I Bought a 1994 70 Series Land Cruiser From Japan

In this episode of What We Drove, I break down my 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado KZJ78 SX 3.0 Turbo. 👉 Upside sponsor from the video: Download the FREE Upside app using this link (https://yt.link/niqcQOe) and use promo code DADDAY to get a $10 bonus on your first purchase. Upside has given back $1 Billion dollars to its users, and it’s an easy way to earn extra cash back on gas, groceries, and dining. This 70-series is a right‑hand‑drive, 3.0L 1KZ‑TE turbo‑diesel “light‑duty” Prado imported from Japan. We get into: -Why I regretted selling my FJ60 when our first kid was born -How this KZJ78 Prado feels like a second chance -What “KZJ78” actually means (engine, chassis, body code) -Why some people knock the Prado as the “soft” 70‑series -What it’s really like to drive a 1990s JDM diesel, right‑hand‑drive -Why I want my boys to respect cars from the past, not just whatever’s newest If you’re thinking about importing a JDM Land Cruiser, Skyline, or any foreign vehicle into the US, work with someone reputable and make sure they understand the 25‑year rule, DOT, EPA, and NHTSA requirements. Here are a few long‑standing, well‑known names to start your research with: Toprank International Vehicle Importers (https://www.importavehicle.com/) – California‑based, specialize in legal JDM cars and 25‑year‑rule imports into the US. Japanese Classics (https://www.japaneseclassics.com/) – Established US dealer focused on high‑quality JDM imports, including Land Cruisers, vans, and other right‑hand‑drive classics. JDM Auto Imports (https://www.jdmautoimports.com/) – Imports and sells 25+ year‑old Japanese vehicles that are fully legal for US roads. The Import Guys (https://www.theimportguys.com/) – JDM importer based in Washington, selling and supporting Japanese domestic market cars in the US. Lion JDM Imports (https://www.lionjdmimports.com/) – South Florida‑based JDM dealership/importer, focused on importing and selling Japanese domestic market vehicles in the US. Schumacher Cargo Logistics (https://www.schumachercargo.com/usa-c...) – Licensed and bonded international vehicle shipper that handles documentation, customs, and shipping for cars coming into the US. This isn’t a sponsored list — just a starting point for companies with solid track records. Always double‑check that whoever you use is either a Registered Importer with NHTSA or works closely with one, and that they walk you through DOT/EPA compliance. 👉 Get the Dad Day newsletter: We talk wisdom, gear, and dad life a few times a week at https://dadday.co/subscribe 👉 Upside sponsor from the video: Download the FREE Upside app using this link (https://yt.link/niqcQOe) and use promo code DADDAY to get a $10 bonus on your first purchase. Upside has given back $1 Billion dollars to its users, and it’s an easy way to earn extra cash back on gas, groceries, and dining. ------- Correction: 2:21 – I say “hospital‑style doors.” I meant “ambulance‑style rear doors” (swing‑out doors, not a tailgate). SYNC ID: MB01ZN4NRCE9RVI