Stock #6514
Exterior Overview
Keen Toyota enthusiasts are catching on, the J78 Prado is a heck of a buy, and is proving time and time again to be the go-to choice for retro daily drivability. Forget an FJ Cruiser or any drab Heritage edition, this 70 series is the real deal, based on a true old-school body on frame light-duty chassis. Our 1996 Prado SX is a great unit, finished in Dark Emerald Pearl/Oyster Pearl (26Z) and set off by a factory rear tire mount, factory front rainguards and refinished OEM 16″ Hilux Surf wheels. The 129k verified and documented miles on the clock are also a welcome sight, as any Toyota nut knows this Cruiser is barely broken in! Fresh off a recent service, these long wheelbase Prados are a continuous favorite, as they’re easy to putt around and break plenty of necks at the local Cars & Coffee. You can call it a dependable truck, a formidable off-roader, or your next overland rig, as long as you call it a Japanese Classic!


Interior Overview


Mechanical Overview
The 1KZ-TE under the bonnet steals the show, and is far peppier and easier to service than most 70 series drivetrains. Ours also has loads of good service done, and churns over swiftly. From there, the accessories needed a bit of attention, and a brand new A/C compressor was installed alongside a freshly rebuilt power steering pump. A new valve cover gasket and half-moon seal were installed for good measure, to keep the lubricant from our oil and filter service internal. Lastly, we tended to a new fuel filter and intake air filter, to keep contaminants out of your combustion chamber. From there, it was ready to tackle its first road test, and the 3.0TD performed like a champ! To keep the automatic gearbox healthy, we performed a fluid service and it goes through the tree smoothly and predictably. The transmission shoots power rearward, and selective 4WD is on hand to aid off-road escapades, with a new front output seal installed on the transfer case for good measure. To further shore up the driveline, we rebuilt both front hubs with new bearings and seals, and bolstered the suspension with all new trailing arm bushings, and new bushings in the front panhard bar to keep handling predictable. A fresh alignment capped off the laundry list of service, and we wanted to note the power steering is on point, and the brakes grab hard too! We wrapped the freshly refinished alloys in brand new Falken 31″ rubber to really seal the deal. Stylish and full of traction, you’ll be set for tens of thousands of miles of old-school cruising to come!


*California Residents: In order to register a Grey Market vehicle in the state of California then it will have to be made CARB compliant first. CARB certifications will have to be performed within the state. Depending on the vehicle and any existing modifications will affect the pricing. Typically CARB compliance will range between 5-10K. Additional information can be found on the California Air Resources Board website.