J200 to J100; Sort of (2 Viewers)

[Leotno]

Hello!

Im new here! I just wanted to post to say hello and show everyone what I just picked up this past week.
Background: I have a 2018 LX570 with only 40k miles that I let my older parents drive when they need. I also have a 2002 4Runner because in 2017 I was like all "Im going to offload and be cool and look cool". Well that didn't happen but I still have the 4Runner with almost 300k miles. Still runs well.

Last week I was bored and saw a 1999 LX470 for sale for $8k and was headed to pick it up but it was a Sunday. Not knowing too much of the 100 series other than what's common knowledge. I went down a rabbit hole of info and researched and realized I wanted a 06-07 with the VVTI. I was just casually looking online and saw a listing for a 06 with 126k miles.

It was traded in on a Saturday and I was signing the papers for it Monday.
It was a lot more than I was planning to pay but there were multiple people in line to buy. Which made me want it more and I have a good relationship with my dealer so I got dibs.
So far I have no idea what my plans are for it. Ideally i'd like to keep low mileage and dont need an off-roader since I have the 4Runner and a F-150 Raptor. Right now my daily is an X5 so I have no idea what to do with this thing.

 

[BullElk]

so I have no idea what to do with this thing

Very nice copy. In that I have one identical other than the more odometer experience, I have a great idea of what "to do"......Sell all of the other rolling peasants and drive the LX beast every where you go. Two things happen, you will highly enjoy such a practical life living vehicle with no regret and the oxidation and dry seals that occur from not driving, you will regret.

 

[OEMGUY0720]

Keep it stock or start a build based on your needs and wants, either way you have a GREAT platform. Click my sig and you’ll see mine was yours when it was stock and now my build is still “in the works” not in a rush I cherry pick stuff I put in mine.

 

[Leotno]

Keep it stock or start a build based on your needs and wants, either way you have a GREAT platform. Click my sig and you’ll see mine was yours when it was stock and now my build is still “in the works” not in a rush I cherry pick stuff I put in mine.

For now I'm leaning towards keeping it stock. I'll run the 4Runner hard first before even messing with this beast. Your build looks awesome!

Very nice copy. In that I have one identical other than the more odometer experience, I have a great idea of what "to do"......Sell all of the other rolling peasants and drive the LX beast every where you go. Two things happen, you will highly enjoy such a practical life living vehicle with no regret and the oxidation and dry seals that occur from not driving, you will regret.

I thought of it but part of me cannot let go of the X5, 0-60 in 4 seconds. (Actually the X5 already has a replacement next year, a J250)
Cant let go of the 4Runner because I mean, it's a tank in itself. Def not letting go of my LX570. Maybe the Ford I can get rid of but I use it to haul for work.
Yeah, I realize I have a problem lol.

 

[OwnerCS]

Congratulations! That is a rare find. If it were in Arkansas, the price would be $25,000.

 

[baltistyle]

Congratulations! That is a rare find. If it were in Arkansas, the price would be $25,000.

I bet it was close….

Op, care to disclose?

My 06 cost 13 with 233 in ‘20/21. Not one spec of rust…

 

[OwnerCS]

Hello!

Im new here! I just wanted to post to say hello and show everyone what I just picked up this past week.
Background: I have a 2018 LX570 with only 40k miles that I let my older parents drive when they need. I also have a 2002 4Runner because in 2017 I was like all "Im going to offload and be cool and look cool". Well that didn't happen but I still have the 4Runner with almost 300k miles. Still runs well.

Last week I was bored and saw a 1999 LX470 for sale for $8k and was headed to pick it up but it was a Sunday. Not knowing too much of the 100 series other than what's common knowledge. I went down a rabbit hole of info and researched and realized I wanted a 06-07 with the VVTI. I was just casually looking online and saw a listing for a 06 with 126k miles.

It was traded in on a Saturday and I was signing the papers for it Monday.
It was a lot more than I was planning to pay but there were multiple people in line to buy. Which made me want it more and I have a good relationship with my dealer so I got dibs.
So far I have no idea what my plans are for it. Ideally i'd like to keep low mileage and dont need an off-roader since I have the 4Runner and a F-150 Raptor. Right now my daily is an X5 so I have no idea what to do with this thing.

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An LX makes a fantastic trail rig.

Door card insulation.

Additonal Door Seals

Speakers are in plastic box enclosures to keep the speakers dry if the doors take on water.

 

[Mike NXP]

That's a great looking vehicle , keep it stock and enjoy it...I can't help but be sorta depressed at how I paid the same for a rig with 250k miles...don't lie , you meant to type $18,000* wait are you saying you saw a 99 for 8k but then found this 06??

 

[Leotno]

I bet it was close….

Op, care to disclose?

My 06 cost 13 with 233 in ‘20/21. Not one spec of rust…

Correct it was 25.

That's a great looking vehicle , keep it stock and enjoy it...I can't help but be sorta depressed at how I paid the same for a rig with 250k miles...don't lie , you meant to type $18,000* wait are you saying you saw a 99 for 8k but then found this 06??

Oh no I meant the 99 was for 8k and in a rough shape but upon looking around more I found this 06. It was 25,000.

 

[baltistyle]

Thanks for sharing. We all keep track and this helps us to live in reality. Much appreciated.