For Sale Louisiana - 1997 Toyota Landcruiser - 3x Locked

Year

1997

Vehicle Model

1. 80 Series

Mileage

264000

Color

White

Outside Link

https://www.facebook.com/share/1Et2JUEwoq/

Southern Louisiana - $30,000

3x Locked 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser – Extremely Well-Maintained & Heavily Upgraded

Runs perfectly. Zero rust. 264k miles. Meticulous ownership with extensive recent maintenance and top-tier upgrades.

This 80-series has been babied and constantly improved. I invested over $40,000 in parts and service alone in the last 3 years to make it as reliable, capable, and comfortable as possible. Everything major has been addressed proactively.

Major Recent Mechanical Work

• Full timing chain service, new head gasket, fuel injectors, spark plugs, and distributor
• Complete cooling system refresh: Koyorad radiator, Aisin water pump, Aisin fan clutch, new fan, thermostat, hoses, and new coolant
• Nitro 4.88 regear, front/rear diff rebuilds, and knuckle rebuilds
• Tom Woods front & rear double cardan drive shafts
• New brake master cylinder, EBC rotors/pads, extended brake lines, and full brake bleed
• Fresh steering box, pitman arm, tie rods, tie rod ends, and alignment work
• Transmission flush, power steering flush, and all fluids serviced regularly. Trans shifts smooth and solid.
• Multiple engine oil changes with high-quality 10W-40, fuel filter, air filter, and all new belts
• AC runs perfectly cold all day. Heater also blows hot. Tested AC, no leaks. Rear heater bypass installed.
• All electrical components work: windows, sunroof, lights, horn. New switches and interior lights. New headlights and horns.
• Differentials all lock and function properly. 4 Wheel Low and High performance flawlessly. Diff fluids changed recently as well.
• New Muffler and titanium pipe wrap. Quiet and smooth.
• Solve Function hood risers installed, improving engine bay airflow and reducing engine temps 10 degrees.
• No engine leaks, no diff grind or roar, no gear shift slippage, no birfield clicks.

Suspension & Off-Road Upgrades

• Dobinsons springs (146/147 VT) and Dobinsons IMS 4-5” shocks giving 3.5" lift and even stance/rake.
• Delta 3L radius arms + Dobinsons bushings
• Whiteline front & rear beefy sway bars with drop links/brackets. Stabilizes the ride amazingly.
• Ironman adjustable panhard bars front/rear + Delta 3” rear panhard relocation bracket
• Metal Tech upper and lower rear adjustable links
• Falken RT01 38x13.5x17 tires - quiet on road, capable off road, aggressive sidewall
• SCS F5 wheels in Gunmetal Gray with -38mm offset for perfect poke
• Extended diff breathers and SS braided brake lines
• No tire-wheel well contact at full lock or articulation. Tracks straight down the road, handles road and trail bumps excellently.

Body, Interior & Comfort Upgrades

• Coastal Off-road High Clearance front bumper
• Dissent Off-road Extreme High Clearance rear bumper
• All three rows reupholstered with real genuine leather from L Seat
• New thick and plush carpet, deep blue contrasts with tan leather seats
• Full sound deadening - made the ride feel luxury car premium
• Rosen visors, new door panels, classy wooden steering wheel, and more
• New headliner cleaning, weather stripping, exterior window visors, and sunroof drain cleaning
• Fenders have new trim molding and hardware for proper seating and no rattle
• Diode Dynamics SS3 Pro LED pods on front bumper - super crazy bright
• Fresh grille, emblems, hood and hatch struts, tailgate storage hatch, and more cosmetic/detailing work
• Fluid Film coated frame + full undercarriage clean, seal, and recoat. Zero rust.

This Land Cruiser has been maintained with an obsessive attention to detail — many items were replaced preventively well before failure. It drives tight, quiet, and strong with no known issues. It is garage-kept and rarely driven (during my ownership).

Serious buyers only. No deals. No trades. Feel free to ask any questions or request more photos.

Located in Southern Louisiana.

 

[TomRodz]

 

[TomRodz]

 

[TomRodz]

Rosen Visors:

Sound deadening:

Third row ^ sitting in my storage.

 

[TomRodz]

 

[Bisonthecruiser]

Love your rig. GLWS

 

[NKP Garage]

Awesome 80! Very tasteful mods.

 

[TomRodz]

Awesome 80! Very tasteful mods.

Thank you.

 

[Bisonthecruiser]

Love the look of this thing (I know, I'm back)!

 

[plaidwagon]

So many cool original ideas on this, nice work! I’m intrigued by the center console area. GLWS!

 

[TomRodz]

So many cool original ideas on this, nice work! I’m intrigued by the center console area. GLWS!

Thanks. I simply removed the center console - the storage area, if that's what you're referring to. I like my space a little more open. Could easily reinstall.

 

[TomRodz]

Love the look of this thing (I know, I'm back)!

Thank you!

 

[plaidwagon]

Thanks. I simply removed the center console - the storage area, if that's what you're referring to. I like my space a little more open. Could easily reinstall.

I love it, looks simple and open. The plaid shifter boots are the chef’s kiss. Well done!

 

[screetz]

Wow, this is one of the nicest 80 builds I've seen, so tastefully done! Wish I were in the market for a weekend rig.

 

[RS6tofj80]

Well done !! dang..... almost makes me want my 6th 80 series......

 

[TomRodz]

Wow, this is one of the nicest 80 builds I've seen, so tastefully done! Wish I were in the market for a weekend rig.

Thanks.

 

[TomRodz]

Here is the Landcruiser in its previous iteration:

Here it is after making some progress:

 

[Ouiser]

Who makes those door cards?

 

[TomRodz]

Who makes those door cards?

I got them from Australian Door Cards:

Toyota 80 Series

Australian Door Cards is a specialist supplier of Masonite door cards / trim panels for a wide range of vehicles.

australiandoorcards.com.au

I also kep the originals if a future owner wants to go back to stock:

 

[TomRodz]

This Landcruiser's narrative is that it was driven as a normal SUV until about 245k miles, and then began its makeover transformation where it now sits at 264k miles. IOW, it has seen light/normal use throughout its life and has been cleaned, lubed, fixed, repaired, upgraded, and babied over the last 3 years. It hasn't been bashed on rocks or flooded in rivers or rusted in the snow (it's a southern vehicle).

I've owned Toyotas since the early 2000s. Here's my first, a 1998 T-100 (still running today at +360k miles):

Here's my next, a 3rd Gen Tacoma:

My third was a 3rd Gen Tundra:

All of these were great, and I had many awesome experiences and memories in them. So, when I happened upon this Landcruiser, I scooped it up and spent a few years fixing things and upgrading it. When the project was finished, I took it on a road trip camping.

But ever since that trip, it's sat in my garage unused and rarely driven. I maybe put 400 miles on it in the last year. After a while I figured it's time to move on and let someone else enjoy this beautiful machine.

So, I guess the point is, I love Toyotas. I've taken great pride in and care of mine over the years. I've had many fun times and memories in them. Now, I hope this LC80 can find a good home.