I have had two as well. The first was a 1997 80 series (Lexus LX450 actually). I ended up owning it for 14 years and put 165000 miles on it. I ended up lifting it slightly and installing a TRD supercharger. It averaged around 16mpg prior to the SC and about 14 mpg after. It ran great and was an awesome 4 wheeler. It was locked front and rear and there are several common mods that 80 series owners do. I sold it late last year as I bought a 2008 Landcruiser with 69k miles on it. Waaaaay more power with the 5.7l V8. Has electronic traction controls and I will be adding a rear locker as well. I have lifted it a bit and put 33" tires on it. It gets around 15-16mpg.
As mentioned, Landcruisers are built to a higher quality standard in design, materials and workmanship. They aren't perfect, nothing is, but I like them. I was happy to get the '08 for $34k, which is probably a little high but you can't take it with you.
They are worth it if you like that sort of vehicle.
