This Toyota is stored in our Aiken, SC climate-controlled warehouse and comes with a current South Carolina title. The vehicle shown is 100% owned, maintained, and driven by us here at Car Cave. For more pictures and information, please visit www.carcaveusa.com. Car Cave keeps a variety of left-hand-drive Land Cruisers and Hilux trucks in stock. Watch the walk-around video on our YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/QmE1NozIze4.

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The KZJ73 shown here is an excellent example of our favorite 70 Series showing the original paint finished in the Medium Red Pearl (Toyota Paint Code 3H4) with original graphics. A excellent color combo and period correct look. It’s an outstanding, unmolested representation of the iconic and rare Land Cruiser hardtop convertible with factory air conditioning. The KZJ73 was only built for the European market for 3 years making it a hard find. We enjoy this model due to the coil springs (in comparison to the leaf springs on the B and HZJ) and engine with lots of pep.

This 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser KZJ73 is a left-hand-drive European-spec model sold new in Southern France on September 9, 1993. Car Cave purchased this beautiful Red Pearl KZJ73 from Monsieur Julien, located in Montferrand, France. Vitrolles is part of the drier region of Southern France, on the same latitude as Spain and Italy, and that dry climate helped to maintain this vehicle.

Europe was the only market lucky enough to receive the left-hand-drive, coil-sprung KZJ73 equipped with the 1KZ-T engine—our favorite 70 Series platform. The 1KZ-T (as opposed to the 1KZ-TE) features the sought-after mechanical injection pump and was built without an EGR valve—a major advantage when tuning and for keeping exhaust gas temperatures down.

Upgrades and Features:

• Air Conditioning
• Removable FRP Hard Top
• 3.0L 1KZ Turbo Diesel
• 5-Speed Manual
• Limited Slip Rear Differential
• Suspension Front Seats
• 31×10.50R15 BF Goodrich All Terrain Tires
• 6-Spoke Chrome Factory Toyota Wheels
• Electric Push-Button Front Hubs
• Electric Push-Button 4WD
• Factory Dual Batteries
• Rear Tire Carrier with Spare
• Running Boards
• Tilt Steering Wheel
• Rear Defrost
• Rear Wiper
• Floor-Shift Hi/Low Transfer Case
• Altimeter
• Tilt Meter
• Power Windows
• Power Locks
• Sony CD Player
• Rear Barn Doors
• Mud Flaps
• Trailer Hitch

Recent maintenance includes a timing belt completed by the previous owner. Car Cave did an extensive list of maintenance including full oil and filter service, new air and fuel filters, a replacement lower oil pan gasket, and new gaskets and seals for the valve cover, turbo, and differentials. The vehicle also received a new alternator. The braking system was thoroughly serviced with a new master cylinder, brake fluid flush, new pads, hardware, and hoses all around, rear drums, and a parking brake overhaul. The clutch system was bled, and the drivetrain received a full inspection and service.

Additional improvements included a new heater control knob, alignment, tire balancing, and fresh fluids throughout. The Land Cruiser also received a full detail and exterior refresh, including a five-stage paint correction, engine bay detail, interior deep clean, and freshly repainted fender flares. The result is a well-sorted and dialed-in KZJ73 that’s ready for road or trail with a clean bill of health and recent service totaling over $7,100.

A 3.0L turbo diesel powers this Land Cruiser, mated to a five-speed manual transmission and a two-speed transfer case. The smooth-running, ultra-reliable Toyota 1KZ-T is a 2,982cc single overhead cam, indirect injection turbo diesel. The timing belt has been replaced recently. The front hubs are factory push button activated, with push-button 4WD high range and a floor-shifted transfer case for low-range situations. This Cruiser is finished in its original factory Medium Red Pearl, with no signs of previous paintwork. The fiberglass removable FRP top is shown in a contrasting original white.

Aftermarket upgrades on this Land Cruiser are minimal, limited to a Sony CD Player and a trailer ball in the rear—which is just fine by us, as the KZJ73 drives exceptionally well in stock form both on and off-road. Underneath the FRP top is a factory-integrated roll cage, allowing rear passengers to enjoy the safety of three-point seatbelts. The grey carpets and Grey Moon Mist cloth interior are both original and in great condition. The driver’s seat does have a tear on the bottom cushion. We did not want to repair it as the vehicle is all original.

Factory options include power locks, power steering, a center console, power windows, tilt steering wheel, rear barn doors, rear wiper, digital clock, and rear defrost. The original factory Toyota altimeter and inclinometer are still present. The vehicle is currently fitted with BF Goodrich All Terrain 31×10.50R15 tires mounted on the factory 15″ chrome wheels.

The removable top and integrated roll cage make this a versatile platform, and several aftermarket suppliers offer soft top kits to further customize this vehicle. The windshield also folds down onto the hood—perfect for a throwback overlanding experience with the wind in your face. Car Cave is extremely familiar with 70 Series Land Cruisers and can modify them to suit any vision.

Body Data Plate Information:

• Model: KZJ73LV MEXW
• C/TR/A/TM: 3H4 FA10 G975 R150F
• Year: 1993–1996
• Sales Region: Europe
• Frame: KZJ73
• Grade: LX
• Body: HT
• Model: Land Cruiser 70
• Engine: 1KZ-T
• Driver’s Position: LHD
• Fuel Induction: Diesel
• Color Code: 3H4 Medium Red Pearl
• Trim Code: FA10 Fabric Grey Moon Mist
• Axle Code: G975 – 8″ Limited Slip, 4.222:1 Ratio
• Transmission Code: R150 – Manual 5-Speed

At Car Cave, we believe that a driven vehicle is a healthy vehicle. This vehicle is on display in our showroom in Aiken, South Carolina. For further information, please call us at (803) 262-4742.

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