Looking to trade up to a 100 series Landcruiser

Parker Runner · 06-23-2009, 12:41 PM

In the midst of looking at the 4runner towing abilities, I stumbled upon the 100 series landcruiser. They look pretty nice with a good size motor and platform. I know it isn't the spritely 4runner which can go anywhere...and really it is a land yacht.

I checked the landcruiser forum here and it looks....dead. Are there any good, informational forums?

Also, am I on crack to give up my go anywhere 4runner (with diff lock I might add)?

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j-man · 06-23-2009, 01:09 PM

go over to ih8mud.com - thats the cruiser site. And my wife has a 03 cruiser and i have repededly beat the crap outta it in baja and just asks for more. Lockers are easy to be had - just throw some arb's in. The great thing about the cruiser is its full size, super strong, can tow anything, center diff lock, built like an iron horse, but are a tad more expensive to buy and on parts. Go for it.

scuba · 06-23-2009, 01:33 PM

I think your on crack for trading the 4runner for a 100.
Id trade it for an 80 series if possible

Richjrosa · 06-23-2009, 01:38 PM

http://www.lcool.org/ Most of these guys are in Australia but who knows 4X4 or cruisers better than Aussies?

Parker Runner · 06-23-2009, 01:56 PM

I agree on the solid axle vs. IFS. However, the 100 will ride nicer, have greater tow capacity, higher MPG etc. And...it will have a V8.

cackalak han · 06-24-2009, 02:51 PM

About MPG's....you'll probably be in the very low teens. You have to remember that they were $50k+ vehicles. They are expensive to own and maintain. Personally, I don't need that space or towing capacity, so a 3.4L V6 is perfect for me. But they are sweet vehicles. Good luck on the purchase.

Parker Runner · 06-24-2009, 03:15 PM

oOPS, I didn't mean higher MPG. It would actually be less.

Buhundred · 06-26-2009, 08:38 AM

I'd rather buy an FZJ80 and put on the TRD supercharger they made for the 1FZ-FE. It'll have more power than the 2UZ-FE.

toyNG · 06-26-2009, 06:59 PM

I have a 2000 cruiser and absolutely love it. However, it is not my wheeling truck. I use my 86 pickup when I do any wheeling beyond mild trails. The cruiser rides super well, is comfortable, and has plenty of power. If I'm entertaining family or friends, I sometimes take them on some backcountry fire roads up in the mountains. I usually take both my pickup and the cruiser. After riding in the pickup for an hour on a fire road, getting in the cruiser feels like you are riding on air.

The main downside is its mpg. If you don't need the extra size or towing capacity, you might be better off with a 4runner.

cackalak han · 06-27-2009, 01:40 PM

If it'll be a family hauler, just get a Sequoia. It's slightly bigger than the 100 and slightly better MPG's, as well.

jackwolf · 06-27-2009, 02:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cackalak han

If it'll be a family hauler, just get a Sequoia. It's slightly bigger than the 100 and slightly better MPG's, as well.

X2
My sister has a 2009, that thing is a beast. It'll uproot oak trees. She just uses it as a grocery getter. Just her, no family. I asked her about this. Her reasoning is that it's part of her life insurance plan, "better safe than sorry."

toyNG · 06-27-2009, 03:39 PM

The Sequoia is cheaper, and just as powerful, but there is something about the Land Cruisers that just appeals to me. I guess I see the Cruiser as a descendant of the original utilitarian vehicle that started all of this, whereas I see the Sequoia as another SUV created for big families who don't want a minivan. Nothing wrong with the latter, but that's just the way I see it. Kind of a dumb reason for picking the Cruiser over the Sequoia, I know, but oh well...

06-23-2009, 01:09 PM	#2 (permalink)
j-man Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Santa Monica, Ca Posts: 205	go over to ih8mud.com - thats the cruiser site. And my wife has a 03 cruiser and i have repededly beat the crap outta it in baja and just asks for more. Lockers are easy to be had - just throw some arb's in. The great thing about the cruiser is its full size, super strong, can tow anything, center diff lock, built like an iron horse, but are a tad more expensive to buy and on parts. Go for it. __________________ 2000 4Runner v6 sr5 4x4 5spd: Turbo'ed 99 4Runner v6 Sr5 4x4 5spd: Saw's / OME combo TrueTrac rear 98 4Runner V6 Sr5 4x4 5spd E-locker: Saws / OME combo... EEZI AWN Roof Tent 1.4m 97 4Runner V6 Sr5 4x4 Auto: Saws / OME combo TrueTrac rear 2003 Landcruiser 285 BFG At's and outback roofrack My Baja Trailer Build: http://forum.ih8mud.com/showthread.php?t=179520 http://community.webshots.com/user/bajaroadtrain

06-23-2009, 01:33 PM	#3 (permalink)
scuba Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: WHEELIN BIG BEAR Posts: 6,956	I think your on crack for trading the 4runner for a 100. Id trade it for an 80 series if possible __________________ Screw you guys I'm goin to TTORA

06-23-2009, 01:38 PM	#4 (permalink)
Richjrosa Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Central Oregon Posts: 94	http://www.lcool.org/ Most of these guys are in Australia but who knows 4X4 or cruisers better than Aussies? __________________ 1997 Runner 3.4 Auto 4X4 224K miles and running strong. :)

06-24-2009, 02:51 PM	#6 (permalink)
cackalak han Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Salt Lake Posts: 1,767	About MPG's....you'll probably be in the very low teens. You have to remember that they were $50k+ vehicles. They are expensive to own and maintain. Personally, I don't need that space or towing capacity, so a 3.4L V6 is perfect for me. But they are sweet vehicles. Good luck on the purchase. __________________ 01 Tacoma DC TRD OR 4x4

06-26-2009, 06:59 PM	#9 (permalink)
toyNG Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Redlands, CA Posts: 558	I have a 2000 cruiser and absolutely love it. However, it is not my wheeling truck. I use my 86 pickup when I do any wheeling beyond mild trails. The cruiser rides super well, is comfortable, and has plenty of power. If I'm entertaining family or friends, I sometimes take them on some backcountry fire roads up in the mountains. I usually take both my pickup and the cruiser. After riding in the pickup for an hour on a fire road, getting in the cruiser feels like you are riding on air. The main downside is its mpg. If you don't need the extra size or towing capacity, you might be better off with a 4runner. __________________ 1986 pickup 4x4 SR5, 5-spd, 33x10.5 BFG KM1 muds, 2" body lift, front and rear lockrights, 4.88s, 4.7 t-case with Dave'z twin stick, BudBuilt crossmember with 1" drivetrain lift, Downey grille guard and skid plate, TG sliders Still needed: rear bumper (Marlin, TG, or Dave'z)

06-23-2009, 01:56 PM	#5 (permalink)
Parker Runner Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 103	I agree on the solid axle vs. IFS. However, the 100 will ride nicer, have greater tow capacity, higher MPG etc. And...it will have a V8.

06-24-2009, 03:15 PM	#7 (permalink)
Parker Runner Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 103	oOPS, I didn't mean higher MPG. It would actually be less.

06-27-2009, 01:40 PM	#10 (permalink)
cackalak han Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Salt Lake Posts: 1,767	If it'll be a family hauler, just get a Sequoia. It's slightly bigger than the 100 and slightly better MPG's, as well. __________________ 01 Tacoma DC TRD OR 4x4

06-27-2009, 03:39 PM	#12 (permalink)
toyNG Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Redlands, CA Posts: 558	The Sequoia is cheaper, and just as powerful, but there is something about the Land Cruisers that just appeals to me. I guess I see the Cruiser as a descendant of the original utilitarian vehicle that started all of this, whereas I see the Sequoia as another SUV created for big families who don't want a minivan. Nothing wrong with the latter, but that's just the way I see it. Kind of a dumb reason for picking the Cruiser over the Sequoia, I know, but oh well... __________________ 1986 pickup 4x4 SR5, 5-spd, 33x10.5 BFG KM1 muds, 2" body lift, front and rear lockrights, 4.88s, 4.7 t-case with Dave'z twin stick, BudBuilt crossmember with 1" drivetrain lift, Downey grille guard and skid plate, TG sliders Still needed: rear bumper (Marlin, TG, or Dave'z)

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