Overview of the Lexus GX 550 Overtrail+
This is a 2025 Lexus GX 550 Overtrail+, chassis code 3BA-VJA252W, offered at USS HAA Kobe as lot 37184 on 17 October 2026. It is finished in grey, first registered in October 2025 and shows just 7,993 km on the odometer, which is approximately 4,967 miles. The auction grade is 5 with interior grade A, and the damage diagram carries no marks at all. For a current generation Lexus GX 550 Overtrail+, that is about as clean as an auction sheet gets.
The sheet describes a company owned, one owner car with the new car service book present. Sales points list a tow hitch, a digital rear view mirror, a cool box and an around view monitor. The only inspector remark is scuffs and scratches in the luggage area. The photographs show the Overtrail+ look clearly: a roof rack, side steps, dark alloy wheels on chunky tyres and the broad grille of the new GX.
The Drive Review
The GX 550 is a major break from the old GX 460. It moves to the modern body on frame architecture shared with the Land Cruiser 300 and Lexus LX family, and it is powered by a twin turbocharged V6 petrol engine paired with an eight speed automatic. The sheet records 3,500 cc, the rounded displacement used on Japanese paperwork. In markets such as the USA this engine is rated at roughly 349 horsepower and 650 Nm, which is a big step in torque over the naturally aspirated V8 it replaces.
The character is relaxed and strong rather than frantic. Turbocharged torque arrives low in the rev range, so the GX pulls a heavy body smoothly and quietly, and the automatic is built for calm, unhurried progress. The Overtrail+ is the more rugged flavour of the range, with a boxier, off road minded look, and the photographs show tyres with a deep tread to match. A ladder frame chassis gives real towing and rough track ability, and this car even carries a tow hitch. Expect a tall, commanding driving position, a tall body that leans in fast corners, and a cabin that feels more like a Lexus than a utility truck. Compared with older SUVs, the technology is a generation ahead.
Auction Details
Auction house: USS HAA Kobe. Lot number: 37184. Auction date in Japan: 17 October 2026. Auction grade: 5. Interior grade: A. Exterior grade: 5. The sheet is headed Prime Time Corner, which is an auction section heading. The inspection date is not stated on the sheet. Registration plate on the sheet: Kobe 336 yu 8818. The auction start price is ¥8,380,000.
The Autoselecta guide bidding range is £45,500 to £50,000. This is an estimated bidding range based on past results, not a guaranteed purchase price, and we cannot say the car will sell within it. For reference, 12 similar cars sold at Japanese auctions between £45,215 and £49,805, typically about £46,095. Those are auction results rather than Autoselecta sales, and they include other versions and conditions. For the minimum bid and your estimated landed cost, please use the price panel on this page. All bids must be submitted before 9PM UK time the evening before auction.
Vehicle Specifications
Manufacturer: Lexus. Model: GX 550 Overtrail+. Generation: current GX, chassis code 3BA-VJA252W. First registration: October 2025. Engine capacity: 3,500 cc as recorded on the sheet. Fuel: petrol. Transmission: floor automatic. Doors: 5. Seats: 5. Exterior colour: grey, with no colour change recorded. Colour code: read as 1C8, although the second character is not certain. Interior: a pale tan upholstery with black trim is visible in the photographs. Frame number: VJA252-0003314. Odometer: 7,993 km (approximately 4,967 miles). The odometer unit is not circled on the sheet, so the figure is read as kilometres, and the dashboard photograph shows 7993 km.
The sheet does not circle 2WD or 4WD, so the drive layout is not confirmed on the sheet. The GX 550 is a four wheel drive model, but check this with us before bidding. The steering side is not circled either, though the photographs show a right hand drive cabin. The import fields are blank, and neither dealer nor parallel import is marked. The shaken (Japanese roadworthiness inspection) is valid until October 2028. The recycling deposit is ¥17,710.
Factory Features and Equipment
The sheet marks a sunroof, genuine alloy wheels, power steering, power windows, leather, TV, navigation and airbags. Climate control is automatic. The sales points add a tow hitch, a digital rear view mirror, a cool box and an around view monitor with a 360 degree camera view.
The photographs also show a roof rack, side steps, a large central touchscreen, a leather wrapped steering wheel with multifunction switches, a row of auxiliary switches under the dash and a digital instrument display. The dashboard camera mounted on the windscreen in the interior photograph is not listed on the sheet. A spare wheel, owner manuals and the number of keys are not confirmed on the sheet.
Japanese Auction Report Translation
Here is what the sheet says. Lot number 37184. Engine size 3,500 cc. Chassis code 3BA-VJA252W. First registration Reiwa 7, October (October 2025). Model Lexus GX. Five doors. Grade GX550 Overtrail+. Auction grade 5. Interior grade A. Inspection valid until Reiwa 10, October (October 2028). Odometer 7,993, read as km. Transmission floor automatic. Air conditioning automatic climate control. Exterior colour grey. Fuel petrol. New car service book present. Recycling deposit 17,710 yen. Seats five. Registration Kobe 336 yu 8818. Frame number VJA252-0003314.
Sales points: company owned, one owner; tow hitch; digital rear view mirror; cool box; around view monitor. The inspector's report reads: luggage area scuffed and scratched. Nothing else is recorded. The sheet does not mention oil or coolant leaks, warning lights, noises, rust, accident repair or smoke. A new car service book is present, but a stamped history inside it is not described.
The dashboard photograph shows a message in Japanese saying the driver monitor cannot be used and asking the driver to check the manual. The inspector does not record this, so ask us about it before bidding. The same screen shows radar cruise mode, audio off, 25 degrees Celsius, 273 km of fuel range and a 19 volt battery reading.
Damage Diagram and Body Condition
The damage diagram has no marks. That means no scratches, dents, repair marks, rust, corrosion, replaced panels, repainted panels or glass damage are recorded anywhere on the body. The exterior grade of 5 agrees with that, and the photographs show clean, even grey paintwork, straight panel gaps and unmarked lower body cladding. The only mark noted anywhere is the luggage area scuffing, which is inside the car.
Overall this is close to collector grade for a modern SUV: effectively an as new car with a few months of company use. We cannot see the underbody from the photographs, and the sheet does not comment on it.
Interior Condition
The interior grade is A. The photographs show a clean black steering wheel, a tidy centre console and gear selector, an unmarked screen surround and pale tan seat upholstery with black bolsters, with no obvious wear. The mileage display reads 7993 km. The sheet records leather. The inspector notes scuffs and scratches in the luggage area, which is usual for a car that has carried luggage, and the sheet records no smoke, odour or headlining issues.
Japanese Auction Grades
Grade 5 is a near new rating given to cars with very low mileage and no meaningful flaws. Interior grade A is the best interior rating, and it indicates a very clean cabin. Together with a clean diagram, this is among the strongest combinations seen at auction.
Model History
The GX name arrived in 2002 as a more luxurious cousin of the Land Cruiser Prado. The second generation GX 460 carried a V8 for many years and became a favourite among overland buyers. The all new GX 550, launched for 2024, moved to a new frame, a twin turbocharged V6 and a boxier, more upright design. The Overtrail+ is the trim aimed at those who want the off road look, and Japan received the GX 550 in 2025. This example, chassis VJA252, is a Japanese registered car.
Why This Model Has Become Collectible
The current GX is too new to be called a classic, and we make no promise about future values. Its appeal is simpler. Demand for Lexus and Land Cruiser family SUVs is very strong worldwide, supply is limited in many countries, and well equipped examples with very low mileage and a full service book are hard to find. The rugged Overtrail+ look has proved popular. A car with under 8,000 km, a clean sheet and company ownership is the sort buyers search for. This Japanese market car is also not an official export from a Lexus dealer, so confirm local approval first.
What To Look For When Buying This Model
The GX 550 is new, so long term faults are not yet well known. Start with the dashboard message about the driver monitor in the cluster photograph, and ask us whether it is a temporary state or a fault. Look at the luggage area scuffs, since a tow hitch and a cool box suggest heavy use of the load bay. The Overtrail+ has a hitch and a roof rack, so ask about any history of towing or roof loads. The twin turbocharged engine needs regular oil and coolant servicing, so check the service book entries. The sheet also does not confirm the drive layout, so ask us for the 4WD status. Finally, check that the Japanese navigation, TV and driver aids can be adapted to your market, because Japanese language menus and map data may need changing.
Why Import This Car From Japan
Japanese auctions offer cars with detailed inspection sheets, genuine low mileage and a clear ownership record. This GX comes from a single company owner, which is why the service book and condition are so well documented.
Ultimate Guide For Japanese Imports
After the auction, the car is paid for, deregistered, prepared and shipped, and you then register it under your own country's rules. Check emissions, safety, age and homologation requirements for your country before bidding, because they differ between markets. Autoselecta can explain the steps for your location.
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Auction Caution
Auction cars are inspected before sale but are still used vehicles. The sheet is an independent condition guide, not a mechanical warranty. Please note the inspector's remark about luggage area scuffs and scratches, and the unconfirmed items: drive layout, spare wheel, keys, owner manuals, and the driver monitor message shown on the dashboard. Allow for servicing and checks after purchase. All bids must be submitted before 9PM UK time the evening before auction.
