Landcruiser Buying It Used

Biff · 05-03-2004, 08:50 PM

I'm in the process of buying a used Landcruiser maybe a 92 or 93 with about 160,000 plus in mileage. Is there anything I should know or do when I see the rig. What should I look for that will tell me it still has plenty of life in it. Most likely this transaction would be with a private seller. Any advice on this would be highly appreciated.

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02Runner · 05-04-2004, 03:10 PM

Good to see you on this side of the YT board. Check out this website: Sleeoffroad Newbie Guide

Thats a good start. I'll do some research. I'm not too educated on those years.

The ones I have are the 40 series and the 1997 80 series.

Doug M.

95FourRunner · 05-04-2004, 06:03 PM

If you want to travel a little bit (Florida), I have a great 96 FJ80 for sale. It's already got the mods, to save you some $$$$

Biff · 05-04-2004, 08:53 PM

Thats exactly what I'm looking for. Unfortuntely 3000 miles is a little bit to far. Thanks anyways.

shazaam · 05-04-2004, 08:54 PM

have it shipped .. usually around $500 or so

Biff · 05-04-2004, 08:59 PM

thats a good idea. How much 95fourrunner?

02Runner · 05-05-2004, 03:03 AM

If it turns out to be what you're looking for, I'd definitely ship it. Probably about $600 to your door.

I've shipped about three vehicles from out west. Very happy with the service.

Doug

95FourRunner · 05-05-2004, 05:08 AM

http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=31957

All the info should be here. email me at Ramont@cox.net if you have anymore questions.

And, if anybody knows a good way/company to ship with, please let me know. I've never done that before so I could use some advice

toybox · 05-05-2004, 06:15 AM

I think the '93 got an upgraded engine so you may want to consider that when your looking. And I would get one with the locker.

95FourRunner · 05-05-2004, 06:28 AM

Yeah, mine has the upgraded engine and the transmission, but no lockers. I looked when I was buying mine and didn't realize how hard they were to come by

sigep4runner359 · 05-26-2004, 06:45 PM

definately go with the 93, mine is a 95 as well with no locker, however all LC's after 93 were wired with the stuff to do it, just not the "hard" wear so it is possible to retrofit one with the equipment. 92's are slow and kinda like the 90-95 4Runner, a little under powered thanks to the 3.slow engine. The land cruiser basiclly did the same thing going from a 4l to a 4.5l engine....

chuckd · 05-27-2004, 03:31 PM

If you want to buy me a ticket to FL, then home from where you live, plus gas, I will drive it cross country for you. but, I'm not an insured delivery person, and you don't know me from jack, but it could save you $10-$20.

blupaddler · 05-27-2004, 10:54 PM

Biff...

Looks as if you already have a 1994 FZJ80, unless this thread hasn't been updated and your avatar has.

Anyways, if you already have a 1994. Then looking for a 1992-93 should be the same. Although, I would go with at least the 1994. The transmission is stronger. And you have the 4.5l inline 6cyl. But, if you can, and you should. The lockers are THE ONLY way to go. You will seriously regret if you don't get them. And contrary to what people may say, it is quite costly to add the electronic lockers to a vehicle that doesn't have them. About the same price as having ARB lockers installed, plus some.

If you did actually purchase a 1994 then congradulations. If not keep us updated in your search. Finally, the reference above to:

www.sleeoffroad.com

That is an excellent place to start, Christo is very helpful and knowledgeable. And most importantly won't steer you in the wrong direction.

robb

Biff · 05-28-2004, 05:47 AM

Well I bought my 94 just last week ago. You are right about the lockers, I regret not getting them.

rwmorrisonjr · 05-28-2004, 05:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Biff

Well I bought my 94 just last week ago. You are right about the lockers, I regret not getting them.

Biff, how's the gas mileage on your 94? I've heard that while the engine is strong, it treast gas stations like an all-you-can-drink buffet.

toybox · 05-28-2004, 06:30 AM

I had a '91 LC and loved it except for two things. The gas mileage was horrible (11 mpg) and it was slow as a dog. Conversly, I felt like I was in a tank, did awesome offroad - even stock, and was very comfortable even off road.

Biff · 05-28-2004, 07:04 AM

Not bad about 18mpg, better than my sc 4runners 15mpg

05-04-2004, 03:10 PM	#2 (permalink)
02Runner Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: SW Fla Posts: 758	Good to see you on this side of the YT board. Check out this website: Sleeoffroad Newbie Guide Thats a good start. I'll do some research. I'm not too educated on those years. The ones I have are the 40 series and the 1997 80 series. Doug M. __________________ 2003 Runner SE / Cruisers 1971,1980,1997(40th) & 2005 Last edited by 02Runner; 05-11-2004 at 01:26 PM.

05-04-2004, 06:03 PM	#3 (permalink)
95FourRunner Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Florida Panhandle/Destin Posts: 111	If you want to travel a little bit (Florida), I have a great 96 FJ80 for sale. It's already got the mods, to save you some $$$$ __________________ Ramon 1999 Toyota 4runner Highlander 4wd SR5 V6 5speed 3" Toytec lift / OME springs www.reflextruckliners.com <-- best bedliners in the industry Last edited by 95FourRunner; 05-27-2004 at 05:50 AM.

05-04-2004, 08:53 PM	#4 (permalink)
Biff Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 853	Thats exactly what I'm looking for. Unfortuntely 3000 miles is a little bit to far. Thanks anyways. __________________ Victor 03 4runner 94 Landcruiser

05-04-2004, 08:54 PM	#5 (permalink)
shazaam Contributing Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 5,057	have it shipped .. usually around $500 or so __________________ Experience is a hard teacher because she gives the test first, and the lesson afterwards. <-- the artist formerly known as sdastg1

05-04-2004, 08:59 PM	#6 (permalink)
Biff Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 853	thats a good idea. How much 95fourrunner? __________________ Victor 03 4runner 94 Landcruiser

05-05-2004, 03:03 AM	#7 (permalink)
02Runner Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: SW Fla Posts: 758	If it turns out to be what you're looking for, I'd definitely ship it. Probably about $600 to your door. I've shipped about three vehicles from out west. Very happy with the service. Doug __________________ 2003 Runner SE / Cruisers 1971,1980,1997(40th) & 2005

05-05-2004, 05:08 AM	#8 (permalink)
95FourRunner Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Florida Panhandle/Destin Posts: 111	http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=31957 All the info should be here. email me at Ramont@cox.net if you have anymore questions. And, if anybody knows a good way/company to ship with, please let me know. I've never done that before so I could use some advice __________________ Ramon 1999 Toyota 4runner Highlander 4wd SR5 V6 5speed 3" Toytec lift / OME springs www.reflextruckliners.com <-- best bedliners in the industry

05-05-2004, 06:15 AM	#9 (permalink)
toybox Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Philadelphia Posts: 135	I think the '93 got an upgraded engine so you may want to consider that when your looking. And I would get one with the locker.

05-05-2004, 06:28 AM	#10 (permalink)
95FourRunner Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Florida Panhandle/Destin Posts: 111	Yeah, mine has the upgraded engine and the transmission, but no lockers. I looked when I was buying mine and didn't realize how hard they were to come by __________________ Ramon 1999 Toyota 4runner Highlander 4wd SR5 V6 5speed 3" Toytec lift / OME springs www.reflextruckliners.com <-- best bedliners in the industry

05-26-2004, 06:45 PM	#11 (permalink)
sigep4runner359 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Franklin, Tn Posts: 26	definately go with the 93, mine is a 95 as well with no locker, however all LC's after 93 were wired with the stuff to do it, just not the "hard" wear so it is possible to retrofit one with the equipment. 92's are slow and kinda like the 90-95 4Runner, a little under powered thanks to the 3.slow engine. The land cruiser basiclly did the same thing going from a 4l to a 4.5l engine.... __________________ '95 Land Cruiser FZJ-80, some kind of Grille Guard with Hella Rallye 1000's Yakima Rack, OME springs & shocks, Diff Lock,VHF Radio, Kickin Stereo!! (about to get some 33's & kaymar rear tire carrier) You want your ski??? Go get it.... Warren Miller

05-27-2004, 03:31 PM	#12 (permalink)
chuckd Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Nashville Posts: 317	If you want to buy me a ticket to FL, then home from where you live, plus gas, I will drive it cross country for you. but, I'm not an insured delivery person, and you don't know me from jack, but it could save you $10-$20. __________________ 1997 4runner Limited-chrome factory rims-silverstars-32"s-crooked brush guard-rear guards-vent shades- footwell lights-airelbow-amsoil-12" sub-Hella 500s hooked up but somehow F'd up-99 console-1.5" cornfeds-glow gauges-blue led dash-satoshi-Surco roof basket-now without running board=+15 hp

05-27-2004, 10:54 PM	#13 (permalink)
blupaddler Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 123	Biff... Looks as if you already have a 1994 FZJ80, unless this thread hasn't been updated and your avatar has. Anyways, if you already have a 1994. Then looking for a 1992-93 should be the same. Although, I would go with at least the 1994. The transmission is stronger. And you have the 4.5l inline 6cyl. But, if you can, and you should. The lockers are THE ONLY way to go. You will seriously regret if you don't get them. And contrary to what people may say, it is quite costly to add the electronic lockers to a vehicle that doesn't have them. About the same price as having ARB lockers installed, plus some. If you did actually purchase a 1994 then congradulations. If not keep us updated in your search. Finally, the reference above to: www.sleeoffroad.com That is an excellent place to start, Christo is very helpful and knowledgeable. And most importantly won't steer you in the wrong direction. robb __________________ sometimes the trip is the journey, not the destination

05-28-2004, 05:47 AM	#14 (permalink)
Biff Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 853	Well I bought my 94 just last week ago. You are right about the lockers, I regret not getting them. __________________ Victor 03 4runner 94 Landcruiser

05-28-2004, 06:30 AM	#16 (permalink)
toybox Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Philadelphia Posts: 135	I had a '91 LC and loved it except for two things. The gas mileage was horrible (11 mpg) and it was slow as a dog. Conversly, I felt like I was in a tank, did awesome offroad - even stock, and was very comfortable even off road.

05-28-2004, 07:04 AM	#17 (permalink)
Biff Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 853	Not bad about 18mpg, better than my sc 4runners 15mpg __________________ Victor 03 4runner 94 Landcruiser

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