Anyone regret buying their high mileage LC or LX? (1 Viewer)

[ATwoZ]

Quite happy with my 2010 LX- bought it in 2019 with 105k miles at a little under KBB. Have thrown some money at replacing fluids, shocks (with spacers) and tires. Otherwise couldn't be happier with it. Installed the GROM unit and tech feels quasi modern. Overall still feels rock solid and expect it to run at least 100k more without issue.

My biggest concern is what the next one will be ?!?

 

[tincan45]

I don't consider this high mileage, but I bought mine with 80K and currently at 112K. Did a full baseline when I bought it even though it had good maintenance records. Radiator/Fluids/AHC flush/Trans Flush. Collecting parts to do another round of maintenance at 120K (Accumulators/MAF/O2). Early in ownership I was toying with the idea of a 2016+, but the more I drive this, the more attached I get. No regrets, might drive this forever and see who dies first.

 

[WookieMonster]

I just purchased my first 2013 LC on Saturday and initially had some reservations as I immediately ran into multiple issues, luckily one of the major issues was the radiator and as we are all aware is a known issue. Fortunately, like all Toyotas I purchase, I do extensive research on the model and year and made it abundantly clear to the dealer (since I was purchasing sight unseen from another state) that I wanted a guarantee the radiator would be inspected and repaired if found defective as a contingent to the sale. Fast forward and they delivered a leaking and cracked radiator, SMH, luckily they fulfilled their commitment and replaced the radiator, hoses, and thermostat free of charge. I also elected to change the serpentine belt and water pump for peace of mind. I then ran into a bad air induction driver (which I plan to bypass) and a fault in the TPMS system. All within the first two days of ownership. So needless to say I was a tad discouraged, but I have owned nothing but Tacoma's and runners for the last 15 years and had to remind myself that I have had both minor and major issues with all and that NO car is perfect. Moreover, not to get lost in the grand notion that the LC is invincible. Regardless of the trouble, both my wife and I have no regrets in our purchase, it has literally been a long dream of ours to own and outfit an LC so needless to say we are stoked to now be owners.

 

[Michael Hanson]

Hi, Our 1991 has 400,000 plus miles. Same engine and transmission. Mileage on a land cruiser is a non issue if you maintain it. Mike

 

[DecreedIt]

No.

Bought from family member at 165k - had some big stuff done already, but needed some catch up TLC. Full brake job was the biggest, did the starter proactively, couple of deferred maintenance things.

With High Mileage - what is that, really, with LCs? - knowing history is the key. If there's zero history then yeah you gotta expect to do the big ticket items - negotiate accordingly.

 

[Lyle Kilson]

Bought my 94 FZJ80 at about 192,000 miles.
Now have just over 307,000
Only wish I had replaced the radiator much sooner than I had

I have a 94 as well that I bought just a couple months ago with 290k on it. It has whole new cooling system, the head gasket was done at 220k, and it has a bunch of other service records. The only thing that sometimes worries me is still being on an OBD1 setup. I’ve had a CEL that I’ve had problems clearing. How much more mileage do you expect to get out of yours and what’s your plans after it gives up the ghost?

 

[yOHda]

Went and signed the papers on a 200 today. The excitement is almost unbearable. It has 114k on the clock. It might as well say 0 to me. It is built in Japan and built to last. I think once you own an 80 series specifically, but most 90s Toyota/Lexus cars will dispell any concerns over high mileage Toyotas. Obviously there are exceptions. But they are almost always a result of negligence by the owner.

300k LS430
225k FJC
AE86 drift car with 215k 1uz

 

[ScottBaugh]

I don't think people generally consider 100k high mileage on a land cruiser.

They don't start falling apart like some vehicles when they hit that kind of mileage.

That's exactly what I thought. I am currently looking for an LX and already checked a couple with about 100k miles...they looked pretty fresh. It also depends on the previous owner(s). How well was it taken care of and so on.

 

[stonepa]

Hi, Our 1991 has 400,000 plus miles. Same engine and transmission. Mileage on a land cruiser is a non issue if you maintain it. Mike

Amen. I'm at 437k in my 1998 100 as of this morning.

 

[Travis 76]

It is at 308000 miles now and still going strong. I did the head gasket at about 285000 miles. It was warped from the overheating about 6 years ago. Didn’t fail but it was leaking. Kept it going with stop leak, not the greatest idea, as that destroyed my new radiator. Then the head gasket finally gave up. I got a used head had it serviced by a local machine shop and it has been running great since.
I do have some cel problems I am trying to work out as well.

 

[hblx570]

Went and signed the papers on a 200 today. The excitement is almost unbearable. It has 114k on the clock. It might as well say 0 to me. It is built in Japan and built to last. I think once you own an 80 series specifically, but most 90s Toyota/Lexus cars will dispell any concerns over high mileage Toyotas. Obviously there are exceptions. But they are almost always a result of negligence by the owner.

300k LS430
225k FJC
AE86 drift car with 215k 1uz

built in japan....build to last.... true dat!

Japanese knows how to build cars to LAST! Period.

 

[Dashome]

I agree with the previous sentiments, granted my experience pre-200 was a Lexus GX that I traded in with about 245k on the odometer. I went Toyota this time due to the more complicated brake booster and air suspension both having issues. Air suspension lost a sensor and a bag on a trip 650 miles from home, on a weekend, with my mother in law and kids. Needless to say, I couldn't get into a dealer for parts or labor same day, so I drive as nimbly as possible home. However, the San Francisco hills were hell on my family. Those nags convinced me to give up the advanced features and tech of the LX when I considered the upgrade. Also, my truck was rusted from 14 years in Chicago. I sheared off bolts from working gingerly on my truck. My local shop exclusively works on Toyota trucks had told me they couldn't work on certain systems due to corrosion.

My advice, high mileage is ok given no corrosion issues. Budget in surprises (GX broke a steering rack seal around 185k, requiring replacement), and be prepared to tinker yourself and track down parts. I also had a throttle body coolant leak. OEM was going to be 1800 for the part and hundreds more in labor. I replaced it for $100 with a used part and an hour's work. Your mileage may vary.