FJ Cruiser

tacoma01 · 06-04-2008, 08:06 AM

I am thinking about trading in my nissan armada for an FJ, my kids are off to school and dont need all that room. My question is are they good vehicals, I have priced them on autotrader and are quite reasonable.

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***Corey*** · 06-04-2008, 09:01 AM

I have had mine almost two years come this July.
Not one problem except for the infamous broken windshield.

Plenty of power, a hoot to drive, and equipped for action offroad right out of the box.

Some have had cracks under the hood, some have not.
Toyota is addressing that issue though.

norcalsvx · 06-04-2008, 09:20 AM

i like them but the outward vision sucks feels like i was trapped in a box

***Corey*** · 06-04-2008, 10:27 AM

Here is a good recent video of them in action.

No blind spots for me.
Some have trouble seeing out of them, others do not.
This is a vehicle where you need to learn to drive with mirrors.

DominicG · 06-04-2008, 10:44 AM

I to will have mine 2 years come July. Awesome rig!

No problems yet! (well.. one that was user error

)

Blind spots have never been a problem for me.

I Love this thing!

YeloSub7 · 06-04-2008, 11:50 AM

Just having the choice to drive an FJ over the Armada should be a good enough reason! You will be much happier with the FJ. If I had the money I'd buy one. I have a couple friends who have an FJ and I love em. They are setup for some wheeling from factory and have a decent engine and suspension to make your on road driving a dream. And the look AWESOME!

BT17R · 06-04-2008, 12:02 PM

Test drive a new one at a dealer, or better yet rent one for the weekend if they have TRAC (rental) program FJ's.

In effect, they're re-bodied Land Cruiser Prados ($50K in other markets) with fully boxed frames. Available in part-time (5A/T) or full-time (6M/T). Very sturdy, maneuverable, good brakes, comfy, quiet even with the TRD intake and exhaust.

Oh yeah, I like them...a lot. Enormous OEM TRD support (especially the S/C), and the aftermarket is even bigger. This is the time to buy any SUV. Good luck, you won't regret getting the FJ, but won't like Armada resale.

tacoma01 · 06-04-2008, 12:50 PM

Thanks guys for all of your input,Ill be going out this weekend hunting for an FJ, Ill let youall know how it goes. Thanks again!!

4Rocker · 06-05-2008, 07:05 PM

Mine is 3 weeks old today and I love it! I plan on keeping this truck for a long time.

***Corey*** · 06-06-2008, 01:01 AM

Time to update that sig Rocker

Post some pics when you can.

scuba · 06-06-2008, 03:24 AM

ha

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4Rocker

Mine is 3 weeks old today and I love it! I plan on keeping this truck for a long time.

now that you got that FJ dont let that runner go to waste
but if you do ill be glad to take it off your hands

4Rocker · 06-09-2008, 04:27 PM

Yea the avatar does need some updating

Ive been busy lately with the move to WV and starting my new job with ATK. I posted some pics of the new rig here:

http://www.yotatech.com/f135/new-sandstorm-fj-145368/

As for the 4Runner...Im not quite ready to part with it yet. I am keeping it at my parents house in MN for the time being until I decide what to do with it. I would love to use it as a trail truck out here now, but someday when I have the space I want to rebuild an old FJ40 to match the new FJ (maybe a bit dorky but I think it would be awesome to drive them interchangeably). I guess time will tell! I do have a set of FJ Cruiser running boards that have only been used for about an hour that I would be willing to sell you instead

4Rocker · 06-09-2008, 04:32 PM

Oh, and the only thing I would change about it so far would be to add a 12v outlet to the inside of the dash compartment so that my TomTom GPS can be totally self contained. Dont be surprised if you see a writeup on this sometime in the future

BestToyota · 07-25-2008, 07:09 PM

The FJ Cruiser has been rated as one of the best on performance and great on quality (better than most SUVs). I think the FJ Cruiser is a great choice and I love the look. It looks different than most SUVs. It 's unique, yet still attractive and performs excellent.

06-04-2008, 09:01 AM	#2 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 26,077	I have had mine almost two years come this July. Not one problem except for the infamous broken windshield. Plenty of power, a hoot to drive, and equipped for action offroad right out of the box. Some have had cracks under the hood, some have not. Toyota is addressing that issue though. __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser Built for 4wheelin', expedition, camping, and overlanding use PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse Part II ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge Blog About Roof Top Tents ☺ FJC Magazines Online Review Of My Tent ☺ 2009 Specialized Rockhopper Pro

06-04-2008, 09:20 AM	#3 (permalink)
norcalsvx Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Alpine--GRASS valley, CA Posts: 2,132	i like them but the outward vision sucks feels like i was trapped in a box __________________ 1994 toy 22re- http://www.yotatech.com/f86/nocalsvx-s-94-toy-104593/ 2006 Subaru Forester XT -some mods/awd 5spd 1994 Subaru SVX- hwy runner 84 RX7- drag car build

06-04-2008, 10:27 AM	#4 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 26,077	Here is a good recent video of them in action. No blind spots for me. Some have trouble seeing out of them, others do not. This is a vehicle where you need to learn to drive with mirrors. __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser Built for 4wheelin', expedition, camping, and overlanding use PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse Part II ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge Blog About Roof Top Tents ☺ FJC Magazines Online Review Of My Tent ☺ 2009 Specialized Rockhopper Pro

06-04-2008, 11:50 AM	#6 (permalink)
YeloSub7 Contributing Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 897	Just having the choice to drive an FJ over the Armada should be a good enough reason! You will be much happier with the FJ. If I had the money I'd buy one. I have a couple friends who have an FJ and I love em. They are setup for some wheeling from factory and have a decent engine and suspension to make your on road driving a dream. And the look AWESOME! __________________ -Jake 1990 4Runner <> 1990 Toyota 4Runner-22RE-5 speed-TG 3" front/4" rear-35" BFG M/T-4.88's-rear LSD-front TruTrac-MC Rear Bumper-TG DOM Sliders-TG Front Bumper SAS Build-Up Old Rigs: '85 4Runner (RIP) '95 4Runner (sold)

06-04-2008, 12:02 PM	#7 (permalink)
BT17R Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Da Gorge, Oregon Posts: 5,674	Test drive a new one at a dealer, or better yet rent one for the weekend if they have TRAC (rental) program FJ's. In effect, they're re-bodied Land Cruiser Prados ($50K in other markets) with fully boxed frames. Available in part-time (5A/T) or full-time (6M/T). Very sturdy, maneuverable, good brakes, comfy, quiet even with the TRD intake and exhaust. Oh yeah, I like them...a lot. Enormous OEM TRD support (especially the S/C), and the aftermarket is even bigger. This is the time to buy any SUV. Good luck, you won't regret getting the FJ, but won't like Armada resale. __________________ '07 FJ Cruiser TRD SE 6M/T

06-04-2008, 10:44 AM	#5 (permalink)
DominicG Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: orange county, CA Posts: 5	I to will have mine 2 years come July. Awesome rig! No problems yet! (well.. one that was user error ) Blind spots have never been a problem for me. I Love this thing!

06-04-2008, 12:50 PM	#8 (permalink)
tacoma01 Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 4	Thanks guys for all of your input,Ill be going out this weekend hunting for an FJ, Ill let youall know how it goes. Thanks again!!

06-05-2008, 07:05 PM	#9 (permalink)
4Rocker Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Minnesota Posts: 377	Mine is 3 weeks old today and I love it! I plan on keeping this truck for a long time. __________________ 84 4Runner SR5 22R, 5spd, 31" BFG ATs,custom bumpers 08 FJ Cruiser Sandstorm, 6MT, All-Terrain Package, Rock Rails, BFG A/Ts

06-06-2008, 01:01 AM	#10 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 26,077	Time to update that sig Rocker Post some pics when you can. __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser Built for 4wheelin', expedition, camping, and overlanding use PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse Part II ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge Blog About Roof Top Tents ☺ FJC Magazines Online Review Of My Tent ☺ 2009 Specialized Rockhopper Pro

06-09-2008, 04:27 PM	#12 (permalink)
4Rocker Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Minnesota Posts: 377	Yea the avatar does need some updating Ive been busy lately with the move to WV and starting my new job with ATK. I posted some pics of the new rig here: http://www.yotatech.com/f135/new-sandstorm-fj-145368/ As for the 4Runner...Im not quite ready to part with it yet. I am keeping it at my parents house in MN for the time being until I decide what to do with it. I would love to use it as a trail truck out here now, but someday when I have the space I want to rebuild an old FJ40 to match the new FJ (maybe a bit dorky but I think it would be awesome to drive them interchangeably). I guess time will tell! I do have a set of FJ Cruiser running boards that have only been used for about an hour that I would be willing to sell you instead __________________ 84 4Runner SR5 22R, 5spd, 31" BFG ATs,custom bumpers 08 FJ Cruiser Sandstorm, 6MT, All-Terrain Package, Rock Rails, BFG A/Ts

06-09-2008, 04:32 PM	#13 (permalink)
4Rocker Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Minnesota Posts: 377	Oh, and the only thing I would change about it so far would be to add a 12v outlet to the inside of the dash compartment so that my TomTom GPS can be totally self contained. Dont be surprised if you see a writeup on this sometime in the future __________________ 84 4Runner SR5 22R, 5spd, 31" BFG ATs,custom bumpers 08 FJ Cruiser Sandstorm, 6MT, All-Terrain Package, Rock Rails, BFG A/Ts

07-25-2008, 07:09 PM	#14 (permalink)
BestToyota Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 2	The FJ Cruiser has been rated as one of the best on performance and great on quality (better than most SUVs). I think the FJ Cruiser is a great choice and I love the look. It looks different than most SUVs. It 's unique, yet still attractive and performs excellent. __________________ All Toyota Info Blog

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