Imported by ourselves last year and since been quietly tucked away in our personal collection. We are now giving a lucky buyer the opportunity to own this spectacular example. An ex “stancenation” featured and meticulously built Toyota Celsior formed by “Vlene” and “boobee” Japan. For those not familiar, these names are responsible for some highly praised VIP builds which have become internet and social media sensations over the previous years.
March 2005 Toyota Celsior UCF30 4.3L V8
Auction grade 3.5
Factory 4.3L 3UZ-FE V8 with 6 speed automatic gearbox
203,000 km’s (126,000 miles)
Rare desirable factory black colour
Optional factory electric sunroof
Exterior:
As you can see this is no ordinary Celsior. A complete custom wide body build with fine-tuned stance and perfect fitment being the objective. All arches have seen extensive work along with the rear doors to tie in the lines of the vehicle (All very skilfully executed with original arch liners still retained). The entire aero package including both front and rear bumpers along with the side skirts and rear spoiler have been provided by Vlene Japan. To complement the VIP style look the complete vehicle has been branded with “Lexus” badges on both interior and exterior. Perfect arch to lip fitment achieved both front and rear when dropped via the air controller remote. Other exterior enhancements and factory refinements to take note of:
- LED day time running lights in front lower lip (Sequence of LED pattern can be changed via a remote with 4 different settings to choose from)
- LED F1 style rear diffuser light
- Soft close doors
- Soft close bootlid
- Factor Zenon headlights
- Privacy glass
Interior:
Along with everything else on this Celsior the interior has seen custom work from ‘Boobee’ Japan and “highway star” Japan. Again, no expense spared with various subtle touches throughout. The more you look the more evidence you find to indicate that someone put in a serious number of hours to achieve this end result. Spec includes:
- Factory desirable black interior spec so comes with black carpets, grey dashboard and black/grey trim
- Custom upholstered leather interior, door cards, centre console and rear shelf upholstered to match
- Custom upholstered black suede roof lining. Centre engraved stitching with companies involved in the build (Vlene, Boobee, Sporza)
- Custom rear parcel shelf build with engraving from BooBee and Highway star. Very neatly made with integrated illuminating lights which can be switched on from the switch (look amazing in the dark)
- Door cards have seen the same treatment with illuminating lights and engraved PVC plaques. Upgraded “Ground zero” front door speakers, and A-piller tweeters.
- Electric heated front seats with memory function
- Full OEM Lexus 5-piece mat set
- Keyless entry and start
- Reverse camera
- Rear electric screen shade
- Cruise control, Climate control, A/C
Engine and drivetrain:
- Factory 4.3L 3UZ-FE V8 with 6 speed automatic gearbox
- Injen technology air intake kit
- Factory exhaust with custom quad exit back box section and titanium style tips (Sounds incredible, not overly loud so perfect for cruising)
Wheels, suspension and braking:
- Custom built to spec by “Sporza wheels Japan”. Three-piece wheels with staggered fitment and brushed aluminium dishes. Matching stretched Nankang tyres all round. Front tyre size 265/30/19 and rears 295/30/19. Exact wheel specs are unknown since they have been custom built to suit by the previous owner in Japan
- Huge Brembo brake conversion. 6 pot front calipers and 4 pot rears with braided brake lines all round. Floating, drilled brake discs front and rear which look absolutely stunning behind the Sporza wheels
- Complete Kas-Sus Automesse suspension kit. A custom kit built in partnership with Tanebe and Modeparfume Japan including coilover struts with Airbags controlled via a single tank compressor unit installed in the boot of the vehicle. Ride height can be raised and lowered via an external remote to achieve your desired stance
- T- Demand front and rear adjustable camber arms.
- Adjustable rear toe arms
- The abilities of air suspension allow this vehicle to ride surprisingly smooth and comfortable on the road. Even with the extreme stance and wide wheels the Celsior manages to absorb bumps really well (almost like stock)
A truly one-off example which has seen hundreds of hours of quality workmanship. Previously Stancenation featured (link below) and attended many cars shows across Japan. Full credit to the previous owner who we are fortunately still in contact with. He was kind enough to stay in touch with and exchange details about what was once his pride and joy.
Those passionate about JDM VIP vehicles would already be aware that the Toyota Celsior plays a big role in this scene. This will without doubt be appreciated by many around the country. A great opportunity for an enthusiast to own one of the finest Celsiors in the country without having to do any work, just simply hop in, drive and break necks wherever you go.
As with most vehicles of this nature you do have to expect some imperfections after some years of use. The extensive arch modifications and upgrades were all completed in 2016 and has since been rightfully used by the past owner in Japan to attend various shows and meets. Although well preserved since there are some small defects in the paintwork, all of which we have detailed pictures which can be provided to any one of genuine interest. Overall, a stunning example which needs to be seen to be appreciated. The interior is in excellent condition with no rips or tears and a non-smokes vehicle so bad odours to report. Seen very little miles on UK roads so the underneath is solid and rust free, has not been undersealed to hide anything. As mentioned before, it drives tremendously well, makes all the right noises and with the 4.3 V8 lump under the bonnet it has all the performance available when required.
Stancenation feature:
