1997 JDM Toyota Century "Miyagata" Hearse - Walk-around

1997 JDM Toyota Century "Miyagata" Hearse - Walk-around

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Part hearse, part temple, all the attention you could ever want. What you see here is a Japanese "Miyagata" hearse; lavishly decorated to resemble Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines. Once popular conveyances for honoring loved ones and paying final respects, only 500 Miyagata are reported to still be in active service in Japan. Some countries have found other uses for these glorious works of art, using them as mobile temples to serve rural and far flung communities. This particular example is exquisitely ornate with engravings and figures of dragons including two large (~ 8') dueling dragons, a metal roof, and a glistening interior compartment complete with lighted chandeliers and a ceiling mural. One thing's for sure - I'm looking forward to meeting its new owner and hearing what they have planned for it. This hearse was imported from Japan in April 2023 and is offered for your consideration.

Specs:
-33,081 miles (53,238 kms)
-5V-EU 4.0 liter V8 gas engine
-Automatic transmission w/ overdrive
-Rear wheel drive
-Seating for 2
-Black Onyx paint (Color code 202)

Features:
-SRS driver's airbag
-“Super-monitored display” digital gauge cluster
-Digital fuel gauge with scale change
-Micro-processed automatic air conditioner and heater
-Power swivel air vents
-Technics synthesized AM/FM/Cassette stereo
-Power antenna
-Digital clock
-Toyota Electronically Controlled Transmission (ECT) with "power mode", which adjusts the shift points for more spirited driving
-Tilt steering column
-Automatic headlights
-Automatically illuminated fender marker lights
-Fog lights
-Power door locks
-Power windows, including power pivot vent wing windows on both doors
-Fender mirrors with power adjustment
-Power adjustable premium cloth front seats
-Locking glove box with interior light
-Original lace “doily” upper seat covers
-Power push-button trunk release
-Power push-button fuel door release
-Center console with two layer storage compartments
-Wood grain inlay on dash and door panels
-“Century” branded floor mats
-“Toyota” badged metal door thresholds, still covered in original plastic
-Chrome bumpers with rubber rub strips
-Factory alloy wheels with Century gold phoenix center caps
-Original owner’s manuals
-PA system with external speakers
-Locking glove box
-Rain/wind deflectors on front windows
-Spare tire with cloth cover
-Rear interior chandeliers with working lights
-Coffin rollers
-Rear half doors still open and allow access to storage

Upgrades:
-Clarion backup camera
-Roav FM bluetooth adapter
-Vans From Japan JDM to USDM license plate adapters

Maintenance and Service:
-New Hankook Kinergy tires in 215/65R15
-Oil change with Chevron Supreme 10w-30 oil
-New Toyota oil filter
-New Toyota air filter
-New Toyota radiator cap
-Amsoil PI Performance Improver fuel treatment (as preventative maintenance)

Known Defects:
-Assorted minor dents, dings, scratches, and paint blemishes consistent with the age of the vehicle
-Chrome pitting on lower rear bumper
-PA system is disconnected


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.

Vans From Japan has done their best to thoroughly and accurately describe this vehicle, however, it is the buyer's responsibility to substantiate all claims. Prospective buyers are encouraged to inspect the vehicle in person or to hire a vehicle inspector to perform an inspection prior to committing to buy. All used vehicle sales are 100% 'as-is' unless the buyer purchases a Contract Cancellation Option.