An exceptionally rare Land Cruiser spec with provenance, pedigree, and preservation.

This 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser HDJ81 is not your average 80 Series. Powered by the legendary 1HD-FT 4.2L turbo diesel inline-six and paired with the coveted factory 5-speed manual transmission, this JDM-market example delivers unmatched mechanical integrity and long-haul capability. With just 61,000 original miles, it stands as one of the finest examples of its kind available today.

Originally special-ordered  through Tokyo Toyota and owned by NTT (Nippon Telegraph and Telephone) — one of Japan’s most historic and influential corporations — this HDJ81 served in their private fleet from new. Spec’d for practical, durable use, it was delivered in the rare narrow-body configuration with rear barn doors, ideal for utility and off-road accessibility.

Finished in its original Toyota Silver (Paint Code 181) over a factory cloth interior, this Land Cruiser remains in highly original condition throughout. It still retains:

• Original all-weather Land Cruiser floor mats

• AC / Heat, power locks, windows, mirrors. 

• Three factory Toyota keys

• Factory original tape deck / AM / FM

• OEM badging, trim, and drivetrain

• Stock suspension and OEM Toyota 16 Inch Factory steel wheels

• New BFG K03 Tires all around

• Unmodified engine and driveline

• Timing belt + Water Pump and seals replaced in 2023, at 60k miles

A true time capsule, this HDJ81 has never been restored or repainted. Its presentation is clean, honest, and reflective of respectful fleet stewardship rather than hard use or off-road abuse.

Whether you’re a collector, an overland enthusiast, or simply someone who knows what the 1HD-FT is worth in a manual, barn-door package — this Land Cruiser is a unicorn. Its rarity, low mileage, and corporate fleet history make it stand out in a sea of tired, over-accessorized examples.

Specs:

• Model: 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser HDJ81

• Engine: 1HD-FT 4.2L Inline-6 Turbo Diesel

• Transmission: Factory 5-Speed Manual H151F

• Mileage: 61,000 Original Miles (Verified)

• Configuration: Narrow Body, Rear Barn Doors

• Color: Toyota Silver (Code 181)

• Interior: Factory Cloth with Original Mats

• Keys: Includes All 3 Original Factory Keys

• Many new all OEM Toyota Parts replaced as part of our refresh process at Ottoex

Flaws include various screw holes where equipment was originally mounted on the truck by NTT.

Serious inquiries only. This is a rare opportunity to own one of the most desirable Land Cruiser configurations ever produced, in original condition, with documented low mileage and a unique corporate provenance.

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