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VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): JT3HJ85J1V0186806
Year: 1997
Number of Cylinders: 6
Make: Toyota
Model: Land Cruiser
Trim: Base Sport Utility 4-Door
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: 4WD
Options: Sunroof, Cassette Player, 4-Wheel Drive, Leather Seats, CD Player
Mileage: 143,900
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbags
Sub Model: DEALER SERVICED
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Exterior Color: White
Interior Color: Tan
About Us
We are a licensed independent used car dealer in the State of Virginia. We strive to offer hand picked vehicles at rock bottom wholesale prices while giving the attention and courteous support to each individual client. We are with you every step of the way including assisting with arranging transportation after the deal is done. We stand behind ALL of our cars 100%. We do our very best with listing and describing our vehicles on eBay. Please enjoy the extensive amount of photos we include for each car to help bridge the gap of buying a car sight unseen. By reading our feedback, you can see you are buying from professionals. Please READ OUR TERMS before bidding. By bidding, you are entering into a legally binding contract. If you don't have financing in place, do not bid until you have financing in place. All cars are sold with a clean and clear title along with 30 day tags, some titles will take up to 2 weeks to receive. Good luck bidding and if you need anything, please let us know. If you have any questions, ask before bidding. Thanks!!!
1997 Toyota Land Cruiser
Thanks for viewing this gorgeous 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser offered by Davis AutoSports!!!! Like with all of our vehicles here, this is a Carfax Certified Buy Back Vehicle. This 2 OWNER Land Cruiser is in ABSOLUTELY AMAZING condition in every aspect for the year and mileage. The previous owner took great care of this truck both cosmetically and more importantly mechanically. This rare find will come with a VA state inspection to assure that it is in great mechanical condition!!!! This SUV looks and drives GREAT!!! This generation Land Cruiser is getting VERY hard to come across specially in this type of condition and mileage. We sell a lot of these trucks here at Davis Autosports and we know what to look for when it comes time for us to buy them so rest assure you are getting a great truck. THIS TRUCK HAS BEEN DEALER SERVICED SINCE DAY 1 OF OWNERSHIP !!!!! This Land Cruiser also has the Collectors Edition and Limited Packages !!!! Please keep in mind while bidding, the Land Cruiser has BRAND NEW TIRES !!!!!!!
Exterior Condition The exterior of this vehicle is in AMAZING condition for the year and has been well cared for. The paint has a great shine and smooth finish. The wheels are in BRAND NEW CONDITION AS ARE THE TIRES!!! ALL Panels on this truck are 100% original and all panels have the factory issued VIN plates on them. I tried to include as many pictures as possible so you can see the true condition of the car.....This CRUISER is GORGEOUS in person. You will be very very impressed with with the condition of exterior. Please keep in mind this is a pre-owend vehicle so it will show some very minor wear. Please make sure to view all 120 pics and HD video to see this trucks true and incredible condition.
Interior Condition
The interior of this Land Cruiser is simply STUNNING for the year and mileage. The carpets look great as you will see in the photos, the factory "COLLECTORS EDITION" floor mats are 100% flawless as they protected by heavy duty rubber all weather mats. The seats look AMAZING for the year and mileage. The seats in these trucks typically show ALOT of wear, but NOT this truck, the seats are practically new. All dash areas and door panels are very clean with no wear. The AC is ICE ICE cold. The photos below will show EVERY part of the interior so you can see for yourself how clean it is.
This truck is in great condition in every way, the motor runs great and is very strong and starts up fine with no issues. All driving components work just as they should, the tranny is nice and tight and shifts very smooth, the brakes work great as they were just serviced. The complete drive-train has no issues. As great condition as this car is, IT IS a pre owned car therefore you will find some minor wear from it being driven, both interior and exterior. I would also like to add the AC is ICE cold !!!
CARFAX SHOWS THIS AS A 3 OWNER, THE 2ND OWNER WAS ACTUALLY A DEALER THAT GOT THE TITLE PUT IN THEIR NAME, THIS VEHICLE HAS ONLY HAD TWO PRIVATE OWNERS
Price Calculator™Adjust the value of this 1997 Toyota Landcruiser S/W based on the information available in this report 1) Retail Book Value2) CARFAX Price Adjustment™3) Adjusted Retail Value Ownership HistoryThe number of owners is estimated | Owner 1 | Owner 2 | Owner 3 |
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| | | | Year purchased | 1998 | 2011 | 2011 | Type of owner | Personal | Personal | Personal | Estimated length of ownership | 13 yrs. 5 mo. | 4 months | 2 years | Owned in the following states/provinces | Maryland | Maryland | Maryland | Estimated miles driven per year | 9,259/yr | --- | 2,800/yr | Last reported odometer reading | 109,671 | 131,291 | 143,379 |
Title HistoryCARFAX guarantees the information in this section | Owner 1 | Owner 2 | Owner 3 |
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| | | | Salvage | Junk | Rebuilt | Fire | Flood | Hail | Lemon | Guaranteed No Problem | Guaranteed No Problem | Guaranteed No Problem | Not Actual Mileage | Exceeds Mechanical Limits | Guaranteed No Problem | Guaranteed No Problem | Guaranteed No Problem | | GUARANTEED - None of these major title problems were reported by a state Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). If you find that any of these title problems were reported by a DMV and not included in this report, CARFAX will buy this vehicle back. Register | View Terms | View Certificate |
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Detailed History |
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| | | Owner 1 | Purchased: | 1998 | Type: | Personal | Where: | Maryland | Est. miles/year: | 9,259/yr | Est. length owned: | 1/13/98 - 7/11/11 (13 yrs. 5 mo.) | |
Low mileage!This owner drove less than the industry average of 15,000 miles per year. | 11/28/1997 | | NICB | Vehicle manufactured and shipped to original dealer | 01/13/1998 | 175 | Maryland Motor Vehicle Dept. Hughesville, MD Title #27080067 | Title or registration issued First owner reported Titled or registered as personal vehicle Loan or lien reported | 11/12/1999 | 39,000 | Beltway Toyota, Inc. Temple Hills, MD 301-899-6000 beltwaytoyota.com | Oil and filter changed | 02/18/2000 | 42,513 | Beltway Toyota, Inc. Temple Hills, MD 301-899-6000 beltwaytoyota.com | Oil and filter changed Induction system serviced | 04/14/2000 | 46,014 | Beltway Toyota, Inc. Temple Hills, MD 301-899-6000 beltwaytoyota.com | Recommended maintenance performed Brake rotor resurfaced Tires rotated | 06/14/2000 | 50,230 | Beltway Toyota, Inc. Temple Hills, MD 301-899-6000 beltwaytoyota.com | Recommended maintenance performed | 10/27/2000 | 53,443 | Beltway Toyota, Inc. Temple Hills, MD 301-899-6000 beltwaytoyota.com | Oil and filter changed | 02/05/2001 | 56,645 | Beltway Toyota, Inc. Temple Hills, MD 301-899-6000 beltwaytoyota.com | Fluids checked Oil and filter changed Brakes checked | 03/31/2001 | 59,625 | Beltway Toyota, Inc. Temple Hills, MD 301-899-6000 beltwaytoyota.com | Recommended maintenance performed Front brake pads replaced Brake pads and rotors replaced | 12/19/2001 | 64,552 | Beltway Toyota, Inc. Temple Hills, MD 301-899-6000 beltwaytoyota.com | Oil and filter changed | 07/19/2002 | 68,888 | Beltway Toyota, Inc. Temple Hills, MD 301-899-6000 beltwaytoyota.com | Oil and filter changed | 11/27/2002 | 71,070 | Beltway Toyota, Inc. Temple Hills, MD 301-899-6000 beltwaytoyota.com | Oil and filter changed Front wiper blades/refills replaced | 08/16/2003 | 75,650 | Beltway Toyota, Inc. Temple Hills, MD 301-899-6000 beltwaytoyota.com | Recommended maintenance performed | 03/30/2004 | 77,196 | Beltway Toyota, Inc. Temple Hills, MD 301-899-6000 beltwaytoyota.com | Fluids checked Oil and filter changed | 06/18/2004 | 78,328 | Beltway Toyota, Inc. Temple Hills, MD 301-899-6000 beltwaytoyota.com | Oil and filter changed Brakes checked | 12/29/2005 | | Beltway Toyota, Inc. Temple Hills, MD 301-899-6000 beltwaytoyota.com | Four tires mounted and balanced Oil and filter changed | 03/12/2007 | | Beltway Toyota, Inc. Temple Hills, MD 301-899-6000 beltwaytoyota.com | Maintenance inspection completed Oil and filter changed | 08/21/2007 | | Beltway Toyota, Inc. Temple Hills, MD 301-899-6000 beltwaytoyota.com | Oil and filter changed | 12/24/2007 | | Maryland Motor Vehicle Dept. Hughesville, MD Title #27080067 | Registration issued or renewed | 04/14/2009 | 95,934 | Toyota of Waldorf Waldorf, MD 301-843-3700 toyotaofwaldorf.com | Vehicle serviced | 08/06/2009 | 106,156 | Beltway Toyota, Inc. Temple Hills, MD 301-899-6000 beltwaytoyota.com | Oil and filter changed | 11/14/2009 | 109,671 | Beltway Toyota, Inc. Temple Hills, MD 301-899-6000 beltwaytoyota.com | Maintenance inspection completed Oil and filter changed | 01/04/2010 | | Maryland Motor Vehicle Dept. Hughesville, MD Title #27080067 | Registration issued or renewed |
| | | Owner 2 | Purchased: | 2011 | Type: | Personal | Where: | Maryland | Est. length owned: | 7/11/11 - 11/14/11 (4 months) | | |
| 07/11/2011 | 131,291 | Maryland Motor Vehicle Dept. Clinton, MD Title #42665363 | Registration issued or renewed Title or registration issued New owner reported | 09/28/2011 | | Maryland Motor Vehicle Dept. Clinton, MD Title #42665363 | Title issued or updated Correction to record Loan or lien reported |
| | | Owner 3 | Purchased: | 2011 | Type: | Personal | Where: | Maryland | Est. miles/year: | 2,800/yr | Est. length owned: | 11/14/11 - present (2 years) | |
Low mileage!This owner drove less than the industry average of 15,000 miles per year. | 11/14/2011 | 138,000 | Maryland Motor Vehicle Dept. Hughesville, MD Title #43024560 | Title or registration issued New owner reported | 01/04/2013 | | Maryland Motor Vehicle Dept. Hughesville, MD Title #43024560 | Registration issued or renewed | 10/15/2013 | 143,379 | Toyota of Waldorf Waldorf, MD 301-843-3700 toyotaofwaldorf.com | Maintenance inspection completed Recommended maintenance performed Oil and filter changed Tires rotated Air filter replaced Front wiper blades/refills replaced |
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ALL OF OUR CARS HERE AT DAVIS AUTOSPORTS COME WITH A VIRGINIA STATE 12 MONTHS INSPECTION WHICH INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:
INSPECT BRAKES FOR:
* Worn, damaged or missing parts. * Worn, contaminated or defective linings or drums. * Leaks in system, proper fluid level. * Worn, contaminated or defective disc pads or discs.
(NOTE: A minimum of two wheels and drums must be removed from each
vehicle at the time of inspection. Consult the official inspection
manual for exceptions.)
4. - INSPECT PARKING BRAKE FOR:
* Broken or missing parts. * Proper adjustment. * Standard factory equipment or equivalent.
5. - INSPECT HEADLIGHTS FOR:
* Approved type, aim, and output. * Condition of lamp, wiring and switch. * Beam indicator.
Top of page6. - INSPECT OTHER LIGHTS FOR:
* Approved type, proper bulbs, condition of lenses, wiring and switch. * Aim of fog and driving lamps. * Illumination of all lamps, lens color, and condition of lens.
(NOTE: Every vehicle must have a rear lamp showing a red light to the
rear, a white light illuminating the rear license plate; vehicles over 7
feet wide or extending 4 inches or more beyond the front fender
extremes must be equipped with approved clearance lamps and reflex
reflectors. Count load in measuring.)
7. – INSPECT SIGNAL DEVICE FOR:
* Approved type, proper bulbs, condition of lenses, wiring and switch. * Correct indications and tell-tale (visual or audible). * Illumination of all lamps, lens color, and condition of lens.
8. – INSPECT STEERING & SUSPENSION FOR: (Jack up front end as shown in Manual)
* Wear in bushings, kingpins, ball joints, wheel bearings, tie rod ends. * Looseness of gear box on frame, condition of drag link and steering arm. * Play in steering wheel. * Wheel alignment and axle alignment. * Broken spring leaves, and worn shackles. * Shock absorbers. * Broken frame. * Broken or missing engine mounts. * Lift blocks.
9. – INSPECT TIRES, WHEELS & RIMS FOR:
* Condition of tires including tread depth. * Mixing radials and bias ply tires. * Wheels that are cracked or damaged so as to affect safe operation.
10. – INSPECT MIRROR FOR:
* Rigidity of mounting. * Condition of reflecting surface. * View of road to rear (Truck mirrors must extend at least halfway beyond edge of body) – (Visibility 200 feet to rear).
Top of page11. – INSPECT HORN FOR:
* Electrical connections, mounting and horn button. * Emits sound audible for a minimum of 200 feet.
12. – INSPECT WINDSHIELD AND OTHER GLASS FOR:
* Approved type safety glass. * Cloudiness, distortion or other obstruction to vision. * Cracked, scratched or broken glass. * Stickers. ALL UNAUTHORIZED STICKERS MUST BE REMOVED.
* Sunshading material attached to the windshield to ensure it does not
extend more than 3 inches downward from the top of windshield, unless
authorized by Medical Waiver Certificate. * Operation of left front door glass.
13. – INSPECT WINDSHIELD WIPER/DEFROSTER FOR:
* Operating condition. * Condition of blade.
14. – INSPECT EXHAUST SYSTEM FOR:
* Exhaust line-manifold, gaskets, pipes, mufflers, connections, etc. * Leakage of gases at any point from motor to point discharged from system.
15. – INSPECT LICENSE TAGS FOR:
* Illumination of rear plate.
16. – INSPECT HOOD AND AREA UNDER THE HOOD FOR:
* Operating condition of hood latch. * Presence of emissions system -Evidence that any essential parts have been removed, rendered inoperative or disconnected. * Fluid levels that are below the proper level 1. Brake fluid. 2. Power steering fluid. * Power steering belt - proper tension, wear, or absence.
Top of page17. – INSPECT AIR POLLUTION CONTROL SYSTEM (1973 and Subsequent Models) FOR:
* Installation. * Operation. (NOTE: This includes the catalytic converter and the fuel tank filler pipe.)
18. – INSPECT DRIVER’S SEAT FOR:
* Anchorage. * Location. * Condition.
19. – INSPECT SEAT BELTS FOR:
* Approved type. * Installation.
20. – INSPECT AIR BAG AND AIRBAG READINESS LIGHT FOR:
* Any defects in the air bag system noted by the air bag readiness light, or otherwise indicated; or
* The air bag has been deployed and has not been replaced (and is not
deactivated because of a medical or other exemption and a notice is
posted to indicate that it has been deactivated); or * Any part of the air bag system has been removed from the vehicle; or * If the air bag indicator fails to light, or stays on continuously.
21. – INSPECT DOORS AT THE RIGHT & LEFT SIDE OF THE DRIVER’S SEAT FOR:
* Handle or opening device which will permit the opening of the door from the outside and inside of the vehicle. * Latching system which will hold door in its proper closed position.
22. – INSPECT FUEL SYSTEM FOR:
* Any part that is not securely fastened. * Liquid fuel leakage. * Fuel tank filler cap for presence.
23. – INSPECT FLOOR PAN FOR:
(a) Holes which allow exhaust gases to enter occupant compartment. (b) Conditions which create a hazard to the occupants.
Terms of Sale Overview
Payment Terms:
The
successful high bidder will submit a $500.00 non-refundable deposit via
paypal within 48 hours of auction close to secure the vehicle. Buyer
agrees to pay remaining balance within 7 days of auction close. All
financial transactions must be completed before delivery of the vehicle.
Acceptable Payment Methods:
Cash
(In Person), certified check, cashiers check, bank wire transfer, or
third party approved financing. Please call prior to bidding to insure
your third party financing is acceptable terms of payment. All checks
are made payable to Davis AutoSports.
Fees and Taxes:
Davis
AutoSports charges a $179.00 processing fee. All buyers are
responsible for state, county, city taxes and fees, as well as title or
registration fees in the state that the vehicle will be registered.
Buyers are responsible for tax, title & tag fees in the state the
vehicle will be registered.
Contact us:
You can reach us via email at JD@DavisAutoSports.ComCall Jonathan Davis at the numbers below:Office (804) 737-1505Cell (202) 491-9929Fax (804) 737-1506 We are located at 5701-A Oakleys Pl. Richmond, VA 23223
Term and Conditions:
All
vehicles are sold AS-IS with NO Warranty unless noted differently
above. We sell late model, low mileage vehicles that may still have
existing manufacturer's warranty. All inspections must be completed and
financing arranged prior to bidding. Pre-sale inspections are welcomed and encouraged.
Inspection companies are available on the internet as well as eBay.
We will gladly take the vehicle to your choice of inspection station
within 30 mins of our dealership. Additional keys, owners manuals, key
fobs, CD cartridges, and navigation disc may not be available if not
included in the listing. These vehicles are sometimes on eBay up to 3-4
weeks before being sold, are driven by employees and test driven by
customers, therefore the mileage can be up to 1000 miles more that
listed above but is typically only up to 100 miles more than listed
above.
We
reserve the right to notify bidders and cancel this auction. We
reserve the right to cancel bids from those with excessive negative
feedback. Please email or call us if you have negative feedback or zero
feedback prior to bidding. Zero feedback bidders who don't contact us
will have their bid canceled. Upon final inspection of the vehicle, if the vehicle is not as described the
purchaser does not have to complete the transaction. We shall gladly
refund your deposit IF THE VEHICLE IS NOT AS DESCRIBED. If your vehicle
is shipped and upon it's arrival, if it not as described we will
gladly accept the vehicle back for a 100% refund of the vehicle price
ONLY if the vehicle remains with the transportation company. The
vehicle Must remain with the shipping company in these cases. Buyer
pays for all shipping charges. Please expect wear associated with age,
miles, and vehicle history. We do our very best to describe the actual
condition of each vehicle, but please dont rely solely on our content,
pictures or even videos. We may use adjectives to describe a vehicle
which are the opinions of our staff, not fact. The entire content of
the above listing is simply an opinion and not fact. The vehicle listed
above may have dings, dents, paint chips, faded paint, clear coat
peeling, previous paint work, windshield chips, windshield cracks, wheel
scuffs, worn tires, frame damage, frame rust, fluid leaks, scratches,
undercarriage rust and/or other wear & defects that are associated
with age and mileage that are not visible in the pictures & video,
or even mentioned. Please expect stains in carpets, stress lines, worn
spots on seats, and other common interior wear even if NOT shown in
photos. We attempt to accurately describe our vehicles condition with
photos and text. The content in this listing is subjective and should
be used as a guide to determine a vehicles condition prior to bidding.
If you do not see something photographed or specifically described,
please do not assume anything as we are here to answer all questions.
Please expect wear and flaws standard on most used vehicles.
Maintenance, check engine lights and related issues are the
responsibility of the new owner. In efforts to satisfy all of
customers, we highly recommend Pre-Puchase Inspections PRIOR to winning
or agreeing to purchase a vehicle. We will Gladly bring the vehicle to
ANY inspection station of your choice within 30 minutes of our
dealership. The customer can make arrangements to get vehicle to ANY
inspection station if farther than 30 minutes from our dealership at
your cost. Please make an appointment prior to picking up your new
vehicle. Allow up to 30 days upon receiving the vehicle title. Prior
to bidding, arrangements must be made with our company if your vehicle
is not to be picked up in person or if shipping is arranged by the buyer
within 7 days. Storage fees of $35.00 per day incur after the 7th day
if no prior arrangements have been made in WRITING. Non paying bidders
are subject to the following guidelines, a $500.00 re-listing fee and
also eBay's non-paying bidder’s recourse. All non-paying bidders that
do not communicate with our company are subject to judgments up to
$500.00 with Henrico County Small Claims Court. Suits are filed
automatically with our legal department. All transactions are taken
place in Henrico County so thats where all claims from buyer and seller
would be filed. By bidding, you agree to all terms and conditions
stated above. If you do not intend on paying for your purchase, we
highly recommend you not to bid on our auctions. We pursue all non
paying bidders. Deposits are non refundable. We value the integrity of
our company, products, employees and most of all, our customers, so by
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