Huntington Beach, CA | USA
$7,950
/ USDDescription
No Trades.. RHD 1998 Toyota Progres NC300 (Rare Green Color) 1st picture is provided to show car enthusiasts the potential this chassis has. (Silver Progres not for sale, only green Progres is available) This Toyota Progres has Low Miles, Leather Interior and a Clean Body! Most parts are interchangeable with the US Model Lexus is300. This means it’s easy to get maintenance and suspension parts for the vehicle in the USA. Low Miles! Approx 55,000 Miles (90,000 km) 2JZ-GE VVTi Engine (Same as ...
Our Take:
- The Toyota Progres NC300 is a unique and somewhat obscure model, especially outside its home market of Japan. Launched in 1998, the Progres served as Toyota's answer to a compact luxury sedan, much like its cousins, the Lexus IS and GS, but with a strong focus on comfort and a more understated design. Its rarity in the U.S. makes it a real gem for enthusiasts who appreciate Japanese home-market (JDM) vehicles.
- This particular Progres is equipped with the 2JZ-GE VVTi engine, famed for its reliability and performance potential. If that engine code rings a bell, it should—it's the same powerplant found in the Lexus IS300 and is a naturally aspirated brother to the legendary 2JZ-GTE found in the Toyota Supra. How's that for a bit of shared DNA that could stir a car lover's heart?
- The interchangeability of parts with the Lexus IS300 comes as a boon for maintenance and customization in the U.S. This means owners can enjoy the benefits of a unique Japanese vehicle without the hassle of sourcing rare parts, thanks to the alignment with Lexus's parts bin. It's like having a needle in a haystack, but with a helpful map!
- While its looks might not turn heads immediately, the Progres offers a plush interior, featuring leather seats and robust features emblematic of late 90s luxury. Couple this with its rare green color, and you have a conversation piece parked in your driveway. It's the kind of car that prompts double-takes from those in the know, quietly sophisticated and intriguingly different from the mainstream choices.
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