2000 Toyota Crown

This 2000 Toyota Crown Estate Athlete is a rare Premium Sports Selection model finished in factory Black Onyx with color code 202. This specific trim was a limited run edition designed to bridge the gap between the luxury focused Royal series and the performance oriented Athlete V turbo models. It was created for the driver who wanted the sharper Athlete styling and tightened chassis, but preferred the reliability and linear power of a naturally aspirated straight six. Sold exclusively in the Japanese Domestic Market, this JZS171W offers the opportunity to own a clean, honest example of the 170-series Crown with just 83,134 verified miles.

The mechanical heart of this Athlete is the 2.5L 1JZ-GE inline six engine equipped with VVT-i. This motor is widely considered the most bulletproof version of the JZ family because it is mechanically simpler and runs much cooler than the turbo models. While it is built for dependability, with 200hp it is certainly no slouch and pulls with a smooth, linear urgency that makes merging or passing effortless. This setup sends power to the rear wheels through a 5 speed automatic transmission, which is a major advantage over the 4 speed units found in the turbo variants. The extra gear allows for much quieter, lower-RPM highway cruising while keeping the engine right in the heart of its power band when you need to move.

The interior of this Athlete highlights the high build quality of this era. As a Premium Sports Selection, it features upgraded seating with a unique multi-pattern cloth insert and charcoal bolsters, which offer a more durable feel than the standard velour found in the Royal series. The cabin is loaded with functional power features, including windows, locks, and mirrors that fold, heat, and adjust at the touch of a button, alongside a power sliding and tilting sunroof. Comfort is handled by a digital climate control system with hot heat and cold A/C, featuring the signature oscillating center vents that swing to distribute air throughout the cabin. The driving position is fully customizable with a tilting and telescoping steering wheel, while the rear opens up to a massive cargo area equipped with the original cargo net and protected by tinted windows for privacy.

The exterior is finished in Onyx Black, featuring the darkened chrome grille and factory Athlete badging. This example has been modified with custom smoked finish headlight and taillight housings, which tie in with the paint for a more monochromatic appearance. It sits on 17-inch Bridgestone ECO FORME SE-12 wheels; the silver finish of the alloys combined with the chrome door handles provides a sharp contrast against the deep black paint. While the body is straight and the car shows well, it is an honest example with typical age related wear, including minor scratches and some clear coat fade on the roof. It retains the original integrated roof rails, which emphasize the long, boxy styling that makes these 170 series wagons so iconic.

This Crown Athlete Estate is an absolute stunner, with a look that speaks for itself. It offers a unique opportunity to own a 170 series wagon that balances the legendary reliability of the 1JZ platform with the genuine utility of a full sized estate. Between the upgraded Premium Sports interior and the classic silver on black aesthetic, this Crown wagon is sure to turn heads everywhere it goes.