Would you buy this lc

mbaker · 09-23-08, 10:00 AM

First, thanks for the info on O2 sensors. I am looking at a 96 with 122K. The bad, there is an issue with the hood. Something spilled on it or whatever, anyway about $300. to fix the paint. The check engine light is on, O2 sensors?, if so another $300. in parts. if not, $$$ unknown. The front seats (leather) are cracked. The good, one owner, straight body and no rust. Also no receiver which means it has never towed anything. The best part, factory lockers. They are down to $7500. The $600. in repairs takes it to $8100 plus TTL. Is this too much or should I have bought it yesterday. New to the 80 series and do not want to make newbie mistake. Thanks in advance for your insight.

mot · 09-23-08, 10:26 AM

How is the maintenance history? Birfs, head gasket, etc...

Do you like the color of the rig??
How does the rest of the vehicle show???
How many other 80's have you looked at and driven????

I would offer them $6k and see what happens.

(It's easy for me to say this than to do it myself though.

)

Good luck!

LUV24BY · 09-23-08, 10:31 AM

Just go in with what you feel it is worth. BUT, before you do - TAKE IT TO A MECHANIC AND A TRANNY SHOP! Make sure all mechanical is as sound as it can be, with the exception of the little known things. I just got my Cruiser last Friday - dealer had it. Asking $6500, I picked it up for roughly $5k. I walked in with CASH in hand - because I offered to fix the little things it needed!

Just food for thought!

John

nicholas · 09-23-08, 10:32 AM

X2 on the 6K. Seems like a fair price in today's market.

Ebag333 · 09-23-08, 10:34 AM

Get it taken to a reputable mechanic.

In addition to the normal checks, have them run a leakdown test to make sure the head gasket isn't blown or leaking.

It will be very difficult to have it "inspected" via the internet.

mbaker · 09-23-08, 10:56 AM

Color is white, my first choice. There are service records, and it looks really clean and straight, Still the eng light is a concern

CJF · 09-23-08, 11:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mbaker

Still the eng light is a concern

We already told you to go get the codes read; have you done that yet?

Curtis

mbaker · 09-23-08, 12:19 PM

I am in Dallas, car is in Indy

mbaker · 09-23-08, 12:32 PM

I guess regardless of the eng light, sounds like it's too high also do they use salt in Indy?

livinoffroad · 09-23-08, 01:01 PM

White is the best "color". Cooler in the summer. Get the best price you can, AFTER you check it out to your satisfaction.

Then, don't expect better than 15 MPG, AFTER it's tuned up.

Most capable SUV ever built.

The other day, while having my tires rotated, the tire man said, "How many miles on it?" When I said 120K, he said, "you have another 200K easy, with that rig !!", so the reputation for longevity is well known.

Buy an FSM.

Pinetop Cruiser · 09-23-08, 02:16 PM

Sounds to me like it could be a nice vehicle... with lockers is a great plus. Still think you should drive several of them before committing at that price. Miles don't always tell the whole story, even on landcruisers. I've been burned trying to buy vehicles out of state, so I'm more hesitant to drop everything and fly/drive to check something out. Seems like you may be able to find some locally w/o rust? At least check out some local ones so you know what to compare to when you get to Indy. My .02.

WarDamnEagle · 09-23-08, 03:45 PM

I would be more concerned about rust than the check engine light. Get them to take several photos of the frame and axles. You will be able to tell very quickly if it's been driven in salt laden roads.

When I was searching, rust was my number one criteria (or lack thereof). Almost everything else can be repaired. Of course rust can also but what a PITA!

If you don't see signs of rust then I would go for it at that price.

ranma21 · 09-23-08, 03:51 PM

I wouldn not get it unless you look at the truck yourself due to rust problem in Indy.

mbaker · 09-23-08, 09:37 PM

Thanks for all the input, i'm supposed to get the codes in a day or so. I may go myself and crawl underneath. Let you know thanks again

voorland80 · 09-23-08, 11:30 PM

Yeah, checking the undercarriage for rust is a very good idea. Price appears a bit on the high side.
Are the lockers confirmed? Or is it based simply on the assumption due to a switch on the dash?
You most likely are already aware to check for that.
Oh, my check engine light came on way back when. I added Lucas fuel injector cleaner to the gas and it hasn't come back on. I add it at fill-up periodically.
Best of luck on your search.

mbaker · 09-29-08, 10:42 AM

Flew to Indy Sat, knew within two minutes that it was not to be. Guess i'll be patient and look for something local.

1shot1kill · 09-29-08, 01:19 PM

It was that bad?

46/71 Hybrid · 10-01-08, 01:18 AM

What were the issues with it?

LUV24BY · 10-01-08, 03:03 AM

I guess it's lbad when your off the plane and wanting to turn right around and RUN back on! Just, may none of your GF's be that way!

John

09-23-08, 10:00 AM	#1
mbaker IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 30	Would you buy this lc First, thanks for the info on O2 sensors. I am looking at a 96 with 122K. The bad, there is an issue with the hood. Something spilled on it or whatever, anyway about $300. to fix the paint. The check engine light is on, O2 sensors?, if so another $300. in parts. if not, $$$ unknown. The front seats (leather) are cracked. The good, one owner, straight body and no rust. Also no receiver which means it has never towed anything. The best part, factory lockers. They are down to $7500. The $600. in repairs takes it to $8100 plus TTL. Is this too much or should I have bought it yesterday. New to the 80 series and do not want to make newbie mistake. Thanks in advance for your insight.

09-23-08, 10:26 AM	#2
mot I ruin surprises. Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 4,323	How is the maintenance history? Birfs, head gasket, etc... Do you like the color of the rig?? How does the rest of the vehicle show??? How many other 80's have you looked at and driven???? I would offer them $6k and see what happens. (It's easy for me to say this than to do it myself though.) Good luck! __________________ My e-bay Links TEQ Collectibles JDM Toys R/C FJ40 Last 2!! OEM foglights and HID's JDM LC60/62 Goodies JDM LC80 Goodies JDM LC100 Goodies

09-23-08, 10:31 AM	#3
LUV24BY IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Phoenix, Arizona TLCA# I dunno!?! Posts: 237	Just go in with what you feel it is worth. BUT, before you do - TAKE IT TO A MECHANIC AND A TRANNY SHOP! Make sure all mechanical is as sound as it can be, with the exception of the little known things. I just got my Cruiser last Friday - dealer had it. Asking $6500, I picked it up for roughly $5k. I walked in with CASH in hand - because I offered to fix the little things it needed! Just food for thought! John __________________ We tigers prefer to inflict excitement on others - Hobbes 1993 Toyota FZJ80 - Locked "ROCKN80" For Photos: http://www.cardomain.com/id/LUV24BY

09-23-08, 10:32 AM	#4
nicholas IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: IA Posts: 896	X2 on the 6K. Seems like a fair price in today's market. __________________ 97LX450, 141K, 285CooperSST's, OME851/860's, S/C, CDL 7-Pin, Landtank MAF, Slee SS lines, 100 pads, silicone PHH, Raventai temp, CDan parts throughout($5K+). Chillin' in Cornfeilds (IA) studying.

09-23-08, 10:34 AM	#5
Ebag333 IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Medford, OR TLCA# 18864 Posts: 1,270	Get it taken to a reputable mechanic. In addition to the normal checks, have them run a leakdown test to make sure the head gasket isn't blown or leaking. It will be very difficult to have it "inspected" via the internet. __________________ '97 LX450 - The -mobile '96 LX450 - Mine! Triple locked, 315 General Grabber AT2, OME Medium, 1" body lift, belly skid plate, grey wire mod. Jefferson State Cruisers (A wholely owned subsiderary of OR/CA TACO) Forums

09-23-08, 10:56 AM	#6
mbaker IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 30	Color is white, my first choice. There are service records, and it looks really clean and straight, Still the eng light is a concern

09-23-08, 12:19 PM	#8
mbaker IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 30	I am in Dallas, car is in Indy

09-23-08, 12:32 PM	#9
mbaker IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 30	I guess regardless of the eng light, sounds like it's too high also do they use salt in Indy?

09-23-08, 01:01 PM	#10
livinoffroad IH8MUD Junior Join Date: May 2006 Location: 6005 ft. Smoky Mtns. Idaho Posts: 84	White is the best "color". Cooler in the summer. Get the best price you can, AFTER you check it out to your satisfaction. Then, don't expect better than 15 MPG, AFTER it's tuned up. Most capable SUV ever built. The other day, while having my tires rotated, the tire man said, "How many miles on it?" When I said 120K, he said, "you have another 200K easy, with that rig !!", so the reputation for longevity is well known. Buy an FSM. __________________ '95FZJ locked on 33s, OME863/850 springs w/30mm spacers in front(no stink bug), caster correction drop brackets, SS brake lines,odyssey,DBA,CDL,HIR,FSM, scangauge II '93 4x4runner(13yrs) '85 4x4 mini truck/22re(15yrs) '80 4x4 Chevy Snowplow '86 4x4 MasseyFerguson 1045

09-23-08, 02:16 PM	#11
Pinetop Cruiser IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Pinetop, AZ Posts: 29	Sounds to me like it could be a nice vehicle... with lockers is a great plus. Still think you should drive several of them before committing at that price. Miles don't always tell the whole story, even on landcruisers. I've been burned trying to buy vehicles out of state, so I'm more hesitant to drop everything and fly/drive to check something out. Seems like you may be able to find some locally w/o rust? At least check out some local ones so you know what to compare to when you get to Indy. My .02. __________________ David currently 5 LC's, but need to downsize. 4 fzj80's (1 rollover for parts), 1 '71 FJ40 project

09-23-08, 03:45 PM	#12
WarDamnEagle IH8MUD Addict Join Date: May 2007 Location: UK and Gulf Shores, Alabama Posts: 665	I would be more concerned about rust than the check engine light. Get them to take several photos of the frame and axles. You will be able to tell very quickly if it's been driven in salt laden roads. When I was searching, rust was my number one criteria (or lack thereof). Almost everything else can be repaired. Of course rust can also but what a PITA! If you don't see signs of rust then I would go for it at that price. __________________ 1985 4Runner - ROTM WarDamnEagle's 85 4Runner 1997 FZJ80 - locked and stock 2007 HDJ100 - DD .....and these are just the Toyotas

09-23-08, 03:51 PM	#13
ranma21 IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 516	I wouldn not get it unless you look at the truck yourself due to rust problem in Indy. __________________ 1997 LX450. ARB bumper, Warn 9.5XP, Rear bumper with tire/fuel carrier, SLEE slider, LightForce 170, 295/75/16 Nitto, OME lift, Slee brakeline, my GOLDEN RETRIEVER HID KIT for sale H4, 9006 Rear Bumper Tire/Fuel Carrier for sale

09-23-08, 09:37 PM	#14
mbaker IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 30	Thanks for all the input, i'm supposed to get the codes in a day or so. I may go myself and crawl underneath. Let you know thanks again

09-23-08, 11:30 PM	#15
voorland80 IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: the CV; sometimes NZ, sometimes CZ (go fotbalového klubu Bohemians) Posts: 116	Yeah, checking the undercarriage for rust is a very good idea. Price appears a bit on the high side. Are the lockers confirmed? Or is it based simply on the assumption due to a switch on the dash? You most likely are already aware to check for that. Oh, my check engine light came on way back when. I added Lucas fuel injector cleaner to the gas and it hasn't come back on. I add it at fill-up periodically. Best of luck on your search.

09-29-08, 10:42 AM	#16
mbaker IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 30	Flew to Indy Sat, knew within two minutes that it was not to be. Guess i'll be patient and look for something local.

09-29-08, 01:19 PM	#17
1shot1kill IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: NW Posts: 191	It was that bad? __________________ IN VINO VERITAS 93 locked,sleed,Afrika Corps,sand ladders,snorkel,PIAA front/back,Arbed, 9k winch w/syn. od rope, Kaymared, quick release sways, OME, snorkel, dog ramp, Man-A-Fre rack, custom roof net, Lowarnce GPS, 4:88s, custom drivelines by NW Landcruiser, spacers, 38s - WIP!

10-01-08, 01:18 AM	#18
46/71 Hybrid IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 76	What were the issues with it?

10-01-08, 03:03 AM	#19
LUV24BY IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Phoenix, Arizona TLCA# I dunno!?! Posts: 237	I guess it's lbad when your off the plane and wanting to turn right around and RUN back on! Just, may none of your GF's be that way! John __________________ We tigers prefer to inflict excitement on others - Hobbes 1993 Toyota FZJ80 - Locked "ROCKN80" For Photos: http://www.cardomain.com/id/LUV24BY

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