54,000 miles

Fulltime 4wd

1KZ-TE Turbo Diesel

These are among the most coveted styles of Hiaces coming over from Japan and can sell in the $30-35k range. This one has very low miles, drives smooth and looks awesome. It’s been serviced by a local mechanic including , air filter, oil filter, fuel filter, EGR delete, hoses, alternator, new deep cycle battery for camper equipment, fluids flushed and topped off, a 2 inch lift, Tacoma 16’ wheels and AT tires. This van was purchased from a dealership in Japan that sold it road trip ready, but all these updates have been made just to ensure it’s in top shape for the next owner.

Has seatbelts for 5, sleeps 2 adults by laying the seats flat. There is a working fridge (battery, propane, shore power) , Mikunu diesel heater, curtains, plenty of cupboards for storage, a sink with water pump and water tanks, shore power hookup, TV, power windows, auto transmission, 2’ Tugmaster receiver, remote start, and more. The window tint is in good shape and has an Omnistor awning.

Overall this is a very clean Hiace, drives smooth and comfortable at 70-75 mhp and so far has had no overheating problems.

Downside… the paint job is not factory and I have discovered some rust under the paint. The price has been significantly reduced to allow the new owner to have the rust repaired when it’s needed.

Price - $29,000 OBO

Location - San Diego, CA

- 184,274 km (114,502 miles)
- 3L diesel engine
- 4WD with manual lock front hubs
- 3 mode interior - dinette setup (seats facing each other with table in between), road setup (3-row seats), and sleeper setup with seats laid flat
- Pop-top with loft sleeping space
- Two burner propane stove
- Sink with electric water pump
-12v fridge
- 2 engine batteries and a deep cycle coach battery for camper appliances
- Electrical plug-in
- Awning
- Dual Zone AC/ heat

1993 Toyota Hiace Cruising Cabin for sale. Seats 7, sleeps 4. Runs great, wouldn’t hesitate to drive it anywhere. Was imported from Japan summer of 2020. I’m the second owner and have put 19,994 km (12,424 miles) on it here in the US the majority of which have been on the highway. Had a radiator repair shortly after purchasing but have had zero problems since.

The interior is in excellent condition and has been meticulously cared for. The owner in Japan clearly never used it as a camper. If you are unfamiliar with these camper vans they are extremely rare as Toyota only manufactured a select few in house specifically for the Japanese market. This particular camper van still has all original pieces - awning, removable storage unit, radio, stove grate/ cover, toolbox, owners manuals, etc.

Though it doesn’t affect the function of the car in any way there is some bodywork to be done which is reflected in the price. Below is a link to a public photo album of more in-depth photos of the camper van:

Location: South Carolina

Seller: Jeff - hiacesoutheast@gmail.com

Price: $17,500

173k kms (Just over 100k miles) 3.0 liter turbo diesel

This is the ultimate road trip vehicle! This van was imported from Japan and has a South Carolina title. It is right hand drive and seats 8. The 1KZ turbo diesel engine gives you enough power for highway cruising speeds and the full-time 4 wheel drive with 4.10 gears will get you through most off-road situations without a second thought.

We have done full maintenance including a new water pump, timing belt, timing gear and tensioner, all fluids changed and new filters (oil, air, fuel,transmission). See list below.

It has been outfitted with Cooper 235/75R15 tires on stock alloy wheels. The stock exhaust has been replaced with a 2 1⁄2” straight pipe and the EGR has been deleted.

We have owned this Hiace for about a year now and driven it around 1000 miles since doing all maintenance to make sure that there are no hiccups.

This version of the Hiace comes with the semi mid roof and 3 sunroofs.

Maintenance

Oil and filter change
Transmission fluid and filter change
Timing belt and tensioners
EGR delete
Water pump
Wheel bearings and seals
New wiper blades
New brake shoes
New sway bar bushings
Differential fluid change, front, rear and transfer case New tires, Cooper Discoverer AT3 235/75R15
New front and rear shocks
New drive belts, AC and alternator
Coolant flush and fill
New thermostat
New radiator cap
New Air filter
New Fuel Filter
Check valve clearance
New Hiace Southeast all weather floor mats
2 1⁄2” straight pipe exhaust

This Hiace is in excellent condition and only 90,000 miles on it. The 1KZ Hiace models are the best vans for driving US speeds. It cruises comfortably at the 70-75mpg range and gets around 20-25 miles per gallon. The exterior is in great shape and the interior is like new. There is minor rust and corrosion on the van, it looks and drives smooth.

The Living Saloon EX package is the next step down from the top Hiace package – it’s a balance of comfort and functionality. The Fulltime 4WD is great in the snow and off road, coupled with the 1KZ engine this Van is very capable.

The van has new: Falkentire AT tires, Fuel Filter, Water Pump, Head Gasket, Cylinder Head, Air Filter, Oil Filter, and hoses in cooling system which has also been flushed.

Dual Sun Roofs
Power windows
Power door locks
Power Windows, Power locks, and Power Steering.
AC+Heat with front and rear controls.
Original Toyota Premium Tape and CD deck
Seats 8 and the benches can rotate, slide forward and backward and lay down. They can also be easily removed and converted into a campervan.
OEM Window Curtains

The KZH138 long body style indicates that this is a longer wheelbase and high roof version of a standard Hiace van OEM from Toyota Factory. These are typically 10-passenger vans but this one has been converted into a fully functional camper. It has the coveted 1KZTE engine which is more suited for US roads than any other JDM vans available and is equipped with full-time 4wd. It has just under 80,000 verified miles on it, has been registered and on the roads in Japan up until winter, so there is no worry about fluids and components sitting for 25 years.

Seats 4, sleeps 3-4, includes heater, fridge, VHS player, sink, plenty of storage compartments, awning, removable table, privacy curtains, Working AC throughout van, slider windows, lots of seating options! There is very minimal rust, the interior is in excellent condition, the body has a couple dings but is overall in great shape. I have taken this from California to Utah and cruised all over the mountains here with no mechanical problems and no overheating.

Work done: Dobinson suspension, Roamer NW 2 inch lift, Falkentire Wildpeak AT tires, EGR delete, new battery, oil change, air filter and coolant flush.

This particular model is rare with the camper setup and have been seen for 29-40k in the US.

Price: $29,000

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Location: Bellingham, Washington

Sellers Contact Info: Katie_guat@hotmail.com

210,756 km -- 130,957 miles

New engine installed Feb 2020 at 210,700 km

Price: $32,000

It’s hard to properly describe the uniqueness and rarity of this particular 4WD campervan. Back in the 90s, Toyota made awesome factory campers that were 100% in-house Toyota, designed and built by Toyota and no other – in Japan, for sale only in Japan. Finding one in the US is incredibly difficult, we know because it took us forever to find her. They are know to be trustworthy, bulletproof, incredible 4WD and snow machines and awesomely fuel efficient. We found her to be all of those things. And although we don't agree with the 'ugly' part, this article in Bloomberg News highlights how awesome these rigs are:

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-04-20/ugly-is-a-selling-point-for-fans-of-these-tiny-japanese-vans

We are sad to say goodbye...Our trusty steed of a camper van is ready to move on to new adventures. She carried us steadily through the deserts of the southwest, the rainforests of the Pacific Northwest, and the wild mountains of Montana for the last three years as we built our business working from the road, but she is now, with great dismay, looking for a new home.

Our near-term travel plans have us flying to places in Central America where we ought not drive, and planning a long-term sabbatical abroad, and sitting in the driveway unused is no place for a van like this.

And just what exactly is it? If you know camper vans, then you have certainly heard of Toyota's Hiace Cruising Cabin. A 4-Wheel drive diesel van with pop-top, she’s fully camperized with a new marine grade diesel heater, newly electrified as a nomadic work station, and as fuel efficient as you will find in the world of vans and campers (~22-27 mpg). And if driving on the wrong side of the vehicle, and turning heads everywhere you go isn’t enough to convince you, here’s a list of upgrades and highlights…

Upgrades:
-New engine (fully reconditioned) Toyota 3L (2.8Liter) shipped from Australia and installed locally in Bellingham February 2020 (inquire for full details on the reconditioning process)
-New water pump, timing belt, gaskets, etc (Feb 2020)
-Brand new custom, overbuilt radiator, and new transmission oil cooler installed Feb 2020 (the one knock on Hiaces is undersized radiators that makes them prone to overheat...not anymore!)
-New fuel injection pump (Fall 2018)
-We have a mechanic in Bellingham who is now a Toyota Hiace expert
-New Webasto diesel heater installed Fall 2018, with all marine grade components (installed by Pacific Marine here in Bellingham, the best of the best). It kept us warm on cold desert nights and DRY on cold, wet PNW nights.
-New solar charging system, including portable 100W flexible solar panel, isolated starter and house bank (brand new 4D deep cycle marine 198 amp hour, $800, April 2020) batteries, etc with all marine grade components (installed by Pacific Marine in Bellingham, WA, the best of the best)...We work from laptops on the road and required ample, consistent charging - this system worked great for our heavy use.

Drivetrain:
-2.8L 4 cylinder Diesel (3L model)
-Automatic with Overdrive
-Low and High range 4wd and locking hubs
-Extremely Fuel efficient - We got over 24mpg on a few tanks, and consistently get 21-22 mpg

Interior:
-Two rows of back seats - seat belts for 7 overall
-Sleeps 4 comfortably (two in the loft and two in the convertible bed down low), and possibly another kid or two with creativity
-Middle row seat rotates 180 to create a dinette with stowable table top
-Pop top gives you standing head room
-Tires in good shape (~10,000 miles), plus a spare set of studded snow tires (she does phenomenally well in the snow without the studded tires, and is a beast off road)
-Roof rack
-Propane stove with exterior canister storage can easily convert to run Coleman canisters or a mini propane tank (currently plumbed for Coleman).
-Sink - (we took the pump and spigot out, but it could easily be converted back)
-12V Fridge runs great, and even freezes in the upper “freezer” portion
-Awning keeps the sun off and the rain out to greatly expand your living space
-Curtains throughout
-Dual Zone A/C (it blew cold when we bought it, but now needs a new charge or further work/investigation)
-Dual zone Heat
-All interior lighting switched to LEDs
-New speakers front and rear
-Foam floor panels for comfort and added insulation
-New radio with bluetooth
-Tons of storage and well thought out hidey holes
-We also have a manual (in English!) and lots of parts numbers to save you time and headache

The Negatives:
-You’ve probably figured out by now that the original engine gave out...A broken fan clutch and the aforementioned undersized radiator led to overheating/engine damage. It was probably rebuildable, but the gamble of mechanic time on an open ended can of worms convinced us to go with the known quantity of a fully reconditioned engine.
-There are a few minor dents in the body that have minor rust and should be addressed
-Upholstery and pop top canvas is in decent shape, but by no means new and shiny
Comparable Sales:

Other comparable hiaces sales (though with original and not brand new engines, so not actually comparable) have recently sold for $30,000 and $32,000 respectively. All told, we’ve invested over $10,000 in material upgrades that you now don’t have to worry about. And it was the best money we’ve ever spent. Our time traveling the backroads in this van, sleeping in flat spots under the desert sky, miles from the nearest campground, has been the best time of our life. If you’ve read this far, you are a kindred soul who understands the value of solitude. And this is one of the best machines to get you there.

1993 Cruising Cabin: Sold for $32,000 (in less than 24 hours on Craigslist) - ~200,000 kilometers on the engine.
https://www.roamernw.com/cruising-cabin
1992 Cruising Cabin: Listed for 33,000, 106,000 kilometers - https://www.jdmbuysell.com/product/1992-toyota-hiace-cruising-cabin-camper-van/
1992 Cruising Cabin: Sold for $30,000, Sept 2019 - https://www.yotaimports.com/listings/cruising-cabin/