This 1998 Toyota Aristo “V300” is a budget priced example, which has some cosmetic issues (listed below) but is mechanically sound. The Aristo was sold as the Lexus GS300 for the US market, and this particular vehicle is sporting a set of Lexus badges - guess its previous owner thought it would be fun. The 2JZ-GTE twin turbo straight 6 engine delivers smooth and steady power to this VIP sedan. This “V300” Aristo was imported from Japan in May 2023 and is offered for your consideration.
Specs: -Right hand drive -108,201 miles (175,133 kms) -2JZ-GTE 2997cc straight 6 gasoline engine, VVT-i, two way twin turbo -Automatic transmission w/ overdrive -Rear wheel drive -Seating for 5 -Alpine Silver Metallic paint (Color code 199)
Features: -“Manual mode” shifting with up and down shift buttons on the steering wheel -Cruise control (very rare option in Japan) -SRS driver and passenger airbags -SRS side air bags -ECT (Electronically Controlled Transmission) system with Snow and Power modes -Traction Control Off button -Wood grain dash, steering wheel, and door inserts -Premium cloth upholstery with piping -Power driver and passenger seats -Automatic power windows -Power door locks -Polished metal door sills “Aristo” badging -Original floor mats with “Aristo” badging -Air Conditioning -Heat -Automatic headlights -Digital clock -Factory double din AM/FM/Cassette/CD/Navigation stereo -JBL premium sound -Locking glove box -Business card holder -Folding rear arm rest -Rain/wind deflectors on all 4 passenger windows -Pneumatic hood struts -Jinyu YU63 tires in 225/45ZR18 -Tool kit -Scissor jack -Accessory trash can
Upgrades: -Cold air intake -Boost gauge -Work LS 18” wheels -Ret Sports strut tower brace
Maintenance and Service: -Oil change with Pensoil 10W-30 oil -New Toyota oil filter -New Toyota radiator cap -Timing belt changed at approx. 75k kms
Known Defects: -Some paint fading on the roof -Some peeling trim -Scuff to front left bumper -Minor body damage in front of right rear wheel -Power mirrors non-functioning -Telescoping steering is non-functioning -Mufflers were damaged in transit and have been removed, but are included -This was a SMOKER’S car (Started at about a 7, then we treated with an ozone generator, carpet extractor, and various chemicals, now it’s probably a 3. Subsequent odor removal efforts should assist.) -Hood struts weak -Display screen is dim -Bit of excess wiring in the glove box and an extra non-functioning head unit in the center dash
Sold with a clean US title. This vehicle is 100% federally legal as it is over 25 years old and exempt from DOT and EPA requirements. However, state and local laws regarding the registration of imported vehicles vary. It is the buyer's responsibility to determine if they can legally register this vehicle in their home jurisdiction. This vehicle is not eligible for registration in CA and cannot be sold to a CA resident unless they intend to keep and register the vehicle out of state or use it strictly on private property.
Please note, this vehicle is subject to CA sales tax (however, this typically can be applied as an offset against sales tax in your state). Sales tax is NOT due if delivery of the vehicle is taken outside of California.
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