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Picasso should be able to help you with this. Wait a couple of days for him to view it. Otherwise send your VIN to him by PM.

I believe, somehow, it is operated by a unit behind the offside rear wheel arch. I don't have any photos from my convertor, but I do remember there is no room in that area; it is packed with 'kit'. Sardines comes to mind !

Chris.ac is very knowledgeable on this subject (among many other subjects). I believe that in order to work the cruise control system needs to actuate the throttle electrically. The early Gen 1 vehicles do not have an electrically operated throttle body. Whether an electrically operated one can be retro fitted is beyond my knowledge. Send Chris a PM if he doesn't respond to this thread. The simple cruise control, by my definition, simply tries to maintain the set speed. The complex system, uses RADAR to maintain the above AND a given distance to the vehicle in front. The simple system is not linked to the braking system, the complex system is I apologise if you already know all this !

Does the target Alphard for purchase have the AFS option ? Lights turn with the steering ? If so, it may be a complication for you ?

Hello Haresh, Welcome to the Forum. Do you need the part number, or the place to buy from. A better photo would be helpful. Try Amayama if you already know the part number.

There is a flatpack supplier in North Devon. Barnstaple Bideford area. Whether they do the 'woodwork' for side conversions I do not know I believe they can supply sinks, hobs, rock and Rollers, etc.

Hi Alex, Bit out of my depth here, but ... I think the assembly behind the front bumper is the distance / radar control. I also believe it is very expensive to retro fitif at all possible on the early Gen 1. I also believe that the 'simple cruise control. can be retrofitted to the Gen 1 facelift, but not the prior model. Unless you are considering changing the manual throttle body for the fly by wire version ! I have no idea what is involved installing that update. Good Luck.

Looks good, but two different sets of dimensions , and only two feet wide. Please let us all know.

Hello Brent, Welcome to the Forum. Just to let you know that Alphards as young as yours are quite rare in the UK.

Unfortunately, this photo does not appear to show the swinging mechanism; just the load carrying straps. Alphies don't have that wide door frame to attach the load bearing anchor plates to. I have seen swing systems on other Toyotas, but not Alphards. Good Luck.

Hello William, Welcome to the Forum. Welcome to Alphard ownership and Camparding. I have never come across a 'swing out' system suitable for an Alphard. The conventional way of carrying bikes, with or without a storage box, is by fitting a tow bar. Several members have done this, but availability can be difficult.

No. I don't believe they do. Gen 1 certainly don't. Almost certainly some after market gizmo, DVD. Digital TV. I don't know what you are measuring, but it is certainly not the output impedance of an analogue amplifier channel.

Pete provides a very comprehensive list. The non interference is very important. Although owners should not rely on that design feature rather than having the belt changed (V6 only); especially if you intend long distance travel as you will still face a long distance flat bed recovery ! Battery voltage, a battery voltage of about 10.5 is likely to be a shorted cell and will never receive or hold, a full charge. I particularly like Pete's suggestion about having the kilometre reading witnessed, by an independent, prior to fitting the chip conversion.

Hello Nell, Welcome to the Forum, As Barry says, undersealing is vital. The MOT is a good place to start. Essential anyway, but will provide a 'clean sheet', or a to do list. Do you intend to convert it to a camper ?

Let us all know how you get on with Listers.

Interested parties should contact Angel using the Personal Messaging system.

Unfortunately, changing the miles to kilometres does offer the opportunity for deliberate 'errors'. These occur,, if at all, before the vehicle is MOTd and registered. You should ask to see the Auction Certificate, which should be accurate. The Auction Sheet will also record various nicks and touch-ups, an indicator of the care (or otherwise) previous owners have taken. Clearly clocking could have been done before that. CarVX offers reports, many members think they are good value. Unless the vehicle has a very recent MOT, I would get an AA or RAC Inspection. It's worth checking DVLA MOT history to assess annual mileage and general attitude to maintenance. I did, 300 UKL, very thorough, found no problems, very reassuring. I have another vehicle that I had my alloy wheels refurbished, not cheap but looked like new (and still do). You should consider how and where you will have it serviced; don't assume it will be easy to find a suitable mechanic. Check before you buy. Beware the test drive. These vehicles drive beautifully. Unless something is seriously wrong with it, you won't notice. More likely, you'll will be very impressed with the limousine style ride.

Hello Russel, Welcome to the Forum. With 3 young children you need to ensure that ISOFIX is available in the seating. I don't know whether it is, or isn't, on the Gen 2 models. I think the V6 is a conventional auto gearbox, whereas the 2,5 is CVT.

Hello Harry, Welcome to the Forum, 1) Alloy wheels can be refurbished to new condition, assuming they are not cracked, even then some can be professionally repaired. 2) Batteries don't last forever, split chargers are not expensive; have wiring checked. 3) Fridge, 500 pounds ! 4) Headlights can be polished, some Alphards have tinted headlight. Mileage doesn't seem excessive for a 21year old vehicle, do you have evidence it is correct ? All things considered, 20k looks high.

Hello Francis, Welcome to the Forum.

Hello Ben, Welcome to the Forum.

Yes you should check with your local Toyota Dealer what their scope of services are. Most, if not all, Alphards/Vellfires in the UK are Grey Imports; that is not imported through the 'normal' channels. If 10years old or more they escape certain regulations for the UK. However, as they are an unofficial (but entirely legal) import most, but not all, official Toyota Dealers will not work on them. You should check the import status in Tasmania with your local dealers. It makes it so much easier, if not less expensive, to have them be able to work on your vehicle. No rear seats? Do you mean no middle seats as well ? My guess is you are too tall to sleep (comfortably) lengthwise solely on a middle seat. However, sleeping on a (skinny) single mattress on the floor alongside your bikes would be feasible. The latter vehicles do not have the seating flexibility of some of the older models.

I am a little confused. Are you talking cycles, or motor cycles ? IMHO, with the rear seats removed, I believe you will get two motorcycles in abreast of each other; but you will need to remove the middle seats. Depends on the bike width, and will be 'tight'. I believe with the rear seats folded outwards (and upwards) as per Gen 1, you will get one motorcycle inside; you will need to remove one middle seat. The width of my Gen 1 facelift is 5 feet between the middle doors when closed. Between the rear wheel arches is the narrowest position which I cannot measure as I have a rear conversion. Height ? The tailgate opening is the limiting factor if you are loading the items in a vertical position. If you are speaking about cycles, many have quick release wheels which reduce the cycle size significantly. With a little carpentry to separate cycle to cycle and prevent cycle to cycle damage; I would guess you can get 4 to six in easily. It depends on how many spares you carry to the races, and your sleeping requirements. At 6'2" you will not be able to use a hammock across the front seats; so will probably need to retain at least one middle seat and a folded rear (if they fold on a Gen 3). Beware middle that may not fully recline, and those with fixed armrests; as they can compromise sleeping options. MOST important, with whatever you decide is ensure you have a opportunity for local Hybrid servicing which can be very difficult here in the UK. A source for parts is important, and a competent mechanic is essential unless you are capable.

I have had to reset my windows more than once following battery charges and a new battery. My tailgate has never been effected. It is a simple procedure, as above, but you must use the door switches, not the switches on the drivers door. You may need to reset the sunroof too. Make sure your starter battery is full of charge.

Hello David, Welcome to the Forum. Third generation models are quite rare, so far, in the UK. Roof racks for generation 1 are also rare. Bikes (cycles) can be carried on a tow bar, although they are not easy to come by either. Do you intent to remove the rear seats?