Overland Classifieds :: 2008 Land Cruiser 200 Series

The Land Cruiser is arguably the definitive overland vehicle and is a very popular choice for around-the-world travel. We’ve featured a number of adventure-ready examples, including this 2008 200 Series, a 1986 HJ60, and a 1989 Troop Carrier HJ75. Earlier models were designed solely to perform as rugged backcountry workhorses and lacked driver comfort and refinement. Toyota recognized the need to modernize and has since transformed the Land Cruiser with class-leading interior luxury while retaining the platform’s legendary build quality, reliability, and capability. As a result, this iconic 4WD demonstrates it’s possible to own a rig that’s just as comfortable on the commute or school run as it is navigating backcountry trails or crawling technical terrain. In addition, there is enormous aftermarket support for the Land Cruiser, allowing owners to modify and adapt the platform to their specific needs, whether that’s a modular configuration that can be quickly assembled/removed for weekend getaways or a permanent camper interior designed for life on the road. If you’d like a better idea of how the 200 Series can be outfitted for travel, check out the inspiring builds from Equipt Overland, The Sunnyside, and Jailbreak Overlander. Today’s 200 Series has covered 201,000 miles, features a long list of premium modifications, and includes spare parts and accessories “worth $8,000.”

From the Seller:

Sad to sell this Land Cruiser as it has been an epic truck, but I bought a new model, so this one will have to go. It is very well built and maintained meticulously; if the Toyota needed anything, it was taken care of beyond what was needed.”

2008 Land Cruiser 200 Series

The 200 Series is fitted with a V8 engine that produces 381 horsepower, 401 pound-feet of torque, and returns a combined 15 mpg. A powerful, albeit thirsty, motor is matched with class-leading capability thanks to a body-on-frame design, front, center, and rear differentials, TJM snorkel, high and low range, Hill Descent, Hill Start, and Crawl Control, and more. Inside, the Land Cruiser is well-equipped with driver comforts that include:

  • Power and heated leather seats
  • Cruise control
  • Backup camera
  • Premium JBL audio
  • Infotainment system with navigation

Distinguishing Features

  • TRD Supercharger
  • ARB air compressor
  • Superwinch
  • TJM front bumper and ARB rear bumper
  • Radflo coilovers and 2.5-inch lift
  • Metal tech sliders
  • Fuel wheels with Toyo Open Country M/T tires

This 2008 Land Cruiser 200 Series is listed for $40,000 OBO and is currently located in Boulder, Colorado. Check the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.

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No money in the bank, but gas in the tank. Our resident Bikepacking Editor Jack Mac is an exploration photographer and writer living full-time in his 1986 Vanagon Syncro but spends most days at the garage pondering why he didn’t buy a Land Cruiser Troopy. If he’s not watching the Lord of the Rings Trilogy, he can be found mountaineering for Berghaus, sea kayaking for Prijon, or bikepacking for Surly Bikes. Jack most recently spent two years on various assignments in the Arctic Circle but is now back in the UK preparing for his upcoming expeditions—looking at Land Cruisers. Find him on his website, Instagram, or on Facebook under Bicycle Touring Apocalypse.