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

James Reeves
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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
@JamesReeves Месяц назад
Aaron's contact info if you are looking for a TLC from Japan: www.bulldogautojapan.com/
@freshsombrero8442
@freshsombrero8442 Месяц назад
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
@ThexXxXxOLOxXxXx 6 дней назад
It looked so cool then i saw the Automatic 😒
@Eric__B
@Eric__B Месяц назад
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
@TomP-nw4wu Месяц назад
Plus, skinny margaritas.
@jtec99
@jtec99 Месяц назад
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
@fearlessleader8623 Месяц назад
The chad she hangs out with while james is out galavanting probably helps with the acceptance part
@wildberry752
@wildberry752 Месяц назад
And he looks great in a pair of chubbies shorts
@DanielTaylor-tz1rf
@DanielTaylor-tz1rf Месяц назад
He makes all the money, why would she have any say it anything?
@hooty465
@hooty465 Месяц назад
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
@appleholo2336 Месяц назад
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
@althaf5991 9 дней назад
Yet you guys got smoked by natives at every intersection 🤣
@garyfontenot2786
@garyfontenot2786 3 дня назад
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
@SM-zk7jz Месяц назад
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
@JamesReeves Месяц назад
Thank you! I'm really enjoying making it. More to come.
@ianray8823
@ianray8823 Месяц назад
First the Kei Van, now this? Truly a man of culture I would love to see you in Japan with gun show interview vibes
@jake9705
@jake9705 Месяц назад
The best part about this car-review video is that it doesn't have Doug DeMuro in it.
@misternitro1
@misternitro1 Месяц назад
Doug has two dads
@danielkemp4860
@danielkemp4860 Месяц назад
and THIS is the J78 Prado!
@eisenerballer
@eisenerballer Месяц назад
If I'm feeling spiteful towards someone or some place I'll cast demuro to a tv and leave. He's truly awful.
@misternitro1
@misternitro1 Месяц назад
@@eisenerballer The digital version of taking a dump in the upper toilet tank
@Hotlog69
@Hotlog69 Месяц назад
Only if James opened this video with, "THIS!"
@paleoph6168
@paleoph6168 Месяц назад
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
@na-gr8rg 7 дней назад
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
@b-ryanistryin Месяц назад
James is a great writer. I will watch most anything he makes, I'm just lucky that we have similar interests.
@gagelawrence8443
@gagelawrence8443 Месяц назад
Is The Car Care Nut doing gun reviews now too?!
@TheGunner11
@TheGunner11 Месяц назад
70 Series has been on the bucket list for some time. I always knew you were a man of culture.
@matthewschiebout7384
@matthewschiebout7384 Месяц назад
It's cool but not using such a vehicle as intended sucks...
@noahkahn8987
@noahkahn8987 Месяц назад
WTF, JR is evolving into the best Car youtuber online!
@luciusrene943
@luciusrene943 Месяц назад
I wish they still made em like this. The less computers in my vehicle the better.
@chris8394
@chris8394 29 дней назад
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
@calavino223 29 дней назад
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
@victorkreig6089 День назад
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
@SpartanONegative
@SpartanONegative Месяц назад
My dad had a50s series. The hand crank backup starter was cool. That was my favorite part about it.
@simonsays8704
@simonsays8704 Месяц назад
More of this please
@5265060
@5265060 День назад
I just bought a 97 fzj80 and couldn't be happier.
@mubarakal-mansouri5979
@mubarakal-mansouri5979 Месяц назад
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
@ajithboralugoda8906
@ajithboralugoda8906 11 дней назад
I had a LJ78 Manual I drove it 17 yrs I loved it.!! The Best Truck ever! Great Video!
@jm8254
@jm8254 Месяц назад
My mom started joining me watching James channel: I asked her: also a firearm fan? She says: No…
@hendo337
@hendo337 Месяц назад
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.
@SanoyNimbus
@SanoyNimbus 28 дней назад
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. :(
@shr00m7
@shr00m7 12 дней назад
The guy wearing a mont-bell rain jacket is that extra Japanese touch that I appreciate. He's legit.
@ndguitarplayer
@ndguitarplayer Месяц назад
Damn fine vehicle bro! 🤙🏻
@YouTubeHandlesAreMoronic
@YouTubeHandlesAreMoronic Месяц назад
I really like the steering wheel...and that it's rugged enough to handle abandoned tennis courts.
@hendo337
@hendo337 Месяц назад
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
@TheRealBobBasher Месяц назад
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.
@minisforerbody
@minisforerbody 26 дней назад
I’m liking the car reviews definitely carry on with them
@ChronicMasterHater
@ChronicMasterHater Месяц назад
Love land cruisers. I have a 30 year old 80 and I’m in love with it
@kapilrana6220
@kapilrana6220 Месяц назад
What an absolute beauty and, lucky to find one in such good shape.
@Androgenies
@Androgenies 11 дней назад
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.
@romaellodfranco72
@romaellodfranco72 Месяц назад
who doesn't love a LawMan who drives left handed Japanese Relics as well as being Full of Knowledge of things that go bang
@StealthTiger99
@StealthTiger99 5 дней назад
The shot outside the pony goes mad hard. More car content!!
@SpartanONegative
@SpartanONegative Месяц назад
Great Video James 😎 Thank you for sharing this Landcruiser with us 🙏 God Bless
@jonrobb6512
@jonrobb6512 Месяц назад
Gotta say I like it. I hate that I like it. But I still like it.
@DaveCraineAccidentalAquarist
@DaveCraineAccidentalAquarist 4 дня назад
This is a total connoisseur’s car 😆 definitely the IYKYK option 👍🏼
@trekfortruth2841
@trekfortruth2841 Месяц назад
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!
@yasiriqbalch
@yasiriqbalch 29 дней назад
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
@victorkreig6089 День назад
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
@emergingloki
@emergingloki Месяц назад
Just lovely. Thank you.
@Aldeeezzy
@Aldeeezzy 29 дней назад
These are on my wish list 😍
@radbandicoot
@radbandicoot Месяц назад
Really dig this kinda content from you. Now I need one.
@novaghisamuhammad1051
@novaghisamuhammad1051 10 дней назад
Agreee ... Prado J70 ... is the best handsome land cruiser ever ...
@ddh137
@ddh137 Месяц назад
YOU PRONOUNCED WILLYS RIGHT!!!! Kick ass!!!
@dashfalcor2299
@dashfalcor2299 Месяц назад
Love the vehicle reviews man!! Excellent content!!
@interestingvideosofinteres5136
@interestingvideosofinteres5136 6 дней назад
James nails this video. Well done. 😊
@LVbibby
@LVbibby Месяц назад
Great video and epic Land Cruiser! You always have all the great info and ideas keep killing it fine sir.
@RobinVerhulstZ
@RobinVerhulstZ Месяц назад
Man this thing is such a vibe, excellent taste james!
@robertcherry7404
@robertcherry7404 Месяц назад
Love your passion.
@BlueAlphaBelts
@BlueAlphaBelts Месяц назад
Love this truck and this video. Enjoyed seeing all the familiar Pensacola Beach locations.
@TGV66
@TGV66 Месяц назад
loving the cars reviews, just the way James speaks is great, I could watch him review a tv stand lmao
@erikstover3228
@erikstover3228 Месяц назад
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!
@mikesanders9036
@mikesanders9036 Месяц назад
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
@JM-fb4kz
@JM-fb4kz Месяц назад
Really enjoy the content James
@Nightdiver20
@Nightdiver20 Месяц назад
Sweet ride. I'm really liking your car reviews
@heineken0579
@heineken0579 Месяц назад
I want to be James Reeves when I grow up.
@thomashastings5694
@thomashastings5694 Месяц назад
Very nice James!
@platform-Art
@platform-Art 29 дней назад
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
@pauljernigan5125 Месяц назад
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
@TurboDog73TX Месяц назад
I'm diggin' the car content James, and I do say, You have exquisite, albeit, very eclectic taste in vehicles.
@RockSolitude
@RockSolitude Месяц назад
There's just something so aesthetically pleasing about this vehicle.
@victorkreig6089
@victorkreig6089 День назад
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,
@LastChanceFossil
@LastChanceFossil 29 дней назад
Gorgeous!
@EquationProductions
@EquationProductions Месяц назад
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.
@freedomsquid7414
@freedomsquid7414 Месяц назад
Great content James. Keep it up.
@maluasuncion9610
@maluasuncion9610 Месяц назад
Make more contents like this. More informative plus its totally diffrent. Kudos james...
@user-qr3ds5uy6x
@user-qr3ds5uy6x Месяц назад
Nice cruiser James, keep these cool videos coming
@wangchukl
@wangchukl 28 дней назад
I love your classic car as well. I have always been a fan of the LandCruiser family. Looking forward to owning one someday.
@cshader2488
@cshader2488 Месяц назад
absolutely beautiful LC
@TheLazyLabrador
@TheLazyLabrador Месяц назад
You’ve mastered the product review, I could watch you review paint colors and I’d still be intrigued.
@ascentoffroad
@ascentoffroad Месяц назад
Beautiful
@RealBearFace
@RealBearFace Месяц назад
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
@gs6734
@gs6734 Месяц назад
Lawyers, guns and cars. Love it.
@Isaac_El_Khoury
@Isaac_El_Khoury Месяц назад
Holy cow, that's a great looking Toyota!
@ejdtm
@ejdtm Месяц назад
Great video
@frankbutta9344
@frankbutta9344 Месяц назад
I always wanted a 1970’s FJ40. Very Cool!
@Glandash
@Glandash Месяц назад
I enjoy these videos.
@jonmy357
@jonmy357 Месяц назад
I'm really digging these car videos
@pareidoliarocks
@pareidoliarocks 20 дней назад
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.
@JoeKickass762
@JoeKickass762 Месяц назад
I'm more of an 80 series guy myself but very good taste there James.
@Yowie722
@Yowie722 28 дней назад
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😊😊😊
@jasonsantos6430
@jasonsantos6430 15 дней назад
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 RU-vid.
@Wtrxprs007able
@Wtrxprs007able 28 дней назад
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.
@juncho1977
@juncho1977 Месяц назад
James, I'm looking forward to your upcoming Mega Cruiser video. 😉🤞
@nickabeiro
@nickabeiro Месяц назад
bad ass LC! congrats enjoy it
@danielrgusa
@danielrgusa Месяц назад
That thing is gorgeous.
@AndyCigars
@AndyCigars Месяц назад
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!
@lacuzon39000
@lacuzon39000 Месяц назад
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 .
@justinmoore8103
@justinmoore8103 Месяц назад
Owned one while stationed in Okinawa...yep, best damn truck ever!!!!!!!!!!
@Rhodieman
@Rhodieman 2 дня назад
I love the J95 Prados the best
@nunyabeeswax2575
@nunyabeeswax2575 Месяц назад
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!
@richdubbya
@richdubbya Месяц назад
Prados are awesome.. That there is one of the OGs.
@dmcharley64
@dmcharley64 Месяц назад
Solid ride...
@astrodudepsu
@astrodudepsu Месяц назад
THIS is James Reeves...
@zombie4034
@zombie4034 Месяц назад
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
@CarlCunningham360
@CarlCunningham360 Месяц назад
I’m getting one James based only on your recommendation. The only downside is that I am an auctioneer and I have an instant grat personality. I’ll let you know when I pick one up and install the snorkel.
@samduffy7628
@samduffy7628 Месяц назад
Lovely car, I’m excited for your Kei Car technical episode
@russellgill8449
@russellgill8449 Месяц назад
Nice ride ,am you got a good one, hope keep doing the car reviews.
@jordanjoestar8839
@jordanjoestar8839 29 дней назад
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.
@masabarakizakennyross4984
@masabarakizakennyross4984 27 дней назад
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
@CarlCunningham360
@CarlCunningham360 Месяц назад
The Pony Gentlemen’s Club. James you out did yourself again!
@kiwi_comanche
@kiwi_comanche Месяц назад
She's a beauty James.
@timothyouellette5211
@timothyouellette5211 Месяц назад
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)
@jeanwesleynew
@jeanwesleynew Месяц назад
That's a handsome vehicle. Paint color and the chrome accents are very nice looking.
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