Sold - 1991 Toyota HIACE Cruising Cabin (Only 15K Miles!)

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This is a Right Hand Drive 1991 LH113 Toyota HIACE with the Toyota factory Cruising Cabin Pop-Top camper van kit. These camper vans are extremely rare as Toyota only manufactured a select few in house (It is believed there were only 250 units total) specifically for the Japanese market. At only 15,700 miles this example has the fewest miles of any Cruising Cabin that I could find in Japan or the rest of the world for that matter. Between the low production number, extremely low milage, and good condition this van is a rare collectable. I personally imported this van in 2022 over a 5 month process, this is not a quick flip import like you might see elsewhere. It received a Level 4 auction grade which is the highest grade for a vintage vehicle. I purchased a private inspection and Japan carfax report before bidding to ensure it was properly represented. I've spent two years maintaining and modifying this incredible time capsule. This Van feels stable and strong at 70mph as well as nimble and capable off-road to get you to those remote camping areas. The new suspension feels great and is a huge improvement over stock. I could only find 1 registered owner in Japan for this Van and I am the only US owner since import so I am confident in assuming I am the second owner in the 33 years since this van was manufactured. Over the last 2 years this van has been stored in my temperature controlled garage. I am only selling as it is currently my 5th vehicle and I have yet to be able to get away even once for a camping trip since ownership. I have put only 400 miles on the van since my ownership. This Van has a clean Arizona title, in my name. Price is firm, Sorry no trades, please read the entire listing, I will not respond to questions that are already addressed here. Drivetrain: 2.8L N/A Diesel 4cly (3L) engine, touted for its reliability and known to go 400,000 miles without major service. Automatic Transmission with Overdrive. RWD with ARB selectable read diff Locker. After also owning an AWD Hiace I find the RWD with locker to be a better setup for this camper. The limiting factor of this van off-road is its ground clearance, without major body, frame, and suspension modifications the current setup on this Cruising Cabin displays its max ground clearance. The simplicity of the RWD drivetrain and improved MPG make it a great all around setup, perfect for cruising Americas scenic highways and getting off the beaten path to find those private camping locations. Interior: This particular camper van still has all original parts - awning (with warranty card from 1991), toolbox, owners manuals, and super cool original dealer brochures etc. 3 mode interior consists of Dinette setup (seats facing each other with table in between), Road setup (2 rows of seats), or sleeper setup with the lay-flat seating for 2. Seat belts for 7 passengers. Sleeps 4 comfortably (two in the loft and two in the convertible bed down low). Pop Top allows for standing room inside the cabin for easy cooking. Two burner propane stove (Have never used but looks to be in perfect condition). Sink with electric water pump. Original 12v fridge that still looks new! 2 New engine batteries and a coach battery for camper appliances. All around Curtains for 100% privacy. Dual Zone A/C that was recently serviced and working great. Dual Zone Heat. Pioneer MVH-1400NEX Digital Multimedia 6.2" Display with Apple CarPlay & Android devices. (Comes with reverse camera that is not yet installed.) Tasteful Upgrades: Toyota OEM Intake Snorkel (keeps the intake away from that desert road dust). New oversized All-Terrain BFG KO2 Tires 215/75R15. Upgraded from original 14" Steel wheels to lighter 15" Aluminum Wheels. (Still have the original wheels/tires.) Custom TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System). 2 Stage Ceramic Paint Correction. JDM screen window inserts for great ventilation. New Hiace specific, rubber, Off-Road floor mats. On board Air Compressor for rear diff locker and airing up tires or blowing off dust/water. Selectable Locking Rear differential with ARB Air Locker. Rear diff re-geared to lower RPM for easy driving on the higher speed freeways of the Americas. Custom and brand new 2" memory foam bed toppers with 100% cotton slip-covers for both sleeping areas for maximum sleep comfort ($500 value). Suspension: 2" suspension lift with custom rear shackles and extra low profile front bump stops. New extended Bilstein 4800 Shocks. Recent Maintenance: Full Timing Belt Job Water Pump Thermostat Radiator cap OEM Radiator removed, boiled out, and rodded to ensure perfect flow and cooling. New radiator hoses New coolant Diesel filter Diesel fuel lines to injecotor pump Air filter Drive shaft grease up & New Axle boots Auto Transmission completely rebuilt and under 1 year warranty. Differential oil change Engine oil change Oil filter Recent alignment after lift install. Things to know: - Minor dents in body consistent with age. Rear tailgate garnish is cracked. Missing cabin overhead lamp cover. - Minor rust bubbles in paint around bottom of windshield/ wiper arm area. About the size of a pea. - Some rust on the passenger leaf spring mount perch, took it to a shop who thought it is was still structurally solid. They treated it with rust inhibitor and new paint. - There is a small amount of surface rust on the undercarriage, I have not tried to remedy this to allow for complete transparency. This van is the most rust free import I have seen from Japan and is amazingly rust free for its age.. - Minor carpet damage/stains consistent with age. Other comparable Hiaces sales have recently sold for $30,000 and $32,000 respectively. These comps have x5 to x10 times more miles than this example. All major services have been preformed and should be ready for 60K miles of pure adventure!

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