Nissan Patrol (Y60/Y61) for Sale: Buy & Import a Diesel 4×4
Looking for a Nissan Patrol for sale to import from Japan to the USA? Mirai sources, inspects and ships them to U.S. buyers with export and 25-year import handling. The Nissan Patrol Y60 and Y61 are body-on-frame, solid-axle diesel 4x4s known as Safari in Japan. Y60 examples are beyond the U.S. federal 25-year threshold; Y61 eligibility depends on the actual manufacture date. A sound candidate starts with generation, engine, frame condition, modifications, documents and destination-state planning.
Known as Safari in Japan.
4,169 cc inline-six, naturally aspirated or turbo.
Three-link front and five-link rear in Nissan references.
Later Y61 production has not all reached 25 years.
Nissan Patrol buyer overview
Start with factory identity, then make condition and import decisions around the actual vehicle.
Nissan’s heritage collection describes the Y60, introduced in 1987, as the fourth-generation Patrol overseas and second-generation Safari in Japan. Its 1991 VRGY60 reference uses the naturally aspirated 4,169 cc TD42 diesel, coil-sprung solid-axle suspension and four-wheel disc brakes.
The Y61 arrived in 1997 as the fifth-generation Patrol overseas and third-generation Safari in Japan. Nissan’s 1997 WRGY61 reference adds the turbocharged TD42T and describes a part-time 4WD system while retaining three-link front and five-link rear coil suspension.
Nissan’s current Japanese FAQ, updated May 9, 2022, places Y60 from October 1987 to October 1997 and Japanese Y61 Safari from October 1997 to June 2007. That date range makes the Y61 a moving U.S. eligibility question rather than a generation-wide yes.
Page ownership
This page owns the Y60 / Y61 vehicle, inspection and U.S. import query. Mirai’s JDM sports-car hub provides broader performance-car context, while specialty vehicle sourcing covers wider Japanese collector and 4×4 requests.
Nissan Patrol Y60 vs Y61
Official Nissan reference vehicles define the baseline; year, market, body and grade can change the individual specification.
| Item | Y60 official reference | Y61 official reference |
|---|---|---|
| Official reference | 1991 VRGY60 Granroad | 1997 WRGY61 Turbo Diesel Granroad |
| Dimensions | 4,885 × 1,930 × 1,805 mm | 4,910 × 1,930 × 1,865 mm |
| Wheelbase / curb weight | 2,970 mm / 2,110 kg | 2,970 mm / 2,370 kg |
| Engine | TD42, 4,169 cc inline-six OHV diesel | TD42T, 4,169 cc inline-six OHV turbo diesel |
| Output / torque | 92 kW or 125 PS / 273 N·m | 118 kW or 160 PS / 330 N·m |
| Suspension / brakes | Three-link front, five-link rear coils / ventilated discs | Three-link front, five-link rear coils / ventilated discs |
| Tires | 31 × 10.50R15-6PRLT | 265/70R16 |
Reference editions and access dates are listed in the sources section.
Identity, body and engine choices
A generation nickname cannot replace the full chassis and model record.
Y60: simpler TD42 reference
Boxier body and naturally aspirated TD42 in Nissan’s 1991 example. Inspect age-related frame, body-mount and cooling condition.
Y61: TD42T reference
More mass and turbo diesel performance in Nissan’s 1997 example. Build month controls the U.S. age route on later vehicles.
Engine and body variants
RD28, ZD30, petrol engines, short bodies, wagons and utility bodies require their own codes and service assumptions; do not price them as one specification.
Claims that change value need evidence
Match the stamped chassis, model plate, Japanese export certificate, translation, manufacture date, body and engine. Treat rare grade, factory turbo, diesel conversion and special-market claims as unproven until the records and hardware agree.
Buyer inspection priorities
Turn the listing into a chassis-specific inspection brief with photographs, measurements, tests and a road report.
Evidence to request
Give the inspector the claimed model, engine, body, modifications, intended use and U.S. destination. Ask for the following evidence around that exact candidate.
- Map frame corrosion, repairs and coating thickness around crossmembers, steering box, suspension brackets, body mounts and rear rails.
- Inspect solid-axle swivel housings, wheel bearings, differentials, prop shafts, transfer case, hubs and steering play or leaks.
- Cold-start the diesel and test compression or blow-by as appropriate; inspect injection, cooling, oil pressure history, smoke and overheating evidence.
- For turbo engines, check shaft condition, oil feed and drain, intake plumbing, boost control and exhaust temperature management.
- Review lift kits, caster correction, panhard geometry, brake changes, tire clearance and driveline angles for coherent engineering.
- Match generation, body, engine and model code to the export certificate; inspect cabin, roof gutters, rear quarters and cargo floor for water or repair history.
U.S. import, title and state planning
Federal age, EPA configuration, customs paperwork and state registration are connected steps.
NHTSA says a vehicle at least 25 years old may enter without conforming to FMVSS under Box 1 of the HS-7 declaration. The period runs from the actual manufacture date. The Y60 range has passed it; later Y61 candidates need an exact build-date check.
EPA’s over-21 provision calls for the engine to be the same model and configuration as originally installed. A swap, conversion or uncertain engine identity can change the route. CBP still needs the correct ownership, transport and federal declaration file.
The destination state controls title, VIN inspection, emissions, equipment, registration and insurance. Start with USA.gov’s official state motor-vehicle directory. California direct imports deserve early review because federal age eligibility alone does not establish state registration.
Nissan Patrol U.S. candidate planner
Choose the vehicle facts and destination. Every change refreshes the result and all five WhatsApp drafts.
- Alabama
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- Y60
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- Unknown
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- TD42 naturally aspirated
- TD42T or TD42Ti turbo
- RD28-series diesel
- ZD30-series diesel
- Petrol engine
- Different engine or major swap
- Unknown
- Long-wheelbase wagon
- Short-wheelbase hardtop
- Pickup or cab chassis
- Other or unknown
- Stock or documented reversible
- Mild lift and tire change
- Major suspension or body conversion
- Unknown
- Export certificate and matching plate
- Complete file with auction sheet
- Partial document file
- Mismatch or missing documents
Keyboard: Arrow keys, Home, End, type-ahead, Enter and Escape. Click outside to close.
Candidate screening result
ROUTE OPENThe selected production year is more than 25 years old.
Confirm Y60/Y61 identity and TD42 configuration, then prioritize frame, steering, axles, cooling and suspension geometry.
Use the current Florida agency process.
The selected file starts with matching identity evidence.
Current federal references: NHTSA FAQ, EPA page updated September 1, 2026, and CBP Article 000001340 published February 13, 2026.
Mirai Auction Portal access for U.S. buyers
Move from a broad model search to a filtered candidate pool across Japan.
Exclusive customer access across major Japanese auctions
After inquiry, Mirai customers can receive exclusive access to the Mirai Auction Portal. It brings together vehicles from various major auctions across Japan and provides robust filters for generation, chassis, engine, body, year, mileage, condition and other search priorities.
For a U.S. brief, Mirai can filter around the 25-year date, identity, original engine configuration, auction and document evidence, inspection needs and destination state. “USA-ready” describes that preparation and screening; customs entry, title and registration still depend on the individual vehicle and agencies.
Actual Mirai Auction Portal interface example supplied by Mirai. The visible kei-truck results demonstrate filters, watchlists, auction timing, market-readiness tags and vehicle detail workflow; they are not current Nissan Patrol inventory.
Candidate-to-export workflow
Keep one reviewable evidence chain from portal filter to U.S. handoff.
Build the portal brief
Set the model, engine, body, age boundary, condition, modification tolerance, budget and destination state.
Resolve expensive unknowns
Use chassis-specific photos, mechanical tests, cold start, road behavior, underbody review and document comparison.
Prepare the handoff
Align the export certificate and translation, ownership, invoice, shipping papers, federal declarations and destination-state file.
Nissan Patrol frequently asked questions
Direct answers for U.S. buyers evaluating this vehicle family.
Is every Nissan Patrol Y60 old enough for the U.S. 25-year rule?
Yes. Nissan dates the Y60 Safari from October 1987 to October 1997, putting the full generation beyond 25 years as of September 2026.
Is every Nissan Patrol Y61 old enough for U.S. import?
No. Nissan dates the Japanese Y61 Safari through June 2007. In September 2026, only vehicles whose actual manufacture date has passed its 25th anniversary meet the NHTSA age route.
What is the Japanese-market name for the Y60 and Y61 Patrol?
Safari is the Japanese-market name. Nissan describes the Y60 as the second-generation Safari and fourth-generation Patrol, and the Y61 as the third-generation Safari and fifth-generation Patrol.
What is the difference between TD42 and TD42T?
TD42 is Nissan’s naturally aspirated 4,169 cc inline-six diesel reference for the Y60. TD42T adds a turbocharger in Nissan’s 1997 Y61 reference.
How much power do Nissan’s TD42 references make?
Nissan lists 92 kW or 125 PS and 273 N·m for its 1991 Y60 TD42, versus 118 kW or 160 PS and 330 N·m for its 1997 Y61 TD42T.
Do Y60 and Y61 Patrols use solid axles and coil springs?
Yes for the Nissan heritage references used here: both list three-link front and five-link rear coil suspension. Inspect the actual vehicle for conversions or market differences.
What frame areas need inspection on a Patrol?
Inspect the steering-box area, crossmembers, suspension brackets, body mounts, rear rails and any fresh coating, welding or reinforcement.
Should a lifted Patrol get a special inspection?
Yes. Check caster correction, panhard geometry, brake hoses, bump stops, tire clearance, steering behavior, prop-shaft angles and documentation for the complete setup.
Can a diesel engine swap affect EPA eligibility?
Yes. EPA’s over-21 provision calls for the same engine model and configuration as originally installed. A TD42 conversion or other swap needs its own route analysis.
Does federal age eligibility guarantee a state title?
No. The destination state controls title, VIN inspection, emissions, equipment, registration and insurance after federal entry.
Can a diesel Patrol be registered in California?
Federal eligibility alone does not decide California registration. The state’s direct-import rules and diesel details must be reviewed for the exact year, engine and vehicle.
How can a buyer access Nissan Patrols in Mirai’s Auction Portal?
Ask Mirai on WhatsApp for exclusive customer access. The portal covers major auctions across Japan and can filter candidates by Y60/Y61 generation, diesel engine, age, condition, documents and U.S. destination brief.
Primary sources and verification method
Official manufacturer and government pages were checked against their current live editions on the research date.
- Nissan Heritage Collection, Patrol/Safari Y60 Granroad — current live record accessed 2026-09-14. Used for Y60 identity, dimensions, TD42 specification, suspension, brakes and tires.
- Nissan Heritage Collection, Patrol/Safari Y61 Turbo Diesel Granroad — current live record accessed 2026-09-14. Used for Y61 identity, dimensions, TD42T specification and part-time 4WD context.
- Nissan Japan FAQ, Safari Y60/Y61 stamping locations and production dates — FAQ updated 2022-05-09; current page accessed 2026-09-14. Used for Y60 October 1987–October 1997 and Y61 October 1997–June 2007 dates.
- Nissan corporate heritage, 1980s — current history page accessed 2026-09-14. Used for Y60 Safari introduction in 1987.
- NHTSA, Importation and Certification FAQs — current page accessed 2026-09-14. Used for 25-year FMVSS exemption, HS-7 Box 1 and manufacture-date evidence.
- EPA, Learn About Importing Vehicles and Engines — page last updated 2026-09-01; accessed 2026-09-14. Used for over-21 provision and original engine-configuration condition.
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection, How to Import Your Automobile — Article 000001340, published 2026-02-13; accessed 2026-09-14. Used for entry process and federal declaration references.
- USA.gov, State Motor Vehicle Services — current 50-state and DC directory accessed 2026-09-14. Used for official destination-state agency handoff.
- California DMV, Register an Imported Vehicle — current page accessed 2026-09-14. Used for California direct-import registration and emissions warning.
How this guide was checked
Nissan sources support model dates and factory references. Federal sources support the age, engine and entry framework; state planning routes readers to the current agency. Candidate condition and approval are kept separate from reference specifications.
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