Lot Ended
Description
LHD; huge
amount of work carried out over the last few years (read description); driven
here over 100 miles; photos showing work carried out over the years; USB stick
included with workshop manuals attached; fresh 12 Months
MOT
Powered by Toyota’s durable 2.5-litre
six-cylinder diesel engine and paired with a manual gearbox, this BJ73 offers
the rugged dependability for which the BJ-series is renowned. Although
UK-registered as a 1990 vehicle, the vendor advises that correspondence with a
Toyota dealership confirmed the vehicle was in fact manufactured in 1989.
Imported to the UK in 2021, it has had limited UK ownership and now presents
with 323,680 km — entirely credible mileage for a properly maintained Land
Cruiser of this era.
A major strength of this
vehicle is the extensive refurbishment and recommissioning work carried out
between 2023 and 2025. The work appears both thorough and intelligently
prioritised, focusing not merely on cosmetic enhancement but on long-term
mechanical reliability and usability. The interior has been fully stripped,
insulated, and refreshed with new headlining, roof boards, carpeting, and
underlay, while the seats have been professionally retrimmed and seatbelt anchor
points reinforced.
Mechanically, the fuel system
has been comprehensively renewed with replacement of the rotary fuel pump, fuel
tank, lines, and filters, alongside reconditioned injectors. The cooling system
has also benefited from a full overhaul, including a recored radiator, new
hoses, and a replacement fan unit, significantly enhancing long-term
reliability. Further engine and electrical work includes new glow plugs with an
updated relay configuration, battery and wiring improvements, plus oil, gasket,
and breather system maintenance.
The braking,
driveline, and steering systems have all received substantial attention, with a
full brake system overhaul including master cylinders, servo, and copper brake
lines, fresh oils throughout the drivetrain, wheel bearings and axle
differential work, plus replacement drag link arms and track rod ends followed
by professional alignment.
Externally, the
vehicle presents very well following underside body and chassis protection,
refurbished wheels with new tyres, replacement wheel nuts and hub caps, polished
and sealed bodywork, and additional sound deadening measures to improve
refinement. The vendor notes that the underbody sealing was carried out as a
preventative measure ahead of intended use in Sardinia, close to the coast,
rather than as a response to significant corrosion. Prior to treatment, the
vehicle reportedly showed only very minor surface rust colouration, with one
small localised repair to the rear wheel arch seatbelt mounting area, which was
professionally ground out and reinforced before refinishing.
The fresh MOT through to June 2027 is an especially strong signal for
a vehicle of this age, suggesting diligent preparation and structural integrity,
the company that MOTd the car commented how nice it was
underneath.
Importantly, this appears to be a
vehicle prepared for genuine use and enjoyment rather than a cosmetic
restoration project. The inclusion of full waterproof seat covers, auxiliary
steering and pedal security locks, weatherproof 4x4 accessories, detachable
roof, and integrated roll cage all reinforce its practical, adventure-oriented
character. In open-top configuration, it offers a particularly appealing blend
of classic Land Cruiser durability and beach-truck
versatility.
Overall, this BJ73 appears
positioned above the average market offering thanks to its desirable
left-hand-drive configuration, significant documented expenditure, mechanical
comprehensiveness, structural attention, and the inclusion of service manuals
and photographic history.
Potential purchasers
should still verify the quality of chassis and rust repairs beneath protective
coatings, compression and cold-start behaviour, cooling system performance under
load, transfer case and 4WD engagement, and mileage history where
possible.
For someone seeking a classic diesel
Land Cruiser that is ready to enjoy rather than restore, this example stands out
as a thoughtfully recommissioned vehicle with genuine utility and collector
appeal. The extensive cooling system overhaul further strengthens its
suitability for reliable touring or adventure use, offering a strong balance
between originality, usability, and preventative maintenance — often the sweet
spot in classic 4x4 ownership.
Contact
james.booth@brightwells.com