Grey Import - 60 series

Instead of a silver compliance plate under the bonnet it should have a green one if it is a import.

I have found out it is a grey import

My question now is how much is it worth?

It is in good nic

Hi Craig,

I've had one of these for a couple of years. Yes it is a grey import if it runs a 24v electrical system. They are called the NATO pack - winch, big mother hook on the back, 24v and they often had heaps of cool extras not available/common in Aus. Some have cable diff locks.

How much is it worth? I think I paid around $16 for mine a couple of years ago with 91k on the clock. I'd imagine $12k for one with a few more kms and now they are a bit older. They are 1989 models generally.

Has it been used in Aus or is it a fresh import?

Issues to look for.

Rust in the chassis down the back from wheel spray. Rust in the chassis anywhere really. My body is perfect, he says modestly.... but the chassis is worse for wear. I had a bit of bad luck with things such as the clutch needing replacing, springs, and leaking gaskets on the gearbox transfer case, front hub seals, new tyres.

The 24v system provides it's own challenges, but these are not insurmountable and you get to learn lots. It's not so much the 24v that is an issue, it's the fact we choose to run 12v stuff that leads to the learning curve.

Craig what you are buying is a 60 series Landcruiser with a highly regarded turbo engine and auto in good condition and with lots of extras. The only real difference is the 24v electrics. Contrary to hearsay, which you get a bit of on this site, I have not come across ANY issues with insurance, licensing, parts in WA.

The Jap language stickers are an interesting side light, that once you've used the thing once you pay no attention to anyway. Does anyone pay attention to English stickers?

Given they are a 60 series, they are well known all over Aus, well regarded as an offroad tourer, and as someone said to me soon after I bought it, a great way to get into 4WD. I really enjoy mine.

Tim

G'day ozcraig, I was just doing a search on the HJ61 turbo diesel and I saw a Sahara on ebay and he only wants $18000 for it. 108K I think was the Kms, but $18000!!
Don't like his chances much.
There are others ranging from about $7000 I think but not 12HT, and not necessarily Sahara.
Not sure I would put a lot of faith in the Kms on the clock, but if the car gets a good mechanical report, go for it.
My Sahara is 20 years old this year and has been super reliable and the 12HT is really quite economical.
Dave

Hi there, you have recieved good advice so far, the only issues you may encounter is trying to get parts for the 24v system in the event of an electrical failure. That said these things are near bulletproof, they are tough as nails, go everywhere that later models will go and won't tear a big hole in your wallet.
Spend the money on quality suspension, shocks etc. load your vehicle up see how it sits & handles. I had my (new) rear springs reset and another leaf added after a big trip, found it was too soft and bottoming out.
Invest in some rear shock savers. I made a set for our trip around Oz and these things copped a flogging, the shocks would have certainly failed if not for the covers.
A three inch exhaust helps these engines too.
If you like it and it checks out ok, fits the budget then go for it, you will love it!