9 weeks ago

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 and 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 300 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.

Interior: This particular camper van still has all original parts - awning (with warranty card from 1991), toolbox, owners manuals, and 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.
Sink with electric water pump.
Original 12v fridge that looks like it has never been used!
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. 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 road dust).
New oversized 215/75R15 BFG KO2 Tires.
Upgraded from original 14" Steel wheels to 15" Aluminum Wheels. OEM wheels included in sale.
Custom TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System.)
2 Stage Paint Correction.
JDM screen window inserts for great ventilation.
Hiace specific front rubber off-road floor mats.
Comes with a spare rear diff with ARB Air Locker already installed. This should be an easy swap. Custom and brand new 2" memory foam 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 front low profile bump stops.
New extended Bilstein 4800 Shocks.

Recent Maintenance:
Thermostat
Radiator cap
Coolant flushing & new coolant
Fuel filter
Air filter
Drive shaft grease up & New Axle boots
ATF change
Differential oil change
Engine oil change
Oil filter
Recent alignment after lift install.

Things to know: - Minor dents in body consistent with age. - Minor rust bubbles in paint around bottom of windshield/ wiper arm area. - 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. A simple steel brush and rattle can rust reformer would be a perfect fix. - The speedometer stopped working for me last year, I have not bothered to fix it as between it reading in Kilometers and the larger tires it really wasn't very helpful. I have been using the GPS on the headunit for speed reading. - Minor carpet damage/stains consistent with age. - Diesel injection pump had a leak last winter; it hasn't recurred in warmer weather. A reseal kit is included. Repair costs ranging from $200 to $2,000 depending on which seal on the pump that might need replaced. - AC has a slow leak in the system. After a few months it needs to be recharged. The AC shop filled the system with UV Dye to help located the leak in the future.

Other comparable Hiaces sales have recently sold for $30,000 and $32,000 respectively. These comps have 5 to 10 times more miles than this example.