1997 Toyota HiAce Super Custom Living Saloon EX
* SOLD! *
3L TURBO DIESEL, JDM IMPORT, RHD, PWR WINDOWS, PWR CURTAINS, 3 ROW SEATING, ROTATING 2ND ROW, FOLD DOWN 3RD ROW, MORE!
1997 Toyota HiAce Super Custom Living Saloon EX 3-Door Van
Exterior Color:
White
Interior Color:
Gray
Stock Number:
3008R
Mileage:
118,810
Engine:
3.0L Turbo Diesel
Transmission:
Automatic
Title:
Clear
VIN:
KZH1060028849
Vehicle Description
ODOMETER IS 191,207 KILOMETERS; CONVERTED TO MILEAGE IN LISTING
HIGHLIGHTS:
• The Holy Grail JDM Drivetrain: Powered by the legendary 1KZ-TE 3.0L Turbo Diesel engine mated to a factory full-time 4WD system.
• Top Tier "Living Saloon EX" Luxury: The high-specification luxury trim featuring premium materials, extensive power amenities, and multi-zone climate controls.
• Low Verified Kilometers: Showing just 191,207 original kilometers (approx. 118,800 miles) which means it is barely broken in for a vintage Toyota diesel.
• Ultimate Modular Cabin: High-end plush velour interior with 3-row seating, featuring 180-degree rotating middle seats and a rear row that folds into a flat bed.
• Ready for Adventure: Equipped with factory power privacy curtains and a panoramic cab-forward driving view.
• 100% Street Legal: Fully cleared through US customs with a Clean North Carolina Title in hand.
BODY OVERVIEW:
This 1997 Toyota HiAce is the absolute epitome of 1990s Japanese "cab-forward" design. As a premium Super Custom Living Saloon EX, it proudly wears its factory two-tone paint scheme complemented by model-specific decals. Structurally, the van is exceptionally solid, straight, and well-preserved, showcasing the world-renowned build quality that made Toyota the global leader in utility transport with a few minor dings from age and use. The high-roof profile provides incredible cabin headroom, delivering a commanding road presence and an unmatched panoramic view from the right-hand-drive captain’s seat.
PAINT CONDITION OVERVIEW:
The factory two-tone finish presents beautifully, retaining a deep gloss and respectable clarity. This is an incredibly honest, original-paint survivor. In strict transparency, three decades of highway travel have left minor, authentic road markers, including small rock chips on the front fascia and typical fading on the original factory vinyl stickers and side decals. Free of major eyesores, it presents as a highly clean, driver-level machine perfectly suited for actual overland exploration rather than being hidden away in a garage.
INTERIOR CONDITION OVERVIEW:
Step inside, and you are transported into a masterclass of Japanese luxury and modular design. The plush, premium velour upholstery is in spectacular original condition which was a material heavily favored over leather in 1990s Japan for its durability and silent cabin comfort. The interior layout is a camper's dream: the middle row rotates a full 180 degrees to create a face-to-face mobile living room, while the sliding third row folds completely flat to create a massive sleeping platform. The factory power privacy curtains operate via dashboard controls, though the passenger-side track occasionally snags slightly and requires light manual guidance. Dashboard Note: The obsolete factory Japanese cassette deck has been cleanly removed, leaving a tidy, un-hacked double-DIN opening perfectly prepped for a modern Apple CarPlay/Android Auto touchscreen upgrade.
MECHANICAL OVERVIEW:
Housed safely beneath the front seats is the heart of this machine: Toyota’s legendary 1KZ-TE 3.0L Turbo Diesel V8 alternative. Known globally for its unkillable reliability and massive low-end torque, it easily out-paces naturally aspirated models in modern highway traffic while delivering a satisfying turbo whistle. Paired with a smooth-shifting automatic transmission and a robust full-time 4WD system, this HiAce handles steep mountain passes, beach driving, and rough trails with equal poise. It starts instantly, idles with a rhythmic diesel purr, and rides on a fresh set of tires with 2022 date codes.
WHAT YOU'LL LOVE ABOUT THIS CAR:
• The Hilux/Land Cruiser Heart: You are buying a platform powered by one of the most reliable mechanical diesel engines ever engineered by Toyota.
• Instant Van-Life Setup: With full-time 4WD, a modular bed system, and factory privacy curtains, this is a turn-key weekend camper that completely out-classes basic cargo vans or old VW Westfalias.
• The Crowd Factor: A top-trim JDM import turns heads faster than an exotic sports car at any cars and coffee event.
WHAT YOU MIGHT HATE ABOUT THIS CAR:
• The RHD Learning Curve: Driving from the right side of the vehicle is incredibly easy to learn, but it requires a few days of practice when navigating drive-thrus or mailboxes.
• No Radio Installed: The dash is currently open and waiting for your choice of a modern sound system.
DOES IT NEED ANYTHING?
• A modern double-DIN head unit to fill the dashboard opening and provide Bluetooth/audio.
• The passenger-side power curtain track could use a light cleaning and lubrication to prevent occasional sticking.
WHAT BUYER IS LOOKING FOR THIS CAR?
This HiAce is built specifically for the serious overland adventurer, vintage Toyota collector, or unique "Van Life" enthusiast who refuses to drive a generic domestic cargo box. If you value unmatched mechanical durability, legendary 4WD capability, and a pristine, luxury Japanese interior that turns every road trip into a mobile hotel room, this turn-key turbo diesel is ready for the open road.
Contact Rare Rides Company at 980-306-8100 or info@rarerides.com for more information
Rare Rides Company does not collect tax, tag or title fees.
Title Status: CLEAN
DOES IT WORK?
Air Conditioning YES
Heater YES
Speedometer YES
Odometer YES
Oil PSI Gauge/Light YES
Temperature Gauge/Light YES
Fuel Gauge YES
Tachometer YES
Wipers YES
Windows YES
Horn YES
Radio NO - no radio installed
Headlights YES
Tail Lights YES
Brake Lights YES
Reverse Lights YES
Turn Signals YES
Emergency Brake YES
4x4/AWD YES
Tire Condition: Good tread, 2022 date codes
Keys – Ignition YES, Door YES, Trunk YES
Seatbelts Front: YES Rear: YES
Runs & Drives YES
HIGHLIGHTS:
• The Holy Grail JDM Drivetrain: Powered by the legendary 1KZ-TE 3.0L Turbo Diesel engine mated to a factory full-time 4WD system.
• Top Tier "Living Saloon EX" Luxury: The high-specification luxury trim featuring premium materials, extensive power amenities, and multi-zone climate controls.
• Low Verified Kilometers: Showing just 191,207 original kilometers (approx. 118,800 miles) which means it is barely broken in for a vintage Toyota diesel.
• Ultimate Modular Cabin: High-end plush velour interior with 3-row seating, featuring 180-degree rotating middle seats and a rear row that folds into a flat bed.
• Ready for Adventure: Equipped with factory power privacy curtains and a panoramic cab-forward driving view.
• 100% Street Legal: Fully cleared through US customs with a Clean North Carolina Title in hand.
BODY OVERVIEW:
This 1997 Toyota HiAce is the absolute epitome of 1990s Japanese "cab-forward" design. As a premium Super Custom Living Saloon EX, it proudly wears its factory two-tone paint scheme complemented by model-specific decals. Structurally, the van is exceptionally solid, straight, and well-preserved, showcasing the world-renowned build quality that made Toyota the global leader in utility transport with a few minor dings from age and use. The high-roof profile provides incredible cabin headroom, delivering a commanding road presence and an unmatched panoramic view from the right-hand-drive captain’s seat.
PAINT CONDITION OVERVIEW:
The factory two-tone finish presents beautifully, retaining a deep gloss and respectable clarity. This is an incredibly honest, original-paint survivor. In strict transparency, three decades of highway travel have left minor, authentic road markers, including small rock chips on the front fascia and typical fading on the original factory vinyl stickers and side decals. Free of major eyesores, it presents as a highly clean, driver-level machine perfectly suited for actual overland exploration rather than being hidden away in a garage.
INTERIOR CONDITION OVERVIEW:
Step inside, and you are transported into a masterclass of Japanese luxury and modular design. The plush, premium velour upholstery is in spectacular original condition which was a material heavily favored over leather in 1990s Japan for its durability and silent cabin comfort. The interior layout is a camper's dream: the middle row rotates a full 180 degrees to create a face-to-face mobile living room, while the sliding third row folds completely flat to create a massive sleeping platform. The factory power privacy curtains operate via dashboard controls, though the passenger-side track occasionally snags slightly and requires light manual guidance. Dashboard Note: The obsolete factory Japanese cassette deck has been cleanly removed, leaving a tidy, un-hacked double-DIN opening perfectly prepped for a modern Apple CarPlay/Android Auto touchscreen upgrade.
MECHANICAL OVERVIEW:
Housed safely beneath the front seats is the heart of this machine: Toyota’s legendary 1KZ-TE 3.0L Turbo Diesel V8 alternative. Known globally for its unkillable reliability and massive low-end torque, it easily out-paces naturally aspirated models in modern highway traffic while delivering a satisfying turbo whistle. Paired with a smooth-shifting automatic transmission and a robust full-time 4WD system, this HiAce handles steep mountain passes, beach driving, and rough trails with equal poise. It starts instantly, idles with a rhythmic diesel purr, and rides on a fresh set of tires with 2022 date codes.
WHAT YOU'LL LOVE ABOUT THIS CAR:
• The Hilux/Land Cruiser Heart: You are buying a platform powered by one of the most reliable mechanical diesel engines ever engineered by Toyota.
• Instant Van-Life Setup: With full-time 4WD, a modular bed system, and factory privacy curtains, this is a turn-key weekend camper that completely out-classes basic cargo vans or old VW Westfalias.
• The Crowd Factor: A top-trim JDM import turns heads faster than an exotic sports car at any cars and coffee event.
WHAT YOU MIGHT HATE ABOUT THIS CAR:
• The RHD Learning Curve: Driving from the right side of the vehicle is incredibly easy to learn, but it requires a few days of practice when navigating drive-thrus or mailboxes.
• No Radio Installed: The dash is currently open and waiting for your choice of a modern sound system.
DOES IT NEED ANYTHING?
• A modern double-DIN head unit to fill the dashboard opening and provide Bluetooth/audio.
• The passenger-side power curtain track could use a light cleaning and lubrication to prevent occasional sticking.
WHAT BUYER IS LOOKING FOR THIS CAR?
This HiAce is built specifically for the serious overland adventurer, vintage Toyota collector, or unique "Van Life" enthusiast who refuses to drive a generic domestic cargo box. If you value unmatched mechanical durability, legendary 4WD capability, and a pristine, luxury Japanese interior that turns every road trip into a mobile hotel room, this turn-key turbo diesel is ready for the open road.
Contact Rare Rides Company at 980-306-8100 or info@rarerides.com for more information
Rare Rides Company does not collect tax, tag or title fees.
Title Status: CLEAN
DOES IT WORK?
Air Conditioning YES
Heater YES
Speedometer YES
Odometer YES
Oil PSI Gauge/Light YES
Temperature Gauge/Light YES
Fuel Gauge YES
Tachometer YES
Wipers YES
Windows YES
Horn YES
Radio NO - no radio installed
Headlights YES
Tail Lights YES
Brake Lights YES
Reverse Lights YES
Turn Signals YES
Emergency Brake YES
4x4/AWD YES
Tire Condition: Good tread, 2022 date codes
Keys – Ignition YES, Door YES, Trunk YES
Seatbelts Front: YES Rear: YES
Runs & Drives YES
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Vehicle Features & Options
Standard Features
Air Conditioning:
- Cold Air Conditioning
Interior:
- Center Console
- Power Window Curtains
- Power Windows
Roof:
- 2x Moonroofs
- Sliding Sunroof
Seats:
- Sliding 3rd Row Seats
Steering:
- Power Steering
Installed Options
Air Conditioning:
- Rear A/C System
Drivetrain:
- Full Time 4WD
- Turbo Diesel
Seats:
- 2nd Row 180 Swivel Seats
- 3rd Row Seating
Tires and Rims:
- Alloy Wheels
Contact Information
Rare Rides Company —
Main Phone:
(980) 306-8100
Alt. Phone:
(704) 663-0432
Email:
info@rarerides.com
Disclaimer
Disclaimer: All vehicles sold As-Is, Where-Is; all sales final. Descriptions are for identification only and do not constitute a warranty. While we perform visual inspections, we do not disassemble components and are not responsible for hidden damage or repairs. We strongly encourage a thorough inspection prior to purchase of the vehicle personally or via 3rd party to ensure satisfaction to the condition and value. Claims of "Numbers Matching" or "Original Mileage" are provided by the consignor; authenticity is not guaranteed and must be verified by the buyer. Prices exclude taxes/fees and are subject to change; availability is subject to prior sale. Shipping: Dealership is not liable for damages/delays once in a shipper's custody. Payment: Bank wire preferred. All checks held 10 business days. No credit cards. Cash payments of $10,000+ require IRS Form 8300.
Dealership Information
Rare Rides Company
Business Hours
| Mon: | CLOSED |
|---|---|
| Tue: | 9:00am-5:00pm |
| Wed: | 9:00am-5:00pm |
| Thu: | 9:00am-5:00pm |
| Fri: | 9:00am-5:00pm |
| Sat: | 9:00am-3:00pm |
| Sun: | CLOSED |
Location
128 Innovation Drive
Statesville, NC 28677
Statesville, NC 28677
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