The Hilux is a legendary pickup utilized in the world’s harshest environments. It’s fair to say that in majority-world countries, it’s done more as a liberator of the people than just about any other vehicle. It’s not especially fast or refined, but it is built to endure extreme daily punishment and is exceptionally dependable. In fact, Top Gear UK ran a feature where they tried unsuccessfully to kill the Hilux. This included setting it on fire, submerging it in the ocean, hitting it with a wrecking ball, dropping it from a high-rise building, and more. Unsurprisingly it’s a favorite with the overlanding community with no shortage of inspiring builds online from the likes of Around the World In 800 Days, Torfi Birkir Jóhannsson, and La Aduana. Cue today’s low-mileage 1993 Toyota Hilux Galaxy (73,658 miles), which is in stunning condition for its age and incorporates a plethora of tasteful upgrades. If you’d like to learn more about the realities of long-term travel in a fifth-gen Hilux, check out Ashley Giordano’s feature on The Travely.
From the Seller:
“There were only about 80 of these made, and to the best we can find, only around 10 have been imported into the United States. Constructed and sold in Japan in the late ’80s and early ’90s, Hilux Galaxy RVs were built on the famously indestructible LN106 Hilux 4×4 solid axle chassis, which uses heavy-duty running gear and a 100 percent fiberglass RV shell (no wood or subfloor to rot). Truly a go-anywhere camper, the Hilux Galaxy’s unparalleled reliability, global serviceability, moderate size, 4×4 running gear, and robust construction make it one of the most versatile and capable overland campers ever made. In the best JDM fashion, interior space is used incredibly efficiently, and it can sleep up to four while storing an amazing amount of gear. We have all service records since we purchased it, and we’ve done frequent oil changes and fluid inspections.”
1993 Toyota Hilux 4×4 Galaxy RV
The Hilux is fitted with a naturally aspirated 2.8-liter diesel motor that produces 90 horsepower and 138 pound-feet of torque. An exceptionally long-lived engine is matched with impressive capability thanks to 4WD, high and low range, manual locking front hubs, all-terrain tires, and armor. Inside, these rugged backcountry attributes are balanced with the following interior comforts:
- Air-conditioning
- Power steering
- Aftermarket stereo
Distinguishing Features
- Front mount spare tire carrier
- Coleman rooftop air-conditioning and Hydroflame propane heater
- Inverter (150 watts)
- Freshwater (25 gallons)
- Onan Microlite generator
- Tiger microwave
- Bathroom/shower with Thetford cassette toilet
This 1993 Toyota Hilux 4×4 Galaxy RV is listed for $45,000 OBO and is currently located in Lyons, Colorado. Check the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.
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