1984 Toyota Century (VG40)
05-17-2013, 05:14 AM
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1984 Toyota Century (VG40)
I've had my eye on this car since October 2012. After months of talking to the owner he finally caved in and let me buy it. Since the VG40 model Century started production in 1982, this 1984 was only the 1,989th car produced!
1984 Toyota Century VG40
16,000 km (not a typo, less than 10,000 miles)
Only 2 previous owners, original owner had it from 1984-2011
Power locks
Power windows (all 8 including the 1/4 windows)
Power wing mirrors
Power trunk lid
Auto dimming headlights
Self adjusting hydraulic rear suspension
Dual audio control
Dual climate control (AC/Heat)
Column shifter
4.0 liter V8
Digital tachometer
Horizontal speedometer
Power reclining rear seats
Fold down armrest with fold out reading lamp
7 layers of black paint
Hand built, made to order only
Japanese Royal Family's vehicle of choice... Mack Daddy VIP
I got an absolute steal on this vehicle, especially considering the mileage and history. Absolutely everything works and she runs like a champ. This will definitely be a fun car to bring back to California when my time in Japan is up! I have a few plans for this project but nothing that can't be reversed easily. I'll update accordingly. Until then, here's how she sits.
1984 Toyota Century VG40
16,000 km (not a typo, less than 10,000 miles)
Only 2 previous owners, original owner had it from 1984-2011
Power locks
Power windows (all 8 including the 1/4 windows)
Power wing mirrors
Power trunk lid
Auto dimming headlights
Self adjusting hydraulic rear suspension
Dual audio control
Dual climate control (AC/Heat)
Column shifter
4.0 liter V8
Digital tachometer
Horizontal speedometer
Power reclining rear seats
Fold down armrest with fold out reading lamp
7 layers of black paint
Hand built, made to order only
Japanese Royal Family's vehicle of choice... Mack Daddy VIP
I got an absolute steal on this vehicle, especially considering the mileage and history. Absolutely everything works and she runs like a champ. This will definitely be a fun car to bring back to California when my time in Japan is up! I have a few plans for this project but nothing that can't be reversed easily. I'll update accordingly. Until then, here's how she sits.
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Re: 1984 Toyota Century (VG40)
Yes sir, the car is eligible to import via box 1 on form HS-7 under the classic car rule.
The Century rarely came with leather unless the buyer requested it in their order. The smell of leather isn't loved by the Japanese. Additionally, leather makes "obtrusive noise" when entering and exiting the vehicle which is unwanted. Not my opinion, just the "principles" of the Century according to Toyota. I know, quite pompous.
The Century rarely came with leather unless the buyer requested it in their order. The smell of leather isn't loved by the Japanese. Additionally, leather makes "obtrusive noise" when entering and exiting the vehicle which is unwanted. Not my opinion, just the "principles" of the Century according to Toyota. I know, quite pompous.
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Re: 1984 Toyota Century (VG40)
No, keeping it almost completely stock.
I'm just going to lower it on some old school wheels and a few other things.
I'm just going to lower it on some old school wheels and a few other things.
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Re: 1984 Toyota Century (VG40)
Finally, lowered 2 inches via Espelir springs. I'm still waiting on my wheels to arrive but this is how she sits now.
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Re: 1984 Toyota Century (VG40)
A friend of mine gave me a hand today installing my Junction Produce taillights and fender signal lenses...
(The taillights are a darker red with clear signal lenses instead of amber with matching clear lenses for the fender signal indicators)
(The taillights are a darker red with clear signal lenses instead of amber with matching clear lenses for the fender signal indicators)
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