looking for a 100 series for friend

[2fpower]

Like the title says. Looking for a 100 series with about 100k on the clock for Rob (my neighbor that came to the meeting). lockers would be great, otherwise just want it in nice daily driver condition.

Thanks for any advice.

 

[trainrech]

Craigslist and autotrader are your best resources. Shannon and I kept an eye out and stumbled upon the one we bought. The timing was perfect, as on the Wednesday I went to look at it they had a deal in hand with questionable financing. Financing fell through so Shannon and I went there Thursday and drove it and made an offer. The other buyer came back on Friday with sound financing while we were finishing up the paperwork.

There have been quite a few 100's with 120 - 130k lately. All are in the $12,500 - 14,000 range.

 

[mandinga]

This is hands down the best 100 series on Craigslist Kansas City right now, however the price is a little bit inflated.

*I do not support the statement "BEST LANDCRUISER in the WORLD" It's a nice one though.

http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/3626926324.html

 

[2fpower]

Wow, that is purdy! Price seems more than a little inflated.

 

[mandinga]

http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/vehicledetails.xhtml?zip=66062&endYear=2014&listingType=used&listingTypes=used&sellerTypes=b&mmt=[TOYOTA[T100[]LC[]PICKUP[]][]]&modelCode1=T100&makeCode2=TOYOTA&modelCode2=LC&showcaseOwnerId=72816&makeCode1=TOYOTA&modelCode3=PICKUP&startYear=1981&makeCode3=TOYOTA&searchRadius=25&listingId=340055520&Log=0

Found another, it's low mileage and appears to be very clean. The price is reasonable.

 

[1MAC]

http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/vehicledetails.xhtml?zip=66062&endYear=2014&listingType=used&listingTypes=used&sellerTypes=b&mmt=[TOYOTA[T100[]LC[]PICKUP[]][]]&modelCode1=T100&makeCode2=TOYOTA&modelCode2=LC&showcaseOwnerId=72816&makeCode1=TOYOTA&modelCode3=PICKUP&startYear=1981&makeCode3=TOYOTA&searchRadius=25&listingId=340055520&Log=0

Found another, it's low mileage and appears to be very clean. The price is reasonable.

Beware, that dealer's on 39th street in Midtown KC. I would definitely take them up on the "free CarFax" offer on their listing.

 

[2fpower]

Good point; however carfax and dealer id service check is always a must for me.

Found one on ebay/
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Lexu...8352550?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item460d26ba26

 

[mandinga]

Of course, and that's a very nice truck.

 

[weejub]

http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/3648020882.html

Love that color.

 

[weejub]

Rob may be set on a 100, but the GX is a great ride and I love the head room (more than 100), back seat leg room (also more), but it lacks cargo space of the 100.

Edit - by owner:
http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/3605802104.html

 

[mandinga]

This is in Tulsa, for some reason I really like it and it seems to be a good deal.

http://tulsa.craigslist.org/cto/3593605013.html

 

[2fpower]

We reading to stay away from the 98 and 99. Seems that they redesigned the front or something.

 

[Robkc]

Wow, A thread just for me. You guys are too kind!

I've been trying to glean some knowledge from the 100 series tech threads. Seems there was a front pinion redesign in 2000 that is supposed to be more durable.

This will be my DD driver as well as a tow rig so looking for something not too abused.

I noticed that the Lexus versions have a few more dodads like Adaptive Height Control, often Nav, and heated 2nd row, etc. I probably haven't dug deep enough in Tech section yet but anyone know of durability problems with these extras?

I got a chance to go out and drive some of the local links above today. Not sure if I've found the one yet but getting a better feel for what to expect on these machines.

Thanks for keeping an eye out for possibilities.

Rob

 

[Robkc]

Rob may be set on a 100, but the GX is a great ride and I love the head room (more than 100), back seat leg room (also more), but it lacks cargo space of the 100.

Edit - by owner:
http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/3605802104.html

Actually really want a 200 but will probably settle for something else until they get a little more reasonably priced in a couple years.

 

[mandinga]

There was a 200 in colorado springs with a few bolt-on's for about 40k I know that's well north of what 100's are going for. I'll try to find the link...

 

[Robkc]

http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/3648020882.html

Love that color.

This one seemed a little more tired than others I drove so far. Got a little bit of suck back on paper over exhaust so it might of got too hot when coolant was dumped on the road before new radiator and such a year ago. No sticker for TB and Serpentine looked pretty bad. Definitely motivated seller though.

 

[mandinga]

2f did your amigo ever pick up a hundy?

 

[2fpower]

not yet. They got his old bag of bolts running again (chevy), so he is taking his time to find the right one. If anyone hears of one, pass it on.

Cheers.

 

[ASI H8]

http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/vehicledetails.xhtml?zip=66062&endYear=2014&listingType=used&listingTypes=used&sellerTypes=b&mmt=[TOYOTA[T100[]LC[]PICKUP[]][]]&modelCode1=T100&makeCode2=TOYOTA&modelCode2=LC&showcaseOwnerId=72816&makeCode1=TOYOTA&modelCode3=PICKUP&startYear=1981&makeCode3=TOYOTA&searchRadius=25&listingId=340055520&Log=0

Found another, it's low mileage and appears to be very clean. The price is reasonable.

And double check the VIN on the carfax with the many locations on the rig.

 

[Robkc]

Well after several months of kicking tires I was sure I wanted the additional space a Sequoia provided for hauling family (not my own kids but always taking siblings, nieces and nephews or friends on adventures). In addition I do a lot of home improvement, remodeling type projects so being able to securely haul lots of tools, supplies and a trailer were big on my list.

However with all that looking I finally realized after folding down all the seats so many times and envisioning it loaded up with tools, plywood, sheetrock and such, I wound up with a really nice tow rig instead. I've been on too many trips since my purchase to grab a photo so your teaser/enticement to sign up for SMORR is it will be hauling 2fpower's FOO down there.

Thank you all for your effort to help me find a decent DD. Now that I have that base covered I can step down that need and start looking for an 80 or 40 to have some fun with.