I really thought about a 4th gen 4Runner / GX470 but I found the 100 series to be a lot nicer. Even with it being older with more miles...
Buying/Selling - what year, how much, etc. - ask for opinions here (2 Viewers)
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i would agree that the LC is nicer but the 4th gen 4runner
gets a lot better fuel economy and is pretty adept on most trails as well. its a tough call for me for some reason. and like i said, something tells me some folks would prefer the 4th gen 4runner over the current gen LC due to cost and the LC getting a little further away from what it was originally designed for.
gets a lot better fuel economy and is pretty adept on most trails as well. its a tough call for me for some reason. and like i said, something tells me some folks would prefer the 4th gen 4runner over the current gen LC due to cost and the LC getting a little further away from what it was originally designed for.
That depends on what type of more room you need.
If you already have the third row option on your 4Runner, you wouldn't gain much by going to the LX since their dimensions are about the same. If you just need a third row, I would think your choices (assuming you wanna stay with Toyota) would be between the Sequoia, 4Runner w/ third row, and 100 series LX. I am actually weighing this same decisions right now only I am coming from a Tacoma double cab.
If you already have the third row option on your 4Runner, you wouldn't gain much by going to the LX since their dimensions are about the same. If you just need a third row, I would think your choices (assuming you wanna stay with Toyota) would be between the Sequoia, 4Runner w/ third row, and 100 series LX. I am actually weighing this same decisions right now only I am coming from a Tacoma double cab.
Considering 2001 LC
Jumping in with another "should I buy it?" request for opinions.
The truck is a 2001 LC, 153K miles, one owner, dealer-serviced with records, and i've negotiated the price down to $12k. Interior and exterior are cosmetically immaculate, and mechanically there are just a couple of things I would need to take care of after buying. (See complete list of issues below.)
My big hesitation is some rust above the windshield on the driver's side. It's been covered by touch-up paint, so I can't photograph it properly. The only way I noticed it was running my fingers across the body, where I noticed a change in the feeling of the finish. The paint has a slightly rough, textured feeling adjacent to the windshield seal. The rough textured patch is about 12 inches long, runs parallel to the windshield, and is maybe half an inch high. I should say I'm assuming this is rust covered by touch-up paint, but without using a grinder, I really have no idea.
Any thoughts on whether this is truck worth buying and spending a few dollars to fix up? Ideally I'd like to limit my expenses in the first month after buying to about $2K.
Other things my mechanic noticed during a PPI: the truck has the exhaust manifold issues that causes the clicking noise until fully warmed up, and the front wheel bearings either need to be adjusted or replaced.
Jumping in with another "should I buy it?" request for opinions.
The truck is a 2001 LC, 153K miles, one owner, dealer-serviced with records, and i've negotiated the price down to $12k. Interior and exterior are cosmetically immaculate, and mechanically there are just a couple of things I would need to take care of after buying. (See complete list of issues below.)
My big hesitation is some rust above the windshield on the driver's side. It's been covered by touch-up paint, so I can't photograph it properly. The only way I noticed it was running my fingers across the body, where I noticed a change in the feeling of the finish. The paint has a slightly rough, textured feeling adjacent to the windshield seal. The rough textured patch is about 12 inches long, runs parallel to the windshield, and is maybe half an inch high. I should say I'm assuming this is rust covered by touch-up paint, but without using a grinder, I really have no idea.
Any thoughts on whether this is truck worth buying and spending a few dollars to fix up? Ideally I'd like to limit my expenses in the first month after buying to about $2K.
Other things my mechanic noticed during a PPI: the truck has the exhaust manifold issues that causes the clicking noise until fully warmed up, and the front wheel bearings either need to be adjusted or replaced.
2000 Land Cruiser - what's it worth
So I've only had my Land Cruiser for a few months I'm looking to do something different. I'm having a hard time finding anything close to it within 500 miles of Kansas City to even compare it to. Below is what I was able to pull from KBB and NADA and the figures are all over the place.
It was a 1 owner purchased from an Infiniti dealership about 5 months ago with just over 103k miles on it, white, DVD, and remote start. Overall it is in great condition with a clean carfax and a few maintenance items recently taken care of including new serpentine belt, sway bar bushings, and front wheel bearings repacked. Timing belt was replaced by the previous owner at around 60k miles. Interior is in really good shape with minimal staining and no tears in any of the leather and in fact shows very little sign of wear.
KBB Private party- $16.2 in Excellent to $14.1 in fair
KBB Trade is $13.6 in very good and $13.1 in good
NADA – Clean trade in of $12,625 and $15,675 retail
Any suggestions in regards to what I should expect to get out of it would be greatly appreciated. A to some pictures included below.
https://picasaweb.google.com/107496...oyotaLandCruiser02?authuser=0&feat=directlink
So I've only had my Land Cruiser for a few months I'm looking to do something different. I'm having a hard time finding anything close to it within 500 miles of Kansas City to even compare it to. Below is what I was able to pull from KBB and NADA and the figures are all over the place.
It was a 1 owner purchased from an Infiniti dealership about 5 months ago with just over 103k miles on it, white, DVD, and remote start. Overall it is in great condition with a clean carfax and a few maintenance items recently taken care of including new serpentine belt, sway bar bushings, and front wheel bearings repacked. Timing belt was replaced by the previous owner at around 60k miles. Interior is in really good shape with minimal staining and no tears in any of the leather and in fact shows very little sign of wear.
KBB Private party- $16.2 in Excellent to $14.1 in fair
KBB Trade is $13.6 in very good and $13.1 in good
NADA – Clean trade in of $12,625 and $15,675 retail
Any suggestions in regards to what I should expect to get out of it would be greatly appreciated. A to some pictures included below.
https://picasaweb.google.com/107496...oyotaLandCruiser02?authuser=0&feat=directlink
ClankBang
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How about 10.5k for a 2001 Cruiser with 173k very nice inside and out..
Did I do good...
She feels so luxurious.
Did I do good...
She feels so luxurious.
jemsec
Mach lll Club
Would have to say you did very well.
Double cab Tacoma to 100 series? Opinions needed
I currently own a 2003 dcab tacoma and it has done everything I have asked of it very well. I literally have 0 complaints. For some reason I cannot get land cruiser out of my head. I look/lust over mainly 100 series but also 80 series as a close second. The way these dcab taco as are holding their value I can get into a pretty nice 100 series but like I said I also really love my truck. It is set up pretty nicely(coil overs,dakars, 255/85's, arb front,custom rear bumper, softopper) but I still find myself really wanting a LC. Is the grass greener on the other side?
I currently own a 2003 dcab tacoma and it has done everything I have asked of it very well. I literally have 0 complaints. For some reason I cannot get land cruiser out of my head. I look/lust over mainly 100 series but also 80 series as a close second. The way these dcab taco as are holding their value I can get into a pretty nice 100 series but like I said I also really love my truck. It is set up pretty nicely(coil overs,dakars, 255/85's, arb front,custom rear bumper, softopper) but I still find myself really wanting a LC. Is the grass greener on the other side?
I love my 100. Perhaps you will be happy if you switch. But, you may find the lack of available after market parts with a premium price, overall larger size and limited lift disappointing.
Any way you can get some first hand experience with a 100 that is modded to see if you would like the improvements? Friend, some one close to you, a trail ride along, etc...
Sounds like you love what you got. I would hate to say make the switch and then regret it.
Any way you can get some first hand experience with a 100 that is modded to see if you would like the improvements? Friend, some one close to you, a trail ride along, etc...
Sounds like you love what you got. I would hate to say make the switch and then regret it.
As of now nobody I know has a 100 series. My dad may be getting one this week. If he does all of my wondering will be put to rest. I'll borrow his for a week and see which I prefer. I do love my truck and I always thought a dcab tacoma was my dream vehicle but ever since I bought it I've always had a LC in my head.
I have owned a built 3rd gen 4runner and absolutely loved it. No need for a truck(but it's nice to have) so a LC wouldn't be bad. How many mpg would I be looking at with a built 100 series? Ie 2-3" lift with 33's, front/rear bumper.
I have owned a built 3rd gen 4runner and absolutely loved it. No need for a truck(but it's nice to have) so a LC wouldn't be bad. How many mpg would I be looking at with a built 100 series? Ie 2-3" lift with 33's, front/rear bumper.
jonharis
Adventure Imports
For serious wheeling the 100 wont hold up to the standards that you are used to with the Taco and 4Runner. Its a much larger, lower beast. If cargo/passenger space, distance comfort, quality fit and finish, and performance on all but difficult or tight terrain are key than you have a truck to consider.
Most of us with built trucks get 8-12mpg average with good highway mileage up to 15-17 if you are nice to it.
Most of us with built trucks get 8-12mpg average with good highway mileage up to 15-17 if you are nice to it.
average MPG's are all over the board. Once I started building mine, I just ignored it. If it seems way off then I will monitor it better.
Like I said, I love my 100. The ride is way nicer then any Tacoma I ever had. But, there are pros and cons to each.
I still find myself lusting over a well built crew cab Tundra... and others. But my 100 is my baby.
I am sure if you let us know where you are, there will be someone near that is going for a ride. Tag along and see what you think.
Like I said, I love my 100. The ride is way nicer then any Tacoma I ever had. But, there are pros and cons to each.
I still find myself lusting over a well built crew cab Tundra... and others. But my 100 is my baby.
I am sure if you let us know where you are, there will be someone near that is going for a ride. Tag along and see what you think.
That's what I'm afraid of. I typically wheel with wranglers and the trails get tight. I don't need more passenger or cargo space. It's typically only me my gf and my dog at best. More times than noept it's just me commuting to school or work. I do go wheelimg(not as often as id like probably once a month but the terrain does get tight. That mpg isn't terrible but I typically see 17 or so average so that is a decent hit.
In that case keep the tacoma. Those fetch a premium here. Last 03 i saw sold for 18k. Mint with 87k miles,4x4.
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I sold my built taco to by our 100 series. For me it's wife and 2 kids and lots of stuff... and the Taco was just too tight. Breaking point was a long road trip, getting terrible mileage with a bike and box on top of the topper, and not being able to toss a jacket over the back seat.. I guess we're just a wagon family. The wheeling we do anymore we could do in a Taco or 100, in fact I later sold my built 80 because I just never took it out where the 100 couldn't also go.
100 series is a really nice ride, best of the bunch that I've had. Tacos are cool too for what they are. so are 80's, 60's, 4runners.. I've owned every one of them. Point is, the grass really isn't greener, it's all about what fits your lifestyle at the time. Don't be afraid to sell one to get another, it generally won't be a bad move. OTOH, don't be afraid to just run what you have for a while, because that's likely not that bad of a move either.
100 series is a really nice ride, best of the bunch that I've had. Tacos are cool too for what they are. so are 80's, 60's, 4runners.. I've owned every one of them. Point is, the grass really isn't greener, it's all about what fits your lifestyle at the time. Don't be afraid to sell one to get another, it generally won't be a bad move. OTOH, don't be afraid to just run what you have for a while, because that's likely not that bad of a move either.
inkpot
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Figure out where/how you want to wheel and how far you want to build it up. 100 is much more limited than an 80 on lift and tire size. 4 door Wrangler is about the same size as an 80. If you want to fit on trails with short wheel base, then you should also consider the FJ Cruiser.
6 inches wider, worse mileage, more expensive to build, no pickup bed. If those things matter to you, keep the tacoma. I've been on trails where the 100 couldn't afford to be an inch wider. They aren't the trails I want to do, bu you don't want to have to turn around when the going gets tough either.
Keep the Taco.
