Equipt’s 2013 Toyota 200 Series Land Cruiser :: Featured Classified

Be still my beating heart—it’s none other than Paul May’s (owner Equipt Expedition Outfitters) 200-Series Land Cruiser (featured on Expedition Portal by Ashley Giordano). Land Cruisers of any iteration are considered pinnacle overland vehicles, but for many, the 200 Series is regarded as the best of breed. In fact, when Publisher Scott Brady and Greg Miller traveled to Japan to collect the vehicles for Expeditions 7, the lead Toyota Land Cruiser engineer questioned their vehicle choice. He appreciated the merits of the 70 Series but explained that from an engineering perspective, the 200 Series was the strongest Land Cruiser the company had made to date. Words echoed by British automotive journalist, racing driver, and television producer Chris Harris, who stated, “It’s built to withstand daily abuse in a way no other car I’ve ever seen is . . . more like a commercial vehicle when you look at the chassis, the engine, and the way it can be maintained.” Today’s 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser is barely broken in at 130,600 miles and showcases industry-leading parts and accessories. Further still, it was meticulously built by an industry expert who understands these vehicles inside and out. At $44,900, this has to be one of the best value turnkey rigs we’ve ever showcased. Learn more about this platform on the Overland Journal podcast.

From the Seller:

“Hell has officially frozen over. Here is the proof! I am putting my beloved 2013 Toyota 200-Series Land Cruiser up for sale. I have owned this truck for 8 years, and it has been the best vehicle I have ever owned. I built it to be capable of taking me anywhere on this planet. I’m a Land Cruiser guy, through and through. Twenty-five years in the TLCA [Toyota Land Cruiser Association]. I owned a 100-Series Land Cruiser for a dozen years, and it was the show truck for Equipt for the first seven years of the company. The 200-Series Land Cruiser was a logical next step in our evolution. Years ago, I was told by the Toyota Motor Corp 200-Series Land Cruiser lead engineer that the 200 was the strongest Land Cruiser they had ever built. I believe him. It’s as solid a vehicle as I have ever driven. Power, elegance, ride quality, and toughness you will not find elsewhere in an SUV. If I were to outfit another 200 Series, I can’t think of a single thing I would do differently. Everything has a purpose and a place. It is elegantly uncomplicated and performs flawlessly. With the addition of the 25-gallon auxiliary fuel tank, you have a range of over 600 miles.”

2013 Toyota 200-Series Land Cruiser

The Land Cruiser is fitted with a 5.7-liter V8 that delivers 381 horsepower, 401 pound-feet of torque, and returns a combined 15 mpg. A long-lived engine is matched with class-leading capability thanks to a body-on-frame design, full-time 4WD, high and low range, an uprated and lifted suspension, snorkel, a center locking differential, armor, and intelligent onboard systems such as Hill-start Assist, Off-Road Turn Assist, and Crawl Control. Inside, these backcountry attributes are balanced with a well-equipped interior with driver comforts that include:

Heated, ventilated, and powered leather seats and heated second- and third-row seats
Dynamic radar cruise control
Four-zone automatic climate control
JBL voice-activated touchscreen audio system with navigation
Backup camera
Heated wood and leather steering wheel
Remote auto start
Center console with cool box and cupholders
Rear seat entertainment system
Multi-Terrain monitor system
weBoost cell booster
Escape Gear charcoal front-row seat covers
Integrated trailer controller in glove compartment

Distinguishing Features

This vehicle has been extensively upgraded with the full specifications presented in the original listing. Below is a selection of notable highlights:

Old Man Emu 2.5-inch lift, 800-pound rated springs, and Nitro Charger shocks
Fuel Anza matte-black wheels with BFGoodrich A/T KO2 tires
Power Brake front brake upgrade
ARB front bull bar with Baja Designs LP9 driving combo lights and Warn winch with synthetic line
Eezi-Awn K9 Rack, hard-shell aluminum rooftop tent, and Dragonfly Mini 180-degree awning
ARB twin air compressor
Rigid Industries lighting
Slee Offroad rear bumper with dual swingouts, MaxTrax, Hi-Lift, 5-pound propane tank, and AluBox (67-liter) storage case
ARB skid plate set and Slee Offroad sliders
AT Overland fridge/stove combo slide with National Luna dual-zone stainless-steel fridge and Partner Steel stove
Goose Gear custom build-out with 12-volt and USB outlets
Group 24 Main Battery, Group 31 AGM auxiliary battery, Blue Sea live fuse block, Slee Offroad battery trays, and SAE solar panel plug

This 2013 Toyota 200-Series Land Cruiser is listed for $44,900 and is currently located in Salt Lake City, Utah. Check the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.