One Toyota Dealer Sells The Land Cruiser J250 Of Your Dreams

My latest research led me to a post in the Facebook group, 2024+ Toyota Land Cruiser, and it is the most recent example of how dealers can sometimes come up with downright brilliant stuff. One member, Jim Rouleau, who frequently publishes in the group, recently shared what seems to be a very well-executed Land Cruiser 1958.

There is an obvious trend where the J250 Land Cruiser 1958 model can be found under MSRP, and there is a good reason for it. This one, however, is special for one very specific reason. Here's what the post says:  

“Modified with parts Toyota should have built these with! 1958 black on black. Over $5000 spend on leather, wheels, and lift done by dealer so warrantied 

$56,673+ tax tags 477 doc  

Also have regular 1958 around 5,500 off MSRP 

LC premiums with Java interior in most colors $4,000 off  

Pickup or ships from the northeast.  

Pm me if interested!” 

Addressing some of the new Toyota Land Cruiser's shortcomings 

People have a lot to say about the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser and not all of it is great. While the Japanese SUV recently proved that it is still a capable off-roader, even when outgunned, some owners trade their Land Cruisers in for other SUVs, after just a few months. The main reason for that is the I-Force-Max hybrid powertrain.

More specifically, not all owners are happy with how it delivers its power. Those who are happy with the J250's hybrid engine and its fuel economy may still be less thrilled about the other aspects of the SUV. It is those aspects of the Japanese off-roader the dealer has addressed, turning the Land Cruiser 1958 into the SUV it should have been from the factory. 

While not all owners are opting for a lift kit, the Land Cruiser's 8.7-inch ground clearance is not enough for many. This dealer decided to opt for a lift kit on this 1958 edition, increasing the Japanese SUV's off-road capability. The post doesn't say what the exact lift kit is, but it doesn't seem too crazy, which means the J250 should still have good manners on the road. 

I think where Toyota may have dropped the ball is in the interior department. While they were clearly going for the rugged off-roader style, the interior should have been a bit more upscale at $50,000-plus. This dealer did the most necessary upgrade, in my opinion. The Land Cruiser 1958 comes standard with cloth seats, but the one featured here has benefited from a high-grade leather kit, worth $4,000. Money well-spent in my book.  

The quilted leather seats seem to feature more padding than the standard one. While this doesn't elevate the Land Cruiser interior anywhere near the Lexus GX, it gives it a much needed, luxurious twist, previously lacking.  

Last, but not least, the J250 Land Cruiser 1958 also features new wheels, wrapped in BF Goodrich All-terrain A/T tires, as opposed to the standard Toyo Open Country A/T III rubber. They are also seemingly larger than the factory tires, giving the SUV a more aggressive stance, although the dealer has not given any numbers. 

The dilemma 

While I can appreciate the ingenuity of this dealer, the real question is would you buy an SUV that has been tastefully modified by the dealer, or would you rather build your own? There is no shortage of popular mods for the Toyota J250 Land Cruiser, but I would assume the dealer has done his research to see how buyers modify their J250s. Most importantly, the dealer assures the warranty is valid as all modifications have been executed by the dealer. 

Let me know what you think of this seemingly brilliant move by the Toyota dealer, in the comment section below. Should Toyota have made the Land Cruiser like this from the factory?  

Dimitar Angelov's automotive interests made him an expert in a wide variety of vehicles. Japanese brands like Toyota are closest to his heart, although performance cars in general are his favorite segment, which is why he is constantly on the lookout for the best deals on the market. Dimitar Angelov's car passion and knack for the written word led him to complete a Master of Arts in Media and Communications, and classic car restoration. Dim is happy to get behind the wheel of any car and share his impressions. You can follow Dimitar on X, Linked-in, Instagram, and Facebook.