The 80-Series Land Cruiser (sold in the United States from 1991-97) was known for being a legendary 4×4. The Pick of the Day is a 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser that illustrates just how well the design has held up, even 30-plus years later. The sport utility vehicle is listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a private seller in Burlington, Kentucky.
“Never off-road, in great condition,” the seller says.
The Land Cruiser was engineered — even over-engineered — for maximum rugged capability. As a change from prior versions, the 80-series came with coil springs on both axles for improved off-road articulation. And when coupled with a full-time four-wheel-drive system and available front and rear locking differentials, it was nearly unstoppable on any terrain.
A magazine ad for the Land Cruiser said, “Darwin was right. For more than forty years, the Toyota Land Cruiser has roamed the earth as a dominant species. Each new generation, becoming stronger and better adapted to the harsh environments in which it’s so often found.”
This 1991 Land Cruiser looks to be in great shape for being 35 years old. Exterior features include an ARB brush guard, color-keyed fender flares, tinted windows, black body side moldings, power moonroof, rear window wiper, and receiver hitch. The listing says that the BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A tires are newer.
The cabin is cavernous, boasting three rows of seating for seven occupants. Features include air conditioning, power steering, power windows, power door locks, and Kenwood AM/FM/CD audio system. The tailgate has a clever split-folding design which allows for easy cargo loading out back.
Under the hood is a 3F-E 4.0-liter inline-six mated to a four-speed automatic transmission and a dual-range transfer case. As a bonus for anyone planning to head to the trails of Moab, it is also optioned with a center locking differential. The odometer reads 199,236 miles.
If you’ve ever wanted to get in on the Land Cruiser game, this well-kept first-year 80-series is just the ticket. Even at 35 years old and about 200,000 miles, it is a perfect illustration that Darwin’s “Survival of the Fittest” can apply to sport utility vehicles.
The seller is asking $19,800.
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