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El Cid

El Cid

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Wanted to pose a thread to the posters here who own MULTIPLE LC's.

I'm contemplating buying a second LC and I wanted to hear what others decision criteria was for buying a second LC. My first LC satisfied two things I wanted in a vehicle:
1- reliability
2- space.

I like that I can own it for a while and it's paid off on long trips, reliability and utility. It made me kick myself for not buying one sooner. There are other benefits as well, but I'm enjoying owning this one and might want to spread the wealth. I'm getting better at finding serviceable land cruisers around 100k in mileage and I wouldn't mind owning a second ..

So for those that own more than one, what drove your decision to purchase a second LC?
 
I had three at one point, but didn't have the time or money to care for all of them. Thinned the herd and concentrate on my 80 full time now. I take comfort knowing that both the 40 and 60 went to good homes and are well taken care of. With that said, I still look at other cruisers but know in my heart I'm a one cruiser guy. Although without owning more than one I wouldn't have known how much I love the one I kept. So I say go for it if you find one that peeks your interest!
 
I had three at one point, but didn't have the time or money to care for all of them. Thinned the herd and concentrate on my 80 full time now. I take comfort knowing that both the 40 and 60 went to good homes and are well taken care of. With that said, I still look at other cruisers but know in my heart I'm a one cruiser guy. Although without owning more than one I wouldn't have known how much I love the one I kept. So I say go for it if you find one that peeks your interest!
 
Multiple LC's of the same generation or different generations?

I personally like and have a stable of cars that excel at different functions, yet retain some semblance of being solid transportation without much compromises. Preferably all reliable as I want to maximize their utility for what they excel at, rather then fixing them. If I spend time working on one, it's to upgrade and extend their core capability.

Between my wife and I:
1) LX470 - large people/thing hauler, all weather, and vacation vehicle
2) Porsche Turbo - daily driver supercar, that I can still drop my daughter off at school with
3) Rav4 EV - Everyday utility, extreme utility, and personal carbon offset for my other 2 vehicles
 
I currently have 3. They keep following me home and then don't want to leave. The 45 has been in the garage for 12 years now, the 40 in the driveway for about half that, and the 81 beside the 40 is the weekend warrior.
I'd love to have the extra funds to work on all 3, but for now they don't cost me anything except space.
 
What drove my decision to buy a second LC?
  • The operating costs of the LC are so predictable. (low amount of repairs, scheduled maint. does a good job keeping issues from arising)
  • The value received for the amount paid is ridiculous on the 100 series. (Great drivetrain, roomy, comfortable, safe, capable, crazy affordable)
  • Known quantity. (I know what it is capable of, what it excels at and what it is not good at ie towing 5000+lbs)
  • They age well. Styling is not edgy and short lived. Interior is conservative and ages well while allowing for updated head units to blend easily and expand to encompass modern electronic capabilities. Components (plastic, rubber etc) handle 14 years of full sun without looking like a 2 year old Chrysler product.

Eventually I'll probably add a 200 series as my wife misses her 100 (in a Sequoia now for the extra room) for the room and LC toughness. That being said our Sequoia has been very good to us as well. The 4.7 engine/tranny combo is so smooth and reliable it's hard for me to leave. My ideal cruiser to upgrade her to would have 200 series room and engine with a 7-speed auto for power and economy reasons. Keep in mind having multiple Land Cruisers (they are all thirsty) makes one heavily dependent on fossil fuels!
:zilla:
 
I own a 1970 FJ40 (bought first) and now the 100.

A few reasons why I picked up the 100 after owning the 40. Toyota dependability, great price to quality ratio, I like that my tools and knowledge can be applied to both cars since they share the same basic engineering principles. Mud is a fantastic resource, and has saved me a ton of money over buying most other vehicles. Having a lot of knowledgeable fellow enthusiasts can't be considered too valuable. For example, easy access to the various year FSM's and excellent resources for ordering parts at discount online. CruiserDan services all years of Toyota landcruiser after all.

I also like the idea of knowing what I'm getting into with any car I buy, and mud allowed me to do a ton of research and preventative maintenance that most car brands and models just don't have available. I will definitely buy another Toyota down the line, and it may in fact be another landcruiser. I have my eye on getting a 60 at some point, and letting the princess drive the 100 full time.

Mark
 
My wife would get pissed off when I'd take her 2000 100-series for Scout Campouts, etc. So I bought a 2004 for myself. :meh: I'm trying to get the '04 outfitted to her liking (XM, step sliders) so i can take over the '00 for the dedicated wheeling rig. Other than MPG's, there is very little downside to the 100. I put 7-8 people in it regularly, plenty of space for gear, safe, reliable, quiet, powerful, what's not to like???
 
I bought my 1996 LC in 2001 and was bone stock. Made it into the more offroad capable machine that it is. I bought my 2006 in Feb of last year (also bone stock) as I tow a small pop up trailer and wanted the extra hp for towing. Towing it with the 80 is a struggle going up steep grades with the added weight of the after market stuff plus the BFG MT 35" tires (I re-geared but is still a bit of a slug). I'm currently working on add-ons that will make it similar to the 80 and may eventually sell it (the 80 that is) however I do like the solid front axle which obviously don't have in the 100. Currently I only take the 80 on offroad/camp trips if I'm not towing.
 
I kept my FJ60 when I bought the 100 in 1998. Couldn't part with it given all the great times we have had together. I might not drive it much anymore but when I do it brings a smile to my face.
 
I kept my FJ60 when I bought the 100 in 1998. Couldn't part with it given all the great times we have had together. I might not drive it much anymore but when I do it brings a smile to my face.
 
tabraha said:
What drove my decision to buy a second LC?
  • The operating costs of the LC are so predictable. (low amount of repairs, scheduled maint. does a good job keeping issues from arising)
  • The value received for the amount paid is ridiculous on the 100 series. (Great drivetrain, roomy, comfortable, safe, capable, crazy affordable)
  • Known quantity. (I know what it is capable of, what it excels at and what it is not good at ie towing 5000+lbs)
  • They age well. Styling is not edgy and short lived. Interior is conservative and ages well while allowing for updated head units to blend easily and expand to encompass modern electronic capabilities. Components (plastic, rubber etc) handle 14 years of full sun without looking like a 2 year old Chrysler product.:zilla:
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Damn. That sums it up quite well. The first two points in particular. I feel like there won't be any huge hits and if there are, they will be negotiable in terms of cost. Once it's depreciated and paid for, then fuel is a less painful hit. If I'm playing for the cheap/relative value angle, I can't seem to find a vehicle that beats the long term investment. I like to joke that the best deal is the pound/price ratio, if I can get 5800 lbs of vehicle for 10k, I'm doing well.

I just don't see much on LC's that I can't fix for cheap...
 
pavieSD said:
A few reasons why I picked up the 100 after owning the 40. Toyota dependability, great price to quality ratio, I like that my tools and knowledge can be applied to both cars since they share the same basic engineering principles. Mud is a fantastic resource, and has saved me a ton of money over buying most other vehicles. Having a lot of knowledgeable fellow enthusiasts can't be considered too valuable. For example, easy access to the various year FSM's and excellent resources for ordering parts at discount online. CruiserDan services all years of Toyota landcruiser after all.

I also like the idea of knowing what I'm getting into with any car I buy, and mud allowed me to do a ton of research and preventative maintenance that most car brands and models just don't have available. I will definitely buy another Toyota down the line, and it may in fact be another landcruiser. I have my eye on getting a 60 at some point, and letting the princess drive the 100 full time.

Mark
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I wasn't confident about that when I made the original purchase, but now that I've been on the site a bit and benefited from the experiences and wisdom of others, I've learned first hand what you describe above. Some service shops gauge customers because they have an information advantage, but I'm not in that position largely due to the members on this site.

I like being a control freak when it comes to big purchases and the 'no surprises' involved in an LC make it a strong long-term option.
 
THANK YOU for all of the responses. Excellent perspective shared here and I won't have any second doubts if I take the plunge again.
My decision criteria goes something like this and judging from the sentiments of others on this thread, I'm clearly not alone.

  • Save up the dough for a down payment on a 200 series. Advantage: Can own an LC early in it's life and conceivably for a VERY long time
  • Buy another 80 or 100 series, upgrade a few items but keep it stock. Advantage: Lower cost investment and strong value over time.
I'm fairly indifferent, the real decision criteria is just finding an LC I trust.
 
I(and the wife) currently have 7(see sig) running, driving, reg'd, insured rust free Cruisers(and another 78 Fj40 I need to get going) ......had them all for many(10+) years. Took many years, bunch of $ but for the last 7+ years they are all done and really dont need much more than basic maintenance, heck I take most of them to the local Toyota dealer for oil changes as that's about all they need. I can do most the work on them if needed.

I cant ever imagine not have at least 3. The one I will NEVER part with is my 82 FJ40.....having a 100 and a 40 is a great combo, and nothing is better than a 2nd owner all original late model 40 series.

That said.....it can be overwhelming sometimes. And as life(and age) goes on....I find I may have a few to many ;) (and I have another $ hobby, gun collecting) I think its about time to simplify my life....

I suspect in the not so far future I will be parting with one or more of them, I can see getting rid of the wifes 99LX with the bad factory paint job and prolly the 90 FJ62, of course they will turn into another 100 series(NO Lexus)

also need to part with my old 92 80 series, had it for 18 years, its has not moved in 6+ years. Problem is, I am sure it will start and run(has no issues when I parked it) but the market for a 92 kinda sucks, even with dual ARBs, 4:88's, Warn, ARB ect) I guess I have held onto it so long because I kept thinking mom would part with her 1 owner 40th 80 series(with OEM diff locks) and I would swap some stuff over to it, but she just wont get rid of hers.....and now I really have no interest in another 80 anyway(the 100's are better)

had my 86Fj60 for 14 years, had 92K when I bought it, now it has 112K, but cant imagine not having it.

so having 2 Cruisers......no issue, having 7 or more.....kinda insane really ;)

should also mention that after 48 years I was recently diagnosed with ADD......which explains why I have so many Cruisers.....
 
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Does anyone in the family have a long commute? That would be the only hesitation keeping me from owning 2 LC's.
 
Landpimp said:
I(and the wife) currently have 7(see sig) running, driving, reg'd, insured rust free Cruisers
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Okay, winner.

Luckily, I hit my gun buildup BEFORE the gubment started playing in the market. I need the vehicle to haul my stash:)
I suspect most of the hardened, experienced users here have some degree of survivalist/prepper sentiments and are very utilitarian when it comes to other purchases as well.
 
Yes, landpimp just killed this thread....;). Four makes me look normal. I love them all and miss the 89FJ62. Now I have 200,100,Lx470, 78FJ40
 
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