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The UZZ32 "active" Soarer, produced by Toyota for the Japanese market from 1991 to 1996, features computer-controlled hydraulic suspension and active four-wheel steering. | [[File:Press Release (preview screenshot).jpg|thumb|link=:file:Toyota_press_release_1991-05-07.pdf|Toyota's 1991 press-release about the then-new Soarer]] | ||
The UZZ32 "active" Soarer, produced by Toyota for the Japanese market from 1991 to 1996, features [[UZZ32 Suspension | computer-controlled hydraulic suspension]] and [[Rear Steering | active four-wheel steering]]. | |||
In other regards, the UZZ32 model shares many similarities with the other Toyota V8 Soarers (UZZ30 and UZZ31 models), as well as the left-hand drive Lexus SC400 of the era. | In other regards, the UZZ32 model shares many similarities with the other Toyota V8 Soarers (UZZ30 and UZZ31 models), as well as the left-hand drive Lexus SC400 of the era. | ||
[[media:Toyota press release 1991-05-07.pdf | Toyota’s 1991 press release ]] provides an introductory overview, while this [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bziJVnnLlaE video shows a walk-around of a nice example]. | |||
== How common are they?== | == How common are they?== | ||
As | As no more than 872 UZZ32 Soarers were produced over some six years, these vehicles are now becoming increasingly rare. | ||
== What is the build number? == | == What is the build number? == | ||
To determine the "build number", just check the [[Build Plate]], where the last three digits of the Frame Number (which should start with UZZ32) will be a number | To determine the "build number", just check the [[Build Plate]], where the last three digits of the Frame Number (which should start with UZZ32) will be a number in the range 001 to 872. The build number can also be used to [[UZZ32 Manufacturing Dates|look up the year and month of manufacture]]. | ||
[[file:buildplate.jpg|thumb|UZZ32 build plate|link=Build Plate]] | [[file:buildplate.jpg|thumb|UZZ32 build plate|link=Build Plate]] | ||
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== Where are they found?== | == Where are they found?== | ||
Of the "known" vehicles, the majority are located in Australia and Great Britain, with others appearing in eg New Zealand as well as their native Japan. | Of the "known" vehicles, the majority are located in Australia and Great Britain, with others appearing in eg New Zealand as well as their native Japan. | ||
Since these vehicles were only produced in right-hand-drive form, they are generally not found in North America or (continental) Europe, though there are exceptions, including at least one vehicle in Norway. | Since these vehicles were only produced in right-hand-drive form, they are generally not found in North America or (continental) Europe, though there are exceptions, including at least one vehicle in Norway and one in Canada. | ||
Many of the 872 vehicles are "yet to be located", while others are known to have been wrecked and/or dismantled. | Many of the 872 vehicles are "yet to be located", while others are known to have been wrecked and/or dismantled. | ||
The [[UZZ32 Registry]] is used to capture details, including eg locations and specifications of the known vehicles. | The [[UZZ32 Registry]] is used to capture details, including eg locations and specifications of the known vehicles. | ||
As of {{CURRENTMONTHNAME}} {{CURRENTYEAR}}, the [[UZZ32 Registry]] (which was last updated on {{REVISIONYEAR:UZZ32 Registry}}-{{REVISIONMONTH:UZZ32 Registry}}-{{REVISIONDAY:UZZ32 Registry}}) contains details of approximately {{PAGESINCATEGORY:UZZ32 count}} UZZ32 Soarers. | |||
== UZZ32 Features == | == UZZ32 Features == | ||
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The UZZ32 has many impressive [[UZZ32 Features#Standard Features|standard features]] including [[Active Suspension | active suspension]] and [[ Rear Steering | 4WS]] as well as a number of manufacturer's [[UZZ32_Features#Optional Features|optional features]] including eg [[Reversing Camera]], Sunroof, [[LSD]]. Some of these features (eg the sunroof) were not available on initial release, whereas others (eg the second windscreen washer bottle) were removed over time. | |||
== Maintenance & Repairs == | == Maintenance & Repairs == | ||
Although Toyota designed the UZZ32 to high quality standards, [[UZZ32 Maintenance and Repair]] is still necessary. Like any motor vehicle, they require [[UZZ32 Maintenance and Repair#Basic Servicing|basic regular servicing]] (including items such as, eg, new oil and oil filter). There are also [[UZZ32 Maintenance and Repair#'Generic' Soarer Servicing|service tasks that are more specific to Soarers in general]] (including sagging door hinges on older vehicles). Finally, there are [[UZZ32 Maintenance and Repair#UZZ32 specific service items|service items that apply only to the UZZ32 Soarer]] (eg the suspension pump etc). Non-standard "improvements" by previous owners may also need to be | Although Toyota designed the UZZ32 to high quality standards, [[UZZ32 Maintenance and Repair]] is still necessary. Like any motor vehicle, they require [[UZZ32 Maintenance and Repair#Basic Servicing|basic regular servicing]] (including items such as, eg, new oil and oil filter). There are also [[UZZ32 Maintenance and Repair#'Generic' Soarer Servicing|service tasks that are more specific to Soarers in general]] (including sagging door hinges on older vehicles). Finally, there are [[UZZ32 Maintenance and Repair#UZZ32 specific service items|service items that apply only to the UZZ32 Soarer]] (eg the suspension pump etc). Non-standard "improvements" by previous owners may also need to be re-visited. | ||
Knowledge of the meaning of the various [[Soarer_Dash_Warning_Messages|(Japanese) warning messages on the dash]], as well as [[System Diagnostics|how to perform system diagnostics]] and [[Error Codes|decode the various error codes]] is also highly recommended. | Knowledge of the meaning of the various [[Soarer_Dash_Warning_Messages|(Japanese) warning messages on the dash]], as well as [[System Diagnostics|how to perform system diagnostics]] and [[Error Codes|decode the various error codes]] is also highly recommended. | ||
Latest revision as of 10:56, 18 May 2023
The UZZ32 "active" Soarer, produced by Toyota for the Japanese market from 1991 to 1996, features computer-controlled hydraulic suspension and active four-wheel steering.
In other regards, the UZZ32 model shares many similarities with the other Toyota V8 Soarers (UZZ30 and UZZ31 models), as well as the left-hand drive Lexus SC400 of the era.
Toyota’s 1991 press release provides an introductory overview, while this video shows a walk-around of a nice example.
How common are they?
As no more than 872 UZZ32 Soarers were produced over some six years, these vehicles are now becoming increasingly rare.
What is the build number?
To determine the "build number", just check the Build Plate, where the last three digits of the Frame Number (which should start with UZZ32) will be a number in the range 001 to 872. The build number can also be used to look up the year and month of manufacture.
How to recognize a UZZ32 active Soarer
The UZZ32 active Soarer looks, externally and internally, very similar to other Soarers, though there are clues for How to recognize a UZZ32 active Soarer.
Where are they found?
Of the "known" vehicles, the majority are located in Australia and Great Britain, with others appearing in eg New Zealand as well as their native Japan. Since these vehicles were only produced in right-hand-drive form, they are generally not found in North America or (continental) Europe, though there are exceptions, including at least one vehicle in Norway and one in Canada.
Many of the 872 vehicles are "yet to be located", while others are known to have been wrecked and/or dismantled. The UZZ32 Registry is used to capture details, including eg locations and specifications of the known vehicles. As of April 2025, the UZZ32 Registry (which was last updated on 2023-11-7) contains details of approximately 176 UZZ32 Soarers.
UZZ32 Features
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The UZZ32 has many impressive standard features including active suspension and 4WS as well as a number of manufacturer's optional features including eg Reversing Camera, Sunroof, LSD. Some of these features (eg the sunroof) were not available on initial release, whereas others (eg the second windscreen washer bottle) were removed over time.
Maintenance & Repairs
Although Toyota designed the UZZ32 to high quality standards, UZZ32 Maintenance and Repair is still necessary. Like any motor vehicle, they require basic regular servicing (including items such as, eg, new oil and oil filter). There are also service tasks that are more specific to Soarers in general (including sagging door hinges on older vehicles). Finally, there are service items that apply only to the UZZ32 Soarer (eg the suspension pump etc). Non-standard "improvements" by previous owners may also need to be re-visited.
Knowledge of the meaning of the various (Japanese) warning messages on the dash, as well as how to perform system diagnostics and decode the various error codes is also highly recommended.