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Please post some pix of your full sized Toyota Land Cruisers and provide some specs (model, year made, engine, mods, etc). Wanting to learn more about them with an eye towards a possible purchase.
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I’ve had this one for 20 years.
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I have had two. Bought the first new in 2000 and kept it for 7 years (242k miles) and bought another new one. They are fantastic trucks... I would NEVER own another GM/Ford after having this kind of QUALITY... Don't be afraid to buy used. I'm one of the few people I know that actually drives in the woods/swamp with mine...
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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.
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So how far back do you need to go to lose the high tech and get a "no frills" model?
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Tominboise: Thanks for the input.
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So how far back do you need to go to lose the high tech and get a "no frills" model? It depends on the definition of high tech. If an automatic tranny is high tech, then you have to go back to the 60 series. If IFS is high tech and straight axles aren't, then back to the 80 series. The 100 series introduced the first of the electronic traction aids (ATRAC), but the 80 series used electric lockers on the front and rear axles and the t case, so it depends on what your comfort level with technology is. The problem with the older stuff is that they are getting pretty tired and things like door latches, window regulators, HVAC control systems are wearing out and getting hard to find replacement parts any more. Or they have been restored and are worth $45k or more.
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Thanks for that run-down of developments. By 'high tech" I mean all the slew of "avoidance" crutches, rear cameras, interactive screens - all that symbolizes the present level of technology - all waiting to break. Its a mix of reliable versus too tired and ready to break. Thanks again.
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Mine has a high roof painted white and foot well vents in lieu of A/C. It’s got a big steering wheel instead of a power steering pump. I don’t regret it’s power brakes. They’ve been a reliable convenience.
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I had an early 70’s FJ55 when I was 14. Got it for $200 from a guy my dad worked with. It was fun driving around the farm and back roads even with a “3 on the tree” transmission. Boy, I wish I had kept it. Good luck in your quest. They are cool looking vehicles. Dave
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Does anyone have a quality reference book(s) for all models of Land Cruisers and their history that they would be willing to part with? If so, please send a PM.
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Does anyone have a quality reference book(s) for all models of Land Cruisers and their history that they would be willing to part with? If so, please send a PM. http://m.carcomplaints.com/Toyota/Land_Cruiser/
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I've had a few 'Cruisers, mostly tray backs. Not sure on the US models but I've had an 82 mod 60 series diesel wagon, two 75 series utes (86 and 98 mods) and a 2016 V8 diesel model. All were great vehicles. They're the most popular four wheel drives in hard use applications here in Aus!
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Was that picture taken in Eagle River AK?
edit. (Never mind, I looked on Google maps and the place I was thinking about has a mural on the side of the building.)
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Kenster: Good looking rig. Can you provide some details?
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No,just one I saw parked one time. Thought it was a good looking rig. I had a couple of them around same year, one stock,and one with an Olds v-8 and chevy truck 4-speed. Nothing like the one pictured! That thing is a show piece!
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