buying

I am new to Yota 4x4's. I have had Chevy's and I have a '75 Scout II. I found a '98 Cruiser (going to be family adventure wagon - wife /2 kids/dog) that was originally titled in New Jersey... I know salt belt...I had the owner send some undercarriage photos. I am having trouble distinguishing...

So I am looking at these for the wife/myself. Trying get away from the POS Grand Cherokee. I'm a 80 guy but the wife likes these better. The motors appear to be great. In my search I have seen two with over 500,000 miles. A lot pushing 300k. What do I need to look out for? Are there any known...

With CDan and Onur out of the parts business, where have you been going for parts? I had a dismal experience yesterday at the Stealership. I ordered a lower heater hose. I fought traffic getting there to find out they ordered the upper hose and spent another 20 minutes explaining that it was...

Hi All: I've been leaning on the advice of people in the forums lately as I continue my search. Everyone's been a big help and I thank you all. I've got two ways I could go. Keep the daily driver I have and find a cheap 80 series to use for the adventure/camping rig. Or, private sale the DD...

I'm looking at a 2005 LC that i may be purchasing but the diff lock light is on.. I am not able to go and check out the vehicle before I purchase it so here I am asking all of you before i make this purchase. I am trying to figure out the scenarios and possible solutions for this diff lock...

Hey Mudders, For the past six months i've been looking for 2001-2007 Land Cruisers/LX470. I've been ignoring 98-00 models since they don't have traction control and child seat anchors. Fast forward to last night, found a local 98 LX470, 110k miles, 1 owner, no accidents, silver, no roof rack...

In about a week I'm buying either a 99 ( with some rust underneath) or a 2000. I'm not going to make this rig a super rock crawler or anything like that. I'm looking to make it quite off road capable, but its also going to be my daily driver. So I'm not trying to lift it real high or get...

In 2017, low mileage for FZJ80's is considered under 200,000 miles. It's more common to find them in the 215-230,000 mile range. What are the big things that start to come up around the 20-year, 200k mile mark? And with that in mind, would you rather buy one that has had the major work due...

saw this in town today. Needs radiator, starter and u joint. Interior is in good shape. Rear hatch glass is busted and both rear door windows as well. Guy wants $1000. Seems like a deal to me. It's a 91 with 274000

I'm wondering what solutions are available for the 23 gallon gas tank to increase range. Mainly for towing but for backcountry travel, as well. Do any auxiliary gas tank systems work with the GX? I'm specifically looking at the 07 and 08 year models. Any ideas or suggestions will be appreciated.

I'm having a pre-purchase inspection done on a 2006 toyota landcruiser on Monday. Can anyone tell me what I should have the mechanic pay particular attention to? I'm basically looking to ensure the expensive stuff is sound before I wire the money to the seller. Thanks for any insight.

I uses to own a 97 Lx450 and had to sell it a few years ago. I am looking to get back into an 80 series. I found a 40th anniversary, sage, that is located close to me. It is in good shape cosmetically and drives well. The thing that concerns me is the mileage. It has 255,000 miles on the engine...

just wondering what the fair purchase price is on a 1991 toyota landcruiser fj80 with 5.3 vortec v8 and 4l60 auto transmission. vehicle is in great shape both mechanically and cosmetically as far as i can tell. interior has normal wear. has ARB bumper, small lift kit and 35 inch tires. has...

My 2000 FJ100 needs a new transmission assembly - torque converter seized up unexpectedly at 150k miles. Dealership quoted $4500 for replacing with remanufactured transmission. Two questions (1) Anyone have or know where I can buy a used or remanufactured FJ100 transmission (2) If I replace...

I'm looking to pick up a new to me GX470 over the summer. I know there's tons of information and opinions out there. Ultimately it comes down to me. Like many people, the rig would be a DD first and a weekend adventure mobile second. Looking to see what everybody's opinion is on the following...

Hi All, This is my first post and I hope I'm in the right place. Since moving to Utah a few months ago, I've been planning on buying an FZJ80 as a second vehicle for weekend mountain trips, and I've located a 97 LX450 in the exact config I'm looking for for sale by an independent dealer in...