Looking at a Landcruiser

[TheYotaDLX]

Hi all, Ive been thinking of selling all of my vehicles (none Toyota right now ) and going with a used Land Cruiser.

Ive been looking-- and it seems my price range-- under $10K for one of these is just limiting me to high mileage units-- 150+. There were a couple under that, but they didnt have the options I was looking for.

Ive owned several Toyotas in the past, an 88 Pickup 4x4, a 04 Taco, a Celica, and a Supra. I have nothing but good to say about all of them.

I got almost 300K miles out of my 88 pickup-- and wondering if the 90's Land Cruisers are worth the price they are going for even with high mileage. These have an inline six 4.5L similar to the 93+ supra engine? (2zj)

Looking for leather interior-- good miles-- dont want over 130 preferably. If I can find a nice clean one, mileage wont be an issue if it will be as good as my 88 pickup was. Any thoughts?

[on2wheels4ever]

We have a 96 Cruiser.It has been near bulletproof.It is THE BEST vehicle for snowy conditions.I will say one thing you probably already know,they are gas hogs!We get best of 14 on highway if I keep it at 70,go faster and loser milage fast.In town average of 12,I have checked it many times,filling up to the nozzle and refilling then doing the math.If you dont mind that,then I would highly recommend the cruiser.Look for one with the locking diff option,if off roading is in your plans.

[TheYotaDLX]

Thanks, its looking like a good vehicle. I cant find one locally to test drive though.

Ive heard the 4.5 engine is supposed to be one of the best made by Toyota.

I just found an 88 cruiser on ebay, love the look, and cheaper. I might go with something like that if not a mid 90's model.

[DriveGerman]

Im selling a '95 Landcruiser right now, great condition with leather interior for WAY under $10K. here's the link.
1995 Land Cruiser $5700

[L8Shift]

You can find 96/97 Cruisers for around $10k keep looking and go for a southern vehicle, as oppose to one in the snowbelt if you can..

Be patient...

[DriveGerman]

We just sold our 95 LC for five grand...Someone got a good deal.

[Skybill]

Here's some things to think about and also a couple of links to check out.

The FJ60 has a 4.2L carburated in-line 6 (3F), 4 speed manual tranny, crank windows, manual door locks. They are well known, if properly taken care of, to go 300K+.

The FJ62 has a 4.0 L EFI in-line 6 (3FE), auto tranny, and power everything. They too will go 300K+ if properly maintained. Mine has 288K on it and still going strong. THey were produced from 1988 to mid 1990. Body style is the same as the FJ60, but they have rectangle headlights where the FJ60 has round eyes.

There are tons of mods for the FJ60 and 62.

The FJ80 has the next body style. It has the same engine as the FJ62 (3FE), also with an auto tranny, but you can get them with a few different options like locking center diff, 3rd row seating and cruise control. The FJ80 was produced from mid 1990 thru 1992.

The FZJ80 has basically the same body style as the FJ80, but has a 4.5L EFI in-line 6. It has considerably more horsepower than the FJ62 and FJ80. It was produced from 1992 thru 1997. Lots of the FZJ80's came with factory lockers front and rear. A real plus if you are going to wheel it. Then again, it's a Land Cruiser. It was MEANT to be wheeled!

All of the above models have a straight front axle.

Here are a couple of links to check out that should answer any possible questions you might have about Cruisers.

www.ih8mud.com

http://forum.ih8mud.com/60-series-wagons/13183-fj60-fj62-faq-%2A%2A%2A%2A%2A%2A%2A%2A%2A-start-here-come-back-often-%2A%2A%2A%2A%2A%2A%2A%2A%2A.html

http://forum.ih8mud.com/80-series-te...ring-pump.html

I 2nd what L8Shift says about getting a "Southern" Cruiser or at least one from an area where they don't salt the roads.

Before you buy one, crawl ALL over and UNDER the vehicle. Check for rust on the frame etc. If the seller has service records that's a plus.

As a final note, Don't jump on the first one you see unless it is in excellent shape. There are lots of them out there. Take you time, research them well.

Good luck. Post up the outcome of your search.

And remember Cruisers Rule!