The Lexus LX470 has gained a cult following amongst off-road enthusiasts who want a luxury Toyota Land Cruiser. No surprise, as Lexus is owned by Toyota, and inherits the brand’s legendary reliability, plus the Land Cruiser’s go-anywhere ethos. Since its introduction in 1995, the model is now on it’s fourth generation which is notable, because whilst the J300 Land Cruiser is not to be sold in the United States, the J310 Lexus LX which is based on it, will be. Thus, the legend lives on. If you’d like to become a member of the LX legend, here’s a 2003 Lexus LX470 Custom Overland from Georgia for you to consider. This enthusiast-owned machine has done a healthy 267,000 miles but that’s nothing for a Land Cruiser.

Exterior and Interior

The styling of the second-generation Lexus LX is unmistakably Land Cruiser, as shown off by this 2003 Lexus LX470 Custom Overland, but that’s no bad thing. The straight gray paintwork ensures that you can go about your business unobtrusively, whilst the premium off-road wheel and tire combo that combines 33x12.5 Predator tires with 18x9 alloy rims ensures that obstacles are at most, minor annoyances. The tires were installed in Jan 2022. You also get a roof rack, tinted windows, dog barrier, hitch mount rack, LED lighting upgrade and front light bar. All badging has been painted or replaced with satin black, as has the grille. There’s no chrome to be found. New wipers have been installed at the front and back too, as have LRD – Lexus Racing Development badges. The interior is also in gray and the leather on the front and rear seats has reportedly been replaced with new material, as has the AC condenser. Weather Tech mats have been placed at the front and rear. The original Mark Levinson premium sound system is present, although the subwoofer has been replaced.

Engine

This 2003 Lexus LX470 Custom Overland packs Toyota’s 4.7L 2UZ-FE gasoline V8 that’s tuned for low and mid-range torque rather than ultimate power, hence the 235hp power output. Nevertheless, it’s enough for some impressive off-road chops when driving all four wheels through the five-speed automatic transmission. It’s also endowed with a custom Flowmaster 40 exhaust with resonator delete, and breathes through a K&N cold air intake. The vehicle has reportedly received new brakes, pads, and rotors, as well as an ARB OME suspension lift with all new shocks and springs. A recent alignment ensures that it tracks straight and true.