The best FJ80 model?

[Christian P.]

So when I was at the Allrad show in Germany a couple weeks ago, there were discussions about how this model/powertrain combo could be the best one to get:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1996-TOYOTA-L...8627543?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item3f0b115f57

-24V Turbo Diesel
-Manual
-Factory Lockers
-No airbags

 

[targa88]

Nice vehicle (1996 was near the end of the run for the HDJ81). 1997 there was a Collector's edition - few extra trim not necessarily a better expedition vehicle. 4.2L Turbo = engine that will last for a long time...

 

[Pskhaat]

All I know is the combo in the picture below say it all:

 

[Sparky34]

I think the best 80series you can get is a 1993 or 1994 HDJ80 with 12V Turbo Diesel (more reliable), manual gearbox, factory lockers, no airbags and LHD.

Like the one I have , except that mine is with automatic gearbox...

 

[ssssnake529]

Something tells me that this combo was never offered in the United States.

 

[ChuckB]

Something tells me that this combo was never offered in the United States.

Something tells you right

 

[1leglance]

I like the Aussie editions that have barn doors...along with the the turbo diesel, lockers & man trans of course

 

[thecriscokid]

Whichever one sits in your garage, right?
I'm only saying that because I can't easily have a HDJ in the U.S.
I like my 94 locked FZJ. If I were planning on round the world trip. I would surely move somewhere to acquire and build the 12v Td locked and manual model, pop top roof too.
They are all good if you ask me

 

[Jacket]

Certainly the best color scheme!

 

[Jacket]

I like the Aussie editions that have barn doors...

Barn doors suck. The tailgate has so many practical and functional uses.