Introduction to the 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser VX-R
Meet the majestic 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser VX-R, a vehicle that’s taken a journey from the sun-scorched roads of Saudi Arabia to the winding lanes of the US. Originally imported by its previous owner, this beast of a machine now falls under the caring eye of its selling dealer in 2024. Powering this regal ride is a solid 4.5L 1FZ-FE inline-six, married perfectly to a five-speed manual transmission. It’s got all the bells and whistles an off-road enthusiast could ask for, including a dual-range transfer case and locking differentials at the front, center, and rear. Clad in a pristine white exterior, it boasts a well-kept interior of black and patterned velour upholstery.
Features Galore
- Suspension lift kit
- Steering stabilizer bar
- 16″ alloy wheels with BFGoodrich All-Terrain tires
- Front winch and sunroof
- Pintle hitch and secondary fuel tank
- Running boards and folding third-row seats
- Refrigerated center console cooler
- Aftermarket stereo and keyless entry
- Automatic climate control with rear heating and air conditioning
Ahead of its sale, mechanics overhauled the suspension and gave the brakes a complete service. Now, this FZJ80 comes complete with two sets of keys, recent parts invoices, and a clean Maryland title.
Exterior and Modifications
This truck is pure eye candy in White (045). Adorned with tan side graphics and the proud VX-R badge, it flaunts features like a sunroof, a hood ornament, and power-adjustable side mirrors. Running boards, mud flaps, a pintle hitch, and a rear window wiper add to its robust character. The front power-take-off driven winch now operates remotely—a nifty touch according to the dealer. While it mostly gleams, some minor exterior imperfections linger as seen in the gallery below.
Enhanced Performance
Ride comfort? Check. It sports a souped-up suspension courtesy of a Dobinsons Spring & Suspension 2″ lift kit and a steering stabilizer bar. Credit goes to 4X4 Rides of Hagerstown, Maryland for this 2025 transformation. Check out the invoice in the gallery; it details all new components, from lower front control arm bushings to a shiny new brake master cylinder. An alignment puts the icing on this mechanical cake. Don’t forget the wheels—a sturdy set of 16″ alloys dressed in fresh 285/75 BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A K03 tires. As a bonus, there’s a spare tire mounted on a swing-away carrier and another tucked behind the rear axle.
Interior Comfort
Step inside, and it’s all about cozy yet functional living. Front bucket seats join a second-row bench and foldable third-row seats, all upholstered in a charmingly aged black velour with striped inserts. Convenience is key with power windows, mirrors, and locks, topped off with a trendy refrigerated center console cooler. Rock out with your aftermarket stereo unit and enjoy the luxury of keyless entry. The cabin keeps its cool thanks to automatic climate control paired with rear air conditioning and heat. But a small heads up—heat and air controls are a bit shy, preferring the “low” setting to “medium” and “high.” The dealer advises swapping out the air conditioning module for full command.
Dashboard Details
A three-spoke steering wheel acts as your command center, framing a speedometer (reading up to 200 km/h), a tachometer, and gauges keeping track of oil pressure, coolant temperature, voltage, and fuel. With a six-digit odometer displaying 226k kilometers (or about 141k miles)—1k of which was added under current ownership—you’re assured this ride’s got plenty of life left. Just a footnote, one of the odometer barrels seems a bit bashful and gets stuck between digits now and then.
Engine and Drivetrain
Under the hood beats the heart of a champion—a 4.5L 1FZ-FE inline-six commanding the landscape with a single downdraft carburetor. Nestled alongside is a secondary fuel tank for those longer adventures. This trusty sidekick saw a new starter in February 2024, and the dealer reports some recent TLC—new power steering pump, alternator, radiator, water pump, fuel filter, and front crankshaft pulley all joined the ranks.
All four wheels catch the drive, led by a five-speed manual transmission and a dual-range transfer case. With locking differentials at the front, center, and rear, this machine is ever-ready to conquer rocky trails.