Imported 2000 RZJ95R 2.7 automatic

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Good day all, I am new to this forum and Prado's, although hopefully very soon that will end and I'll be the proud owner of one. I currently live in Botswana and am in the market for a 4X4 and specifically a Prado as several of my friends and acquaintances own them and seem very happy. Specifically I have an option on a 2000 2.7 petrol "grey" import from Japan. I have had a good look at the vehicle inside and out including a lengthy period on my back underneath. It is very clean and appears to be in very good condition with no obvious signs of a tough off road life. The mileage seems reasonable at 97,000 km. Whilst not revealing anything obvious a short test drive felt good with no rattles or groans and the vehicle seemed to have adequate power and the auto box felt smooth. (Compared to my previous vehicle, a 2800 Pajero diesel automatic.) I had a Hilux double cab 2.7 company vehicle and this Prado had as much get up and go as the Hilux.

As I have no personal experience with these Prado's particularly the automatic Is there anything specific I need look out for before committing?
Any advice would be very welcome.

Regards
Mike.