The Land Cruiser is a firm favorite on the forum with recent examples including this 1983 FJ60, 1994 w/ Alu-Cab Thor Top, and a 1996 HZJ75. It’s a vehicle synonymous with bulletproof reliability and rugged backcountry capability and is widely considered a pinnacle overland platform. The Prado is something of an underappreciated value within the Land Cruiser lineup despite a plethora of desirable attributes. It’s a favorite with the Expedition Portal team and was subsequently chosen as a Project Vehicle. Publisher Scott Brady states, “From 1985-1996, Toyota Araco plant produced a lighter-duty version of the 70 Series and called it the Land Cruiser II, Prado, or Bundera, depending on the market. Crucially, the manufacturing location was the same as the other 70-Series trucks. The Araco plant is renowned for quality and has produced the HD Land Cruisers for decades.” The model’s reputation for quality ensures there’s no shortage of inspiring builds online from the likes of Trails and Trucks, The Overland Truck Store, and Adventure Rig. Cue today’s 1991 Land Cruiser Prado LJ78, which has been uprated with a range of premium parts and accessories. In addition, it features a fetching 70-Series front clip, which totally transforms and modernizes the Prado’s appearance.
From the Seller:
“A wonderful Land Cruiser looking for a good home! It’s recently undergone work on the alternator, brakes, timing belt, fuel pump and filter, and finally, a wheel balance and alignment.”
1991 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
The Prado is fitted with a 2.4-liter turbo diesel motor that produces 90 horsepower and 139 pound-feet of torque and is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. A dependable engine and drivetrain are matched with impressive capability thanks to 4WD, high and low range, a rear locking Eaton E-locker, snorkel, and an uprated and lifted suspension. These rugged attributes are balanced with basic driver comforts.
Distinguishing Features
- ARB Bumper
- Old Man Emu Nitro Charger Shocks and 2-inch lift
- Method steel wheels with BFGoodrich KO2 tires
- Smittybilt X20 winch
- Rhino-Rack crossbars with extra mounting points
- Flywheel upgrade
- 70-Series front clip
This 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado is listed for $30,000 and is currently located in San Diego, California. Check the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.
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