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OFF-ROAD IN THE ICONIC 4X4

THE TOYOTA LandCruiser has been with us for 70 years. Seventy years of hard work, off-road holidays, mud, snow, sand and memories that have changed lives. While designed and manufactured in Japan, this iconic 79 Series seen here in 70th Anniversary trim, is as Australian as cold beer and a warm pie. One of the first things you’ll see driving in to any country town, is a 79 Series LandCruiser. Same goes for any mine site, farm or four-wheel drive destination. They aren’t just popular in Australia because they look cool (Instagram users might disagree), they are popular because they just work in harsh Australian conditions.

To celebrate the milestone, Toyota has released a very limited run of 70th Anniversary LandCruisers, with only 200 of the single cabs, as tested, being sold. The additions are largely cosmetic, with items such as historic retro badging, upgraded seats and a lovely

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