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Restored 1997 LX 450, white, triple locked, 214,500 miles.
Purchased in fall of 2017 for the purpose of restoring / refurbishing. I selected this vehicle because it was a rust free Florida vehicle and was a nearly perfect specimen.
It was important to me that the LX450 be ready for another 20 years of service so I dropped it off at Toyota with a long list of what I wanted completed. What was done?
February - March 2018 Maintenance.
1. Fuel rail was replaced along with brand new OEM fuel injectors. (Done at Toyota)
2. Fuel pump and relay were both replaced. (Done at Toyota)
3. Preventative - New Headgasket with newly decked head.(Done at Toyota)
4. Head gasket bolts done, all OEM. (Done at Toyota)
5. Thermostat, waterpump, fan clutch, radiator, hoses replaced with OEM. (Done at Toyota)
6. Replaced the alternator (OEM with receipts)
7. Replaced starter with (OEM with receipts)
8. New battery
9. New Air duct was installed. (OEM with receipts)
10. New plugs, wires, distributor, distributor cap, rotor. (OEM with receipts)
Runs like a dream!
May 2018 New paint
I wanted a vehicle that looked perfect, so I brought it to a professional paint & body shop where every dent, scratch, ding removed and then professionally painted. The paint looks immaculate from any distance.
June 2018 Interior
Next I brought it to my shop and removed everything from the interior.
1. Replaced carpet with OEM carpet, new, plush, just like day 1. Has protective plastic on.
2. All new leather!
Many other things were done but the details go on and on and on.
Price is starting at$21,000, negotiable within reason. No expense has been spared in getting this vehicle to the level that I expect, if you don't have an appreciation for that and its cost then I completely understand that this may not be the vehicle for you.
Trades are possible for the right vehicle.
Cons:
Hood latch sticks, works fine, just need to push the spring down.
Rear heater hoses were removed by Previous Owner.
Tires are OK but new owner should replace.
Reduced price $19,995. ready to go another 15 years!
UPDATE 12/02/18
I purchased an almost new steering wheel and installed it. Beautiful!
As you can see, it now has the LX450 wheels, stock.
I purchased and installed new OEM under hood fireproof material.
And... More pictures
Purchased in fall of 2017 for the purpose of restoring / refurbishing. I selected this vehicle because it was a rust free Florida vehicle and was a nearly perfect specimen.
It was important to me that the LX450 be ready for another 20 years of service so I dropped it off at Toyota with a long list of what I wanted completed. What was done?
February - March 2018 Maintenance.
1. Fuel rail was replaced along with brand new OEM fuel injectors. (Done at Toyota)
2. Fuel pump and relay were both replaced. (Done at Toyota)
3. Preventative - New Headgasket with newly decked head.(Done at Toyota)
4. Head gasket bolts done, all OEM. (Done at Toyota)
5. Thermostat, waterpump, fan clutch, radiator, hoses replaced with OEM. (Done at Toyota)
6. Replaced the alternator (OEM with receipts)
7. Replaced starter with (OEM with receipts)
8. New battery
9. New Air duct was installed. (OEM with receipts)
10. New plugs, wires, distributor, distributor cap, rotor. (OEM with receipts)
Runs like a dream!
May 2018 New paint
I wanted a vehicle that looked perfect, so I brought it to a professional paint & body shop where every dent, scratch, ding removed and then professionally painted. The paint looks immaculate from any distance.
June 2018 Interior
Next I brought it to my shop and removed everything from the interior.
1. Replaced carpet with OEM carpet, new, plush, just like day 1. Has protective plastic on.
2. All new leather!
Many other things were done but the details go on and on and on.
Price is starting at
Trades are possible for the right vehicle.
Cons:
Hood latch sticks, works fine, just need to push the spring down.
Rear heater hoses were removed by Previous Owner.
Tires are OK but new owner should replace.
Reduced price $19,995. ready to go another 15 years!
UPDATE 12/02/18
I purchased an almost new steering wheel and installed it. Beautiful!
As you can see, it now has the LX450 wheels, stock.
I purchased and installed new OEM under hood fireproof material.
And... More pictures
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