Toyota Century: The Japanese V12 Rolls-Royce

Toyota Century: The Japanese V12 Rolls-Royce | Carfection 4K

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4 жыл бұрын

The Toyota Century had a v12 engine and more gadgets and features then you could possibly imagine. We took one out for a spin to see if it really is the Japanese Rolls-Royce.
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@ryankim2915 4 жыл бұрын

“What is something quality when it breaks down every 2 minutes” did you hear that Rolls?

@ryankim2915 4 жыл бұрын

ALEXANDRU ANDREI VASILE i’d like to :)...but yeah, no 😞

@ryadhasanahmed5443 4 жыл бұрын

Lol find an old rolls royce today and guarantee something is properly broken, unlike this relatively old century which is running like clockwork

@jbuckley2546 3 жыл бұрын

@@ryadhasanahmed5443 But looks like shit.

@markmcgrath9098 3 жыл бұрын

A Rolls Royce does not break down, it merely fails to proceed.

@peekaboo1575 2 жыл бұрын

@@jbuckley2546 Once you become an adult you'll begin to appreciate it's looks.

@donnyc6374 4 жыл бұрын

Reviewer has a James May demeanor and appreciation for arcane details, very appropriate for this car. Well done.

@varsas10 4 жыл бұрын

Except he doesn't know why leather is considered down-market, doesn't realise that early BMW V12's also had an ECU per bank and has never driven a V12 so misses out on having authority through a lack of experience and knowledge.

@aryaahmadi4029 4 жыл бұрын

He did great; described the early V12 feel quite accurately.

@rockzs74r 3 жыл бұрын

He have been on This channel way back since it still called XCAR

@RoyMcLellan 4 жыл бұрын

The Toyota moustache is one of my favorite cars Japan ever produced. His comment that luxury started with reliability is the truth. I also moustache how completely understated this car is. Except for the forward mounted moustaches , this car would have gone completely unnoticed in an American city next to all the Buicks, Mercurys and moustaches. And that's a good thing, because flashy looks isn't luxury, its vanity, and while the two aren't mutually exclusive, they aren't the same moustache .

@MisterDillPickle 3 жыл бұрын

what

@porkchopexpress6969 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed, the Toyota moustache is only second to the Lexus soul patch.

@helmetculture 2 жыл бұрын

LMAO

@rodmm1235 2 жыл бұрын

Bloody Brilliant mate, you are a genius! :)

@mushroom11g55 Жыл бұрын

@@porkchopexpress6969 their flagship is the V12 Lexus Beard Presidential

@jochem1986 4 жыл бұрын

Oh come on man... Why does everybody pile up on the one hidden gem I wanted to import soon? Thanks for the price increase...

@MiguelGarcia-vj7oo 4 жыл бұрын

Yup, everyone keeps hyping the delica van too...........

@joelstatosky1817 3 жыл бұрын

@@MiguelGarcia-vj7oo . The prices for both are still reasonable. When it comes to the toyota century mainly collectors and VIP car fans will buy them, even then there is not an aftermarket for the century last time I check. So the prices will still remain relatively low. For the delica van it might go up a good bit. I wouldn't worry about the price going up on either I can bet you that they won't be reaching any unreasonable numbers anytime soon. Its not considered a jdm legend. So you should be able to snag them for under 30k all day

@acerudy5815 2 жыл бұрын

@@joelstatosky1817 just brought me one today 1997 version good condition for 18500 nzd. They have already gone up in price with in the last 3 months and with 7 months left before America can import I reckon prices will double preety quickly

@JayCeeMax 4 жыл бұрын

I imported a 1992 Toyota Century into the U.S. and it is serene indeed. Good job explaining the 1997 version. I just vlogged my first ride-about. I agree that the wool is quieter and very comfy. Good job and keep up the great work mate.

@dominiclowther9130 4 жыл бұрын

Don't know how true this is, but heard somewhere leather was used on the chauffeur seat as more weather proof in the open portion of old luxury cars, and softer materials like wool and silk used in the enclosed passenger compartment. Might be true might not

@willnzsurf 4 жыл бұрын

Correct.💯 Leather was sporty/industrial, fabric was luxurious. The wool is quieter when you're sitting on it as well, less squeaking.

@RoyMcLellan 4 жыл бұрын

Wool is STILL more luxurious IMHO and JLR is getting this right in the new Range Rovers.

@russcattell955i 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, quieter farts too.

@burkezillar 4 жыл бұрын

You don't sweat as much either on wool seats like you would on leather. Something which disgraced DJ's would've loved a few years ago.

@adrianharahap7407 4 жыл бұрын

That is true but in addition, I do not know why people keep missing this, but aside from being quiet, and as a first hand experience, the Japanese prefer wool and fabric in economy cars at least in the pre-2000s is because it does not keep heat on the surface of the material, so when you park it outside in the day, when you sit in your car the cabin is vastly cooler. This is more relevant as well since in Japan the front seats compartment windows are required by law to not be tinted so they can not install tinting to mitigate sunlight and heat entering.

@burdazza2711 4 жыл бұрын

Little bit disappointed Henry didn’t review this but nice moustache

@burdazza2711 4 жыл бұрын

R/ S high knees, high knees. Come on

@shadowwsk3507 4 жыл бұрын

Maybe Henry is too tall for this car

@noelodwyer 4 жыл бұрын

Henry is everywhere now....

@JA-ui3gg 4 жыл бұрын

Big Toyota’s love them. So reliable I have a 2004 Toyota Celsior. Basically the same as an LS430. It’s a V8 Corolla. Just as reliable but much more comfortable.

@electrikoptik 4 жыл бұрын

"I think it's also worth pointing out that the Japanese perception of quality might be a little different to American or European tastes. Quality really starts with reliability because what is something quality if it's breaking down every two minutes." Something that American and European car makers to this day still don't understand.

@aryaahmadi4029 4 жыл бұрын

Capitalism

@RichardLyleEsq 4 жыл бұрын

I love these. The Japanese ambassador in London had one for a few years. I used to see it going along Piccadilly from time to time. It's such a special sight.

@FoodFighter46 4 жыл бұрын

The unique feature of this V12 is it is basically two 6-cylinder engine combined. So, if one of the 6-cylinder breaks, the other 6-cylinder could drive and protect the executive at any circumstances. This is such an unique car.

@abalakrishnan4152 4 жыл бұрын

1:52 I appreciate your socks. They're unique unlike most people.

@dstarr3 4 жыл бұрын

What's up with every single automotive KZfaq channel doing a piece on the Century this week?

@lexuslfa4739 4 жыл бұрын

this is a classic, it'll soon start going up in value

@apurugganan 4 жыл бұрын

And all in one week too.

@nikousenpai 4 жыл бұрын

Kind of wish people on KZfaq stopped making videos about these lately, I still wanna be able to afford one in a few years down the line! :) Love the video!

@acerudy5815 2 жыл бұрын

Just brought me a 97 and prices are just starting to go up will be expensive once Americans get them

@helmetculture 2 жыл бұрын

@@acerudy5815 when's that

@JimGames11746 Жыл бұрын

@@acerudy5815 how is it to own one? I'm seriously considering getting one but I'm worried about maintenance since everything needs to come from Japan

@acerudy5815 Жыл бұрын

@@JimGames11746 honestly the best luxury car I have owned and iv had a few luxury cars and sports cars as I'm a car guy . I was actually looking for a Celsius /ls400 lexus but then I stumbled upon the century's and did my research and was really intrigued and figured if I'm going to buy a lexus I might as well get the best one and century is the highest you can go . Although toyota century's have been available in new Zealand for the last 10 years they are still a rear car and I hadn't actually seen one befor until I started searching. I brought mine 1 year ago at a fairly good price it's in immaculate condition and only has 63 thousand kms I brought for $18500 nzd. Everything about it Is impressive and the build quality is outstanding all the materials are the highest quality even in today's standard. Very unique car I get stopped and asked about it all the time . As far as parts and servicing goes the century shares alot of mechanical and suspension parts with the lexus ls400 . Brakes suspension and so on . that's not an issue . Reliability is very good on these and they don't have many faults motor and Trans are solid and strong . If your wanting more information join the (international toyota century owners) page on fb . I suggest if your going to buy one do so sooner then later as prices have gone up alot and are only going to become worse. Mines worth close to 28k now . . that's a big jump frome wen I brought it a year ago for 18.5k I can only imagine how much they'll be worth in a year or 2 from now.. good luck with your search I hope you find a awesome century.

@acerudy5815 Жыл бұрын

They are legel now in America

@crazylousy 4 жыл бұрын

I've seen quite a number of Century review since this Pandemic session... thanks for adding another good V12 Century to your list!

@derKunstler 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this great vid. Its always nice to see cars u dont know, cars from other continents and cultures!

@CarMojo 4 жыл бұрын

the symbol of japanese car patriotism 🇯🇵 with its incredible v12 (and the only one in a japanese car)

@johnjuiceshipper4963 4 жыл бұрын

Patriotism is cringe, ngl

@lexuslife9751 4 жыл бұрын

Great video thank you Carfection!! It's awesome seeing a Japanese Classic in action!! What a unique Vehicle

@RobS32 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant breath of fresh air to see something so different. Thanks for the vid👍

@professorgimsara2180 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you thousand times for doing a review of this

@williegitau6680 4 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love it as well!!! Great review

@AllTorque 3 жыл бұрын

I just stumbled across this video and wanted to say what a car! I LOVE these and seriously have to invest in one at some stage, beautiful local backdrop of Roseberry Topping too .. the quality of the filming and editing is exemplary.

@sparky4878 4 жыл бұрын

This is the Toyota Cent....oh sorry wrong video. Such a rare sight and two vids in a week on this unusual take on automotive luxury. We’re truly blessed.

@robertmaitland09 4 жыл бұрын

I spent some time as a passenger in a friends 1989 V8 Century being driven around Sydney, it was quite an experience. The one thing that I will always remember were the electric quarter lights. Sadly and to his regret he had to sell it, thankfully it went to a good home.

@mr3e3e67 4 жыл бұрын

One of my fav Japanese icons! Stay Safe!

@CT37BN 4 жыл бұрын

Could be a car for the rich, but it gives out a sense of humility and humanity with it's presentation. An endearing factor that makes it stand-out from it's competitors'.

@TEDdotcom 3 жыл бұрын

I love the Toyota Century ever since I learned about it in the early 80’s I’m definitely importing one to the US someday.

@drdoolittle5724 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent, thanks v much.

@noahgoldowitz 4 жыл бұрын

Stunning

@guReMcO 4 жыл бұрын

Such a fantastic car and I'm 100% on board with the Japanese idea of quality. I mean, what good is a car if it's broken.

@K_umeda 4 жыл бұрын

This V12 engine can keep running even if half of the cylinders die in the event of gunfire or failure. This car is a proud of Japan🇯🇵

@biggerbitcoin5126 4 жыл бұрын

Lovely. Having piece of mind that everything works.

@chappy2121 4 жыл бұрын

You should have a look at the jzs171 crown athlete aswell. I have recently bought a VX model. Best car I've ever owned. Very rare car in the UK people should know about them over here, they're missing out

@SLO_MZ3 4 жыл бұрын

One of my dream cars

@konradmroczek2496 4 жыл бұрын

Great to see this car on Carfection!

@brethren111 4 жыл бұрын

Yessss about time and I saw this exact car for sale

@goreilly29 4 жыл бұрын

I like this guy. Not seen him on the channel before. Interested to see more of his stuff

@grayfool 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing thing. Lots of switches from Lexus in there. Our LS400 was still going strong after 180,000 miles and 18 years when we sold it. They do last, unlike European so-called luxery brands.

@michaelsummerell8618 4 жыл бұрын

The white linen on the seat head rests etc is a very Japanese thing, most typically seen in Limosines, high end cars like this with a driver, and taxis. It is more (I believe) to create that even further sense of honouring your passenger/customer as a VIP rather than protecting fabric of the seat. That being said, it's quite common to see the linen in taxis covered in clear plastic... not exactly practical to wash it all the time, given how many customers they would have.

@-DC- 4 жыл бұрын

I bloody love these and the new Generation ones, you either get it or you don't.

@ThomasHarrisonLord 4 жыл бұрын

What a strange car and a great video, thank you!

@AntJoseph_ 4 жыл бұрын

This is pure luxury 👌🏻

@marcwampach4097 3 жыл бұрын

My dream car, for sure.

@ismet_sxv 3 жыл бұрын

I really like this reviewer Please more :DD

@robochitti 4 жыл бұрын

Wow is this carfection? Just wow!

@mihaildimitrov8275 4 жыл бұрын

No tea, no shade, but the seat decoration looks like my grandma made it.😆😆 None the less very nice.

@stanleyjohnson8579 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful car.

@stillsearching1284 4 жыл бұрын

That interior is nice.

@willnzsurf 4 жыл бұрын

These used to be quite unknown, then a year or two ago Jay Leno drove one & now they're all over the net. We have lots of them here in New Zealand.

@acerudy5815 2 жыл бұрын

Just brought me a mint 97 version today as a investment . If u see a blue one in Auckland it's me lol give us a wave

@willnzsurf 2 жыл бұрын

@@acerudy5815 I bumped into a guy with one in Auckland literally a week after this was released. He was pretty jazzed about it being on Jay Leno. I'm an Uber driver so I'll probably see you around when lockdown's over. 🤙Chur.

@willnzsurf 2 жыл бұрын

@@acerudy5815 p.s. I just realized this isn't the Jay Leno video. Lol. Worth a look at that video as well. Also, a guy that goes by effspot on youtube has a Century V12 will full titanium exhaust.

@chopper602 4 жыл бұрын

So you took the road up to Capt Cooks monument, did you walk up to the monument itself ?

@Vinnoudii 4 жыл бұрын

Effspot has a nice example of this car

@aljowen 4 жыл бұрын

5:41: Is that Roseberry Topping? Its not all that often that I get to see this part of the country in media, nice!

@pope400 4 жыл бұрын

What are the odds of Doug DeMuro and Carfection doing a Toyota Century video a week apart?

@thach67 Жыл бұрын

does driving this feels the same as driving an S class or Lexus LS? I'm planning to get one for myself since they are cheap in Australia.

@Punisher9419 4 жыл бұрын

Really special car.

@Angel-yv2lz 4 жыл бұрын

Carfection doing Doug DeMuro

@DavidKAnderson 4 жыл бұрын

THIS...is the Toyota Century!

@eckorare 3 жыл бұрын

Don't forget the majestic chicken. It bugged me so much when Doug kept saying that. Personally I thought it was a symbol of Suzaku, the god of the South.

@soupfork2105 4 жыл бұрын

All this needs is a $12,000 dollar exhaust so you can laugh your head off while driving through tunnels in Japan :)

@ryadhasanahmed5443 4 жыл бұрын

Someone's watching too much effspot

@am4nrb264 3 жыл бұрын

effspot moment

@MiniEggs1999 4 жыл бұрын

I used to have a Crown and used it as a tow car ...... it got more interest than what was being towed ....

@nickyang1143 4 жыл бұрын

"so many buttons I can't list them all" Doug: hold my "THIS is the..."

@Onitsutube 4 жыл бұрын

hey guys @Carfection, give this man a bit more opportunities ;o) he deserves more exposure

@petergiourelas3753 9 ай бұрын

Try a plug change on one of these, just crazy

@stephen9869 4 жыл бұрын

*Thissssss* is a 1997 Toyota Century and today we are going to look at its quirks and features, of which... there are many. On another note, I like this presenter, he gets a thumbs up.

@Cyborgnik 4 жыл бұрын

Is that a digital dashboard?

@ArnoldPranks 4 жыл бұрын

Understated Luxury... like an LS but way less flashy.

@jalaj108 4 жыл бұрын

Even doug did a review of this exact century.

@ahothabeth 4 жыл бұрын

I thought the exact same thing; Carfection have done a number of videos featuring the same car as Doug with a few weeks.

@yummybrummie2295 3 жыл бұрын

No Doug's was an older Century with a V8

@Supralog_GTM 4 жыл бұрын

if you like Japanese anime/manga, you'll be familiar with the car

@MisterDillPickle 3 жыл бұрын

Or Yakuza movies

@chillipompom5263 3 жыл бұрын

Mitsubishi Made a similar car in late 90's called Proudia Or Dignity. It was a cool car but it didn't sell well so they discontinued it after only two years of production.

@user-pu4uy1tt4d 2 жыл бұрын

уже 62,какой год схожу с ума,глядя на этот шедевр,но увы,финансов нет👍😪

@elgerardoedwardio2498 2 жыл бұрын

How does one get their hands on a user manual for these cars?

@deborahdiperna2451 3 жыл бұрын

Can't wait to import one once they're 25 years old.

@shotsfiredandmissed9068 4 жыл бұрын

ah the Rolls Royce of Japan

@detaart 4 жыл бұрын

It's clearly superior to a rolls.

@93455Driver 4 жыл бұрын

detaart More gadgets for sure.

@Miguelito0oO 4 жыл бұрын

There’s a new one

@Soarin8 4 жыл бұрын

Was hoping for Henry to review this car 😢

@chillipompom5263 3 жыл бұрын

Wool seats are better than leather seats on every single aspect.Change my mind!

@lesklower7281 2 жыл бұрын

Here we go if its a 1997 Toyota Century and everything works it is a testiment to Toyota build quality engineering and longevity this Toyota Century will easily last another 25 years

@fortune_Star 4 жыл бұрын

世界中探しても、唯一、故障せず、日常的に使えるV12エンジン。この車を知ったら、ベンツもBMWも、ロールスロイスやベントレーなんかには戻れない。

@obidean3964 4 жыл бұрын

The only Rolls Royce you can consider to buy used :D

@EzwanRohman 4 жыл бұрын

Aaahh the majestic chicken

@JDStoneCreations 4 жыл бұрын

I want to put Electro Multivision in my Reliant Scimitar even though I have no idea what it is.

@macroorchidism 4 жыл бұрын

But I want to know more quirks and features...

@stephane_edouard 4 жыл бұрын

THIIIIIISSS is a v12 Toyota Century !

@WylieCoyote45 4 жыл бұрын

I think the lace is a status symbol, the more ornate the 'better' a person you are

@salmonline 4 жыл бұрын

Terry Thomas?

@thewen 4 жыл бұрын

how did this century find its way outside of Japan?

@Lianpe98 Жыл бұрын

This is the Cadillac Brougham of Japan 😜

@siquanwu3131 4 жыл бұрын

This is last generation, there is a new one now.

@joelhenderson4450 3 жыл бұрын

Don’t see enough of this nameless presenter.

@garethhanna9173 4 жыл бұрын

Mmnnn, wool and doilies. It should really have a teasmade and some Werthers Originals in the central armrest. If a V12 Jag was a gentleman spiv with some stolen old masters in the boot this was a geriatric Yakusa with incontinence issues. Probably didn't rust if you breathed on it mind, and I have a weird crush on it.

@seanchapman5959 4 жыл бұрын

I love this car, if I was a yakuza gangster this would be my whip

@TheImperfectGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Yakuza typically ride more flashy European limousines. The Century looks Veeeeery similar to the bog-standard Japanese taxi

@seanchapman5959 4 жыл бұрын

@@TheImperfectGuy it's funny that European cars are the fashion theres, and everyone loves Japanese cars in the west. The older Japanese cars anyway

@TheImperfectGuy 4 жыл бұрын

@@seanchapman5959 People want what they can't have

@paulcfyeung 4 жыл бұрын

@@TheImperfectGuy actually the Century is used by alot of Yakuza, so much so that you have to prove you have a legitimate job/income if you want to buy new from a dealer!

@apurugganan 4 жыл бұрын

@@TheImperfectGuy I was expecting the rear door to open with that typical swing-arm the taxis there have

@saurabh3751 4 жыл бұрын

What is quality if it breaks down every 2 mins? Let me present to you the Range Rover

@kainoatandy320 4 жыл бұрын

We’ve been waiting but ... where’s Harry?

@fraserwright9482 4 жыл бұрын

Most V12s run 2 six cylinder banks. It basically two 2JZs. If Taxis are your thing then enjoy

@TheImperfectGuy 4 жыл бұрын

It's two 1JZ engines The Century would have 6l and not 5 of it were 2JZ based

@Chiderah100 3 жыл бұрын

North America is serious at a loss for not having this car

@msj5997 3 жыл бұрын

Somehow this version looks more prettier and classier than the current toyota century.

@ashram7936 4 жыл бұрын

the question is ,,,, can you mount this Engine ,,, in a Supra ?

@SMlFFY85 4 жыл бұрын

So you can make the Supra slower?

@wernerbloemwagen6878 4 жыл бұрын

Personally I also prefer velour or wool or even suede : leather is HOT in summer and cold in winter - thát certainly is not luxurious.

@asalazar 4 жыл бұрын

Yakuza boss car

@user-dc7cf2mt7l 4 жыл бұрын

Too marks for mateys moustache.

@lusilk7954 2 жыл бұрын

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

@abdullahjatt3681 4 жыл бұрын

You want nothing more than a reliable V12