100 cruiser worth it?

Hello all,

First post and have not been lurking too long. Have been toying with the idea of getting a LC as a daily/toy. I have been all over the internet(local) as well as FB marketplace and the prices on these are all over the place. Mileage all over the place not necessarily coinciding with the prices. Which brings me to my possible purchase….
2000 LC 1 owner(well the guy I’m buying it from is technically the second but hasn’t had it long and hasn’t had it registered yet, moving out of country). This guy lives in the neighborhood and has multiple Toyotas that he has fixed up and then sold that all have seemed pretty great. I’ve been eyeing this one awhile and now it popped up for sale.
It has 367k miles which to me sounds like way too many but I’ve been all over reading that these LCs can last forever if treated right. He doesn’t have specific records of things being done(ie timing belt etc) the carfax is clean, and has multiple records done at only Toyota but they seem a little sporadic so I’m not in love with the record keeping. It looks great! No rust(Texas vehicle only). Owner says it drives great(haven’t driven it yet).
Issues:
-unsure of timing belt replacement
-Sunroof not functioning(assuming I would have to just seal it up, or so I’ve read).
-Stock radio is sporadic(assume I could just go aftermarket and it will be ok.
-Sluggish windows rolling down
-Owner states that the front end makes a grinding noise unless the lock lee button is pressed then it runs fine(I am assuming this is the c clamp and flanges and cv axle needing replaced from research on here).

Pros:
New windshield, fog lights, turn signal lights, new tires, new alternator, new battery, power steering flush and change, fresh oil change, no cracks in any windows, has 3rd row seats, paint in great shape!

My main question is this worth it at this mileage with this sporadic history and with these issues?

I’ll try and link the fb post on here. But he’s asking $9k

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Thanks for any help or answers! I’m very new to this forum and this world but trying to learn more and more everyday!

Nick

 

[LHcruiserHopeful]

Hello all,

First post and have not been lurking too long. Have been toying with the idea of getting a LC as a daily/toy. I have been all over the internet(local) as well as FB marketplace and the prices on these are all over the place. Mileage all over the place not necessarily coinciding with the prices. Which brings me to my possible purchase….
2000 LC 1 owner(well the guy I’m buying it from is technically the second but hasn’t had it long and hasn’t had it registered yet, moving out of country). This guy lives in the neighborhood and has multiple Toyotas that he has fixed up and then sold that all have seemed pretty great. I’ve been eyeing this one awhile and now it popped up for sale.
It has 367k miles which to me sounds like way too many but I’ve been all over reading that these LCs can last forever if treated right. He doesn’t have specific records of things being done(ie timing belt etc) the carfax is clean, and has multiple records done at only Toyota but they seem a little sporadic so I’m not in love with the record keeping. It looks great! No rust(Texas vehicle only). Owner says it drives great(haven’t driven it yet).
Issues:
-unsure of timing belt replacement
-Sunroof not functioning(assuming I would have to just seal it up, or so I’ve read).
-Stock radio is sporadic(assume I could just go aftermarket and it will be ok.
-Sluggish windows rolling down
-Owner states that the front end makes a grinding noise unless the lock lee button is pressed then it runs fine(I am assuming this is the c clamp and flanges and cv axle needing replaced from research on here).

Pros:
New windshield, fog lights, turn signal lights, new tires, new alternator, new battery, power steering flush and change, fresh oil change, no cracks in any windows, has 3rd row seats, paint in great shape!

My main question is this worth it at this mileage with this sporadic history and with these issues?

I’ll try and link the fb post on here. But he’s asking $9k

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Thanks for any help or answers! I’m very new to this forum and this world but trying to learn more and more everyday!

Nick

Also, I have read slee’s lookout for list. Just curious if there’s anyone that would like to add specific things at this mileage to look out for.
I plan to take it to a local DFW LC shop to get it pre inspected but just trying to get advice prior to spending the money on the inspection.

 

[GTV]

Don't do it unless you do your own maintenance or are at least willing to learn. Parts are expensive enough, labor will bleed you dry.

 

[BullElk]

I think that price is high based on the issues you mentioned. I would expect the asking price to be around $6000-6500....THEN my game would be to really use those uncertain issues to negotiate to closer to $5000.....if the gut agrees. I suggest before you get in your vehicle to go see this LC, have a come to Jesus meeting with yourself and be sure you have no problem with walking away from the deal. That is, literally, the first step to making deals work.

 

[Bisho]

^^^
The grinding noise is almost certainly a cv axle and hub. I wouldn’t sweat the miles, but there is a lot of issues for the price.

 

[LHcruiserHopeful]

Thanks!

I am definitely willing to learn and wrench when necessary but not to get it baseline first. After that I will be doing as much work myself as I can.

I will be asking him how much he is willing to drop the price. And am also willing to walk away. I have another vehicle at the moment so it is nothing urgent. Just wanted some input on what seems to be a good looking vehicle.

Was anyone able to actually look at the vehicle via the link?

 

[shane431]

You can find a better example for that price.