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80 Series LC Longevity?

Discussion in 'Toyota Trucks & SUVs' started by PWhite13, Nov 13, 2010.

  1. Nov 13, 2010 at 8:02 PM
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    Hey any thoughts are appreciated. Would you guys think a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser with 190,000 miles would be too old/used for a reliable daily driver and offroader? The vehicle looks very clean for an older SUV but I have not seen the engine bay or heard it run.
     
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  2. Nov 13, 2010 at 8:23 PM
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    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine. Moderator

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    I think it would be fine. The 4.5 straight 6 in it is a tank of an engine.
     
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  3. Nov 13, 2010 at 8:35 PM
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    So if it has been taken care of over the years with proper servicings, what kind of work would you think it would need? Would I be spending a lot on replacing little parts that go out? How many miles could I hope for before it begins to need major work? Thanks
     
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  4. Nov 13, 2010 at 8:39 PM
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    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine. Moderator

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    Im guessing a LONG time. I havent heard of any needing major work at all, if taken care of minimally. Other than the regular electrical crap that can plague an older vehicle, mechanically, they are solid.
     
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  5. Nov 13, 2010 at 8:46 PM
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    Man that's awesome to hear. I know how capable these are, and I have always heard that they are built really well but wasn't sure at this mileage. It would be a hell of a weekend trail machine, huh.

    Oh what about the suspension? I would plan on replacing it anyway for a lift from OME, but I don't know how soon that would be. Do you think it would still have a lot of flex? I've heard that older jeeps get pretty stiff if it's original shocks and springs.
     
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    I think it would be fine. IIRC, they are coil sprung at both ends. They flex great. I still keep my eye out for a good one in my area, but its hard to get someone to part with them......How much is the one your looking at?
     
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    Oh I see. He is asking $8800 I believe. It is also the 40th anniversary edition, which I guess adds special leather seats and trim and such, so that is kind of cool.
     
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    Haha, Linked means it uses coils, correct?
     
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  9. Nov 13, 2010 at 9:40 PM
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    Not a bad price!

    :smack:
    Yes.
     
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    Man, this sure would be a nice vehicle to have.
     
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