EDIT: BOUGHT and Enjoying***Prospective 200 owner, What would you do? (1 Viewer)

[Madtiger]

For $60k+ to $80k+ I'm starting with a brand new LC250 or GX550 Overtrail +. But that's just me.

Sure. I used to hold your opinion but then I saw the reviews. Both of those new SUVs are IMO way overpriced. It almost makes LC200 a bargain.

The GX550 is noisier on Highway, smaller interior, not that much better on fuel economy, far less reliable powertrain, constant safety beeping/nanny, cheap interior bits, 2nd row sucks, wallowing on highway, and (my opinion) looks too over-designed.

LC250? Even worst in noise and cheap crap interior.

 

[das100]

I went the higher mile route, and certified.

I was looking for about 2 months, not really considering HE's...I was dead set on white on terra, I just really wasn't finding anything decent under 80 at the time and I was looking at the 40k mark. I ended up in a black 20' HE with 60k miles on it. The more I thought about it...even if I just wanted heritage wheels, just buy the real thing. I think the answer to your question specifically is just going to come down to the right deal on the truck thats available that fits your wants.

Sharing this because I think it may be better to be open minded if you can do either, and just buy the one that feels like its best. I ended up driving from DC Charlotte to pick it up, drove it home...smooth as a whistle. This was in April and I paid I think 72 for the car, 60k miles cpod.

 

[ToothDr]

Why avoid an HE if stock and price and mileage are good?

Because they are never reasonably priced.

This. Too much money for extra fluff.

 

[M1911]

The GX550 is noisier on Highway, smaller interior, not that much better on fuel economy,

Unfortunately, the V35A requires premium whereas the 5.7 requires regular. I did the math and the annual fuel cost between the two was basically identical, due the extra cost of premium.

 

[rexington14]

Sure. I used to hold your opinion but then I saw the reviews. Both of those new SUVs are IMO way overpriced. It almost makes LC200 a bargain.

The GX550 is noisier on Highway, smaller interior, not that much better on fuel economy, far less reliable powertrain, constant safety beeping/nanny, cheap interior bits, 2nd row sucks, wallowing on highway, and (my opinion) looks too over-designed.

LC250? Even worst in noise and cheap crap interior.

Hmm, all of the reviews I've seen (including from owners here on this forum) have been quite positive (for both models).

Anyways, I'm not really here to bash the LC200. There's not much to bash. I'd be happy to own one -- in a few more years and at a significantly lower price of entry.

 

[Madtiger]

Hmm, all of the reviews I've seen (including from owners here on this forum) have been quite positive (for both models).

Anyways, I'm not really here to bash the LC200. There's not much to bash. I'd be happy to own one -- in a few more years and at a significantly lower price of entry.

 

[Madtiger]

Unfortunately, the V35A requires premium whereas the 5.7 requires regular. I did the math and the annual fuel cost between the two was basically identical, due the extra cost of premium.

Very good point.

 

[dudemancool1904]

finishing the paperwork on this truck as we speak
2019 black on black
61k miles
2 owner Las Vegas truck
Clean carfax
Toyota gold certified and 8 yr extended warranty.
Got them down to $65k
I am gonna try to head over to Mare Island for Rigs/Rodeo and talk to the guys from Stellar Built.

 

[Specialeyes]

finishing the paperwork on this truck as we speak
2019 black on black
61k miles
2 owner Las Vegas truck
Clean carfax
Toyota gold certified and 8 yr extended warranty.
Got them down to $65k
I am gonna try to head over to Mare Island for Rigs/Rodeo and talk to the guys from Stellar Built.

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That’s a great buy at $65k! Congrats!

 

[Madtiger]

finishing the paperwork on this truck as we speak
2019 black on black
61k miles
2 owner Las Vegas truck
Clean carfax
Toyota gold certified and 8 yr extended warranty.
Got them down to $65k
I am gonna try to head over to Mare Island for Rigs/Rodeo and talk to the guys from Stellar Built.

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2019 is best year IMHO. Not that I am bias.

 

[M1911]

Very good point.

Here is my math.

Assume 10,000 miles per year. 200 gets 14.5 mpg and GX 55 gets 17 mpg. Close to me, regular is $3.57 and premium is $4.31.

200: 10,000 / 14.5 = 690 gallons @ 3.57/gal = $2,462 per year
GX 55: 10,000 / 17 = 588 gallons @ 4.31/gal = $2,535 per year

And call me a hypocrite after everything I’ve said about the spindle grille, but I don’t hate it on the LX. I sure wish it didn’t wreck the approach angle so badly, though.

 

[Madtiger]

Here is my math.

Assume 10,000 miles per year. 200 gets 14.5 mpg and GX 55 gets 17 mpg. Close to me, regular is $3.57 and premium is $4.31.

200: 10,000 / 14.5 = 690 gallons @ 3.57/gal = $2,462 per year
GX 55: 10,000 / 17 = 588 gallons @ 4.31/gal = $2,535 per year

And call me a hypocrite after everything I’ve said about the spindle grille, but I don’t hate it on the LX. I sure wish it didn’t wreck the approach angle so badly, though.

For me, I LOVE the LX570 2016+ looks. The rear end is to die for.

 

[TeCKis300]

Unfortunately, the V35A requires premium whereas the 5.7 requires regular. I did the math and the annual fuel cost between the two was basically identical, due the extra cost of premium.

In regards to octane, I know there's lots of noise on this topic. As a an engineer and previous engine tuner, I would appeal to you it isn't about the physical motor so much as it is about the engine calibration. The LX model requires premium. As stated in the manual. Especially if you're putting her to work, it's quite important to run the required octane to avoid low level knock that can be damaging over time.

While some applications of the V35A requires premium, there are certain models that Toyota calibrates to different octanes. The new Tundra is an example where they tune for 87 octane. I believe the new GX550 is only recommends premium so it's okay to use regular.

The LX570 requires premium.

 

[Madtiger]

Hmm, all of the reviews I've seen (including from owners here on this forum) have been quite positive (for both models).

Anyways, I'm not really here to bash the LC200. There's not much to bash. I'd be happy to own one -- in a few more years and at a significantly lower price of entry.

 

[rexington14]

This dude again?!?

 

[ElJayBird]

Here is my math.

Assume 10,000 miles per year. 200 gets 14.5 mpg and GX 55 gets 17 mpg. Close to me, regular is $3.57 and premium is $4.31.

200: 10,000 / 14.5 = 690 gallons @ 3.57/gal = $2,462 per year
GX 55: 10,000 / 17 = 588 gallons @ 4.31/gal = $2,535 per year

And call me a hypocrite after everything I’ve said about the spindle grille, but I don’t hate it on the LX. I sure wish it didn’t wreck the approach angle so badly, though.

I feel like if fuel costs are even a concern for someone then they really shouldn’t be looking at a Land Cruiser - or really any truck or large SUV for that matter. They all suck in the fuel economy area.

I bought my LC because every time I drive it I grin ear to ear, even after like 7 years of ownership. 150k miles, countless trails and backroads and still as solid as the day I bought it. Thing just feels like a tank of a vehicle and surprisingly nimble and mild mannered on the highway.

I’d been considering swapping for a Tundra so I could do a camper build but the thought of it literally gives me so much anxiety that I lose sleep. Not even kidding.

 

[rexington14]

 

[enjoitheride]

I don’t even know what’s a good deal on these. I paid 55k for my 2017 with 79k miles all dealer maintained. Terra interior, monitors, which I would have been fine not having. These trucks seem to be all over. I didn’t want to pay a fortune, and high miles doesn’t scare me.

 

[bloc]

The LX570 requires premium.

Allegedly.

Hundreds of thousands of miles (millions?) collectively on LX570s here running RUG without so much as a hint of related problems.

Or I guess we could get into the definition of "require."

 

[TeCKis300]

Allegedly.

Hundreds of thousands of miles (millions?) collectively on LX570s here running RUG without so much as a hint of related problems.

Or I guess we could get into the definition of "require."

Not meant to be offensive. But you're willing to wager other people's vehicles, with nothing more than your layman opinion? I appreciate your enthusiasm and contributions but you have no formal knowledge here.

There's examples now of LXs replacing catalytic converters. There's potential causal reasons most don't understand or appreciate.

Casual commuting and putting these vehicles to work are two different things and most do nothing more than the former and might think they can get away with regular grade fuel.

But let's hear more opinions from those that don't even own an LX?