The Best Toyota Land Cruiser You've Never Heard Of: The J78 Prado

[@JamesReeves]

Aaron's contact info if you are looking for a TLC from Japan: www.bulldogautojapan.com/

[@freshsombrero8442]

Comment keeps getting auto deleted. Have a search for the headlight washer nozzles in Australian 4x4 shops online.. heaps of toyota replacement parts downunder. Hope this helps 😃👍🏻

[@ThexXxXxOLOxXxXx]

It looked so cool then i saw the Automatic 😒

[@micheallangdon7673]

Best landcruiser HZJ70 stronger axles 6 pot N/A diesel

[@Eric__B]

James is in the intersection of having money, obscure tastes in life, and a wife who accepts it all... and I'm here for it!

[@TomP-nw4wu]

Plus, skinny margaritas.

[@jtec99]

She really is a great sport with all our BS. Gave me a great reply comment once a few years back that had me rolling😂

[@fearlessleader8623]

The chad she hangs out with while james is out galavanting probably helps with the acceptance part

[@wildberry752]

And he looks great in a pair of chubbies shorts

[@DanielTaylor-tz1rf]

He makes all the money, why would she have any say it anything?

[@hooty465]

I drove a old Land Cruiser Prado in Iraq while on deployment there. There were a ton of them there. It ran, the ac worked, and it NEVER broke down. Best of all, it allowed us to "blend in" while traveling amongst the natives.

[@appleholo2336]

My parents had a 2001 Land Cruiser prado when they were stationed in Africa it was our favorite car, we took it off road and through Safaris the only complaint was it was under powered.

[@Seiko123]

Yet you guys got smoked by natives at every intersection 🤣

[@garyfontenot2786]

We had two 2004 Land Cruiser diesels with manual transmissions issued to our teams while I was there 2005-2007. Those things were bullet proof, and the A/C was nice. I didn't think much of it at the time, but it would be nice owning that Land Cruiser diesel today.

[@ttvills]

Cool car, nice vid!!! Is it hard to maintain this car? I am saying that because a diesel engine and parts.❤

[@richardnguyen6359]

That’s great but most important of all, thank you for your service sir!

[@ianray8823]

First the Kei Van, now this? Truly a man of culture I would love to see you in Japan with gun show interview vibes

[@SM-zk7jz]

James gotta say I’m really enjoying your auto content man. Full speed ahead! I had a ‘92 Previa for years and the 90s Toyota interior brought back so many wild memories

[@JamesReeves]

Thank you! I'm really enjoying making it. More to come.

[@TheGunner11]

70 Series has been on the bucket list for some time. I always knew you were a man of culture.

[@matthewschiebout7384]

It's cool but not using such a vehicle as intended sucks...

[@b-ryanistryin]

James is a great writer. I will watch most anything he makes, I'm just lucky that we have similar interests.

[@jake9705]

The best part about this car-review video is that it doesn't have Doug DeMuro in it.

[@misternitro1]

Doug has two dads

[@danielkemp4860]

and THIS is the J78 Prado!

[@eisenerballer]

If I'm feeling spiteful towards someone or some place I'll cast demuro to a tv and leave. He's truly awful.

[@misternitro1]

@@eisenerballer The digital version of taking a dump in the upper toilet tank

[@Hotlog69]

Only if James opened this video with, "THIS!"

[@yasiriqbalch]

What an incredible video! You've gained a lifelong fan from Pakistan. I happen to own the same model of J78 as well. You can imagine the smile on my face while watching your video and seeing your car. Looking forward to seeing more of your videos in the near future. Once again, keep rocking !!! and thank you!

[@victorkreig6089]

You guys out in the east have done a damn good job keeping all your cruisers and pajeros in such good working order all of these years. This gear head salutes you and your people's unending love for these beautiful machines

[@stewartjking4351]

I love my Prado I’ve spent years looking for the right one in the right, as new condition, mine is thirty years old and is in the same showroom condition as my two year old Porsche 911, it’s a capable motor anywhere, an ugly ducking three door but man it draws more looks and has more people coming up to me making offers to buy it than the German sports car. This motor is just genius.

[@kapilrana6220]

What an absolute beauty and, lucky to find one in such good shape.

[@SanoyNimbus]

I lived in Tanzania for two years 2005-2007 and bought a used Land Cruiser Prado 1992 years model from Japan (delivered to Tanzania). I really loved that veichle, but had to sell it when I left Tanzania. :(

[@paleoph6168]

Some trivia: In the original novel by Michael Crichton, Toyota Land Cruisers were used as the tour vehicles in _Jurassic Park._ While they were replaced with Ford Explorers in the movie, the game _Jurassic Park: Operation Genesis_ retains them.

[@na-gr8rg]

In all seriousness, I know I'm going to like a random action movie when somebody pulls up in a Land Cruiser. It's my genre.

[@davidglynn8012]

Hi James, I've had a KZJ78 for around 6 months here in New Zealand. Love it. A few worthwhile things to do to get better power from the 1KZ is: Better dump pipe (Downpipe) from the Turbo and a 3 inch exhaust, it improves the power greatly and helps keep temperatures lower in the engine. Next for me will be a Front Mount Intercooler, these two mods add around 30 to 50 HP, without any tuning. As soon as I drove the truck after the 3 inch exhaust was fitted, I could tell the difference. Much more power and better high speed cruising. There's a company here in New Zealand that makes the custom Dump pipes - KRAE 4x4 - they ship internationally. Enjoy.

[@SpartanONegative]

My dad had a50s series. The hand crank backup starter was cool. That was my favorite part about it.

[@noahkahn8987]

WTF, JR is evolving into the best Car youtuber online!

[@LF-AFRICA]

Great video and review James. I couldn't agree with you more😁 I love my 1993 KZJ78W-PGT. I live in Malawi, and bought it here (same colour as yours) in Malawi in early 2023, it needed lots of work, and painstakingly rebuilt it, took body off chassis, checked and replaced suspension bits where necessary, resprayed pearl white, put all safari mods on it, roof rack, tent, dobinson's heavy duty bull bar, winch, redid sunroof, redid engine, infotainment plus plus. Remaining now the snorkel, and dobinson's 3" lift and 16" off road wheels. I love it. Will never part with it. A real classic car ...

[@MegaRetr]

I wish they still made em like this

[@Yowie722]

Cool vehicle. Here in Aus, I’m running a 2020 79 series dual cab V8 diesel with portal axles and a 300mm chassis extension. Nothing can stop it and it makes all the big American trucks look like toys😊😊😊

[@3won465]

It brings me joy listening to another guy tell me what brings him joy.

[@ajithboralugoda8906]

I had a LJ78 Manual I drove it 17 yrs I loved it.!! The Best Truck ever! Great Video!

[@TheRealBobBasher]

James J. Reeves Esq. This is a refreshing change of pace. I could see this channel becoming a "Lifestyle" channel. TFB for all things that go BOOM, and this channel for the rest of the stuff.

[@mubarakal-mansouri5979]

Finally somebody says something about the Prado during 90s . This Prado is something special. The Prado changed similar to the New Tacoma and 4Runner after 1995. Note : in our region they call it (Landcruiser II)Thank you

[@simonsays8704]

More of this please

[@Wtrxprs007able]

Im from australia and the prado has been a top 5 selling car for decades. We only officially got the 90 series here first not the 70 series prado. I wish we did since i love the look of them. I grew up in a 1996 prado 95 and current have a 2006 120 prado. Best cars ever never missed a beat.

[@lacuzon39000]

Sold my 1984 Land Cruiser BJ46 in 1997 and came to USA . B is for diesel engine and F for gas . My dream Land Cruiser is a KZJ 73 turbo diesel .

[@moisescapriles4165]

As an owner of a KZJ71G-PET myself, I can tell you that the KZJ78 is in absolutely impeccable condition. I didn't skip any part of the video, and believe me when I say I know this car inside and out, as I've had to rebuild mine almost completely. You have every OEM part, sticker, and every little part of the interior looks great, even those that tend to break easily, which most would just let pass if they were missing or broken. I loved your video. Finding someone who appreciates the exact same things about this car is an absolute gem. I really hope you make a series about it or feature it regularly in your videos. Well-deserved like and subscribe.

[@trekfortruth2841]

James that is one gorgeous and classic LC...best color i can imagine. Still kick myself for selling my '78 FJ40 back in the early 90's. Enjoy!

[@Androgenies]

I grew up in the 90s and this has to be my ultimate dream 4x4. Excellent video review, Mr. Reeves. I really enjoyed it. Thank you for sharing this.

[@ChronicMasterHater]

Love land cruisers. I have a 30 year old 80 and I’m in love with it

[@TGV66]

loving the cars reviews, just the way James speaks is great, I could watch him review a tv stand lmao

[@mikesanders9036]

Great video. Enjoying this series, and it’s good to note that we all have other interests outside of the 2A/firearms community. One day, I’ll be making lawn makeover videos with a side hustle of tractor maintenance videos. LOL

[@wangchukl]

I love your classic car as well. I have always been a fan of the LandCruiser family. Looking forward to owning one someday.

[@pauljernigan5125]

Great video, nice change of pace. Though I’m not a car guy always pleasant to see gun guys share their hobbies outside of guns.

[@TurboDog73TX]

I'm diggin' the car content James, and I do say, You have exquisite, albeit, very eclectic taste in vehicles.

[@minisforerbody]

I’m liking the car reviews definitely carry on with them

[@EquationProductions]

I love this take on "The Best Land Cruiser" and why it's more about what's the best Land Cruiser for you. I have a 2006 100 series Land Cruiser that's halfway build and for me it's the perfect Land Cruiser. It can breeze through 1000 mile road trips getting to cool places, then do days to weeks off-road pounding on rocks and dirt trails, easy to camp and live out of, and even though I've put a ton of money into it. It's still cheaper than a 200 which makes me not hate myself for every scratch that gets put on it, and for a lot of what I'm actually driving most of the time, it's way more comfortable, quieter, roomier for my sleeping platform and much more powerful than an 80. I love pretty much every cruiser for what it's the best at, and there is a Cruiser for most people depending on your use and build. Pick what works for you and your budget and join the cult. It's by far the best car community I've ever been a part of.

[@cruisingtracks3594]

Beautifully explained Ur love for LC. Just can't get better. I am also proud owner of KZJ78 5 door wagon. U should not shy in telling that It's a brutal off-road machine while having beautiful looks

[@jm8254]

My mom started joining me watching James channel: I asked her: also a firearm fan? She says: No…

[@RealBearFace]

Finally get to see this LC after all the peeks in your other vids. Solid f-ing choice, James. Im a big fan of older SUVs especially the JDM ones. And now that the imports are coming in due to the 25 year rule, I'm also on the hunt for my own. Hopefully i can snag a nice 2 door Pajero

[@platform-Art]

I like your video all the work you put behind it , I wish more car people, could do what you just did, and the tone of your voice was just right 👍

[@masabarakizakennyross4984]

Watching the video from Burundi Africa.these lc's are common my dad used to have one of these.i enjoyed the videos it brought so much childhood memories.the third row seats were my favorite

[@Rafael-z3m7k]

Nice cruiser James, keep these cool videos coming

[@luciusrene943]

I wish they still made em like this. The less computers in my vehicle the better.

[@chris8394]

Depending on your country you can still buy brand new 70 series land cruisers. No computers or anything to break. Just a simple and reliable truck but with that new car smell 👌

[@calavino223]

Yes they do. The 70 series platform has never died just been updates every year. Just tweaks here and there. It’s pretty much the same car since they first built it

[@victorkreig6089]

You can import 70's from Australia, they have a diesel manual that's perfect and has zero infotainment or bullshit. Austalian 70 series quite literally hasn't change since they came out in 83. You can thank the mining industry there for that, pricy though since not many outside of the mining corps still buy them

[@spudboyQ]

That's the beauty. They don't have to. They did, so you can still get them for a fraction of the price of a new car. With all of the money you save, you can drop a motor in when the time comes and save that much more by driving it forever.

[@TheLazyLabrador]

You’ve mastered the product review, I could watch you review paint colors and I’d still be intrigued.

[@jamespeacock7202]

Great video on getting a bargain suv for best price. Also enjoyed area you shot video in. Pensacola.

[@jamespeacock7202]

Looked at the ex navy seal that writes books toyota land cruiser and the the other ex navy seal On 3 of 7 project. The year make and model you bought is a Great deal.

[@maluasuncion9610]

Make more contents like this. More informative plus its totally diffrent. Kudos james...

[@jordanjoestar8839]

Love this. Watching this in my 300,000 mile Toyota Sequoia, and ive been eyeballing 80 series Landcruisers, this is also on my list. I figured being a Glock guy, you had no taste... this is a gem! Awesome video as always! Looking forward to more content on this.

[@jonrobb6512]

Gotta say I like it. I hate that I like it. But I still like it.

[@StealthTiger99]

The shot outside the pony goes mad hard. More car content!!

[@nunyabeeswax2575]

Love this vid James, might have to investigate this as I hate all the intrusive electronics and excessive plastics on the current offerings here in Aus. Rock on Mr Booty Shorts!

[@interestingvideosofinteres5136]

James nails this video. Well done. 😊

[@RockSolitude]

There's just something so aesthetically pleasing about this vehicle.

[@victorkreig6089]

It's the contours, you can also find the same look in the Dodge Raider(though most were all beat to hell by reckless assholes at moab)/mid 80's early 90's Mitsubishi Pajero's,

[@bobzelley5100]

Love the land cruiser. I was issued one when I worked in Saudi arabia ( consultant for the Ministry defenses regarding the oil well damage ) . It was a great vehicle, spending Thursdays and Fridays exporting the century old desert village relics . I had to have a driver in the cities of jubail , Riyadh, and jeddah. I was at the Riyadh nov 13, 1995 . We didn't know it was al - Qaeda coming out party until years later .

[@jasonsantos6430]

The Toyota Prado J78 has got to be one of the coolest looking SUVs of its generation. So it's surprising how there's barely any videos of it on KZbin.

[@johnlloyddy7016]

Rode one with a friend who drove it like he stole it to make it on time to a business opening in another city 4 hours away. He turned a 4 hour ride into a 3 hour ride with the pedal to the metal. All I could do was hang on to the hand grip above the passenger door window for dear life as we sped through the highway avoiding traffic by sometimes overtaking on the shoulder of the road. I expected the top heavy land cruiser to roll over during the high speed approaches around a curb at least ten times. At some point during the drive, I kept hearing this beeping sound above the roar of the engine as he gunned it and asked him what the hell that sound was. His answer was:"Oh that's just the speedometer indicator alarm telling us we're going over 165 Kph limit." Almost peed myself during the drive.

[@Lothar_VonDoomhammer]

I really like these cool, obscure but also rad, vehicle videos you’re doing! Micro bus, Land Cruiser….maybe a Hilux? Or 70’s Datsun pickup next??

[@ndguitarplayer]

Damn fine vehicle bro! 🤙🏻

[@kingbaldwiniv5409]

I love this car series you have been doing! Strangely, I agree with your car taste more than your gun taste.

[@wootdoo]

I never would have taken james for an obscure jdm fan such as myself. One of us one of us one of us one of us

[@GageLawrinse]

Is The Car Care Nut doing gun reviews now too?!

[@michaelmccombs3367]

I drive KZJ95 daily and I absolutely love it. it has the 1KZ-te with the intercooler and its never let me down. I plan to keep it forever

[@hendo337]

You should talk to Skid Factory or something, I guarantee you could turn up the boost on that a little and it would still be dead reliable. It might even be better for it because you won't have to be going foot to the floor all the time just to keep up with traffic. If you can cut your acceleration times that means you're back to lighter throttle cruising sooner. Skid Factory can tell you what would be a safe level to go too and what you need. Aussies know their stuff.

[@bradseaquist988]

Legit. These videos are great.

[@5265060]

I just bought a 97 fzj80 and couldn't be happier.

[@jeanwesleynew]

That's a handsome vehicle. Paint color and the chrome accents are very nice looking.

[@ilyaivanov2283]

Приятно видеть, как ты управляешь этой настоящей машиной, рад за свой выбор!)

[@tylerhelm6811]

I was so close to buying one after your video. 95' prado that I initially put a deposit on. Well her '92 80 series showed up so I went with the bigger sister! it was a Beretta a300 vs 1301 situation. Picking her up on Monday! Ironically I was in Japan when I bought the japanese import in the states!

[@muskyman1018]

Love the cruiser James! My 97’ 90 series, has the same color combo as yours, my interior has a bit more purple in it I believe. Mine also has the sun/moon roof and an intercooler for the turbo. Really enjoyed the video.

[@The-BCC]

A man after my own heart… Ive had a 70 series on the list for a while now.

[@erikstover3228]

I also have a KZJ78 and a FJ62. I love the Prado and it’s definitely a better all around daily but the 60 is just an icon for sure!

[@Sube-Tube]

Big fan of shots like 5:50. Just standin on rock walls in the background

[@Aldeeezzy]

These are on my wish list 😍

[@jasonjaafar]

My late dad used to have one of these (2.8 Diesel) in the late 90s. I learned to drive in this, and a one tonner lorry. Also had a BJ 60 3.4 Diesel.

[@mattgonzales810]

Love me, my old toyotas. I'm the 2nd owner of a 90 supra targa, and I've had it since high school. I'm really glad I talked myself out of selling it multiple times over the years. 🤘🤙✌️

[@AndyCigars]

Sweet whip, my dude. I fell in love with Toyotas when I bought my Tundra in 2001. Had to part with it in 2016 to give the growing kids more leg room, so traded it in on my 2016 Avalon Touring. Cheers!

[@LVbibby]

Great video and epic Land Cruiser! You always have all the great info and ideas keep killing it fine sir.

[@BlueAlphaBelts]

Love this truck and this video. Enjoyed seeing all the familiar Pensacola Beach locations.

[@timothyouellette5211]

Thanks for all the effort to educate us on the history. Like watching a little documentary. Love the niche stuff. We don't need more "Initial Look" of 2024 vehicle videos. (that is already pretty well covered)

[@novaghisamuhammad1051]

Agreee ... Prado J70 ... is the best handsome land cruiser ever ...

[@YouTubeHandlesAreMoronic]

I really like the steering wheel...and that it's rugged enough to handle abandoned tennis courts.

[@mickgillen9809]

I ran a 1991 JDM LJ71 SWB 3-door 2.4D auto for years here in Malta - fantastic trucks! Toyota still manufacture the 78 series in Portugal, Malaysia and South America....

[@harkiratratol]

I've owned the very same Land cruiser prado LJ78 16 years ago. We only had few of them imported models in India so mine was the only one in the whole city. I've driven a lot of other vehicles since then but I still miss it today.

[@santiagoa3943]

Really enjoy this content, would love to see more!

[@RobinVerhulstZ]

Man this thing is such a vibe, excellent taste james!

[@pareidoliarocks]

Thanks for running up the price for the rest of us! I have an FJ62 and understand the things it does less well. Of course, they can be made into one of the best vehicles on the road. Throw a 80 series frame and drivetrain, an engine swap, more comfortable seats, sound insulation, a nice center console with cup holders, upgrade lighting all round, and just a few odds and ends pretty much does it. That's assuming the paint, glass, mirrors and bumpers are functional and cosmetically acceptable. I probably don't have to mention resealing the rain gutters. But a Prado you say.....hummmm, I'll give it some thought.

[@juncho1977]

James, I'm looking forward to your upcoming Mega Cruiser video. 😉🤞

[@JM-fb4kz]

Really enjoy the content James

[@Isaac_El_Khoury]

Holy cow, that's a great looking Toyota!

[@yonmusak]

I had one of these in the early 2000's. Great fun. Had issues with the hubs and diff locks and got rid of it - really regret it now!

[@JoeKickass762]

I'm more of an 80 series guy myself but very good taste there James.

[@slicktriggers9238]

That's a good looking Prado. I didn't realize they had that many off road features

[@dashfalcor2299]

Love the vehicle reviews man!! Excellent content!!

[@CarlCunningham360]

The Pony Gentlemen’s Club. James you out did yourself again!

[@virongreene5146]

I like where this channel is going.

[@niceguy100000]

Nice happy video. This model has rear radius arms afaik, quite rare.

[@patrickcummings327]

Perfect shorter range daily driver platform. Would kill for just about any 70 series, but I must say having access to an ample stock of cheap 400hp 200 series is an absolute beast of a consolation gift for us Americans. Amazing rigs.

[@showmequick2245]

I have the same exact year and model KZJ78W. Painted white revamped interior it looks like a gold

[@everydaycarrymonkey2691]

James, the best TLC was when Left Eye was still with us...#DontGoChasingWaterfalls

[@GeorgeBracht]

James I really enjoy your vids. Your TLC is a awesome find. You mentioned it can tow your boat. I know less than nothing about boating in the New Orleans area. It would be great to see that content. My boating background is Central & northern Wisconsin & SW Ontario