1999 Toyota Land Cruiser HZJ73

$54,980

Year

1999

Odometer

122,794

Engine

1HZ 4.2L Diesel

Fuel Type

diesel

Transmission

manual

VIN / Chassis #

JT1VHZJ7308001989

Location

Aiken, SC

Seller Stock #

001989

Title Status

clean

CARFAX Report

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This Toyota is stored in our Aiken, SC climate-controlled warehouse and comes with a clean South Carolina title. The vehicle shown is 100% owned, maintained, and driven by us here at Car Cave. For more pictures and information, please visit www.carcaveusa.com. Car Cave keeps a variety of left-hand-drive Land Cruisers and Hilux trucks in stock. Financing available! Contact us for a referral to one of our lending partners.

Highlights:
  • 1HZ 4.2L Diesel
  • Full Cabrio – FRP Removable Top
  • Rear Half Doors
  • Fold Down Windshield
The HZJ73 shown here is an excellent example of the fan favorite 70 Series showing the original factory color Atlantic Blue (Toyota Paint Code 8H6). Atlantic Blue is a rare and unique color for a 70 series Land Cruiser (most are white, red or green) which contrasts against the silver fiberglass removable FRP Top. The HZJ73 was built in limited quantities in left hand drive for the European market. Most were used as work trucks or fleet vehicles making a clean example difficult to source. Not to mention the full cabrio models are almost impossible to find. We drove this Land Cruiser as a daily drive for about a month before listing it for sale, about 1000 miles in total.

This 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser HZJ73 is a left-hand-drive European-spec model manufactured in November 1998 at the Aichi, Japan Toyota Manufacturing plant. Then shipped to Toyota De Prins in Zulte, Belgium to be offered for sale. Toyota De Prins sold this Land Cruiser to DP Coating BVBA (company) on January 8, 1999. The factory service book shows DP Coating had this LC serviced at the selling dealer. The HZJ73 made a perfect commercial vehicle due to a favorable tax rate with the lack of rear seats. Don’t worry, if you need a rear seat we have some here in stock!

Europe and the GCC were the only markets lucky enough to receive the Japanese manufactured left-hand-drive 73 equipped with the 1HZ engine. The 1HZ engine has been a workhorse offered by Toyota for over 35 years due to its reliability and ease of service in the bush, backyard, or mountain pass. Fewer moving parts and no turbo keep this engine simple and out on the road.

Upgrades and Features:
  • 5-Speed Manual
  • 4-Wheel Drive Hi/Low Transfer Case
  • Limited Slip Rear Differential
  • 275/70R16 Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Tires
  • 8-Spoke Steel Silver 16” Wheels
  • Aisin Manual Front Hubs
  • Electric Push-Button 4WD
  • Factory Dual Batteries
  • Rear Tire Carrier with Spare
  • Tilt Steering Wheel
  • Rear Defrost
  • Rear Wiper
  • Hand Crank Windows
  • Power Locks
  • Rear Barn Doors
  • Mud Flaps
  • Tow Ball
  • Chrome Bumpers
  • Power Brakes
  • Power Steering
  • Digital Clock
  • Aftermarket Horn
This 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser HZJ73 showed up in great mechanical condition. We took it a step further with an extensive and comprehensive mechanical refresh at Car Cave USA, addressing critical drivetrain, steering, braking, cooling, and reliability items to ensure turnkey usability. We started off by installing a fresh set of Die Hard batteries. The undercarriage was fully steam-cleaned and inspected to review for leaks. Our techs inspected the timing belt to find it was recently replaced (documented with pictures) and the water pump was in excellent condition. This followed by a resealed engine oil pan, fresh oil and filter service, new air and fuel filters, and a complete coolant flush and bleed. The front hubs and axle were rebuilt using Timken bearings, along with new knuckle components and pinion seal. The steering system received new tie rod and relay rod ends, a fresh pinion seal, and an ARB Old Man Emu steering stabilizer. Rear braking was refreshed with new rotors, pads, and wheel studs. Additional work included a transfer case seal kit installation, replacement antenna, new front and rear wiper blades, and a full undercarriage cleaning. The vehicle was then professionally detailed inside and out. In total, over $6,400 was invested in recent mechanical servicing, inspection, and presentation—resulting in a properly sorted, well-maintained HZJ73 that drives as confidently as it presents. Contact us to review the complete history and service file.

The built-proof 4.2L naturally aspirated diesel powers this Land Cruiser, mated to a H55F five-speed manual transmission and a two-speed transfer case. The smooth-running, ultra-reliable Toyota 1HZ is a 4,164cc single overhead cam, indirect injection inline 6-cylinder diesel. Toyota still sells new model cars with configured with this legendary powerplant with a massive 129 horsepower and 210 lb-ft of torque. The timing belt has been replaced recently and documented. The factory Aisin front hubs turning easily and 4WD is operated through a push button on the dash. The transfer case is floor-shifted for low-range situations and the rear differential is a 4.111:1 ratio with limited slip for when the terrain gets tough.

Aftermarket upgrades on this Land Cruiser are minimal, limited to an aftermarket horn, Boss head unit (not functional), and rear seat partition for commercial use. Everything else appears to be factory including the rear tow ball and wiring harness (or dealer installed). We love finding unmolested examples and this HZJ73 is about as original as they come. The tires have been uprated slightly to a 275/70R16 Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain with a full size matching spare. The full size spare was given extra room for the additional tire width (factory was a bit narrower) through the use of a spacer. The dark grey carpets and Grey patterned cloth interior have some imperfections. The driver’s seat does have a very small tear on the bottom cushion, the rear carpets have been removed, and the cargo area door cards and trim have wear from use. We do have a complete set of CNC Aluminum panels if the buyer wishes to upgrade.

Factory options include power locks, power steering, a center console, hand crank windows, tilt steering wheel, rear barn doors, rear wiper, digital clock, and rear defrost. Running boards and a rear step help you enter and exit the vehicle from all sides graceful while mudflaps keep your pant legs clean after playing out in the mucky muck.

The removable top, fold-down windshield and rear half doors (removable top glass) make this a versatile platform, and several aftermarket suppliers offer soft top kits. The windshield also folds down onto the hood—perfect for a throwback overlanding experience with the wind in your face. Car Cave is extremely familiar with 70 Series Land Cruisers and can modify them to suit any vision.

Body Data Plate Information:
  • Model: HZJ73LV MNW
  • C/TR/A/TM: 8H6 FN10 K085 H55F
  • Year: 11/1998
  • Sales Region: Europe
  • Frame: HZJ73
  • Grade: LX Type
  • Body: HT - Hardtop
  • Model: Land Cruiser 70
  • Engine: 1HZ – 4200CC Diesel
  • Driver's Position: LHD – Left Hand Drive
  • Fuel Induction: Diesel
  • Color Code: 8H6 Atlantic Blue
  • Trim Code: FN10 Fabric Grey
  • Axle Code: K085 – 9.5" Limited Slip, 4.111:1 Ratio
  • Transmission Code: H55F – Manual 5-Speed
At Car Cave, we believe that a driven vehicle is a healthy vehicle, and some vehicles may have an addition to their mileage while in our care. This vehicle is on display in our showroom in Aiken, South Carolina. For further information, please call us at (803) 262-4742.

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