For Sale 1990 Toyota LJ78 Landcruiser Prado, only 118k miles!

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Collin80 said:
To the seller: I think your problem (and a problem that other sellers have run into around here) is that you've listed the truck in a way that advertises it for the general public, which basically assumes that the people looking at the ad know very little about the truck. That's very much the wrong assumption when posting on ih8mud, which is basically a community of total Yoda nerds (I say that with great affection, nerds). It indicates that you haven't done much research on the forum, that you're basically showing up to make a quick dollar. Statements like "Still, there is no gasoline 4x4 SUV out there that will give you that kind of fuel economy!" just come across as silly here, since everybody reading this thread already knows that. This makes us think that you're trying to pull a fast one on us, and nobody likes feeling that way. It also makes us think that you also know very little about the truck, which would indicate a lot of hidden issues that you wouldn't know to look for. That's why you're getting a lot of push-back.

To everybody else: Give the guy some slack.
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Thanks for the feedback man, at least that makes sense. Honestly I'm not after a quick buck at all, I listed it for what I have in it, I can provide proof of needed. I don't really need cash either, so a quick buck is kind of insulting but I understand your point. What I don't need is 2 Landcruisers in addition to the rest of my cars, so I'd rather sell it and get the HZJ I want. As for the ad verbiage my apologies, it sounded great to me and perhaps I am very much less in the know than you guys about these vehicles, however I've had a local reputable Landcruiser shop (mentioned in the ad) crawl through the truck in and out and it's in great condition, if you want to call them to discuss that further I'd be glad to provide their information and I am sure they would oblige. Having said all that, if that is the issue, my apologies. I never meant to be condescending in my ad at all. I do have a busy schedule, I do not buy and resell cars often, I collect a lot of different s***, so if my ad was thrown together in haste please forgive me but it's nothing to hang me from the cross from. Lastly, this car has been a daily driver for over a year, every single day I get into this truck, I drive it everywhere. I know the truck better than the one the fellow who was heckling before knows his own truck because it's been at his mechanic since he bought it, mine hasn't. It's been on the road.

If this really is the case though...

which basically assumes that the people looking at the ad know very little about the truck
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...Then that would be an insecure thought, is my feeling. Also people outside of this forum lurk and contact members for vehicles for sale, it's not just the core folks that look at the for sale ads here. I guess I learned my lesson the hard way though :)
 
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[QUOTE="Toyvay, post: 10252311, member: 114343Therefore it's healthy to have some back and forth especially in regard to vehicle, claims and history. Expressing an historically accurate differing opinion about a rigs' engine, isn't being a dick, it's telling people there might be two sides and one should form their own opinion.[/QUOTE]

I think everyone agrees with that. Anyone should chime in if they have info about the vehicle. But the only comments coming from "mudandrock" are petty and pointless. The OP gets no defense for being petty as well. Just pointing out the comments weren't about the vehicle, the motor, or its history. Not sure what posts have been deleted, so maybe there's other info I'm not aware of.
 
SteveJackson said:
[QUOTE="Toyvay, post: 10252311, member: 114343Therefore it's healthy to have some back and forth especially in regard to vehicle, claims and history. Expressing an historically accurate differing opinion about a rigs' engine, isn't being a dick, it's telling people there might be two sides and one should form their own opinion.
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I think everyone agrees with that. Anyone should chime in if they have info about the vehicle. But the only comments coming from "mudandrock" are petty and pointless. The OP gets no defense for being petty as well. Just pointing out the comments weren't about the vehicle, the motor, or its history. Not sure what posts have been deleted, so maybe there's other info I'm not aware of.[/QUOTE]
Steve, I think I got riled up about op personal statements regarding others. I just don't think where one lives, their political views or how they work on their vehicle are right on a forum like this. They weren't said to me though, and i probably should have just kept my opinion to myself. I will in the future, and apologize for lumping your comments in there.
 
Toyvay said:
I just don't think where one lives, their political views or how they work on their vehicle are right on a forum like this.
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I'd definitely agree! I think I wasn't sure about who he was saying that towards since the other comments were deleted. Definitely the OP gets no defense or charm points.
 
Porsche958 said:
It wasn't until after the constant harassment from that guy I went there, again my apologies but all I did was post a car for sale, one I have been driving daily for over a year now, every single day without an issue. The guy giving me s*** (1978HJ45) has had a HZJ77 in a shop for a year or so now, and further it's an automatic which is known to s*** the bed! This Prado has given me zero issues, and I just wanted the funds to move up to a nicer $30k rig. Anyhow, yes I was petty I suppose and their comments got to me, admittedly. They're still a bunch of assholes, not everyone here, but those commenting negatively on a for sale post.
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Oh yeah, BUMP!
 
Since the original CraigsList ad is no longer active, it may be beneficial for you to post some additional pictures to the forum. I'd like to see what it is you're selling beyond the two pictures in the original posting. Thanks and GLWS!
 
brussum said:
Since the original CraigsList ad is no longer active, it may be beneficial for you to post some additional pictures to the forum. I'd like to see what it is you're selling beyond the two pictures in the original posting. Thanks and GLWS!
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Here's a ton of pics from when I bought it, it hasn't changed a bit except now has new Toyo Open County A/T2's on it, and mileage is at 194k with a recent oil change. Again, I bought this truck to get my toes wet and it has been driven DAILY without fail for over a year now, and gets amazing gas mileage. The only reason I am selling it is to dive deeper into a nicer, fancier 70 series diesel rig.

1990 Toyota Landcruiser Prado LJ78
 
Long time lurker on Mud (active on other Toyota and overland forums though). I've been very interested in the 70 series for quite some time now, but have the green light from the wifey to get rid of my Tacoma and get something the soon-to-be family can all fit in comfortably.

This looks to be a beautiful rig and has really piqued my interest. I'm very interested in seeing some current pics of the undercarriage, door sills, exterior/interior wheel arches, window frames and any and all places rust might be lurking, including any paint bubbling, dents, blemishes or repairs that were made along the way (overspray in door jams, fixes of any front and rear bumper mounts, body mounts, etc). Also interested in seeing shots of the front and rear diffs, birfs, oil pan, tranny/TC and drivelines, and any and all leaks, etc. . Some detailed/close-up pics of any interior bits that aren't factory perfect: torn/cracked dash bits, cracked trim pieces, stains, tears, etc. Looks like there is some wear in the passenger side dash and the e-brake boot has seen better days, but the interior is very clean and complete.

I fully understand this is a classic and not expecting perfection by any means, but would like to "see" what I'd be getting myself into as I can't do my normal used car inspection from this far away without more detailed pics.

Thanks for your time and efforts! I've sold a fair amount of used machinery on the 'net and know how much time and energy it can take.
Nic
 
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