1997 Toyota Land Cruiser Base Sport Utility-- Low Reserve!

1997 Toyota Land Cruiser Base Model Description

• ORIGINALLY PURCHASED NEW IN FLORIDA.
• WHITE EXTERIOR BODY, TAN LEATHER & CARPET INTERIOR
• RUNNING BOARDS, TRAILER-HITCH RECEIVER
• CD & CASSETTE AM/FM RADIO AUDIO SYSTEM—GOOD AUDIO WITH NEW DOOR SPEAKERS
• ALARM SYSTEM
• NICE INTERIOR
• BODY IS EXCELLENT CONDITION—SEE PHOTOS
• ORIGINAL CAR MANUAL IN GLOVE BOX

·CURRENTLY LICENSED AND REGISTERED IN ARIZONA

·THIS WAS MY DAILY DRIVER BEFORE RETIREMENT, AND I AM THE SECOND OWNER

Cars of this vintage require replacement or service of certain items that are not generally done on cars for sale on eBay, for this vehicle, these include:

Replacements/additions in last 1500 miles:

• New Borla Stainless exhaust
• 2 new catalytic converters + O2 sensors
• New EGR valve
• New belts
• New radiator hoses/thermostat/antifreeze
• New PS pump
• New hoses—all, including heater, A/T cooler, oil cooler, PS--all
• A/C serviced—100%
• 5 good tires Michelin LTX MX2 (less than 5000 miles)
• New steering shock
• Front & rear diff oil change, transfer case oil change, A/T fluid/filter change
• New PowerStop brake rotors/pads/calipers—front & rear
• Flush/refill brake lines
• New front wheel bearings & seals
• New rear wheel bearings & seals
• New front & rear shocks—Rancho RS5000
• New PCV Valve
• 4 new standard height springs (Old Man Emu) [note: all these older Land Cruisers suffer some spring sag—the new springs made it ride like new]
• New driver’s seat lower leather & pad
• All bulbs on dash replaced
• All external bulbs replaced (including Headlamps)
• New door speakers
• K & N air filter
• New rear control arm & cross rod bushings
• New front control arm & cross rod bushings
• New front steering arm joints
• Wheels renewed by NuWheel
• New left rear door lock assembly
• New hood bug deflector
• 2 new hood lift cylinders
  

• ·New front WeatherTech premium floor mats

• ·New rear cargo HD WeatherTech mat

• ·New wipers all around

Retractable antenna works as new

Interior leather in good condition

Body/paint very good

Highway driving smooth & off-road driving firm

Underneath chassis areas of paint wear re-coated with rubberized undercoating

Body paint in excellent shape—better than typical for its age

Sun roof opens ½ way (that way since I got it); moon roof & tilt work as they should

Lots of spare parts if you want them:

Factory service manuals

Spare dash bulbs

Misc spare headlamp and exterior bulbs

Spare wiper blades

Misc poly sway bar parts (Old Man Emu)

Front U-Joints

Misc hoses, nuts, bolts, screws, wheel lugs, bearing seals, O2 sensor

Oil filters

Fuel filter

Brake parts

Spare keys

Trans. Mount, Engine mount

Gas additives for states using ethanol in fuels

Can touch-up paint

Can undercoating

Spare steering joints

Braided brake lines

+ More!

This is an exceptional Land Cruiser as can be seen in the photos. The engine is clean, body is rust-free, and it drives like a dream on the highway as well as off-road.

The engine starts easily and runs smoothly

Clean title, smog and Carfax in hand. Vin: JT3HJ85J5V0165294, No accidents
Engine L6 cyl. 4.5L with automatic transmission. AWD, 4WD, 4x4
Mileage 187,337.
Dash is excellent with no cracks and nice dash cover to keep it that way.

Interior is clean, odor fre, pet free, not smoked in.

Mechanically the truck is in excellent shape. The transmission shifts smoothly, vehicle rides great.

The paint is also as good as it looks in the pictures. It has had someminor touch-ups for the very few and minor rock chips(with the OEM paint included) but looks great. Note two small dents in lower tailgate--right side.

Includes factory manuals and papers, original operation guide

CarFax included [clean]

For those not familiar with this model, below are some features that will acquaint you with this excellent vehicle.

1997 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER4X4

FULLY LOADED

7-PASSENGER SEATING

LEATHER, SUNROOF, FULL POWER

CENTER DIFFERENTIAL LOCK

LEGENDARY 4.5L 6-CYL MOTOR

This is the 4x4 modern classic SUV you’ve been waiting for. With the worst of winter just around the corner, NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY:

- 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser 4x4in excellent condition in gorgeous white.

- 2-owner, Fully loaded with SUNROOF, alloy wheels, LEATHER, power seats and one of the best motors ever built by Toyota.

- 2-owner, accident-free Carfax report provided.

- 4.5L 6-cyl motor runs perfectly. This is Toyota’s most reliable engine ever produced; capable of 400k+ miles easily. 2-owner with only 187k miles, this one is barely broken in.

- If you’re looking at this auction, you know how reliable Toyotas are. There is a reason Toyota has been the #1 selling brand in the world: reliability and resale value combined with advanced technology and safety.

- Automatic transmission shifts smoothly through all gears.

- FZJ80 body style is a modern classic look. One of the most reliable SUVs ever produced.

- All power accessories function perfectly: mirrors, windows, locks, moonroof, power seats, even the rear wiperis fully functional. The antenna does go up/down and radio reception/audio has good sound.

- 4x4 system operates well in high and low gears.

- There are usually questions about the differential lockers. The1997 Land Cruiser comes equipped with a center differential lock (locking the front and rear axles). The center diff lock is engaged automatically when the vehicle is placed in 4x4 low.

- THIS VEHICLE CAN DRIVE IN ANY CONDITION: ice, snow, off-road, thick mud. This is a major desirability of these Land Cruisers in combination with their superb reliability.

-NON-SMOKER VEHICLE. No burns or any odor in the Land Cruiser other than new-smelling leather!.

-No engine warning lightsof any kind.

- Heat blows hotand A/C blowsice-cold.

- Please see photos that show the great condition of this Land Cruiser.

- Original Toyota wheel center caps really complete the look of the exterior.

- LEATHER interior is in great condition. Leather shows little dry cracking because this has been a garaged vehicle. No tears or rips at all. Seats are very comfortable and have a lot of life left. New driver's seat leather & pad. Headliner looks great as well: no sagging, tears. Dash shines beautifully.

- 3rd rowseats are in great condition as pictured. The land cruiser comfortably seats 7.

- Stow-and-go rear seats allow for extra cargo room. Please look at the pictures how all the seats fold for great cargo room or they can be easily removed for more cargo space.

- Rear cargo area looks excellent and is a real indication of the proper care andmaintenance of this vehicle over the years.

- Tow hitch equipped!

Please feel free to come inspect this vehicle prior to bidding (by appointment).

The factory warranty has expired so this is being sold AS IS.

$500.00 down at close of auction [prefer PayPal]; remainder by wire transfer, cashier's check or other instrument [contact seller]. You are responsible for shipping; I can get estimates from local shippers or you can take care of that. Local pickup---I can meet you within a 100 mile radius of Tucson, Arizona. Please let me know the precise name and address for title.

THANK YOU FOR LOOKING!