UAE Xtreme edition proves Toy USA's focus is not on the US market --

[erics_bruisers]

this would be a dream -- WITH fender flares --

http://www.toyota.ae/wps/portal/!ut...er Xtreme Edition#Land Cruiser Xtreme Edition

Unleash the beast. The Xtreme expands Land Cruiser’s performance horizons with heightened levels of versatility. Teaming up with Icelandic based company Arctic Trucks, Al-Futtaim Motors modified and launched a Special Edition Land Cruiser Xtreme to provide the ultimate off-road experience. As for personality, the Xtreme’s profile clothes its sophisticated power with a neo-sport look, which definitively proclaims its ability to effortlessly overcome any challenge. The result is an intelligently modified Land Cruiser that rules the road with consummate ease and makes for a supremely exciting off-road experience.

1. Fender flares Tailor made fender flares are fitted to cover the large tyres. Made of ABS plastic, the new enlarged fender flares are shaped in vacuum moulds.
2. Large tyres The introduction of large 17 inch wheels and 35 inch tyres provides outstanding off-road performance, and the appearance of floating on the surface when on sand. Cruising on the highway, its elevated position gives best in class panoramic views as you ride.
3. New bump stops Heavy duty bump stops, designed to improve shock absorption when the suspension bottoms out, supplement the strength of the new suspension and ensure a smooth ride in whatever extreme off-road conditions you decide to take your Land Cruiser Xtreme.
4. Side step Thoughtfully extended to match the width of the new fender flare, the modified side step also helps to protect the vehicle body from stones or sand kicked up from the wheels.
5. Strong suspension Xtreme’s suspension has been lifted by 40 mm and the original front and rear shock absorbers replaced by large, specially tuned KONI absorbers to deliver an extreme dampening force. This enables the housing of increased volumes of heat absorbing oil, effectively allowing the Xtreme’s suspension to dependably retain its dampening properties in the most extreme temperatures and endure the toughest terrain off-road and hard driving on-road.

yes again, we get crap here that looks like a 5 year old vehicle, with tinsel stapled to the doors.

 

[elkaholic]

this would be a dream -- WITH fender flares -- <snip>

Teaming up with Icelandic based company Arctic Trucks, Al-Futtaim Motors modified and launched a Special Edition Land Cruiser Xtreme to provide the ultimate off-road experience

Agreed ... but based upon the language above, I do not think this is a Toyota Corporation model, but a specialty converted / tuned model like a Roush or Shelby Mustang or an AEV J**p.

I am sure a company in the US could upfit and sell a few of these like TLC did (may still be doing) with FJ Cruisers.

But, it sure would be nice to see something like this sold by Toyota in the US.

 

[saillaw]

This is not made by Toyota HQ, its aftermarket items that the local Toyota dealer in the UAE coordinates to have installed.

You can have the same kit installed in the USA by Extreme Land Cruisers in California: http://extremelandcruiser.com/

 

[erics_bruisers]

I'd much rather have such mods come from a Toyota-authorized shop, since vehicle warranty will likely be included --

-- specifically, cutting fenders is scary business, and if it rusts, etc. because of poor prep, I'd like a Toyota warranty.

 

[saillaw]

Knowing the dealer's reputation in the UAE for screwing over customers with legitimate warranty issues, and with the poor quality of work of the dealer mechanics in the UAE, I might rather go with a private company I trust. Particularly given how much I would guess the dealer gouges on the price of this adaptation.

That being said, I agree with you that if the dealer was good, and if the price was right, dealer installed would be the way to go.

 

[alwaysme]

I purchased this and guarantee you the finish quality is crap from futtaim (even the purchase experience was hell). I cannot complain with my warranty as i shipped the car out. i am now contemplating whether to spend upwards of $4000 to mold the flares because the silicon has cracked everywhere with less than 8 months of regular use (no beating whatsoever). Their paint on the flares is crap, the silicon discoloration is revolting and can be seen by that stratos capsule, i honestly do not recommend this purchase from Alfuttaim.

Otherwise I love what AT did and dealing with them directly is MUCH BETTER IMO. They are expensive but very much worth it.

 

[xkennx]

Otherwise I love what AT did and dealing with them directly is MUCH BETTER IMO. They are expensive but very much worth it.

Have you talked to Hjalti at Arctic Trucks directly about your issues? If not let me know and I can give you his direct contact information. I have to go see him in DXB this week myself about another matter.

 

[alwaysme]

Have you talked to Hjalti at Arctic Trucks directly about your issues? If not let me know and I can give you his direct contact information. I have to go see him in DXB this week myself about another matter.

Hjalti is a very nice and helpful guy and frankly, I did not raise this quality issue because deep down I know not much can be done as the vehicle is not in UAE anymore. Not to mention the purchase is done via Alfuttaim so AT have no obligation to take responsibility correct? The best body shop quoted $4000 to mold the flares and another quoted $2000 without molding just fixing the silicon with new paste (and of course a fender respray). Not sure what to make out of this and going for the cheaper option worries me that the cracks will show up again.

Meanwhile I do have pictures of how the AT fenders silicon is holding up against MB G55 fender silicon purchased around the same time by my neighbors. There are zero cracks on the G55 whereas the AT has cracks and blistering even on the paint, you wouldn't expect this for their top of the line model.

 

[saillaw]

How much more did Alfuttaim charge for this package over a same equipped 200 without this package?