Considering buying a very well maintained 1999 with 425k miles...Too many for a daily?

[Roadie28]

Recently found a 1999 with 425k miles for sale. Entire book full of over 10 years of maintenance records. Including new timing, water pump, radiator, AC compressor, water pump and suspension done last month.

Absolutely zero rust as it's a TX car. Very clean inside and out. I know it's a Land Cruiser, but would it be stupid to purchase this for a daily driver? I'm very handy when it comes to working on cars. I also work remote, so I total roughly 5-10k miles per year at most. It would not be our only car, but it would be my primary. They're asking $4,950.

 

[iwashmycar]

If its as clean as it sounds that sounds like a decent deal at just 5K.

 

[Trapper50cal]

I would wonder why it's up for sale after so much recent work...they're basically asking what they spent last month on it.
My mind would go to what they found that made them put it on the market right after dropping bank on it.

It would be a good idea to check the compression numbers and at least inspect the steering rack, CV's and other
big ticket items before pulling the trigger.

 

[Bisho]

I care less about the miles than the condition. Sounds like a good deal to me.

 

[excessive]

the 2uz is not known as the "million mile motor" for nothing.
that said, as long as the transmission has been serviced regularly, the 100 series will just keep on going...

 

[Mike NXP]

A rolling rust free 100 series for $5k or less is worth it nowadays.

The lack of rust is a huge deal. Don't even waste time kicking the tires, go check it out , start it , run it, buy it before someone else does .

Got any pics or other details worth sharing? The recent major service work followed by a sale is a little bit of a red flag but not enough to run away from

 

[Roadie28]

I would wonder why it's up for sale after so much recent work...they're basically asking what they spent last month on it.
My mind would go to what they found that made them put it on the market right after dropping bank on it.

It would be a good idea to check the compression numbers and at least inspect the steering rack, CV's and other
big ticket items before pulling the trigger.

He sent me more pictures. The reason it's so cheap is probably because the roof has been cutout, and replaced with plexiglass...Will probably have to pass on that due to structural issues.

 

[Mike NXP]

He sent me more pictures. The reason it's so cheap is probably because the roof has been cutout, and replaced with plexiglass...Will probably have to pass on that due to structural issues.

Whaaaa extreme custom moon roof for your sky viewing pleasure....Structural support is for suckers and now you're already halfway to building a pop top camper setup

Let's see some pics of this beauty

 

[Super77]

He sent me more pictures. The reason it's so cheap is probably because the roof has been cutout, and replaced with plexiglass...Will probably have to pass on that due to structural issues.

How do you even … never mind.

Sounds like the mileage is the least of your red flags.

 

[GTV]

He sent me more pictures. The reason it's so cheap is probably because the roof has been cutout, and replaced with plexiglass...Will probably have to pass on that due to structural issues.

Oh yeah I saw that one on FB. Awesome candidate for a camp roof conversion.

I wouldn't recommend anyone who isn't DIY to purchase a high mileage rig but since you're not in that category I say go for it.

 

[anthonydiaz85]

He sent me more pictures. The reason it's so cheap is probably because the roof has been cutout, and replaced with plexiglass...Will probably have to pass on that due to structural issues.

Holy sh!t. That’s wild. Post pic if you have some. That’s a giant modification. Hard to believe the owner stopped there. I’d say be really careful.

 

[ace10]

Pics, or it didn't happen