Alaska, Moab, Montana, Wyoming, and many other places.
Very Low Mileage Engine with Wits End Turbo Kit and Mild Shift Kit - Both Engine and Transmission transferred from Donor Truck and all work professionally completed by a well known Mud Member. Can arrange further discussion with prior owner of new engine, if needed. - This setup makes this Cruiser a very formidable setup for cleaning up the miles and keeping up the speed with the mountain crowds!
ZERO Leaks Anywhere!
Why am I begrudgingly letting this go?
I have had numerous years of fun with this as you can tell I have spent a long time learning all there is to with this platform. But something came along I couldn't resist. Can't keep both......
Breakdown of Engine as of current as of May 12, 2025
223,xxk Miles on LC - Driven little but current
New Engine (Donor) was rebuilt at 86k miles – Current miles on Engine 112k
Other Engine related items
New Fuel Pump and related filter replaced in last year
New In-line Fuel Filter replaced
New Engine Wiring Harness installed upon Engine Transplant
New Alternator
New Starter
New Air Conditioner Compressor / recharge
New Power Steering Lines
Drivetrain
Re-geared to 4.88 with Slee
Diff Breather Extensions
Marks 4 Wheel Drive Adapter Speedo Correction Kit
35in Goodyear Wrangler Ultra Terrains - Fantastic road manners and great in snow
TR Ready Bead Lock capable hub centric wheels - Love these for rock rash as you can simply replace the rings
Center Diff Lock Switch added
OEM Throttle Control added
DBA Rotors and Pads - Has many miles left to go on pads
Safari Snorkel
Suspension
OME BP-51Adjustable Shocks
Slee 4in Lift with Heavy Duty Rears
Slee Front and Rear Adjustable Panhard Bars
Slee Billet Front Control Arms and Slee Upper Control Arms
OME Stabilizer
DC Front Drive Shaft
Exterior Body
Old School or many refer to as the OG Slee Front Bumper
Slee Rear Bumper with Dual Swing Outs with optional receiver, and max trax carrier, hi-lift jack option - I have Owl Van 1UP Bike carriers added to the ladder (currently removed May 12, 2025 but can be added back)
Baja Designs LP6 Pro - Wired to optionally come on with Parking lights to High beams
Replacement Hood Liner performed when engine was replaced
Slee Sliders
Prinsu Roof Rack (many accessories I never used) - Not shown in latest as removed for detail.
Rear Hatch Ham Radio antenna mount
Rear rock lights to help with backing up in dark locations - hidden underneath behind bumper
LED Brake and Backup Lights
10K Winch with Synthetic Cable and Remote capable operation
Replaced all exterior window felts, trim and rain gutter trim
Replaced all engine / wheel splash guards
ARB Awning attached to Prinsu
Interior Body
ARB Drawer system with Fridge Slide, Stainless Steel Extension for cooking etc.
Wagon Gear Tailgate Storage
ARB Threaded Socket Outlet in rear
Seat Back replacement Pockets by Plaidwagon
Pioneer aftermarket tuner, speakers - radio has navigation, apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, satellite, and has AMP with subwoofer
OEM non-US Market cup holder in lieu of useless hole thing
Weather Tech mats front and rear - Has OEM Anniversary Mats
Dash Cover - Black and additional Brown (new)
Rear pet seat cover - Orvis
Yaasu Ham Radio
LED Lights for brighter interior
Electrical / Other mentions
National Luna Dual Battery Controller with remote controller for monitoring battery condition from inside cab
Slee Billet Battery Terminal Connectors
Fuse Block under passenger seat - seen from passenger door open
12 Volt USB Dual 3.0 and PD3.0 USB C Connector located on passenger center console
Washer Bottle relocation kit by Landtank coupled with older model washer bottle which expands capacity and extends into the driver’s fender panel
Additional items
Windshield was replaced summer 2024, but dang thing got a crack along the bottom of glass out of the vision line. I will be replacing using my insurance when I receive a firm offer. No reason to replace it yet, so new owner gets a clean windshield.
Current aftermarket backup camera has failed. Need to replace that but was in no hurry. It's winter here
Paint is in good shape for 27 / 28-year-old vehicle with every scratch and ding answered for.
Carpet is in good shape - Even have the carpet in the center console cupholder -
lol
Headliner is in good shape
Surface Rust on underside but no major rust
Antennae doesn't work but that is because I disabled it. Pretty sure if I hooked it back up it would, hated the way it worked personally.
A couple of very small fingernail sized dents from my journeys. There is a story for each one. These could be repaired by a dent doctor
Minor Scratches to the passenger front plastic fender
Tons of spare items / parts I kept for "just in case"
Front and Rear axle rebuild parts
Spare Driveshafts
Spare ECU - Drove to Alaska and tried to think of everything I could potentially for that trip. LOL
Toyota Factory Repair Manuals / Electrical Manual
Shoe box full of receipts
New Emblems for future paint if desired
Title in Hand
VIN for you Carfax gurus - JT3HJ85J9V0169011
Items not considered for sale but open to adding at an additional cost
Roof Top Tent
Max Trax
I am sure I am missing things you'd like to know. Feel free to contact me with any questions.
Price - $35,500.00 OBO - All offers considered as the market is quirky for these!
There should be a link to rising sun website which has running videos and more photos to view.
Very Low Mileage Engine with Wits End Turbo Kit and Mild Shift Kit - Both Engine and Transmission transferred from Donor Truck and all work professionally completed by a well known Mud Member. Can arrange further discussion with prior owner of new engine, if needed. - This setup makes this Cruiser a very formidable setup for cleaning up the miles and keeping up the speed with the mountain crowds!
ZERO Leaks Anywhere!
Why am I begrudgingly letting this go?
I have had numerous years of fun with this as you can tell I have spent a long time learning all there is to with this platform. But something came along I couldn't resist. Can't keep both......
Breakdown of Engine as of current as of May 12, 2025
223,xxk Miles on LC - Driven little but current
New Engine (Donor) was rebuilt at 86k miles – Current miles on Engine 112k
Other Engine related items
New Fuel Pump and related filter replaced in last year
New In-line Fuel Filter replaced
New Engine Wiring Harness installed upon Engine Transplant
New Alternator
New Starter
New Air Conditioner Compressor / recharge
New Power Steering Lines
Drivetrain
Re-geared to 4.88 with Slee
Diff Breather Extensions
Marks 4 Wheel Drive Adapter Speedo Correction Kit
35in Goodyear Wrangler Ultra Terrains - Fantastic road manners and great in snow
TR Ready Bead Lock capable hub centric wheels - Love these for rock rash as you can simply replace the rings
Center Diff Lock Switch added
OEM Throttle Control added
DBA Rotors and Pads - Has many miles left to go on pads
Safari Snorkel
Suspension
OME BP-51Adjustable Shocks
Slee 4in Lift with Heavy Duty Rears
Slee Front and Rear Adjustable Panhard Bars
Slee Billet Front Control Arms and Slee Upper Control Arms
OME Stabilizer
DC Front Drive Shaft
Exterior Body
Old School or many refer to as the OG Slee Front Bumper
Slee Rear Bumper with Dual Swing Outs with optional receiver, and max trax carrier, hi-lift jack option - I have Owl Van 1UP Bike carriers added to the ladder (currently removed May 12, 2025 but can be added back)
Baja Designs LP6 Pro - Wired to optionally come on with Parking lights to High beams
Replacement Hood Liner performed when engine was replaced
Slee Sliders
Prinsu Roof Rack (many accessories I never used) - Not shown in latest as removed for detail.
Rear Hatch Ham Radio antenna mount
Rear rock lights to help with backing up in dark locations - hidden underneath behind bumper
LED Brake and Backup Lights
10K Winch with Synthetic Cable and Remote capable operation
Replaced all exterior window felts, trim and rain gutter trim
Replaced all engine / wheel splash guards
ARB Awning attached to Prinsu
Interior Body
ARB Drawer system with Fridge Slide, Stainless Steel Extension for cooking etc.
Wagon Gear Tailgate Storage
ARB Threaded Socket Outlet in rear
Seat Back replacement Pockets by Plaidwagon
Pioneer aftermarket tuner, speakers - radio has navigation, apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, satellite, and has AMP with subwoofer
OEM non-US Market cup holder in lieu of useless hole thing
Weather Tech mats front and rear - Has OEM Anniversary Mats
Dash Cover - Black and additional Brown (new)
Rear pet seat cover - Orvis
Yaasu Ham Radio
LED Lights for brighter interior
Electrical / Other mentions
National Luna Dual Battery Controller with remote controller for monitoring battery condition from inside cab
Slee Billet Battery Terminal Connectors
Fuse Block under passenger seat - seen from passenger door open
12 Volt USB Dual 3.0 and PD3.0 USB C Connector located on passenger center console
Washer Bottle relocation kit by Landtank coupled with older model washer bottle which expands capacity and extends into the driver’s fender panel
Additional items
Windshield was replaced summer 2024, but dang thing got a crack along the bottom of glass out of the vision line. I will be replacing using my insurance when I receive a firm offer. No reason to replace it yet, so new owner gets a clean windshield.
Current aftermarket backup camera has failed. Need to replace that but was in no hurry. It's winter here
Paint is in good shape for 27 / 28-year-old vehicle with every scratch and ding answered for.
Carpet is in good shape - Even have the carpet in the center console cupholder -
lolHeadliner is in good shape
Surface Rust on underside but no major rust
Antennae doesn't work but that is because I disabled it. Pretty sure if I hooked it back up it would, hated the way it worked personally.
A couple of very small fingernail sized dents from my journeys. There is a story for each one. These could be repaired by a dent doctor
Minor Scratches to the passenger front plastic fender
Tons of spare items / parts I kept for "just in case"
Front and Rear axle rebuild parts
Spare Driveshafts
Spare ECU - Drove to Alaska and tried to think of everything I could potentially for that trip. LOL
Toyota Factory Repair Manuals / Electrical Manual
Shoe box full of receipts
New Emblems for future paint if desired
Title in Hand
VIN for you Carfax gurus - JT3HJ85J9V0169011
Items not considered for sale but open to adding at an additional cost
Roof Top Tent
Max Trax
I am sure I am missing things you'd like to know. Feel free to contact me with any questions.
Price - $35,500.00 OBO - All offers considered as the market is quirky for these!
There should be a link to rising sun website which has running videos and more photos to view.
