Description
The 'G' grade represents the highest trim level in this series, and the Crown is equipped accordingly: electrically adjustable front and rear seats, electric windows and door mirrors, and oscillating air vents. The air conditioning blows ice cold, and the velour interior is in almost pristine condition for the car's age. The optional premium seat cover on the rear bench is also exceptionally well-preserved.
It offers enough modern safety features to shine as an exotic daily driver, whilst avoiding annoying driving assistance systems that spoil the pleasure of driving.
The underside is dry and corrosion-free; the legendary 2JZ engine asks for nothing except a good run. A mechanically minded owner might be able to squeeze a little more power out of this engine, which is known for being indestructible, though that was never my goal. Where the Crown falls short is its cosmetics.
The original plan was to use the Crown as an exotic daily, as its condition was described as fitting for that purpose. When the car arrived, it looked dreadful. It subsequently spent weeks at the Swissvax flagship store and was detailed over many hours of labour.
The result is good, incredible compared to how it looked before, just not perfect. The bonnet and front bumper had to be resprayed as they were beyond saving. To meet my personal standards, the car would need a complete respray, which was neither planned nor budgeted for. The planned budget was therefore completely blown, and the upcoming homologation postponed further.
The car was never intended as a project vehicle; we already have one of those at home.
Rather than leaving the Crown sitting in the garage indefinitely, after many sleepless nights and with a heavy heart, I have decided to offer this still-somewhat-rough diamond for sale.
I hope to pass it into the hands of another enthusiast who is more skilled at giving the car its finishing touches.
Despite its current minor flaws, this car turns heads everywhere and is a genuine pleasure to drive!
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