- Hakobanya reworks the ProBox with a Land Cruiser 70-style face.
- The upgrade adds a lifted suspension, round LEDs, and chunky tires.
- Buyers can choose off-road gear plus cabin tweaks to suit their needs.
The Toyota ProBox has always been the unsung hero of Japan’s workforce, a no-frills station wagon known for its low price and even lower profile. It gets the job done, nothing more, nothing less. But one tuner has decided that anonymity is overrated, giving it a far more assertive identity inspired by the legendary Land Cruiser 70 Series.
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Created by Fukuoka-based outfit Hakobanya, it’s called the 70 BOX, or, for those who prefer something more dramatic, the “70Yo.70 Destroyer.” Think of it as the Land Cruiser crossover wagon Toyota never actually built.
The transformation starts up front, where the entire nose has been reshaped to echo the latest facelift of the 70 Series. The conversion brings round LED headlights, a honeycomb grille, and a new bumper finished in unpainted plastic. Add custom front fenders and a noticeably bulged hood, and the once-anonymous ProBox suddenly carries a much tougher, almost off-road-ready presence.
Hakobanya didn’t overlook the finer details, either. Elements like the fender-mounted mirror, signature indicators, and even the AdBlue cover from the diesel-powered Land Cruiser have been recreated, despite the ProBox being offered only with gasoline and hybrid powertrains.
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The profile gets a more rugged treatment with plastic cladding around the wheel arches, faux vents on the rear fenders, and aftermarket alloy wheels wrapped in grippy tires. A suspension lift kit and roof rack add to the look, though the proportions remain awkward due to the small wheels and long front overhang of the donor vehicle.
At the rear, the original taillights are concealed behind body-colored covers and replaced with rectangular units mounted on a custom rear bumper.
To highlight the build’s versatility, the tuner has shown three distinct versions on social media: a Black example with retro decals and roof-mounted LEDs, a Beige variant with an overlanding theme, and a Vintage Blue model with a retro-inspired finish.
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Depending on owner preference, the interior can be upgraded with leather-style seat upholstery, new floor mats, an aftermarket infotainment display and speakers, wood grain accents for the steering wheel and dashboard, and protective cargo-area covers in either wood grain or aluminum checker plate patterns.
Beneath the rugged exterior, the 70 BOX remains fundamentally a ProBox. The current 160-series model debuted in 2014 and continues to be sold in Japan, with minor updates for 2026.
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Power comes from the stock 1.5-liter four-cylinder producing 107 hp (80 kW / 109 PS), or an optional self-charging hybrid setup. The gasoline engine is paired with a CVT, sending power to either the front wheels or all four. Naturally, the 4WD version makes the most sense for a Land Cruiser-inspired build, especially when paired with upgraded suspension and all-terrain tires.
How Much Does It Cost?
For buyers in Japan, the 70 BOX conversion starts at approximately ¥1,5 million ($9,400). A new ProBox donor costs between ¥1,918,400-2,261,600 ($12,047-14,200), though used examples are widely available for less. If you want to buy a complete vehicle directly from the tuner, their current inventory includes various examples priced from ¥3.85 million ($24,200).
It’s also worth noting that Toyota still offers the original Land Cruiser 70 Series in a wagon bodystyle, though it remains a proper SUV. Other variants include the two-door Troop Carrier, along with single-cab and double-cab pickup versions.
