Specifications

• Toyota Hiace 1994
• Long body / lightweight version
• Rear-wheel drive
• 2.0 L gasoline engine
• Fuel tank: 60 L
• Consumption: approx. 9 L / 100 km
• 2 seats (possibility to bolt in a third seat)
• Very reliable engine, with simple mechanics and easy to repair anywhere in South America.

Maintenance:

• Maintenance is fully documented in the service booklet.

Recent work includes:

• Engine oil & filter every 8–10,000 km (last @ 335,000 km)
• Transmission oil changed @ 330,000 km
• Differential oil changed @ 335,000 km
• Differential maintenance
• New brake hose + brake fluid
• Bearing maintenance @ 324,000 km
• Brakes good for approx. 20,000 km (according to mechanic)
• Engine inspection in April 2025
• Cylinder compression test
• Valve clearance check
• Engine endoscopy

Sleeping Area

• Comfortable 150 × 200 cm bed
• Bedding included (cotton sheets, blankets, pillows, wool blankets)
• Plenty of storage space under the bed
  Bed does not need to be converted to use the kitchen
• Magnetic mosquito nets tailored for both doors

Kitchen

Fully equipped kitchen:

• Pots, cups, plates and cutlery
• Fridge with freezer
• Espresso maker
• Big 2-burner gas stove with windshield
• 5 kg Chilean gas bottle (empty)
• Sink with faucet
• 10 L fresh water
• 10 L grey water
• The kitchen can be used from inside or outside the van.

Power System
Perfect for off-grid travel:

• 350 W solar panel
• 2000 W MPPT inverter / charger
• 120 Ah deep-cycle battery
• 4× 220 V outlets
• 4× USB outlets

Additional Equipment

• 30 L pressurized outdoor shower with hose and curtain
• Camping toilet (Bucket with separation system)
• Camping table + two chairs
• Basic tools and spare parts
• Compressor for tires
• Safety equipment
• Spare timing belt kit
• Spare interior parts
• Spare spark plugs
• Portable electric heater
• Portable electric fan
• Spare gasoline canister
• Steering lock

Known Issue

• The house battery currently has about 60 % capacity.
• It still works fine for charging devices, running the fridge overnight and using lights and music in the evening.

Features: