Description
THE LEGENDARY:
1999 Toyota Land Cruiser 105 GX 4. 5 EFi Manual (FZJ105)
1. Executive Summary
The 1999 Land Cruiser 105 GX is a highly sought-after, heavy-duty 4x4 built specifically for extreme overlanding, remote exploration, and agricultural use. It represents a unique mechanical hybrid: Toyota placed the wider, modern, and more comfortable body of the 100-series onto the ultra-robust, solid-axle chassis of the older 80-series. The result is a vehicle built for ultimate durability, mechanical simplicity, and field serviceability, completely devoid of complex electronic driver aids.
2. Powertrain & Performance
At the core of the FZJ105 is one of Toyota’s most legendary, over-engineered petrol engines.
Engine Code: 1FZ-FE
Type: 4. 5-litre (4, 476 cc) inline 6-cylinder, 24-valve, DOHC
Fuel Delivery: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFi)
Power Output: 158 kW (212 hp) @ 4, 600 rpm
Torque Output: 373 Nm @ 3, 200 rpm
Transmission: Heavy-duty H151F 5-speed manual
3. Chassis, Drivetrain & Off-Road Capability
While the premium 100-series VX moved to Independent Front Suspension (IFS) for road comfort, the 105-series GX retained commercial-grade underpinnings for maximum off-road survival.
Drive System: Permanent (full-time) four-wheel drive.
Transfer Case: Manual high and low-range selector.
Suspension: Solid live axles front and rear, supported by heavy-duty coil springs. This configuration delivers massive wheel articulation and exceptional strength.
Differential Locks: Factory-fitted selectable front, centre, and rear differential locks (standard configuration for South African and Australian market GX specifications).
Tyers: BF Goodrich ALL- Terrain 265/ 75-16
4. Dimensions, Capacities & Utility
Dimensions: 4, 890 mm (Length) × 1, 940 mm (Width) × 1, 890 mm (Height)
Wheelbase: 2, 850 mm
Ground Clearance: 220 mm (factory standard)
Fuel Capacity: Factory 145-litre dual-tank system (95-litre main tank + 50-litre sub-tank), switchable via a dashboard button to offset the high fuel consumption.
Seating Configuration: Available as a 4-seater or 2-seater (featuring removable, side-folding bench seats).
Rear Access: Typically features traditional vertically splitting tailgate doors, though
5. KENWOOD DMX 5020S Bluetooth Radio
6. 8-inch Capacitive Touchscreen: High-contrast, bright display with smooth touch response.
Short Chassis (75mm Deep): Reduced mounting depth makes installation easy in tight dashboard spaces.
White Key Illumination: Modern white lighting for the physical side buttons.
Smartphone Connectivity
Wired Apple CarPlay: Access iPhone maps, messages, calls, and music via USB.
Wired Android Auto: Access Android navigation, apps, and voice control via USB.
USB Mirroring for Android: Mirror and control your Android phone screen using the "Mirroring OA for KENWOOD" app.
Built-in Bluetooth: Supports hands-free calling and wireless audio streaming.
Audio & Video Performance
13-Band Graphic EQ: Detailed frequency adjustment to tune sound to your preference.
Digital Time Alignment (DTA): Adjusts speaker delay to optimize soundstage positioning for the driver.
High-Res Audio & Full HD: Plays FLAC audio files and Full HD video files via USB.
2 Pre-outs + Subwoofer Out: 2. 0V pre-outs to connect external amplifiers and subwoofers.
Expandability & Safety
Rear Camera Input: Dedicated input for a backup camera with parking guide lines.
Steering Wheel Control Ready: Compatible with factory steering wheel controls via an optional adapter.
Rapid USB Charging: Rear USB port delivers up to 2. 1A to charge your phone quickly
