Vehicle Description
A legend that needs no introduction?the Toyota Hilux! Sadly, this
one is stored in our climate-controlled Aiken, South Carolina
showroom instead of being put to work out in the bush. Visit
www.carcaveusa.com to browse our full lineup of Toyotas. A full
walkaround video is available on our YouTube channel at is
available through our lending partner, Woodside Credit, at With
competitive rates and flexible terms, you can drive away in your
dream vehicle without breaking the bank. For additional lenders and
financing options, reach out directly to Car
Cave.Highlights:Left-hand drive2LT 2.4L turbo diesel5-speed
manual4-wheel drive31x10.50 BFG All-Terrain tiresFittipaldi 5-spoke
alloy wheelsCar Cave purchased this left-hand-drive extended cab
Hilux from a Toyota enthusiast in Southern France, just a short
drive from the Spanish border. It's a great dry-climate truck,
finished in the original Toyota Stellar Blue Pearl (Color Code 8L7)
with a two-tone patterned interior. It currently sits with a
perfect stance, thanks to the 31x10.50x15 BFG All-Terrain tires
wrapped around high-end Fittipaldi 5-spoke 15' alloy wheels. We've
logged about 1,000 miles on this truck since it arrived stateside
and?as usual?it never let us down. Car Cave performed a full
mechanical inspection to ensure it's ready for its next adventure.
Clean, left-hand-drive Hilux trucks are tough to find worldwide, as
they're typically worked hard in harsh conditions.Under the hood is
the upgraded 2L-TE(II) turbo diesel engine, an improved version of
Toyota's proven 2L-TE. While it shares the same dimensions as its
predecessor, the 2L-TE(II) features a redesigned cylinder head that
resolves a common issue in earlier versions?cracking under high
temperatures. Rest easy knowing this Hilux can take a beating and
keep going strong.The 2L-TE(II) also boasts a slightly higher
compression ratio of 21.0:1, delivering improved performance with
96 horsepower at 3,800 rpm and up to 177 lb-ft of torque at 2,400
rpm. It's the perfect blend of fuel economy, longevity, and torque
for both on-road cruising and off-road trail work. Power is sent
through a W56 5-speed manual transmission, paired with a hi-low
transfer case and a 7.5' 4.700:1 4-pinion rear axle.The Hilux was
designed by Toyota to be simple and nearly indestructible?often
joked about as a truck that could survive a nuclear blast after
being thrown off a cliff. A few factory options include power
brakes, power steering, crank windows, headache rack, rear tow
hitch, dual batteries, rear defrost, and several skid plates
underneath. Additional upgrades include tinted windows, a bedliner,
and a Kenwood DMX908S double-DIN touchscreen radio with backup
camera, plus USB and USB-C charging ports.Recent maintenance
includes a timing belt service, air filter, fuel filter, brake
proportioning valve, bleeding of the brakes, and oil
change?performed by the previous owner with receipts to verify. Car
Cave completed further service, including replacing the heater
control assembly, CV boot clamp, sway bar links, and reverse lamp
switch. We also replaced the driver's side outer tie rod and
checked the front alignment. A damaged differential fill plug was
extracted and replaced. Stateside, we added window tint and
installed the Kenwood head unit with a backup camera.Body Data
Plate Info:Model: LN170L-CRMDXWC/TR/A/TM: 8L7 FR10 A05B W56Year:
11/1997Sales Region: EuropeFrame: LN170Grade: DLXModel:
HiluxEngine: 2L-TE 2.4L Turbo DieselDriver's Position: Left-hand
driveFuel Induction: DieselBuild Condition: Completely built
unitColor Code: 8L7 Stellar Blue PearlTrim Code: FR10 Fabric Grey
PatternAxle Code: G975 - 7.5' 4.700:1 Ratio, 4-PinionTransmission
Code: W56 - Manual 5-SpeedAll the vehicles in our inventory are
driven regularly, so mileage may be slightly higher than listed.
Want to learn more? Call us at (803) 262-4742. Interested in seeing
this Hilux in person? Visit our showroom in Aiken, SC.
