RHD FJ80

[twhtwh]

Sure this has been addressed, but: cons of imported RHD FJ80s? I’ve been lusting over a few but wanted to get the lowdown. Thank you.

 

[ZCissner]

It’s still a gasser when diesels are an option is a big con in my mind

 

[Cruzerman]

So a big con is RHD. Not that many people want a RHD vehicle (me included). And like ZCissner says, why bring in a gasser? One of the big reasons to bring in a cruiser would be to get one of those great Toyota diesels.

 

[tacocat]

Con: Not standard for LHD nations like the US.

Pro: Super easy to deliver mail.

 

[retrofive]

Con: Not standard for LHD nations like the US.

Pro: Super easy to deliver mail.

Was going to type that.

 

[tacocat]

Was going to type that.

Don’t forget about the ease of converting your cruiser to an ice cream van or food truck!

 

[Heckraiser]

The mail man in my neighborhood growing up just drove on the wrong side of the road

I would add "reversing through the taco bell drive through" as a pro. Please debate among yourselves.

 

[tacocat]

The mail man in my neighborhood growing up just drove on the wrong side of the road

I would add "reversing through the taco bell drive through" as a pro. Please debate among yourselves.

It would also be easier to implement this device as you won’t need to cross over to oncoming traffic to use it.

 

[mattimooseprime]

Having imported and owned many RHD cars in america, I do not find the RHD aspect any sort of a setback. drive thrus are comical.


get a manual diesel if you can afford / find it. I would not waste time with a automatic gas rig.

 

[Navyator]

Totally agree with Matt.

I’ve got a 91 JDM that I brought back to the states with me. It’s almost no inconvenience and I love the looks I get. It’s a great conversation starter. I’m sure resale isn’t the easiest among LC enthusiasts, but I’ve had quite a few people stop and ask me if I’d sell it. Holds a special place in my heart so I don’t think I ever will. I say go for it if you find something you really like.

 

[pawnthatdude]

I am guessing OP means diesel and is using the term FJ80 to refer to 80s in general. Seems more likely than someone actually looking to import a 91-92 80 series with the 3FE and RHD.

@twhtwh I think you'd be looking for an HDJ80, HDJ81, HZJ80, or HZJ81.