SOLD JDM spec 1990 HDJ81, only +- 67K miles, CA reg, CA Bay Area

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FOR SALE is my beautiful JDM spec HDJ81. Approx. 66K miles, a gorgeous example of an unmolested time machine ! I have never seen a cleaner example of a low mileage HDJ81 and I doubt you will see anything in this category. This just might be the lowest mileage 80 series Land Cruiser in North America ?

Driven into CA from MT last December, imported into MT July 2017. I've enjoyed almost 6 months with it as my daily driver but its time to pass it on to another Land Cruiser enthusiast.

This is a stock JDM spec vehicle with 3x locking diffs; the only mods I've done are a new JVC head unit w/ bluetooth phone connection and a Sirius radio interface (6 Jan @ +- 63K miles) and very tasteful, appropriate cup holders !

The timing belt and BEB's were replaced by Georg at Valley Hybrids in Stockton, CA - Feb 1 @ +- 63K miles. The oil and filter was also changed and the trans serviced.

The only potential blemish on this vehicle was probably a minor accident, I'm guessing in Japan, which broke one head light washer nozzle and caved in the front valance piece under the radiator. The top chrome trim is also missing off the front bumper.

If you live in CA and are paying attention to the woes of importing vehicles into this state especially diesel vehicles, I'm guessing this might be the last example of a diesel Land Cruiser that legally makes its way into California.

The last photo shows the recently received CA legacy plate. I believe this just ads to the uniquness of this fantastic vehicle.

Vehicle just back from my detailer, $300, and looks amazing. Its under a cover now with a battery tender and waiting your inspection !

Title in hand, more photos by request.

$23000.00

Enjoy the photo's

Jonathan (415) 720-5194 c

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Nobody accused you of misrepresenting, he just asked if you had before pics. If you didn't do it, oh well, doesn't matter. Looks like a nice truck up top. Down below is impossible to tell without personal inspection because a previous owner "freshened" it. Common practice really and wouldn't keep me from buying a car, but would mean I take a closer look. Your "no words" response makes it sound like you are offended, but you really shouldn't be. At least a dozen of us had the same thought that guy did.

No offense taken, thanks !
 
Any pictures of the engine bay by chance?
 
Engine pics...

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The Japanese love to coat the underside with some kind of coating, probably thinking it will protect it, my 70 came that way with it caked all over the place. It is a PIA all it does is trap moisture and does more harm then good. I wouldn't worry about it, with a close look it will be obvious if there is any rust under it.
 
BTW thats a clean cruiser with a fair price, shouldn't last long
 
Interesed in another diesel for trade? Have a 2008 ram 6.7 cummins 4x4 quad cab with many extras I'd trade straight up.. I'm in Hayward, local too..ha...If not GLWS...

No thanks !
 
My HDJ has that same coating underneath. You can tell it has been on there for a long time but if you wash it and wipe it down it looks remarkably clean. In certain high wear areas its started to flake off and you can see the frame underneath. It's a fairly thick coating though, whatever they use. Almost like a powder coat.
For any potential buyers, I wouldn't be to dismayed. Plus the 1HDT is awesome and I average about 20mpg.
Anyone who has tried to register one of these in California knows how hard it is to get it through. Don't let it leave the state. HAHA!
GLWS
 
I hope it stays in CA; if it leaves the Golden State, it’s probably never coming back.

Hoping for a CA buyer.....
 
Onur,

I thought I was gonna keep this 80 forever but it’s just so clean and I really don’t think it’s meant be my daily driver. This needs to be someone’s weekend vehicle; it’s in amazing shape and i feel it kinda needs to be preserved as long as possible. I’m just gonna drive the wheels off it since I do so many commute miles.

I’m not trying to flip it for some outrageous amount; I’m just trying to get my purchase price, trip tickets to MT and back, Georg’s work and the CA reg fees out of it, that’s it.

I really think there is another LC enthusiast out there who can give this vehicle a ‘better’ future.

Great hearing from you btw....

Get as much as the market will allow and ignore the tire kickers. Profit is a good word GLWS

It looks to be in great condition, thanks for posting.
 
The pictures are actually very good, I think this is an exceptional Japanese truck as well, I wish you were closer, MS here
 
Vehicle sold !

Thank You for the interest and kind words. Vehicle staying in CA.
 

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