Highlights

Turbocharged 12HT-powered HJ61: a model never sold in the UK
Benefits from a life spent on Japan's salt-free roads
Recent mechanical work, including new turbo, suspension bushes, shackles, water pump, and hub seals
Flagship specification with factory winch, Recaro seats, air conditioning, and electric sunroof
Recently imported from Japan and serviced, ready for its next keeper

The Appeal

4x4 enthusiasts will know that the HJ61 sits at the pinnacle of the 60-series Land Cruiser lineage, powered by the formidable turbocharged 12HT diesel engine and loaded with a specification that was remarkably generous for its era. Never officially sold in the UK, these flagship models have become highly sought after, and the vendor describes this as possibly the most desirable Land Cruiser variant and the best ever built.

This 1988 example was imported from Japan in 2025 and arrives in impressively preserved condition, complete with '80s striped livery and brown interior. Inside, the vendor informs us that original seat covers have protected the upholstery since new, resulting in an interior that they describe as being in very good order, with no dashboard cracks and fully functioning electrics throughout.

Mechanically, this Land Cruiser has benefited from significant recent investment. A new turbo, water pump, stainless steel exhaust, front hub seals, and a complete set of suspension bushes and shackles have all been fitted. The vendor states that the engine runs with what they describe as perfect oil pressure and vacuum, producing no smoke. With its factory winch, electric 4WD transfer, and freewheeling hubs, this is a supremely capable machine that the vendor reports is also comfortable and easy to drive, readily keeping pace with modern motorway traffic.

For those seeking a usable, well-sorted example of Toyota's legendary workhorse in its most desirable guise, this HJ61 warrants very serious consideration.

Key Information

Mileage: 229,929 km indicated
Country of registration: UK (imported from Japan in 2025)
Technical inspection status: MOT to 25th February 2027 with no advisories
Technical specs: turbocharged 12HT diesel engine, five-speed manual gearbox, four-wheel drive

The Detail

Original radio present and working
Sunroof reportedly operates correctly
Fitted with optional extra weighted sprung seats
Upper bolt hole present for upgrading rear seat belts to three-point
The vendor states the engine produces no smoke, with correct oil pressure and a sound vacuum system
Factory winch fitted
Standard specification includes Recaro seats, power-assisted steering, air conditioning, central locking, electric windows and sunroof, electric 4WD transfer with freewheeling hubs, turbo gauge, and rear heater

List of recent work as follows:

New OldManEmu shocks £500
New Shakes and pins front and rear
New suspension bushes front and rear
New sway bars
New anti roll bar bushes front and back
New expansion tank
New brake hoses
New Grill and light surrounds
New rear lights, side lights, indicators, side repeaters, fog light
New air, Oil and Fuel filter
New engine oil, rear differential oil, clutch and brake fluid
New coolant.
New Decals and badges
New wipers
New steering damper

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