200 Series longevity (1 Viewer)

[Bhub]

Over the last 20 years I’ve owned two vehicles, an 80 series LC that I sold with 298,000 miles and a 100 series LC that I sold at 220k miles. Both were solid machines that were running great and I had no concern about their longevity (in hindsight I regret selling them). I’m now looking at a 2010 LX570 with 155k miles but I’m unfamiliar with this series.

A question for those of you that are familiar with the 200 series, would buying one with 155k miles cause you any concern? The one I’m looking at has been maintained by my mechanic for the last 6 years so I know it’s been in good hands.

I guess what I’m asking is are these built for the long haul? Any input is appreciated.

 

[grinchy]

222k plus on my 2009 lx. Nothing unusual to report. Third owner.

 

[afgman786]

For the motor and trans you should no problems. I feel like there are quite a few people on here in the mid 200k or more

 

[TexAZ]

i bought my 08 with 142K. Im at 220K now. still rock solid. there are a few items that are know to go out.
water pump, starter, radiator.... but if its been well taken care of, should be a great vehicle for many many miles to come.

 

[Reckless]

225K no issues, drove 125k myself, much better than 100. The 100 handled slightly better as it was more narrow and prettier. The 200 is more luxurious and better built in every way.

 

[fasteddie2015]

Bought my 15 LC with 115K. Replaced the tires, greased the drive train, changed the oil and plugs and thats all. The rest was just tinkering for fun. Drives like new.

Based on your description and previous experience, should be a no brainer.

 

[Cruiserhead05]

I'll cross the 200k mile mark in a week or two; purchased with 120k miles. '09 LC for reference.

I've owned several 80's and a 100 previously. So far, the 200 has required the least amount of maintenance or repairs of the three at similar points in their life. As mentioned, budget for, or set the expectation for a water pump, starter and/or radiator if they are each original. Aside from that, should be good.

 

[TimCFJ40]

I'm At 225k on my 2008. Water pump and Radiator were done at 180k due to a deer strike taking out the radiator. No issues with the truck, and I'd drive it to Alaska tomorrow. I sold my 2000 100 series with 328k miles, and felt the same way. The 200 series feels a bit more solid, but both are the better than any other truck I've owned at any mileage. I plan to put another 100k on this truck, then probably will look for a newer 2018-2019 to run up the mileage on. I'd have no concerns buying a clean 200 series with 155k if it was clean and well cared for.

 

[99toylc]

I sold my 100 series LC with about 212k miles and bought a 2011 LX with 139k and wouldn't hesitate to drive either one for 200k more miles if not the rust accumulation of 20 years on my 100 series.
My daily driven 2008 Tundra Limited 5.7 4x4 is doing excellent at 214K and doesn't use any oil between it's 8k synthetic oil changes.

I am seriously expecting to see 400-500k on the 2011 since it came from Texas and it is factory virgin rust wise and from day one I have treated it with LPS3 and will continue that for years to come.

 

[jmw101]

307,000 miles on my '13. All mine. I just did the water pump and starter (still original). No signs of failing, but did them anyway. I plan to get another 100,000 out of it.

Longevity has not been a concern with this one. Best vehicle I've owned yet.

 

[Flight2k5]

225K no issues, drove 125k myself, much better than 100. The 100 handled slightly better as it was more narrow and prettier. The 200 is more luxurious and better built in every way.

pretty sure the 200 is less than an inch wider.

 

[tacoduck]

307,000 miles on my '13. All mine. I just did the water pump and starter (still original). No signs of failing, but did them anyway. I plan to get another 100,000 out of it.

Longevity has not been a concern with this one. Best vehicle I've owned yet.

That’s a boat load of gas!!!

 

[Bhub]

Thank you all for sharing your experience. I was thinking after 20 years I’d go a different direction (Tundra Crewmax) but based on what you’re saying I think I’m jumping back into the Land Cruiser/LX570 pool.

 

[4wheelgreg]

This is my 1st 200 series was not my 1st choice in color combination but got a insane deal on my 2018 I got the Black Metalic with Terra brown . Would have prefered the White or Grey with Black .
After getting the Land Cruiser every one including my insurance guy when I called to change vehicles , first thing out of his mouth was those things ... Last Forever .
Everyone I talk to says the same thing .
I have excepted the black , just a pain to keep clean , the LC just blends in with other vehicles , does not have a pretentious or bling bling look like other higher priced vehicles .
Had a Tacoma guy say nice Cruiser the other day ... Said that thing will ... Last forever ... LOL
Seems like these have great longevity .

 

[stonepa]

Absolutely zero concerns at that mileage as long as it hasn't been wrecked and it has a full service history for you to review. While every manufacturer has a bad day, the factory that builds LC and LXs (4Runners and GX as well) is probably the very best in the world for turning out a quality product. From there on the vehicle should be serviceable for 25 years and irrelevant mileage, in my experience. I bought my first LC in 1987 - a new FJ60. Still runs and drives just fine. Bought my second new one in 1998 and I have over 400k miles on it with it only needing regular maintenance, tires, brakes, and a replacement starter after 200k miles. My current LC only has 47k miles on it but I'm sure I will easily get 500k as long as I don't wreck it or the world doesn't run out of unleaded. If so, I'll convert to propane and keep'r move'n.

 

[HGB]

307,000 miles on my '13. All mine. I just did the water pump and starter (still original). No signs of failing, but did them anyway. I plan to get another 100,000 out of it.

Longevity has not been a concern with this one. Best vehicle I've owned yet.

LX or LC?

 

[jmw101]

Sorry I didn't clarify. 2013 LC.

 

[Angelo1]

That’s a boat load of gas!!!

You mean...a tanker full of gas

 

[NDizzle]

You mean...a tanker full of gas

A few months ago a random news article had a visualization of the size of container required to hold the amount of fuel that's used in an average car over its lifetime. I just kind of looked at it sideways and thought about multiplying the container size by like 4x, that's the amount used over a LC's lifetime. Tanker, indeed... Can't find the article with a few web searches, unfortunately.

 

[Bhub]

Well the 200 that I was considering buying is a no go. I climbed underneath it everything looked good, no leaks and only minor surface rust, but then I looked at the backside of the two rear rims/tires. The dust/splash covers on the inboard side of the brake rotors were rusted out on both tires. I’ve never seen anything like it. I wish I took photos, but both covers had large areas that were rusted out to the point I could easily see thru them. The rest of the underbody appeared to look okay but I’m taking the rusted out plates as a warning.

I just need to be patient for the right one to come along.