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

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This is the Best Toyota Land Cruiser You've Never Heard Of: The Land Cruiser J78 Prado. Specifically, this is the Land Cruiser KZJ78W Prado. When the 70-series Land Cruiser was introduced, Toyota split the 70-series into the "heavy duty" and "light duty" versions of the truck. The Prado (also known as the Bundera or Land Cruiser II) embodies the "light duty" ethos with a blend of off-road capability, comfort, and a more civilian-friendly design, making it a unique entry in the Land Cruiser lineage. This 1995 KZJ78W model showcases the classic rugged lines and robust build quality that Toyota is renowned for, alongside features and amenities that were quite advanced for its time.
James Reeves gives you a personal tour of his Prado, along with Japanese car expert, Aaron Ross of Bulldog Auto Japan, and they explain why the Toyota Land Cruiser J78 Prado, especially the KZJ78W model, stands as a testament to Toyota's engineering excellence and foresight into the SUV market's evolution that lives up to the revered Land Cruiser heritage.
Contents:
0:00 Intro
0:49 History of the J78 Prado
3:26 Technical Specs
4:18 Interview with Expert
6:55 Walkaround with Expert
12:29 Why I Love the J78 Prado

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@JamesReeves Ай бұрын

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

@freshsombrero8442 Ай бұрын

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 10 күн бұрын

It looked so cool then i saw the Automatic 😒

@Eric__B Ай бұрын

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 Ай бұрын

Plus, skinny margaritas.

@jtec99 Ай бұрын

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 Ай бұрын

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

@wildberry752 Ай бұрын

And he looks great in a pair of chubbies shorts

@DanielTaylor-tz1rf Ай бұрын

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

@hooty465 Ай бұрын

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 Ай бұрын

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.

@althaf5991 13 күн бұрын

Yet you guys got smoked by natives at every intersection 🤣

@garyfontenot2786 7 күн бұрын

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.

@SM-zk7jz Ай бұрын

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 Ай бұрын

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

@ianray8823 Ай бұрын

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

@paleoph6168 Ай бұрын

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 11 күн бұрын

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.

@b-ryanistryin Ай бұрын

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

@jake9705 Ай бұрын

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

@misternitro1 Ай бұрын

Doug has two dads

@danielkemp4860 Ай бұрын

and THIS is the J78 Prado!

@eisenerballer Ай бұрын

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

@misternitro1 Ай бұрын

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

@Hotlog69 Ай бұрын

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

@noahkahn8987 Ай бұрын

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

@TheGunner11 Ай бұрын

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

@matthewschiebout7384 Ай бұрын

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

@SpartanONegative Ай бұрын

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

@gagelawrence8443 Ай бұрын

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

@SanoyNimbus Ай бұрын

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. :(

@ajithboralugoda8906 15 күн бұрын

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

@mubarakal-mansouri5979 Ай бұрын

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

@luciusrene943 Ай бұрын

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

@chris8394 Ай бұрын

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 Ай бұрын

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 5 күн бұрын

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

@simonsays8704 Ай бұрын

More of this please

@jm8254 Ай бұрын

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

@hendo337 Ай бұрын

That's a lot more tasteful than any new monstrosity of an Escalade or Denali/King Ranch/Platinum pickup that yukky new money people would drive. That SUV screams 23rd generation Landed Gentry.

@hendo337 Ай бұрын

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.

@TheRealBobBasher Ай бұрын

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.

@Androgenies 16 күн бұрын

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.

@yasiriqbalch Ай бұрын

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 5 күн бұрын

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

@5265060 5 күн бұрын

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

@YouTubeHandlesAreMoronic Ай бұрын

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

@SpartanONegative Ай бұрын

Great Video James 😎 Thank you for sharing this Landcruiser with us 🙏 God Bless

@harkiratratol 3 күн бұрын

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.

@ndguitarplayer Ай бұрын

Damn fine vehicle bro! 🤙🏻

@trekfortruth2841 Ай бұрын

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!

@minisforerbody Ай бұрын

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

@JM-fb4kz Ай бұрын

Really enjoy the content James

@kapilrana6220 Ай бұрын

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

@user-qr3ds5uy6x Ай бұрын

Nice cruiser James, keep these cool videos coming

@TurboDog73TX Ай бұрын

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

@ChronicMasterHater Ай бұрын

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

@dashfalcor2299 Ай бұрын

Love the vehicle reviews man!! Excellent content!!

@RobinVerhulstZ Ай бұрын

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

@radbandicoot Ай бұрын

Really dig this kinda content from you. Now I need one.

@LVbibby Ай бұрын

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

@platform-Art Ай бұрын

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 👍

@pauljernigan5125 Ай бұрын

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.

@maluasuncion9610 Ай бұрын

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

@emergingloki Ай бұрын

Just lovely. Thank you.

@interestingvideosofinteres5136 10 күн бұрын

James nails this video. Well done. 😊

@freedomsquid7414 Ай бұрын

Great content James. Keep it up.

@wangchukl Ай бұрын

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

@romaellodfranco72 Ай бұрын

who doesn't love a LawMan who drives left handed Japanese Relics as well as being Full of Knowledge of things that go bang

@Nightdiver20 Ай бұрын

Sweet ride. I'm really liking your car reviews

@mikesanders9036 Ай бұрын

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

@BlueAlphaBelts Ай бұрын

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

@thomashastings5694 Ай бұрын

Very nice James!

@robertcherry7404 Ай бұрын

Love your passion.

@jonrobb6512 Ай бұрын

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

@RealBearFace Ай бұрын

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

@TheLazyLabrador Ай бұрын

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

@EquationProductions Ай бұрын

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.

@jonmy357 Ай бұрын

I'm really digging these car videos

@nunyabeeswax2575 Ай бұрын

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!

@TGV66 Ай бұрын

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

@cshader2488 Ай бұрын

absolutely beautiful LC

@Isaac_El_Khoury Ай бұрын

Holy cow, that's a great looking Toyota!

@Glandash Ай бұрын

I enjoy these videos.

@Aldeeezzy Ай бұрын

These are on my wish list 😍

@ejdtm Ай бұрын

Great video

@masabarakizakennyross4984 Ай бұрын

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

@zombie4034 Ай бұрын

In my country they use these to take kids to school, one them has 500k km that's 300k miles for Americans reading this, and they're dirt cheap and really reliable

@Yowie722 Ай бұрын

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😊😊😊

@kingbaldwiniv5409 Ай бұрын

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

@muskyman1018 Ай бұрын

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.

@samduffy7628 Ай бұрын

Lovely car, I’m excited for your Kei Car technical episode

@erikstover3228 Ай бұрын

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!

@LastChanceFossil Ай бұрын

Gorgeous!

@ascentoffroad Ай бұрын

Beautiful

@russellgill8449 Ай бұрын

Nice ride ,am you got a good one, hope keep doing the car reviews.

@JoeKickass762 Ай бұрын

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

@jordanjoestar8839 Ай бұрын

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.

@gs6734 Ай бұрын

Lawyers, guns and cars. Love it.

@juncho1977 Ай бұрын

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

@danielrgusa Ай бұрын

That thing is gorgeous.

@jasonjaafar Ай бұрын

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.

@virongreene5146 Ай бұрын

I like where this channel is going.

@lacuzon39000 Ай бұрын

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 .

@dmcharley64 Ай бұрын

Solid ride...

@timothyouellette5211 Ай бұрын

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)

@mattgonzales810 Ай бұрын

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. 🤘🤙✌️

@mickgillen9809 Ай бұрын

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....

@01000100easter Ай бұрын

Describing the Prado as "your wife's Land Cruiser" hits a little close to home as the owner of a North American J120, A.K.A. Lexus GX470. Incidentally, I would recommend one if your wife is looking to cruise some land. There is a decent aftermarket for bumper stickers that say shit like "it's basically a Land Cruiser" if you are considering one for yourself.

@pareidoliarocks 24 күн бұрын

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.

@Wtrxprs007able Ай бұрын

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.

@frankbutta9344 Ай бұрын

I always wanted a 1970’s FJ40. Very Cool!

@nickabeiro Ай бұрын

bad ass LC! congrats enjoy it

@jeanwesleynew Ай бұрын

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

@jasonsantos6430 19 күн бұрын

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 KZfaq.

@Unclemiffato100 3 күн бұрын

What a beautiful land cruiser

@Lothar_VonDoomhammer 28 күн бұрын

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??

@slicktriggers9238 Ай бұрын

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

@garrygraham Ай бұрын

In Australia, the 70 series includes the 76 wagon, the 79 dual cab ute, and the 78 troop carrier. There is also the 75 single cab ute. The modern versions have run a 4.5 litre V8 single turbo diesel, with the latest gen having the 1GD-FTD 2.8 litre 4cylinder diesel. The Prado we know in Aus is the 90, 120 and 150 series wagons, very different to your 78 'Prado'. The new generation 250 series is the new Prado for us and the Landcruiser for you guys. My daily driver is the LC200 with 4.5 litre V8 twin turbo diesel. You really haven't lived until you own a Landcruiser!