1997 Toyota Dyna Double Cab 4×4 Diesel Truck | Seats 5, Custom Wheels | LY161

1997 Toyota Dyna Double Cab 4×4 Diesel Truck | Seats 5, Custom Wheels | LY161 — 95,256 Miles

Overview

This 1997 Toyota Dyna is a rare double cab 4×4 diesel truck, imported to the United States with a clean California title, ready to transfer straight to your name. Built on the LY161 chassis, this Dyna combines genuine work-truck capability with a configuration that’s significantly harder to find than a standard single-cab kei or mid-size truck: a true double cab that seats five, giving you both crew capacity and cargo-hauling ability in one vehicle.

With 95,256 miles, a torquey diesel engine, and a fully functional selectable 4WD system, this Dyna is turn-key ready and presents in excellent condition throughout — a genuinely capable go-anywhere, do-anything machine for its next owner.

Why This Toyota Dyna Stands Out

Most imported Toyota Dynas arrive as single-cab work trucks — practical, but limited to two seats. This example is different. Its double cab configuration seats five, making it one of the more versatile imports on the market: haul a full crew to a job site, then use the bed for tools and materials, all in a single vehicle. This is the kind of configuration that’s genuinely difficult to source, and it dramatically expands what the truck can be used for compared to a standard single-cab Dyna.

Under the hood, the “3L” 2,779cc diesel inline-four delivers the low-end torque diesel engines are known for — ideal for towing, hauling, and sustained work use. Paired with a 5-speed manual transmission and a floor-shifted 2-speed transfer case offering both high and low range, plus manually locking Aisin front hubs, this Dyna is set up for genuine 4×4 capability, not just on-paper all-wheel traction. Whether you’re overlanding, working a job site, or navigating unpaved terrain, this truck has the drivetrain to back it up.

Engine & Drivetrain

• Engine: “3L” 2,779cc Diesel Inline-Four
• Transmission: 5-speed manual
• Transfer Case: Floor-shifted 2-speed (high & low range)
• 4WD System: Selectable 4WD with manually locking Aisin front hubs

This drivetrain combination is built for real work and real off-pavement capability. The 2-speed transfer case gives the driver full control over gearing — high range for standard driving and towing, low range for steep grades, loose terrain, or heavy loads requiring maximum torque at low speed. Manually locking front hubs add another layer of driver-controlled traction, a feature valued by overlanders and off-road enthusiasts for its mechanical simplicity and reliability.

Cab & Seating

• Double Cab Configuration — genuine rear bench seating, accommodating a total of 5 passengers
• Cloth Upholstery throughout
• Heat & Fan for cab comfort
• Manual Windows — simple, reliable, low-maintenance

The double cab layout is the standout feature of this particular Dyna, transforming it from a two-seat work truck into a genuinely practical crew-hauling vehicle without sacrificing the bed space needed for material transport.

Exterior & Wheels

• Silver Metallic Paint — clean, well-maintained finish
• CV645 15″ Wheels — a distinctive wheel upgrade that adds to this Dyna’s stance and road presence

Condition

This 1997 Toyota Dyna presents in excellent condition, both mechanically and cosmetically, and is described as turn-key ready by the seller — no near-term work required before putting it to use.

Specifications

Documentation & Import Status

This Dyna comes with a clean California title, ready to transfer straight to your name, along with complete import documentation — no paperwork delays standing between you and the road.

Ideal For

• Buyers needing a truck that hauls both crew and cargo in one vehicle
• Overlanding and off-road enthusiasts wanting genuine low-range 4×4 capability
• Small businesses and contractors requiring passenger capacity alongside work-truck utility
• Farm, ranch, and rural property use where diesel torque and true 4WD matter
• Collectors and enthusiasts seeking a rare double-cab Dyna configuration not commonly found on the import market