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sonk76 said:
Looks like that one sold already... so I'm left with wondering what folks think about the CPO deal that might still be possible. Based on the comparison, the $37.5 for the CPO LX feels high, but would be interested in hearing what folks think would be the "right" price (I know it depends on condition, but at least a ball park would be very helpful!)

Thanks.
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Sounds high given the age, although miles are low. It would have to be in pristine shape for me and I would be buying as a daily driver and not plan on doing any mods. If your plan is to mod, it is too much IMO. That said, start in the low 30K range. Good luck.
 
Newbie's "In Search Of"

Hey Everyone,
Been lurking for a while but I finally took the plunge and signed up. Now all I need is a Cruiser. They rarely come up for sale here in West Tennessee.

Saw this one on ebay...emailed dealership in Florida and asked the service rep if the timing belt had been changed and if there were any recurring problems with the vehicle. He emailed me back and said that the belt had been changed, the previous owner had it faithfully maintained but because of privacy laws could give me no more information. I like the color and the absence of the nav system.
Toyota : Land Cruiser:eBay Motors (item 130338011223 end time Oct-24-09 10:09:46 PDT)

This one seems to keep coming up but I am unsure about the dealership. Love the blue, newer, certified, seems to have a good price.
Ira Motor Group: New Car, Used Cars; Auto Dealers, Sales, Service; Boston, Massachusetts, New Hampshire

Any thoughts would be appreciated.
 
$37.5K for an 05 LX is a bit high, but finding good LC/LXs on the dealer lots is not easy. They seem to be in short supply and get purchased quickly also. Prices are up from last year (mine is worth more than last year even with all the miles I have added). The dealer will likely take $35 if it has been on the lot for several weeks, and more so as they get to the end of the month.

If it is in superb shape with all the maintenance records and fits your needs, then even $37K would be a fair price. You have 3 years/61K miles of bumper to bumper warranty with road service, plus special financing. Lexus dealers are typically straight forward in dealing and do not mind your researching the repair records, etc. You can ask for a copy of the CPO paper work to see what repairs they did. Talk with the service techs who worked on it. I have found the Lexus people to be quite cooperative.


Fireguy: the 100 is very different from the 4R and is also much better for a family vehicle. More room, better ride, safer, better built. The 4R is a great sporty SUV, but the 100 is a solid secure vehicle for all manner of conditions. Gas mileage was slightly better with my 4R, but the 100 is an all around world class SUV. Without the family, the 4R is attractive. With a family, the 100 hands down.
 
He's over bluebook, and it needs a service? offer him 13K for it cause it needs the service. He (dealer or private) probably will say no way. let it go for a week and offer it to him again. Remind him it needs service and it'll cost 800-1200 bucks, he might reconsider your offer.
 
Sounds like it would be worth it to you. If its a true gem and more of what you want. I,ve got well under 11 in the 100 I bought a couple of months ago. Still need new tires though. So, after purchase and replace shocks, repair cv boot lead and new tires I'll be right over 11k for a 2000 with 120,000 miles.

Mine came out of Knoxville. If I had found what you have with the low miles and the locker I'd seriously consider paying a little more. Not saying I'd sell mine for it but if I was looking........
 
2002 Land Cruiser Question

Hi Everyone,

I went to a dealer yesterday to check out a 2002 Land Cruiser, Natural White without the two tone. I have never seen a non two-tone Series 100 before so I was wondering if Toyota for that year ever made such color option.

I noticed the following, the upper had some what of a pearl white finish, the bottom half had the flat white. Furthermore, I noticed on both sides of the rocker panel just right above the running board, the white paint looked as if it had major orange peel running the entire length, my thinking was that it could have been from Toyota with the intended purpose of additional protection from paint chip (was my assessment correct?)

My concern was that this vehicle may have been repainted, involved in an accident, although the Carfax did not indicate any major accident.

Could someone confirm this paint scheme or was it simply repainted by the previous owners?

Furthermore, the rig has about 92k miles, timing belt hasn't been done. Interior in excellent shape, new Falken tires, has slight vibration at about 65mph. Dealer asking $19,900.

I just want to make sure that I am getting a fair vehicle for the price. Your inputs are always appreciated.

Thanks,

Tim
 
You are correct on the major orange peel being a purposeful thing...my 02 has it...I didn't notice it when I bought it and was showing the LC to 2 friends...one pointed it out, I nearly freaked, the other (who is a lifelong car business guy) had a good laugh and explained that it is factory, for the exact purpose you mentioned.

As far as the overall paint scheme, I don't know. Carfax only goes so far in catching previous accidents (this I know from my wonderful time in the car biz). I'm thinking you may want to find a reputable shop to give it an A-to-Z before you pull the trigger.

And they're way high on the price, BTW. I only paid slightly more than that for a 55,000 mile 02 a little over a year ago (from a private owner).
 
05-07 lx470

looking to get into a newer lower milage LX in the years 05-07. I want to know what years have what added features. like the bumped up hp?
 
This will probably get moved to the sticky, but I can tell you 2006 is the major year for the LC to add the VVTi engine and AHC. Mine also has NAV and BT.

Not sure about the LX and Slee's website (through the FAQ newbie guide) only goes up to 2005.
 
I picked up a 98 w/ 140k for $8300. Needs leather work on the front seats but other than that it's in great shape, one owner, garage kept, service records. I must have looked at 10+ cruisers before I found this one. It seems that all the cheaper ones had over 170k on them. The LC is the hardest find a good deal on, there just isn't that many out there compared to other Toyota models.
 
I am looking at two different vehicles. an 02 LC with 76000 - well taken care of - guy wants 18000. Also a 2000 LX 470 with 102000 and the guy wants 12000. Wondering what I should ask or look for. Never had an LC before, but lots of Jeeps, Suburbans, etc.
 
98 crusier advice

I am looking at a 98 with 77K it is very clean. The wife drove it and she really likes it. It is at a Toyota dealer and they are asking 15,900.

I am a little apprehensive about trading a 2007 vehicle in for a 11 year old LC. This will be used as a DD for the wife.


I just want to know if there is anything I should look for on this year and what would be a fair price.

Thanks
 
2002 LC 53k miles

Hey all, i am currently looking at a 2002 LC it has 53k miles on it and is being sold by a toyota dealer which is where it was originaly sold from. they are asking 23,998$ is this good bad, in the middle?

I am kind of torn i am also looking at a 2006 4runner with 65k for 17k with leather. I have had plenty of 4runners and pickups though really want a LC , for there durability, i really enjoy driving a car for a long time, basically till it has to be towed to scrapyard......

thanks for any opinions / insight - Todd
 
toeLean said:
Hey all, i am currently looking at a 2002 LC it has 53k miles on it and is being sold by a toyota dealer which is where it was originaly sold from. they are asking 23,998$ is this good bad, in the middle?

I am kind of torn i am also looking at a 2006 4runner with 65k for 17k with leather. I have had plenty of 4runners and pickups though really want a LC , for there durability, i really enjoy driving a car for a long time, basically till it has to be towed to scrapyard......

thanks for any opinions / insight - Todd
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2002 offer very little to nothing over the previous years. Hold out for a 2003+ you will not be disapointed. 5 speed is great, more room with new dash, nav, and the big one rear and side air bags become an option.
 
x2. If you can afford it, I'd hold out for an '03+ as well. The much lower 1st gear would be much appreciated. The only reason why I'm not trading up to one is the headache of swapping all my parts over.

Just wanted to add a comment about side curtain airbags... they are std on '03 LX, opt on '03 LC. Correct me if I'm wrong but I don't think any 100 has rear airbags (in the doors/seats).
 
I am looking at a '99 and have a question I cannot find an answer to . Can I ad factory nav to it?

It also has 150k on it, but in superb condition.

$12,500 plus flight and fuel for 1,200 miles

Shane
 
I am looking at a '99 with 200,000k on the clock.

I am looking for first hand knowledge of what to expect of such a truck with this mileage.

I am in the process to find out service history but scared sh!tless of a 200k vehicle.

Any history of failure that I would need to know?

Since I am pimping out leather and other items for the later models I have been trying to find one for a driver. The leather is junk but it would be replaced and have heated seats installed.

Best,

Shane
 
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