Let's Talk 80 Series Land Cruisers✔- Where is the Market headed?↗
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The iconic 80 series is to this day the best built off road truck produced by Toyota in Japan.
With full live axles, ability to lock the differentials (not in all models) and it's robust built for 25 years of hard service before needing any major engine work, this is the Toyota to have!
The engineers over built the 80 in the mid-nineties when the economy was booming in Japan.
They would have to put an addendum to their 25 year claim (now that we are there) and change it to 50 years!
There were 547,000 models of the 80 series made.
Japan kept 107,000, which mostly were Diesels, and the US got 89,000 of which 14,000 were LX450s and 16,000 were the early 91-92 FJ80 models with the carry over FJ62 3FE engine with 155hp.
In 1993, Toyota upped the power plant with a 24 valve 212hp inline 6 gas engine in the US. These are known as the FZJ80s, produced from 1993 through 1997.
You may hear the term " Triple locked". This refers to the Front and rear locking differentials, with that coveted "Magic dial" located lower right of the Steering wheel on the dash. There were roughly 30% of all US destine Land Cruiser with this option. All Land Cruisers had the Center locking differential, a button on the FJ80, and automatic on the FZJ80 when you switched the transfer case to Low. However you can do the 7 pin conversion, and put a button up front on your dash to activate the center lock with the transfer case in high position. A simple DIY conversion.
Now that the mall crawlers have had their leases terms come to an end long ago on these 80s, and the overland community starts to acquire the 80 series, we are seeing an increase in the market here in the US and also abroad.
With the 25 year import rule, there are Diesel Landcruisers entering the US market. In the US, we never were privileged to receive the Diesels... until now since the 25 years year wait has elapsed!
The HDJ81s are now entering the US and are we in for a treat. The Diesel engines are not only incredible, but get 2x the MPGs compared to their gas powered counterparts.
From the naturally Aspired HZ1 to the 1HD-T, 1HD-FT, and the ultimate 1HD-FTE power plants. The 2 later giving 169hp and 280ft lbs of torque at low RPMs,
It will be interesting to see where the 80 series Land Cruiser market will go.
Most certainly it will be up.
As clean rust free low mileage models are more difficult to come across, the prices will reflect so.
In addition, most buyers these days are over landers, and they outfit their LC80s with armor, sliders, suspension lifts, roof racks and it isn't uncommon to see 20-25k worth of goodies being added to these Iconic Trucks.
That's right... Trucks not SUVs. These are body on frame construction... just like trucks.
The Land Cruiser has earned it's respect over the decades and the 80 series being the ultimate example of the Land Cruiser blood line.
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I can watch your channel all day dude. Bona-fide Toyotaholic here. Picked up a 2012 FJ mint a few months ago with only 66K miles!! Owned several 4Runners I've rigged out and currently rocking a Sequoia SR5 4WD for a fun ride! Very impressed with it thus far. If your ever in TN let's have a beer!
Thumbs up on that.
Sequoias are great!
And the FJs drive phenominally, and can be built to take on anything!
I have a 1996 FJ80 white/grey interior I have owed for roughly 20 years. I am the second owner and the vehicle has just over 200K. I have the engine up to date with 100% Toyota parts. All new hoses, belts, ignition parts, etc. Stainless 100% exhaust with stock muffler. I have had an issue or two with the exhaust manifold breaking studs and had it repaired. I have a custom double din stereo. I use Optima batteries in all my vehicles. I have the yellow top with a cold start new Toyota starter. Diff locks front and rear, Slee sliders replaced the running boards. All stock. Clean. I have been tempted to sell if the price was adequate but this is a really nice one. It is a great vehicle.
Sounds like a dialed in 80. Where is it located?
@@CruisingTheLand In North Carolina.
Interior upholestry? Pretty rare white and grey. Same with 100 series.
Aussie here… found this clip as I am doing a ground up rebuild on a diesel 80 series.
Over the years I have owned 4-5 HJ75 utes with the 2H motor… they were a bit of a slug but would keep going for forever and a day.
The factory turbo 2H was the 12HT found in the Toyota Sahara 61 series wagons and they were an iconic motor in their own right.
I had always promised myself an 80 series wagon and sourced one a few years ago that had been a project old mate lost interest in so got it relatively cheap. I started by getting the chassis completely stripped, sand blasted and painted and then all components (rubbers, bearings, brake rotors, etc) replaced and while that was happening the cab was at the panel beaters getting the limited amount of rust cut out and repaired and I got it painted in gun metal grey which is pretty much were I’m up to at the moment.
The original 1HZ motor I got rebuilt but subsequently sold as I decided I wanted to go with the 1HD-FT so will source one shortly and get that rebuilt so hopefully that will give me 500,000+ klm’s all things being equal 🙏
Still a helluva lot of work in front of me with brand new interior, refurbished dashboard with new vinyl, dual batteries, air bags in the rear, etc, etc but I’m confident the money and time I’m putting into this wagon will leave me with a better unit than what it was when it rolled off the show room floor… and what the hell it’s only money right ?… ya can’t take the shit with you when ya die
Hey Mate! I actually have a HJ61 with the 12HT motor. love it.
I also just (an hour ago) posted a video comparinf the 1HZ in my 73 to a 12HT in the 61...
Soon I will do a comparison with the 1HD-FT and 12HT, as they are different motors, but performance difference not noticeable IMO (stock vs stock).
I can say 300% that my HDJ81 drives better than when it left the showroom floor...
Just added King Shocks (resevoirs) and dual rate progessive springs from Icon.
Drives better than a brand new Cadillac! Love that 80!
I own a 997.2 gt3 with 7900 miles. it is perhaps the lowest mileage and nicest gt silver GT3 in the country. Very true about owning a Land Cruiser and a sports car. I am actually selling my GT3 as I don’t drive it. The market is absolutely crazy and it’s a very very rare Porsche.. I am either buying a 100 or an 80 after watching your video. Thanks for posting your channel is amazing.
Yes Porsche market is pretty nuts... especially for manuals.
GT3... you may need a supercharger or LS swap!
But driving a LC is different, you cruise, out on your good tunes and enjoy!
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Pretty funny about the Porsche and Toyota similarities. I bought a 997.2 GTS hard top in manual in 2016. It had 8,000 miles and I sold it for a $24K profit. Got into overland vehicles the same year and bought a 2000 Cherokee lifted on 37’s. Swapped out the Cherokee for a 97 FZJ80. So for a short period of time I had the 997.2 and an 80 series. Keeping the 80 (for now lol). Told wife one day I’ll be adding a 2021 200 series to the collection.
Just bought my first LC 2 weeks ago. ‘92 HDJ81, 1-HDT, AUTO, center lock only, 169k km. Loving it. Great video
You went straight to the best!
I bought my fj80 for 1500 with a trade for my 92 jeep Cherokee. Since then I have become a landcruiser lover. I didn't know about them until I bought mine. What made me interested in the truck were the third row, the bypass windows in the back and the lower front control arms. Since I've had it, I have done head gasket replacement, knuckle rebuild, new radiator, hoses now cleaned and balanced injectors tires and 2 inch lift and home made tire carrier. Also Yakima roof rack. Its a budget build basically, its what I can afford with my 3fe engine. Looks like storm trooper which I named it before you did yours
Storm Trooper is a good name!
Now I have Otis, Xmas Cruiser and Black Knight... gotta name them!
Love your channel mate.
I’m in Australia, have my own 97 ft 200hp cruiser and don’t think I’ll ever part with it.
Gets me all around Australia with no issues, 300,000kms 🤙
Nice!
What did you do for the extra 30hp?
You are only at 180k miles... here in the US, we call that just broken in.
You can easily get more than that out of it safely. It's basically a 315 HP downgraded Yanmar 6LPA motor. You don't need to do much to wake it up.
Picked my 94 up for 3K from the original owner who was an old hunter in Oregon 3 years ago. Rust free but needed much TLCs. My girlfriend joked it smelled like death as he probably had his kills in there. Aside from detailed cleaning inside out, i've done so much from dobinson suspensions, headgasket with rebuilt head, replaced almost every critical parts in the engine bay with all new genuine toyota parts. She breaths like a brand new truck. I did every single thing myself, and that creates a special bond. I love it like my own beast-child LOL.
That's sounds like a lifetime keeper!
48:28 “I’ve heard stories of people that got rear ended and nothing happened to their truck but the guy that hit ‘em - ooo, sorry lookin’. You don’t wanna hit a fully built Land Cruiser, folks.” Absolutely awesome and 100% true. Another great vid and an amazing stable of LCs. Very nice.
(Posting again ‘cause I posted in a reply by mistake earlier). Love the channel!!
Just bought a white 1991 1HDT manual 80 rust free. So stoked!
Nice! Took delivery already?
Where did you buy?
Here is the Dream Build on the Diesel 80: czcams.com/video/psrWI0lJ924/video.html
You are correct that my 1992 HDJ0 will stay with me until torn from my cold dead hands haha. I didn't realise that the laser cut keys were special - We also got these in Australia.
You have an amazing collection they are all as unique as eachother.
Thanks! Just wish we had access to the 79s... so beautiful! Gotta wait a few more years. But until then, these LCs will keep me happy.
I have a '92 80 series factory turbo diesel. Sweet as. Less than 300,000 on the clock. The solid front axle is great. Love that there is not a lot of fancy electronics on it and you can basically repair it in the field. Fitted with an intercooler and 3" exhaust it can really get up and boogy. Great for the Australian conditions.
Yes, seems on the diesels the 3" exhaust is the way to go.
I traded my 3rd gen 4runner for my rust free 94 FZJ80 factory locked with 197k miles and I absolutely love it. Best truck I’ve owned. It came lifted, with F/R bumpers and sliders. Just needs a paint job but I don’t mind the crappy paint job. Previous owner didn’t know what he gave up lol
Nice! Straight trade? You upgraded!
@@CruisingTheLand Yup Straight trade!
@@angeloleombruni2767 you came up!
I wonder why the guy traded you? Sounds like an interesting story? Was your t4r upgraded? 😊
You should tune into the Land Cruiser Podcast..Episode 1 we talked about 80 series.. Available now. Episode 2 will be next week. Will go into 60 vs 80 series. Also will share good 80 series leads between the subscribers.
great video. I just finished restoring my 60 series from the ground up, and had the serious itch for an 80. grew up around them and couldn't wait any longer, and finally found a mint emerald green 95' fzj80, 3x locker on BAT, ready to hit the mountains. anyways, thx a ton for making this content -- super rad trucks and great history lessons for the rest of us landcruiser nerds. keep up the great work brother. cheers!
Nice! 3x too!
I will check BaT for it.
About to sell my 97 Emerald Green. Such and awesome color, black in the shade.
Nice video. had a 92 with the 4.0 . loved it. and just got a triple locked 97 lx450 . nice trucks! love working on them, I like the european market ones too! with the diesel engine, rare there too!
Surprisingly I did learn a few things, nice job. The LX450 also comes with Laser cut keys which is the only value added upgrade from the FZJ80 IMHO. All the LX450 models also have the e-locker wiring harness if you can find a set of e-lockers.
Ahh, Lexus geta laser cut like the VX.. The harness prewired is like the 7 pin mod, where you can have a switch for the center lock when in high.
Love your channel and videos! Very informative and all great looking rigs you have! Just purchased a 91 LC 3FE tractor a few months ago and love it!
Nice! I like your reference to tractor... will go anywhere!
Outstanding education! We bought a 100 Series a year old in 2005. 2UZ-FE engine. The Lady has 275k miles currently with nothing done to drive train other than timing belts. Body is beautiful, stock but for the color matched LineXtra coating on factory bumpers & side body molding. Our plan is to drive it indefinitely and she wants to put 1M miles on it. At 10k / year I had to break the bad news….she won’t live long enough!
lol.. put the 100 in the will.
Another great video, very informative, I love a diesel 👍🏼, keep them coming,
I LIKE YOU'RE 80 BECAUSE I HA E ONE JUST LIKE THAT COLOR AND THANKS FOR SHARING YOUR KNOWLEDGE ABOUT IT
Which one? The Black, Moonglow Pearl or Emerald Green?
Yes Forrest green
1990 JDM HDJ81 owner here. It has the 1-HDT, 16” Mickey Thompson Baja lock wheels, 32” Falkens and I am just starting out. It was imported in 2021. Going to be fun.
Love your informative channel.You seem to really know your Toyota facts.Im in Melbourne Australia with a 80 series HDFT 440,000 KMS. and realize it's a rare and sweet ride.Its the perfect touring vehicle ie.Large interior but economical to run- I'm getting 12 litres/100kms on a country run.
Thats 20 miles a gallon.. sure beats the petrol!! And sounds wayy better too!
Wow! I got a trooper and still looking for finances to make it look this clean. Love your collection.
Thanks for great over views your all Landcruiser these all are very good vehicles, I owned LC80 diesel 1995 and LC100 diesel 2005 both are the best☺️
Diesels rule!
Great video thx!!
I'm in the process of letting got of my 2wd 05Tundra for a new 4x4 Tundra/ Sequoia of the early 2000s but damn these 80 series Land Cruisers look so cool and that diesel is a beaute!
Love the land cruiser vids man👌! I purchased a 1997 LX450 completely stock with 240k miles, rust-free in over all great condition back in June 2021 for $8500 here in San Antonio, TX. Just did some catch-up maintenance and have been using it as my daily driver. Love it.
You got a great deal, that is as good as it gets of a deal for 2021!
I got a Lx 450 about 5 years ago with 125k for my wife. It now has 192k…we need to get together and compare notes. I’m also in SA
You guys have to come out to a OCYota nights on Katella.. All Toyota (LX) trucks
@@CruisingTheLand awesome, will have to look into that for sure! Just yesterday I purchased a 2010 LX570 with 147k miles which I will be using to tow a small travel trailer. Absolutely love these trucks! Sold my Silverado 2500HD 4x4 for the LX570 and am excited to be in the powerful LX570 as a family and tow vehicle.
@@andresd9146 you will love that 5.7L 383hp... its standard in a 200 series, but a "Hemi" in a dodge! (Comparable V8 for power). Best quality V8 you can get.
Bought my second LC 4 weeks ago. ‘96 HDJ80, 1-HDFT, Manual, triple locked, 145k km. Loving it.
nice! that FT is saweeeet!
what is your 1st LC?
Hey bro great vid. You brought up some old school stuff when you mentioned HKS stuff. I want to assume we prob grew up around same genre / Era of cars and trucks. Good catch on the 1HDT. I am currently looking to do a petrol to diesel swap on my 97 FZJ80, but if I can get my hands on a JDM 1HDT I may go that route instead. Congrats again on this recent addition! Too bad you weren't closer I'd like to grab a pop with ya and talk more about Cruisers. I left OC mid 90s amd call Bay Area home. CHEERS!
Yes, good ol' HKS on the Toyota Supra (1988 model). That turbo would knock your head back even at 120mph when you went WOT...
The diesel swap sounds great. The ultimate being a 1HD-FTE.
There's a cimoany in Austin TX that will do it for you, for a mere 36k!! Lol... better just to buy one done.. swap your gear from the FZJ to the HDJ and call it a day. Would be wayyyy more economical and less head aches.
I will do a review soon of the FZJ vs HDJ... just want 1000 or so miles under the belt.
@@CruisingTheLand very well. Looking forward to that comparison. I owned a 1989 SUPRA. 1992 GTS Corolla but also a 1991 HONDA CRX SI.
Hey! Such an insightful enjoyable video to watch. I live in Scotland and was able to get a 96' 1hdt with 210k miles for £6400 (7,945 USD approx) nice and tidy underneath with a 2 inch old man emu lift on her
I dig your videos. I would say the locker adds closer to $10k. You're right on adding an ARB locker with compressor is going to run $4k-$5k; and, ARB isn't as reliable.
There are aftermarket elocker solutions too.. definitely there is a premium on Factory Lockers, but 10k may be steep... maybe 3-5k since with solid axles, you can still do this as an add on.
Only commenting because you told me to. kidding. Great vid and appreciated. Hoping to look at a nice stock 80 tomorrow! Thanks for the carfax reminder.
keep us posted on the 80! Good Luck
Picked up my locked 93 without a spot of rust, the truck spent 14+ years in Colorado, 240k miles, roof rack, rear bumper, head/valves was done + 6k in receipts, car is an electrical virgin minus the fog lights for 11k
Nice! When you need a car cover LMK. Made for 80 series with roof racks. 130 shipped black or grey.
Thanks for sharing! very informative!
Glad it was helpful!
love your stuff. I have 92 HDJ 80 TD it has just gone over 500,000klms It is now getting a nose to tail, Motor, gearbox, diffs and undercarriage. I have driven it all over the Australian outback. So it is getting the works. I also have a 79 series HDJ 24 valve EFT tray back, what a vehicle. I have put 2.5 ton on the back.
I have owned BJ40 shorty, 60 series TD 12HT, 80 HDJTD and the 79 Series HDJ EFT. They are the best offroad vehicle ever built. As a commercial photographer I have worked all over the world on industry and minning, they always supplied Toyota as a loan vehicle. I have also driven Jeep, Landrover, Mitsubishi, Suzuki, and Subaru. Nothing compares to the 80 series.
Wow, beautiful collection of Cruisers 👍and Great video.
I like that FZJ80 “trucks” mods (Mine have similar mods “Slee”).
own 1978 FJ40, ‘14 FJ cruiser, ‘04 Lx470 and ‘97 FZJ80. The most enjoyable ride is on 80 and 40 series ; Unexplainable feelings 🙂
Driving each gives a different experience. Today's cars, it get in, go, get out... no emotion. The 40, 60, 80 etc... its all about the journey, the soul and the experience... I love 'Honey do lists" with any of these rigs!
@@CruisingTheLand agreed on that.
Wow, that Diesel sounds very healthy 💪🏽
I really enjoyed the tour of your great toyota. I have a 94 80 series triple locked. I live in the UK and had to replace both wings and a shed load of welding to get it right. Front and rear arb stle bumpers and expedition rack. I'm getting there but will never be as clean as yours
it is tough to have 100% clean when you put the truck to its purpose!
Cool video. I might add here in South Africa most of our 80s have 5spd manual gearboxes and aren't permanent 4wd. We also have to get out and lock the front hubs. The 4500 six is carburetor fed with no significant smog equipment. Proper old school. Still love them though.
5spd is only a dream in US in a 80,100 or 200
Amazing review.
I bought a 1992 a few months back for 4000 with a dead #6 injector I had it replaced and all injector cleaned and flow tested, now doing a radiator and cooling system overhaul, then I’m going to address the rear main seal, and then I should be ready for so beginners trials.
Thats a great deal!
Man I want a cruiser so bad. Beautiful cars that will keep going up in value. Sadly the Japanese cruisers are going to shoot up in price just like the legendary Japanese sports cars that are now being imported.
Those are some sweet cruisers you have! I own a hdj81 1hdt, vx Limited, triple locked, factory winch, heated seats, fridge all the cool stuff. And i live in the US. The Maintenance is getting up there, great rig tho. I love the ride and enjoy getting the odd looks when I'm driving on the wrong side.
I prefer the RHD...
Key is to find a good shop for maintenance too.
I agree, i have been to 2 off road shops, and been disappointed twice, I think I'm going to do repairs myself. I enjoy the channel, keep up the video, I enjoy the no editing no BS videos
Purchased my 92 FJ80 last year for $3600, needed an engine. Replaced with another 3F-E, replaced all hoses, radiator, gaskets, plugs/wires/cap/rotor, vacuum lines, intake boot, new front calipers and rear wheel cylinders, four new tires & used wheels(Cooper at3 235/85R16 with Tacoma steelies), and an ARB bumper (was missing when purchased). Probably have $10k into it now. Three 1500+ round trip adventures in already, solid truck no issues. Deals are out there if you look & you’re ready to get dirty.
absolutely! Well played!
awesome dream machines u have there dude.. 👍🤙
I have the 97 FZJ80, bought it in 2005 w 80k on it now it has 327k best vehicle ever.. I mean no they suck you don't want one.. your gas mileage will be 12-16.MPG if you are lucky..
Smiles per gallon
Yes good ol' SMG
You are doing a solid 15k a year.
Look into a Diesel!
You couldnt get them in 2005, but you can now! Save in fuel
@Cruising The Land bro you got some nice cruisers... well done. Grew up around an FJ40, 45, and a 60 series still have it and Fzj80 is my daily. Brother has the 97 FZJ80 also....I so wish we could get the pick ups that the Aussies and Africa, Mid East get.. things are so nice, like the Namibia Double cab 70 series. Straight axle 4.5l V8.. Cmon US..
Tahoma Ca.
@@scotteppers well, we have access to 1996 and 1997 LCs now!
@@CruisingTheLand NICE!!. Love your channel
I love both 80 and 100s. I have 1997 and 2004. I bought a 2001 LC in Champagne Pearl last year with 211,000 miles for my son who is about to start driving. I thought it would be a reliable and safe truck but he doesn't seem interested in something that large or gas hungry. So now, I'm probably going to have to sell it. In your video you talk about overlanding add-ons increasing the price but what about stock/unmolested versions that have all maintenance up to date? (I have done the timing belt, water pump, thermostat, fan bracket & clutch, idler & tensioner, radiator, hoses, tees, front wheel bearing service, rotors and pad on all four corners, sunroof cables, BFG KO2s, new AC system, all new fluids, muffler, PCV, front seat leather and many other things to basically make this beast as good as new.) I was thinking of trying Bring a Trailer since casual buyers typically don't understand the cruiser cult (sorry, I mean fanaticism). Or am I stuck and should add a moderate lift with ARB front bumper and snorkel to "expedition it out"?
You could try BaT or CL and also list on ih8mud. People like to hear maintenance is done, but they somewhat expect that.
If you kept it and build it out, perhaps your son will suddenly become interested! Especially when his friends comment how cool it is!
Is he really ready for the LC? Maybe sell that 01 and get him a more appropriate first Toyota like a 3rd gen 4Runner 🤷♂️ The kids love em, They are as reliable as anything (getting pricey though) the Land Cruisers littler sibling performing well with a few more mpg and plenty of room, safety features and capabilities... Or just tell him go work and buy whatever he wants lol
@@brodeclocationservices2570 my daughter is driving my HJ61 diesel, and loves it!
Cool video, nice landcruiser collection you have
I'm Australian I've got 3
1994 1FZFE 4.5 GXL petrol auto
1991 1HDT factory 4.2 Turbo diesel 5spd
2020 VX 200 series 4.5 twin turbo v8
I love my landcruisers great tow cars which is all I do , I don't go off road
I'll happily sell an American either one of my 80 series 😁
I run an 80 series facebook page with near 100k members worldwide they are so popular and I love seeing other cultures and countries enjoy them
I'd love to visit the landcruiser heritage museum in salt Lake city one day if I ever make it to America
Interesting... we don't have the Lexus badged 80 series here in Australia.
So, My Dad bought a 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser 80 series off his Owner in 1999. I just acquired it. The interior is immaculate still. I live in Phoenix and want to make it road ready. It runs and drives but needs some brake work done and it overheats. I purchased a pesky heater hose to bypass but other than what I just told you, I don’t know even where to Start. I would Love to hear from the Channel Creator any info on where I should begin or if he knows of a Land Cruiser Specialist in Phoenix or Cali if I had to take it there. I open to Getting this thing back as a Daily driver. I have amazing memories as a Teenager in this Bad Boy.
Nice! I had work done before at Camelback Toyota, but dont know of any independent shops.
I just know in Orange County.
Good informative vid!
On your free 'truck' man maths, have you considered running on vegetable oils? there's a whole litany of info on SVO / Veg oil + diesel mix in various quantities. Can even collect waste oil FoC from fast food outlets a lot of the time
I haven't tried that. I actually stay away from the 20% biofuel diesel and just stick to No2. They weren't thinking that back in the 90s... friend just brought a 2020 Mercedes to shop... low compression in one of the cylinders. Mercedes blames ethanol in the mix...
I got my own lc 80 black but not limited . The one and only .. i envy you bro .. nice collection you got there
Come and join the Land Cruiser Podcast! Starts next week, will have discounts on products and great Cruiser ideas, suspensions, overlanding etc...
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My LX450 has the “laser cut” key. I didn’t know the Toyota version was a regular key. Now I know…cheers!
Hi! I just found your channel yesterday! Great stuff here!!! I grew up in the 1980s in Massachusetts with my father owning a total of six Landcruisers. A 1983 and 1986 LC 60 Series, 1991, 1994 and 1995 80 Series as well as a 2004 100 Series. I am now living in Bucharest, Romania and of course we get the diesels. The LC 300 is not being imported to the European Union although it is sold in Russia and was being imported to Romania before the war for a few months. It's double taxed, first to Russia and then to Romania which is the EU, so the price tag is around 160k euros although at least now the USD is on par or better than the euro which was not the case a few months ago. A guy on my street has a first generation LC 200 (2008-2012). Just walked by it last night. I am hoping to get the new 2.8 204 hp diesel LC 150 Prado myself!
Nice, the Diesels are amazing! I would go for a 300 diesel.. 750 torque? Here we can get a LX600, but 6cyl twin turbo... booo
@@CruisingTheLand The LC 300 diesel is available here in Romania for 160k euro imported via Russia from before 24 February 2022.
I've had my eyes on these Diesel 80's for years. My only worry is having someone local who can maintain it if there are issues as there are bound to be with a 25 year old truck. Hopefully I can find someone who feels comfortable working on one here in Utah.
Ih8tmud
Not a ton to work on fortunately. Everything besides the engine is just a regular old Toyota and the engine is essentially bullet proof. You can do most stuff yourself with a basic tool kit and some CZcams help. If you can find one, grab it!
I just bought a mint 97 l450 for $1,000 from a pick and pull yard, nothing was wrong with it and nothing was gone except the aftermarket stereo, got a key made and started right up, been driving it ever since, installed a lift, 35's, built front and rear bumpers, love it
Thats a crazy deal!
@@CruisingTheLand Definitely a lottery hit lol, but theres always deals people just have to keep your eyes open!
hellow good moorning! wow amaginz toyotas bro! im from Spain! and just bought on serie 60 hj61 turbo!
Hey there!
Have seen a couple Cruisers coming in from Spain... you guys are letting them go!
How much for 60 and 80 series there?
Lc 80 is superstar of LC
Im in CA so my 80 is mainly used for mall crawling and in n out drive thru trails. However my truck is low mileage (156k) and is fairly clean. I was talking to my tire guy when I was getting new rubber for the 80, he said "it's stupid to think that these trucks or really any other clean Toyota 4x4's will drop in price. It's not like more clean low mileage 80's are gonna keep popping up especially for cheap"
Nice! Do you have lockers, for when you go in the In N Out trail? Although center locker will get you through.
I just got a 1994 fzj80 a few days ago. It’s amazing. This car awoke a life long passion in me
I hear ya! I just got a 95 FZJ on Friday, (posts on my IG: Landcruiser949) Just having fun bringing it back to its Showroom condition. I will post the transformation video soon on YT. Did the compounding this weekend...
@@CruisingTheLand awesome! I just followed your Instagram. I’m trying to deal with a code 71 EGR Valve issue right now 😭
That black diesel is the nicest 80 I’ve ever seen!
I go with the gray one
Great video. Love these cars. I grew up with the 80 series, 1st LC my father bought. He now drives a 200 VXR and I just bought myself an 80 a week ago.
Do you have any more info on the "roobar" you mentioned thats on the black 80?
That Roobar is a Jaos bar... which is a Japanese company.. I had one also on a 100 series. Attaches to frame, leaving OEM bumper intact vs a full front bumper armor.
I just bought a 1997 TRD Supercharged Triple Locked 40th Anniversary Edition 80 Series and absolutely love it
Damn... you got a top 1 percentile 80!
I have the same in mint condition-would never sell it for the world
I'll give you $95k for it.
@@CruisingTheLand Nah-some things are just irreplaceable
I agree! Love it!
In 2020, I bought a 1 owner 1996 80 series in VA for $13k. No rust with 188k miles on it. It’s bone stock but I plan to build it out over time.
I love your channel and keep up the great LC content!
Nice, thats a good deal, as prices started going up before the pandemic on Cruisers. The build is thr fun part, take your time amd enjoy each upgrade!
Last year i got my 1993 Land Cruiser with 200,000 miles in mexico for $3500, the previous owner didnt know what he had, has a different transmision and some issues, but nothing to worry about :)
Sweet video man, tons of good info 👌 FINALLY got myself an 80 a few weeks ago. '94 Rust free triple locked California cream puff with a cool 285k miles for $5k
Miles don't scare me my buddy had one with 750k on it...
Great deal!
Just went up a couple inches via the good ol OME standard :) Loving it!!
@@brodeclocationservices2570 the OME is solid, and 2-3" is a world of difference
WTF. Where was it sold (site)? I’ve been obsessing over checking for a good one and missed that lol
@@CA11100 It was a buddies I been hounding him to sell it to me for the last 5 years lol Thing sat for 2 of those years... They are far and few, keep hunting!! I would start knocking on doors at that point. I see them in yards and driveways occasionally, I'm not past inquiring within lol
I just got myself a 93 fj80 from Japan. rust free with 115k miles. cant wait to get it
you got a 1FZ-FE from japan?
I'm in Australia my 80 is 32 year's old and still taking me around Australia just got back from Cape York AND back to Melbourne 12 000 miles later. Only 300thousand on the clock😁. Best Machine on the Planet ☺️
300k on the clock (180 miles..) is nothing... its only at its 1/3 Life... before major engine overhaul.
Just landed a 91 rust free 80 series for..... $200. I has a lot of miles but in great shape for sitting around in a field for years. Body is 👌 too. I feel so lucky to have an 80 now
wow. you might have the record!
Now i know why 80 series are expensive! Thanks for the infos!
Hey mate I get 1200kms from both fuel tanks running a 1hz absolute stock motor. 94 model 80 DX part time 4wd and considered bottom of the range, wind up windows ect. Not much can go wrong as it's so basic which I Love! I don't need the fancy shit just a reliable beast tough as nails that I can cross a desert with or climb a mountain. The 80 series is the best one in my opinion. Love your vids. Love your channel. Cheers
Definitely sounds like one sweet ride. They just dont build them like this anymore.... oh wait, they do! The 70 series! But the 80 is at the peak!
In 2016 moved from Canada to Australia. Convinced I would buy an 80 series, 6 months later bought a mint grandpa spect 1994 GXL 80 series with only 185000k on the clock. I will never sell it, love these “ YES “ trucks👍
is a GXL a Diesel? yes they are keepers!
@@CruisingTheLand GXL is a trim level for Land Cruisers in Aus. Could be either the petrol or turbo diesel.
Love the videos and your take on diesels in the 80 series. With that said, have you had any issues finding mechanics to work on these engines? Issues with parts availability? I'm seriously weighing the diesel vs gas engine but worry a bit about finding a shop. Since Toyota engines are very reliable, and since I already own a 6.7 Ford and love it, I'd like to have another diesel in the line up. Thanks for your feedback.
I just snagged a ‘95 hdj81 w/ 69k original miles, rust free. Love this 1hdft.
Welcome to the club! They are the ultimate.
I grew up in a 1995 land cruiser. My dad sold it a few years ago, now I want it back.
Growing up in a Land Cruiser is better than being homeless... Most call it Overlanding, and 80 is best way to do it...
JK... 😂😂 Yeah.. My first LC was a new 1995 Emerald Green 80..
We always return to them... Not too late to pick one up. And when you build it out, they are the ultimate!
Actually the 80 series was not the last landcruiser with a solid front axle... While it didn't come to the US , there was a version of the 100 series called the 105 which had a solid axle.
It was intended for the 3rd world where it was often used on bad roads and no roads.
True, the good Old 105..
Nice video. I bought a 1993 LC (triple locked) for $3500 with 330k miles. Owned for one year now and put on 6k miles...running like a champ here in MD. I did replace the throttle body, belts, hoses, brakes and added 33" tires. Also painted white. Use on back roads and surf fishing. Wondering on how much I could sell it for in a year or so.
I'm thinking of buying my aunt's 1996 triple locked FZJ80. 166k but it needs some work. Is there a Maryland Landcruiser club?
Check on ih8mud, there must be a MD group.
Even in the states the 80s are going up in price and sought after wow
Absolutely!
"Free" Land Cruiser. This dude is either a lawyer, a salesman, or both :)
80 series with an LS 5 speed manual in engine bay and a Jaguar x-type
Nice!
The best of the best.
Great vid. The math on how you got the diesel LC for free is the same I use when I buy all my stuff lol
lol.. True!
You know the 1HD-FT is basically the same engine as the Yanmar 6LPA and they are rated for 315 HP all day every day, that's how derated the 24 valve motor is which means with just putting on an intercooler, 3" exhaust, a turbo wastegate tuner to bring the boost pressure up to 17 or 18 PSI & a good tune up, your easily up around 260HP at the back wheels & the engine turns into a Beast. And because it was originally designed for 315 HP, doing this doesn't effect it reliability one bit. I got a clean 80 series from the desert & like everyone else will keep it forever. This is the last of the solid front diff no electronic rubbish vehicles. The newer 4 by's are car 4 wheel drives where the wishbone suspension folds up & hits the ground every time you drive through a dip with wheel ruts. It took me 2 years to find this one & it's awesome
Hey Jamie thanks for your content I watch all of it. I have a 200 series I got after watching your stuff I love it I want a push bar like the one on this 80 series do you have any resources for something like that
Aussie here my other car is also an 80 series lol
Yes, when given an option of car #2, #3, you guys just add more Land Cruisers!
@@CruisingTheLand They are too good not to, both 1hz's, one it turbo manual and the other is n/a auto
Great Video! Question: I have a 96 FZJ 80 similar build to yours. I also have the Demon Hooks 2.0. What type of D-ring shackle isolator and washers do you have? Thanks for the fantastic content, keep it coming!
The Shackle isolator and rubber rings were just bought on ebay/amazon.. universal set.. to stop and swinging or knocking
@@CruisingTheLand Thank you very much! Looking forward to more vids 👍🏻👍🏻
Amazing Landcruisers mate! Did you guys ever get the 1994 blue marlin editions over there?
South African here, living in Scotland - who's into Cruisers, and has an xjs 3.6 manual, with sports pack, as a daily.
Unfortunately it's now a lot more convenient to have a 4.5 petrol with an lpg conversion, in the UK, than it is to own the diesel. Fortunately people actually use the lpg, which means you can usually find one with a blown head gasket, for peanuts.
How dors Propane affect HP, what do they do in that conversion?
@@CruisingTheLand not sure about hp, but tends to blow head gaskets because the combustion temps are much higher.
Get rid of the jag get a cruiser mate
@@matthewbrownridge4370 I've got one. I'm currently looking for a second. Got a bumper sticker for the back window, 'Your mother's an electric car'.
Do you recall what tire dimensions you had on these stock wheels? I’ve seen 315/75, just curious what you had if you remember.
Triple lock 1996 LC. Usdm. 209k miles
Just finished watching. Picked up a 94 fzj80 for 6k with 184000 miles a year ago in Oregon. No lockers all oem. No problems at all except for AC needs a new pulley that’s about it which is not a big deal.
Suggestions on where to start for upgrades?
Nice! Worth alot more today!
For upgrades are you thinking suspension, bumpers/armor, tires or mechanical?
Ha ha, I'm looking at buying a 94 fzj80 to park next to my 89 supra turbo, a sports car and a fourby definitely is the way to go.....even here in Australia ❤ the content. Price wise I'm looking at around $13k for this decent one in that dark emerald green but I've seen asking prices over $30k for mint ones, beaten up shitters go for $6k - $8k.
I wanna pull you up on two things you said in the beginning. It's a 1HD-FT not a 1HDT-FT. And also.. the 80 series only came with the FT motor. Not the FTE. That was only in the 100 series with IFS front. People buy petrol 105 series with solid front axles and swap the FTE motor into them from the 100 so they can have the best of both worlds. That was Toyota's biggest mistake in their history. Not putting the FTE into the 80 series from factory
You are correct! I just researched it more... and see that:
The 1HD FTE didnt arrive until 99/2000 They were only available in the 78/79/100 series
The last of the 80 series had the 1HD FT which was available from 1995-1998.
I must have seen a conversion in a 80 to the FTE.
So good news is I have the best engine in a 80... but now the HDJ100 is on my bucket list!
Still very new to diesels, and will correct that in my up coming videos on FZJ vs HDJ and 1HD-FT vs 1HZ vs 12HT...
@@CruisingTheLand thanks for the acknowledgement and quick reply :) yes you are correct and you are one lucky bastard let me say that! you have the super rare 80! the FT is the holy grail haha. I am from Australia and we are just lucky in the fact that most landcruisers are diesels here, i know more about them. Our country relies heavily on mining and agriculture so most applications need diesel. And most of our population drive japanese cars they are popular here. So best of both worlds :) I own an 80 too, just a humble 1HZ, non turbo, super slow but the most reliable engine it came out with in my humble opinion :) some aussies over here have claims of over 1 million ks on theirs
@@paulgriffiths7399 I like the 1HZ engine. Have it in my HZJ73, which is rolling on 37s, and power I find is decent. Gets up to 80mph (130kms), just takes a little time. You guys have had diesels all these years in Land Cruisers, and we are just dixovering them!
@@CruisingTheLand that's so awesome you have a 73! And on 37s haha that's so cool! Australia sucks with their laws. We can only have 33inch legally . I wanted to ask if you don't mind what did you pay final price landed from Japan for your amazing 117k mile FT 80 series?
Which replacement leather did you go with on the Emerald Green?
What headlights lights are those on the Silver 80? 200 series lights ? They look amazing!
Angel Eyes
Hi. I live in Poland and have same Toyota addiction as You Man:) Have overland build Sequoia 2006 , HJ61 1989, 4 runner and Lex 570 as yours. I used to have lx450 but sold it and now after 2 years I heve missed so much that I am on market to buy another one.
80 series is my favourite Toyota of all time. We have many diesels but hard to find a low miles with clean rust free one. Can you tell me what is the main difference between a 12valve vs 24valve turbo diesels? I adore you 40 series green one and planning to just have 40-61-80 series with lx570 on my parking lot. I will be the happiest man on earth waking up and looking at them beside my wife and kids of course:))
Keep doing what you are doing because is great knowledge for others and inspiration.
Yes, bit by the Land Cruiser bug! A good addiction to have.
The 24 valve runs a little more power. I will post soon a comparison if the 1HZ vs 12 HT Diesel motors, then a 12HT vs 1HD-FT difference.
I gotta say, the HJ61 just cruises along... had it out this weekend, and California Highways flow of traffic is about 75-80mph, and the 61 not only keeps pace, but cruises by most. Running 33s.
My hdj 61 is a manual with 12ht and goes like champ. I am planing to buy a hdj80 and the one i have a eye on is a 12 valve 4.2 diesel from 1994 with all 3 lockers with clean frame. So I am thinking is that a big difference between a 24valve?
Sold my 3G4R to buy a bone stock 95 FZJ triple locked back in 2018, one of the best vehicles ever made in my opinion. -CPACruiser 🤙🏼 Get ya some soft shackle recovery points for those bad boys 🥸
Looking at a 97 with 198K, still waffling but your videos are convincing me
97... last year of the 80. 198k not bad, as lomg as regular maintainence was performed.
You forgot to mention one of the best things about the diesel 80, timing belt only runs around cam and injector pump! So if she snaps set your marks and you’re on your way again! Crank and cam are gears, last a lifetime!
oh wow! I just learned something new... and pretty darn huge!