Looks like a 300 but has a V8 turbodiesel.

Demand for Toyota’s Land Cruiser range has always been high. But the situation around Land Cruiser 300, has become slightly ridiculous.

In some global markets, the latest version of Toyota’s legendary off-road touring vehicle nameplate effectively has a two- to four-year waiting list.

A simple truth is that if you want a Land Cruiser 300, and are willing to pay way over its recommend retail pricing, you still can’t have one. The supply-and-demand reality is that far out of balance.

If you own a late model Land Cruiser 200, you have the option to now evolve it into a 300. Sort of.

From China comes the GBT restyling bodykit. Specially designed to fit the front section of a Land Cruiser 200, this bodykit does a mildly convincing job of making your Toyota luxury off-roader, look like something it isn’t.

The product people at GBT have done a reasonably good job of recreating the large Land Cruiser 300 grille, with its large horizontal slats. Despite the newer Land Cruiser having large headlamps than a 200, there is some commonality in the fog light placement and bumper clips.

Fixed in place, the GBT restyling bodykit will certainly make neighbours and other Toyota 4×4 enthusiasts make a double-take.

Around the rear GBT’s developed a substantial upgrade kit, too. You can purchase an entirely reshaped tailgate and bumper, complemented by new taillights, to make your Land Cruiser 200 look even more like a 300.

If you can’t wait a few years for the Land Cruiser 300 you’ve paid a deposit on to be assembled and delivered, the GBT kit is an alternative.

Or perhaps, you prefer your Toyota luxury 4×4 station wagon to be powered by V8 turbodiesel power, instead of a V6? In that case, a GBT bodykit 200 would be more a case of preference, more than waiting-list frustration.

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