My mom bought a LX470 new in 2005 then passed it on to me. I love that thing and lovingly refer to it as "The Tank". It's just over 250,000 miles and I'm hoping to keep it for as long as I possibly can! I often make fun of my MPG but it just comes with the territory. I have done an experiment where I tried premium and non premium and noticed a slight increase in MPG with the premium but not much, I just stick with the grade down unless I'm going on a long road trip. Take care of your LX because it will definitely take care of you!
Ayyyy my dad hasd a 2005 lx470, which was passed down to me for my first car, its got 201,xxx miles on it now, and reeks like cigarette smoke because of me and my dad, but at 8.2 miles to the gallon Ol' Bessie/The Tank/Chitty Chitty Bang Bang/The Cig Rig keeps chuggin and I wouldn't trade her for the world
Thanks for your honest opinion on the LX470. You're right, the Toyota IFS is not quite as good off-road as a solid front axle, but it is a very stout and proven unit. If you wanted to lift your Cruiser 3-4 inches, I would recommend doing a front diff drop that will help keep the CV axles from destroying themselves. However, I bet you like the nice ride and positive steering feel while pulling your trailer at 85mph on the highway. By the way, the best way to get better fuel economy is to slow down. You would probably save quite a bit of fuel at 70mph vs 85mph, especially while towing a brick of a trailer behind you, and a fully loaded roof rack. Although you can use regular fuel, Lexus says only in emergency conditions and to revert to 91 octane as soon as possible. Here's how it works, when you use regular, lower octane fuel, the engine computer retards the timing of the engine, which means less power is available. That forces you to put your foot in it more to get the same perceived performance, hence wasting more fuel. Another thing that is common over time, is a carbon build up in the cylinders and valves due to the constant overly rich mixture that is spraying into the cylinders . This is because the computer is trying to compensate for the low quality fuel you are putting into it. Also, it is quite common to start plugging up your catalytic converter because of the rich mixture as well. You'll know when you get a check engine light, and cats are not cheap. The best policy, if you plan to keep your Lexus, is to put in it what the factory has listed in your owners manual, including fuel, engine oil, oil filter, coolant, transmission oil, diff lubes, and transfer case fluid. You don't have to use a Toyota brand, but insure the oil weights are adhered, to and the coolant is compatible with Toyota products. Unlike American made vehicles, the Japanese are very particular in their engineering standards.
I bought a 2002 LX470 one year ago. The engine is legendary. I love this truck. Rust however is an issue (in the Netherlands). Fuel usage is also legendary but bearable when driving on LPG.
I'm on my 6th Land Cruiser, after you own one especially those who use them and go overlanding or offroad trips you understand why cruiser owners are lifetime fans and most of us end up owning more than one. I choose the LC trim over the Lexus so I can dial in my suspension and lift. I'll take the reliability over the mpg's every day. Currently drive a 08 200 series with 160K I love it for overland trips and it does everything well the 5.7 is the most powerful LC I've owned.
Bought our 98 Land Cruiser with 160,000 miles 7 years ago, and it looked and drove like new. Since owning I've replaced the brake pads, alternator, upgraded to an Odyssey battery, changed the front outer wheel bearings, replaced sway bar bushings, plus regular maintenance. Total cost of ownership so far ~$11,000 minus tires and oil changes. 241k miles now and she still drives like new. (And is worth $7,000) $4000/84 months is $47.62 per month owning one of the very best off-road vehicles ever made. PS mine has center and rear diff locks, not A-TRAC
Robert Brown I wish mine had diff locks. I have the center lock at least. As I said in my video, I’m not unhappy with my purchase and still think I made the right choice, but they are not infallible like some would leave you to believe.
There is an absolute ton of aftermarket stuff for these in Australia, with the aussie dollar being relatively lower at the moment you may be able to import direct. Diff locks and suspension are very well supported here and it may be cheaper.
The only problem vehicles out there are right hand drive.I live in Australia and own a Sahara 100 series 4.2 TDI.much better as far fuel economies. I may also ad if you have issues with weight problems with hydrolic suspension you can fit air bags at the back .that's what I've done. Works a treat.
One of the best reviews I’ve seen so far, one day I hope to own one of these, I love this particular Lexus it will be a perfect match for the roads in my country Liberia, thanks once again.
Love the Land Cruiser Btw you should’ve gone for 80 series if you wanted to fit bigger tyres and required front solid axle. You have all the benefits of the 100 series with additional of a solid front axle. Or you could looked for an Australian import 105 series which is a 100 series with a solid axle and driver trains from the 80 series. It comes with a 4.2D inline 6 1HZ or a 4.5L Petrol inline 6 1FZ-FE.
The 80 wasn't an option for me specifically because of the engine. I needed a vehicle that could tow my Offroad camper and the 80 sucks at that. Other than that, I love the 80. That being said, I am in the process now of putting solid axles under my 100! make sure to subscribe to watch the build as my first video should be going live in a week or so.
@@shaweehillsworkshop4226 Yes’ you can swap the front suspension for a 105 series Solid Axle. That will be the best 👍 Subscribed to see your video on that.
My wife’s…2004 has a cutout an insert in the frame crossmember…you can get a pintle hitch and get rid of the class 3 underneath…but I do love them, I’ve had a 93…and still have a 95 triple locked on 37’s and my wife has a 2004 lx470…I’ve had tons of pickups and tacos too, they just make good stuff
the only issue i ever had is that its so reliable that my problem was the bolts generally seized up when i really do need to take off parts. most of the electronics ive had a problem with only needed to be removed and cleaned up instead of replacement. in my experience just make sure you keep your transaxle and differential fluids and drive shaft grease maintained with all that overlanding.
Albert Lam I’ve definitely had a lot more problems than you. Fuel pump went out, alternator went out, and when I took it out realized it already had a Toyota remanufactured one on it so it was the second replacement. AHC is failing, amplifier died, variable timing is messing up. It’s getting to the point that I’m not sure if it’s worth trying to keep going. May be time to cut my losses
Kevin Durant not sure what the owner could have done to prevent any of the problems I’ve had. I just had to replace the alternator again, so this makes the 4th alternator that’s been on this truck. And now my steering rack has started leaking.
@@shaweehillsworkshop4226 did you sell it? It's actually not your altenator that's gone bad, it's the DVD player installed by the dealer that drains the battery when the car is off. I bought mine with 99k + miles, and it would not keep charge after one day sitting. I did some research and the owners b4 me changed the alternator and battery three times, thinking it was not charging correctly. I was still puzzled about the battery issue. One day I was sitting in the car with everything off and I started hearing something from the back and surely enough, it was the rear DVD player cycling. I disconnected it and the electrical issue is gone. The battery keeps charge for more than a week. Did not tested to failure.
Yes you should have a great run with that vehicle. I have a couple, a 62 series high roof for the last 24 years, it has 700k on the clock, original, my "campervan" with all the usual stuff for outback trips in Oz and an LX470 l, with lockers and all the usual outback necessities also, including 141L fuel tanks standard here in Oz and uprated springs for the AHC(standard LC 100 rear springs and adjusted up front 13 turns!). you're right that once you have one you'll learn to really appreciate it and keep it for a long time. They don't just feel solid they are. Given the right maintenance they will last for as long as that is done. Yes they love a drink but it's offset by its quality, capability and reliability many times over. "Bullet proof" as long as they are not abused badly, they won't break things.abuse them badly, they will break, it's reality. Still the 62 series was the first Toyota I bought and is the cheapest vehicle I've owned. I'm 62 and had a few cars and 4WD's in my time.
I am reposting this as it's own comment to help the community. If you have experienced battery loosing juice after sitting for a couple of the days, your mechanic or dealer may suggest bad alternator (not charging correctly) or the fuse/relay box by the driver's footwell (which will cost you $2k+). It's actually none of them, it's the DVD player installed by the dealer in the back that drains the battery when the car is off. I bought mine with 99k + miles, and it would not keep charge after one day sitting. I did some research and the owners b4 me changed the alternator and battery three times, thinking it was not charging correctly. I was still puzzled about the battery issue. One day I was sitting in the car with everything off and I started hearing something from the back and surely enough, it was the rear DVD player cycling. I disconnected it and the electrical issue is gone. The battery keeps charge for more than a week. Did not tested to failure.
I had a 2002 and a 2006. Regular fuel doesn't give you good fuel economy and the engine will run a little sluggish. Though I almost always used premium fuel (Costco prices are great) on the road I sometimes would use mid-grade. I found the fuel economy was almost the same as premium and no sluggish engine. I now have a 2014. I've gotten as much as 17mpg on the road, much better than the 14 to 15 max on my previous ones. BTW, I'm Anal about keeping track of mpg. I keep a record of my miles and gallons refueled at every fill up, so these are very accurate numbers. Remember, these are 3 ton vehicles...heavier than a suburban!
Picked on up this week, one thing I was not expecting was how high the registration would be at the DMV. Just over $400 here in NC. It should not be that much next year but still.
Yeah every time I'm loading up my 99 LX 470 (Smokey Topaz Metallic color, dark tint, BFG AT K/0's) with the target stands , targets, tannerite, my Colt 6940, Benelli M1 S90 reg. 14" SBS, Colt 1911.45acp, H&K 9mm, Armalite AR-50 .50bmg, etc. I always lament and curse the flag flying in my front yard, thinking damn this Nation of mine! If we could only get the diesel engine in our Toyota and Lexus 4x4 SUVs... THEN WE'D TRULY BE LIVING FREE LIKE ALL THOSE FOLKS IN ALL THE REST OF THE WORLD!
I took my LX470 on an ORV trail. She had no problem until I got to a really narrow and tight turn. A big tree root jumped out and dented my front passenger fender. Broke my heart, but I didn't buy her just to stay on the pavement.
Wow, those mileage figures are horrendous. I have a 2008 LX570 here in Australia. Normal highway use (here the max speed limit is 110kmh or 68Mph) I get 16 to 18L/100km (14.7 to 13.1mpg). Towing our full height 21 foot caravan (travel trailer) I get 24 to 29L/100km (9.8 to 8.1 MPG). One thing I found with my mileage was that I only tend to drive my car a few miles per day. The mileage was getting worse and worse. I went on holidays for a month and came home to find the battery dead flat. After charging it up and using it again the mileage seemed to reset to a lot better and has remained so. Not sure why.
THANK you for the VERY candid and TRUTHFUL review... I'm looking at one of these-- OR the GX470 and I need to know more of the differences.. I like the GX470 with barn door in back, but I like this too.. gas mileage on the GX470 is a bit BETTER from all reports i checked, and I'm not sure of the other differences..
This was an excellent video. We are wanting to travel full time. We will have a travel trailer to live in, tow vehicle, and our 2nd vehicle will be our exploring vehicle. Not going to do any major off-roading, but want to get in the outdoors. I am totally with you on keeping it stock. Not wanting any big mods or anything. Comfort major plus (seems to you have give up comfort if you want 4WD in some brands). You thoroughly answered many of my questions and I was super excited UNTIL the gas mileage. Man....that is a killer. We recently drove a Sequoia and loved the space, but was thinking TOO big, and then a 4-Runner but inside was a tad bit small (we do not have kids but "fur" babies.....so need space for camping gear and dogs). So we are looking for a happy medium. I have owned a Toyota Highlander for years now and it has been the most reliable vehicle ever but made the mistake of not getting a 4WD. So wanting to upgrade that, but not wanting a huge SUV. We will be towing our kayak/camping trailer. It prob won't be as heavy as your camping trailer.....but just wondering how bad it will kill the gas mileage. ..... sorry for rambling on, but the search for a good vehicle is daunting, and I really appreciate this detailed review.
Kim Littleton I don’t think your trailer will effect it much. My trailer isn’t that heavy but it is as aerodynamic as a brick, lol. Also, my mileage has increased slightly as my mechanic discovered my VVT system wasn’t functioning properly which was reducing my mpg by 1-2 mpg. Still 13-15mpg is nothing to brag about
@@shaweehillsworkshop4226 Hey every little bit helps on MPG!!!! We just watched your video on your camper BTW. Awesome design. I am a big fan of POP TOPS. You rocked it!!! I really wanted a Toyota Sienna with a poptop, but after researching their AWD......I am backing off that idea. Since 2012 my camping has mainly been in my van(s), built in bed, etc. And I am so spoiled to jumping in and going to bed. Switching back to a SUV is....errr.....tough. We are 50's (age group). Comfort all around is getting way more important for aching old bones. LOL But we can't give up our exploring. We want more flexibility and going a little further out than our usual campground type experiences. The more we get into backwoods stuff, the more we likey :) Never been out west and seems out there you really need 4WD to get out and see the cool stuff. We want to be able to get there and spend the night where ever we find a cool spot. Would really love to see some videos of your trips. Your tid bits in your SUV review were teasers.....
@@shaweehillsworkshop4226 Thanks. We will check that out. Doing more research on Land Cruisers. I am hoping to come across a V6 maybe. I am thinking that might make take the edge off the fuel mileage thing. Looking forward to watching your trips. Great chatting. Thanks
bulletproof. I put 330k miles on my landcruiser always using regular gas, mostly highway commute and snow ski miles. Zero rust and no need to stop driving or sell it; purrs like a kitten, just regular wear and tear maintenance required and everything works. Im gonna replace steering wheel and front seats leather soon.
Well said. Everything you said isvtrue and valuable, yet I like my GX refrigerator style back doors. They are mire practical, yet they look more Utilitarian and they are less aerodynamic.
Duck🦆 me dead☠️😂 I thought eventually I'd have to upgrade from my '97 Toyota 4runner (surf) limited v6 auto w/347k miles but.. now I know I MUST own a lx470😍
Andres Patino Depends on your use though. For overlanders or people routinely visiting remote locations, definitely agree. Don't think I'd want to drive anything else. But that MPG for regular driving is atrocious. Better off having a primary daily driver that sips fuel and have the LC/LX for trips or extreme situations.
Was this posted on BFA or elsewhere before? I swear I saw this already. lol Anyway nice work and I appreciate the realistic and thoughtful review, I love my LX!
Yes, Revere Overland (the person holding the camera) Did this interview of me and posted it on his channel. He also sent it to me and told me I could use it if I wanted. My channel typically focuses more on the DIY side of things while Revere Overland usually focuses more on reviews and "in use" videos. He also has a lot of videos of my Off-road Overland Camper in action too. Here is a link to Revere Overland's Channel for anyone who is interested czcams.com/channels/hDrydDIvoUJEg71mLaaFIw.html
What’s the rush?? I get 18 mpg with my ‘03 but keep it around 2100 RPM (under 70 mph) ESP towing and a carload of kids... Slow down, enjoy the ride and save $$$
I guess that I got lucky, hand calculated and adjusted for tire size difference I normally get about 14 to 15 mph, haven’t seen less then 12. That is with lift, 33 tires, steel front and rear bumpers and rtt that is on a vehicle full time. My is also a 99 so only a 4speed.
I am looking to get into a 2006 LC or an LX because I want the VVTI that came with those years. I have three kiddos and I noticed you do too. How is the bench seat with three car seats in it? Do the tether points come standard on the floor in this year? Great review and I appreciate any info.
Would you choose a different Rig for 6 month Central and South America road trip? I'd love to take my 2006 Honda Ridgeline with 135K miles on it. It is very comfortable to drive, get's decent mileage 16 city / 20 hwy, has a very good AWD/4WD system to handle situations where traction is sketchy BUT I believe this vehicle was only sold in Mexico and Chile and low volume. So parts and expertise to repair it if needed are dismal. I'm thinking I need a Toyota vehicle for this trip as dealerships for these products are everywhere in C.A. and S.A. So, other than the 3 level Ride Height system, are all the other mechanical and electrical parts for the LX the same as the Land Cruiser...interchangable? If the ride height system fails, what happens, does it default to Normal height? and does the suspension still work? is it drivable with a failed Ride Height System? If you were in my shoes, taking this trip solo, would you say go for a similar aged (J100) Land Cruiser instead or will the Tacoma and/or 4-runner be a better choice for reliability and ease of repair?
You said that you love the size of this truck because you have children. What would you suggest as the Ultimate truck if children are not a factor? Thanks!
Late to this post, but that is actually pretty bad fuel economy, even for a 100... I have a 2001(so 4spd) with 35s(somewhat short 35s) and I get around 14 just driving here and there. Live out in the country so all trips include a bit of 55 highway to get anywhere, so if you are stop and go I can see the 12, but it's on the low side of normal. I knew I had a failing transmission when I was coming back from a trip out west when I was getting 11-12mpg at 80 on the interstate, with a thule roof top carrier, and the weight of front/rear bumpers, winch, skids, fridge, etc... I felt the torque converter locking and unlocking constantly... I know towing is another thing entirely, but yikes...that it definitely bad... You are the only one who knows your actual usage pattern, and whether it might be outside the norm or not...hopefully you are still enjoying your rig at this point...
Tyler Ranes I purchased it with 170k miles give or take. It’s hard to put an exact price on it because it was part of a sponsorship. It was listed for 17k. I paid $10,500 and the dealership wrote the contract for 14k with $3500 of it being toward the sponsorship.
I bought a 2006 silver with 242,000 miles for $8300 in 2018. I had to deal with some corrosions and upgrade to the Landcruiser torsion bar suspension kit. 251,000 miles now.
Scott Broyles nope, it only had issues at elevation. It never threw codes and always started back after about 15 mins. Never could nail it down and it hasn’t happened since.
You do not have trash(jeep bmw land rover MB jaguar VW Audi Maserati alfas Nissan Subaru most Ford's most Chevy all Dodge and Chrysler products, etc) you have the BEST VEHICLE EVER MADE TOYOTA LAND CRUISER
Hey y'll.....Please help me decide between LX470 and Land Rover Range Rover Vogue (HSE?). 2008 model both. My need is daily drive of....well, not more than 10 miles to office an back. Forget that, one these is want I'm looking for. I know I have to burn my pocket (quite) a bit. I think I can survive that :) Also I have been searching for head to head review (video or site) between these two. There seems to not a single video. Please share the link if any of you sees one Cheers!!
Yours is identical to mine. The only thing you said I wasn't sure about was the premium fuel. What type of problems are associated with running lower octane fuels? I always run 87 octane, but if that is a problem then I may change it.
Turner Randolph I think good practice is to mix it up every now and then. Mostly run on 87 in my '03 and maybe every 5th time I'll use premium as a "detox" of sorts to help clean out any potential buildup. I don't know for certain if this actually helps in the long run, but I can't think of any downsides.
@@reck0n3r At least with gasoline mixed with ethanol, typically 95 octane (same as 87 octane in the US), you get worse gas-mileage, and the engine does not run as well on it as on premium 98 (91 in the US). Part of this is because ethanol contains less energy than gasoline, requiring more fuel for the same amount of energy.
@@johanarnfinnlvold5989 I've heard conflicting information about that though. I haven't driven my 03 enough to monitor the differences though. It's stored now for the winter, but it's something I plan on monitoring next year. The other thing is that "pure gas" (no ethanol), at least here in Canada, is only available at SOME stations, and primarily in 91 octane. I've read Shell V-Power and Esso 91 are pure gas, and basically everywhere else seems to have some percentage of ethanol in there, even for their 91. The biggest downside to ethanol I'm concerned about isn't even the mileage though, it's the fact that it attracts moisture/water and facilitates rust in the fuel lines and other components. I don't drive a lot, so it's a concern especially for older vehicles, like my 01 4Runner and 03 LX. I've read that pure gas is still available in lower and higher grade octanes though, so I would just look for lower grade fuel most of the time.
@@reck0n3r I have both experienced and felt quite a difference on my 2000. On 95 it feels a bit sluggish, and the fuel consumption goes up. I normally try to run it on 98, mainly Shell V-power, but the best results I have gotten from Esso/Exxon 98. I thought that was just someting I had imagined, or that it was a coincidence, until I saw somebody mention that Esso/Exxon does not dilute their 98 more than 1% , while Shell apparently can dilute their 98 with up to 15% "renewable hydrocarbons", AKA biofuels...
@@johanarnfinnlvold5989 Good info brother. I think it also depends on the particular stations too. I'll try to get in touch with Shell/Esso to find out more. At least as far as it goes here. Probably better we ask them directly.
A Suburban is an EXCELLENT vehicle to take if one wishes to GO on an off road over landing adventure. However if you wish to MAKE IT BACK HOME FROM SAME I'd strongly suggest going with a LC or LX!
This thing doesn't even have 300 horsepower.... How is that "the best" of anything? It doesn't have best in class towing capacity, or best in class gas mileage, it requires more maintenance than any GM vehicle, and range rover has more luxury options than it. The only "best" it is- is in the price. Its more expensive than the GM + the range rover; and you save on the cost of insurance only.
Ryan L I honestly miss my XJ, but I would like to have them both, not one or the other. The XJ was more fun for more serious off-road, but it was miserable for long distance driving with 5 people.
Ryan L I had an XJ and that thing had a problem every other month. I will never get another Chrysler now fiat crap again. Got a 01 4Runner with almost 300k and no problems other then maintenance.
@@shaweehillsworkshop4226 Yes. But obviously you are used to buying worthless american made shit so you have no idea about real cars. The last inovative thing put on an american car was drum brakes :)
I'm completely sorry. But you guys are all toyota sheep. These are nothing better here in the drivetrain than a GM; and - in fact, they are worse. Any LS series engine is more powerful and more durable than this overhead cam engine that will drop valves when you forget to change the timing belt. This is the reason why GM engines are used in marine applications and the engine for this thing is not. Its not reliable enough to meet the requirements. The gas mileage is nothing to brag about either. Despite its massive size, my range rover would tow it backwards. Have fun dreaming about a vehicle that will "last" longer than you need it to. You don't need to drive it for 600,000 miles. You might drive it for 100k and then you will give up. Do yourself a favor and buy something that doesn't break the bank. Even if the repairs are a bit more expensive on a gm or jeep, its not by a large margin at all. Let's say your gmc needs to have a motor rebuild, junk yard engine is going to cost you just as much as a doing the timing chain on this over priced wanna be luxury gas-hog.
@@rhoodj Deserves a comparison, as well as Range Rover. I have the Toyota Sequoia with the 5.7 liter, and I’ve had the gx470. To me, the Toyota 5.7 is the superior engine. I also have a c8 corvette. The small block design is remarkable for a variety of reasons. Could Toyota make it better? Sure, I believe they could. But I’m looking for a car to serve the purpose of about 8k miles per year, for a few years. I’m not putting 800k miles on my corvette. That’s what you fan boys fail to realize. You and the Lexus 4 doors trying to out run me on the highway. Cool cars, they look nice in the rear view mirror, and I’m sure they examine my tail lights to an extent-from about 10 car lengths … They are cute, and they will outlast the corvette. By time they have the 800k miles on them, I’ll be driving a lambo, because under normal circumstances- it will take 10 years to drive 800k miles. If you buy more than what your use-case is, your over paying for underutilized resources. Whether it’s from a mechanical standpoint or even power. Lexus and Toyota are good, and that’s why i chose my sequoia over a comparable Chevy, but I would not pay more for the Lexus or Toyota - because the use-case is comparable, and Chevy is cheap to fix. It’s just a 7k truck- a 2008 sequoia and was a bit cheaper than comparable Tahoe models I could find. So the value proposition was strong. But I wouldn’t pay double for the vehicle like a fanboy would
I will retract the “worse” aspect of the original statement; the Toyota motor is durable, and great design, at least the 5.7. I’m not too fond of the timing belt driven v8s but they don’t have a 500 horsepower smallblock v8 the way that American models have
@@rrace002 No one's trying to race you mate. You simpyl not the person to drive it if you're fantasising about dragg racing an suv...you belong in the newer geneartion, people who drive lcs get shit done in any geographical theatre. No ones trying to prove anything but the lc is just that car. Dirty vehicle for dirty work. Delta uses it for a reason.
My mom bought a LX470 new in 2005 then passed it on to me. I love that thing and lovingly refer to it as "The Tank". It's just over 250,000 miles and I'm hoping to keep it for as long as I possibly can! I often make fun of my MPG but it just comes with the territory.
I have done an experiment where I tried premium and non premium and noticed a slight increase in MPG with the premium but not much, I just stick with the grade down unless I'm going on a long road trip.
Take care of your LX because it will definitely take care of you!
Ayyyy my dad hasd a 2005 lx470, which was passed down to me for my first car, its got 201,xxx miles on it now, and reeks like cigarette smoke because of me and my dad, but at 8.2 miles to the gallon Ol' Bessie/The Tank/Chitty Chitty Bang Bang/The Cig Rig keeps chuggin and I wouldn't trade her for the world
@@tdirtymax4368 have 06 lc i get 12mpg
@@redbone7040 never pay attention about MPG. I only enjoy that beast 2006 silver every ride.
Thanks for your honest opinion on the LX470. You're right, the Toyota IFS is not quite as good off-road as a solid front axle, but it is a very stout and proven unit. If you wanted to lift your Cruiser 3-4 inches, I would recommend doing a front diff drop that will help keep the CV axles from destroying themselves. However, I bet you like the nice ride and positive steering feel while pulling your trailer at 85mph on the highway. By the way, the best way to get better fuel economy is to slow down. You would probably save quite a bit of fuel at 70mph vs 85mph, especially while towing a brick of a trailer behind you, and a fully loaded roof rack. Although you can use regular fuel, Lexus says only in emergency conditions and to revert to 91 octane as soon as possible. Here's how it works, when you use regular, lower octane fuel, the engine computer retards the timing of the engine, which means less power is available. That forces you to put your foot in it more to get the same perceived performance, hence wasting more fuel. Another thing that is common over time, is a carbon build up in the cylinders and valves due to the constant overly rich mixture that is spraying into the cylinders . This is because the computer is trying to compensate for the low quality fuel you are putting into it. Also, it is quite common to start plugging up your catalytic converter because of the rich mixture as well. You'll know when you get a check engine light, and cats are not cheap. The best policy, if you plan to keep your Lexus, is to put in it what the factory has listed in your owners manual, including fuel, engine oil, oil filter, coolant, transmission oil, diff lubes, and transfer case fluid. You don't have to use a Toyota brand, but insure the oil weights are adhered, to and the coolant is compatible with Toyota products. Unlike American made vehicles, the Japanese are very particular in their engineering standards.
I bought a 2002 LX470 one year ago. The engine is legendary. I love this truck. Rust however is an issue (in the Netherlands). Fuel usage is also legendary but bearable when driving on LPG.
I'm on my 6th Land Cruiser, after you own one especially those who use them and go overlanding or offroad trips you understand why cruiser owners are lifetime fans and most of us end up owning more than one. I choose the LC trim over the Lexus so I can dial in my suspension and lift. I'll take the reliability over the mpg's every day. Currently drive a 08 200 series with 160K I love it for overland trips and it does everything well the 5.7 is the most powerful LC I've owned.
Great review. I've had a '85, '97, '06 Lancruiser/LX's. I'll keep getting one. Fuel economy is a big down side. Maintenance is important.
Homer Simpson exactly, as soon as I purchased mine I put around 2k of maintenance into it. 2 big ones were the waterpump and timing belt.
This engine will take you to 1 million kms, and you can do another review then. Great video!
5 miles per gallon when pulling a trailer! Wow!!! Note to self, don't pull a trailer. Great honest review. I'm in the market for an LX470.
Bought our 98 Land Cruiser with 160,000 miles 7 years ago, and it looked and drove like new. Since owning I've replaced the brake pads, alternator, upgraded to an Odyssey battery, changed the front outer wheel bearings, replaced sway bar bushings, plus regular maintenance. Total cost of ownership so far ~$11,000 minus tires and oil changes. 241k miles now and she still drives like new. (And is worth $7,000) $4000/84 months is $47.62 per month owning one of the very best off-road vehicles ever made. PS mine has center and rear diff locks, not A-TRAC
Robert Brown I wish mine had diff locks. I have the center lock at least. As I said in my video, I’m not unhappy with my purchase and still think I made the right choice, but they are not infallible like some would leave you to believe.
Do not downgrade what you have!
You have the best vehicle in history
There is an absolute ton of aftermarket stuff for these in Australia, with the aussie dollar being relatively lower at the moment you may be able to import direct. Diff locks and suspension are very well supported here and it may be cheaper.
scott lampe I need to look into that. Anything land cruiser related here is crazy expensive!
The only problem vehicles out there are right hand drive.I live in Australia and own a Sahara 100 series 4.2 TDI.much better as far fuel economies. I may also ad if you have issues with weight problems with hydrolic suspension you can fit air bags at the back .that's what I've done. Works a treat.
Nice review, so nice to have someone speaking truth and not just drinking the cool-aid!
One of the best reviews I’ve seen so far, one day I hope to own one of these, I love this particular Lexus it will be a perfect match for the roads in my country Liberia, thanks once again.
Love the Land Cruiser
Btw you should’ve gone for 80 series if you wanted to fit bigger tyres and required front solid axle.
You have all the benefits of the 100 series with additional of a solid front axle.
Or you could looked for an Australian import 105 series which is a 100 series with a solid axle and driver trains from the 80 series. It comes with a 4.2D inline 6 1HZ or a 4.5L Petrol inline 6 1FZ-FE.
The 80 wasn't an option for me specifically because of the engine. I needed a vehicle that could tow my Offroad camper and the 80 sucks at that. Other than that, I love the 80. That being said, I am in the process now of putting solid axles under my 100! make sure to subscribe to watch the build as my first video should be going live in a week or so.
@@shaweehillsworkshop4226 Yes’ you can swap the front suspension for a 105 series Solid Axle. That will be the best 👍
Subscribed to see your video on that.
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My wife’s…2004 has a cutout an insert in the frame crossmember…you can get a pintle hitch and get rid of the class 3 underneath…but I do love them, I’ve had a 93…and still have a 95 triple locked on 37’s and my wife has a 2004 lx470…I’ve had tons of pickups and tacos too, they just make good stuff
the only issue i ever had is that its so reliable that my problem was the bolts generally seized up when i really do need to take off parts. most of the electronics ive had a problem with only needed to be removed and cleaned up instead of replacement. in my experience just make sure you keep your transaxle and differential fluids and drive shaft grease maintained with all that overlanding.
Albert Lam I’ve definitely had a lot more problems than you. Fuel pump went out, alternator went out, and when I took it out realized it already had a Toyota remanufactured one on it so it was the second replacement. AHC is failing, amplifier died, variable timing is messing up. It’s getting to the point that I’m not sure if it’s worth trying to keep going. May be time to cut my losses
SHAWИEE HILLS WORKSHOP sounds like the previous owner neglected taking care of it
Kevin Durant not sure what the owner could have done to prevent any of the problems I’ve had. I just had to replace the alternator again, so this makes the 4th alternator that’s been on this truck. And now my steering rack has started leaking.
@@shaweehillsworkshop4226 did you sell it? It's actually not your altenator that's gone bad, it's the DVD player installed by the dealer that drains the battery when the car is off. I bought mine with 99k + miles, and it would not keep charge after one day sitting. I did some research and the owners b4 me changed the alternator and battery three times, thinking it was not charging correctly. I was still puzzled about the battery issue. One day I was sitting in the car with everything off and I started hearing something from the back and surely enough, it was the rear DVD player cycling. I disconnected it and the electrical issue is gone. The battery keeps charge for more than a week. Did not tested to failure.
@@sammye8859 my alternators actually failed. The last alternator is fine and has been good for years, I still own and love the truck
Yes you should have a great run with that vehicle.
I have a couple, a 62 series high roof for the last 24 years, it has 700k on the clock, original, my "campervan" with all the usual stuff for outback trips in Oz and an LX470 l, with lockers and all the usual outback necessities also, including 141L fuel tanks standard here in Oz and uprated springs for the AHC(standard LC 100 rear springs and adjusted up front 13 turns!). you're right that once you have one you'll learn to really appreciate it and keep it for a long time. They don't just feel solid they are. Given the right maintenance they will last for as long as that is done. Yes they love a drink but it's offset by its quality, capability and reliability many times over. "Bullet proof" as long as they are not abused badly, they won't break things.abuse them badly, they will break, it's reality. Still the 62 series was the first Toyota I bought and is the cheapest vehicle I've owned. I'm 62 and had a few cars and 4WD's in my time.
I am reposting this as it's own comment to help the community. If you have experienced battery loosing juice after sitting for a couple of the days, your mechanic or dealer may suggest bad alternator (not charging correctly) or the fuse/relay box by the driver's footwell (which will cost you $2k+). It's actually none of them, it's the DVD player installed by the dealer in the back that drains the battery when the car is off. I bought mine with 99k + miles, and it would not keep charge after one day sitting. I did some research and the owners b4 me changed the alternator and battery three times, thinking it was not charging correctly. I was still puzzled about the battery issue. One day I was sitting in the car with everything off and I started hearing something from the back and surely enough, it was the rear DVD player cycling. I disconnected it and the electrical issue is gone. The battery keeps charge for more than a week. Did not tested to failure.
I had a 2002 and a 2006. Regular fuel doesn't give you good fuel economy and the engine will run a little sluggish. Though I almost always used premium fuel (Costco prices are great) on the road I sometimes would use mid-grade. I found the fuel economy was almost the same as premium and no sluggish engine. I now have a 2014. I've gotten as much as 17mpg on the road, much better than the 14 to 15 max on my previous ones. BTW, I'm Anal about keeping track of mpg. I keep a record of my miles and gallons refueled at every fill up, so these are very accurate numbers. Remember, these are 3 ton vehicles...heavier than a suburban!
Never ran nothin cept 87 on her and getting 8.2 to the gallon, love my shitbox though
Picked on up this week, one thing I was not expecting was how high the registration would be at the DMV. Just over $400 here in NC. It should not be that much next year but still.
O man so sad in the USA you don't get the Land cruiser diesel engines
Joel M yeah especially the 2019 70 series.
Yes, I would trade in my LX470 today if we had the diesel option.
1HD...best engine for it.
Yeah every time I'm loading up my 99 LX 470 (Smokey Topaz Metallic color, dark tint, BFG AT K/0's) with the target stands , targets, tannerite, my Colt 6940, Benelli M1 S90 reg. 14" SBS, Colt 1911.45acp, H&K 9mm, Armalite AR-50 .50bmg, etc. I always lament and curse the flag flying in my front yard, thinking damn this Nation of mine! If we could only get the diesel engine in our Toyota and Lexus 4x4 SUVs... THEN WE'D TRULY BE LIVING FREE LIKE ALL THOSE FOLKS IN ALL THE REST OF THE WORLD!
🎬100 series vs 200 series compared, Which to buy?: @eHK8
I took my LX470 on an ORV trail. She had no problem until I got to a really narrow and tight turn. A big tree root jumped out and dented my front passenger fender. Broke my heart, but I didn't buy her just to stay on the pavement.
Mumblix Grumph it’s always good to get the first dent out of the way quick, lol
Its not that we are fanatic about land cruisers, it's that the land cruiser is the BEST vehicle ever made in human history.
Wow, those mileage figures are horrendous. I have a 2008 LX570 here in Australia. Normal highway use (here the max speed limit is 110kmh or 68Mph) I get 16 to 18L/100km (14.7 to 13.1mpg). Towing our full height 21 foot caravan (travel trailer) I get 24 to 29L/100km (9.8 to 8.1 MPG). One thing I found with my mileage was that I only tend to drive my car a few miles per day. The mileage was getting worse and worse. I went on holidays for a month and came home to find the battery dead flat. After charging it up and using it again the mileage seemed to reset to a lot better and has remained so. Not sure why.
Thats odd!
THANK you for the VERY candid and TRUTHFUL review... I'm looking at one of these-- OR the GX470 and I need to know more of the differences.. I like the GX470 with barn door in back, but I like this too.. gas mileage on the GX470 is a bit BETTER from all reports i checked, and I'm not sure of the other differences..
This was an excellent video. We are wanting to travel full time. We will have a travel trailer to live in, tow vehicle, and our 2nd vehicle will be our exploring vehicle. Not going to do any major off-roading, but want to get in the outdoors. I am totally with you on keeping it stock. Not wanting any big mods or anything. Comfort major plus (seems to you have give up comfort if you want 4WD in some brands). You thoroughly answered many of my questions and I was super excited UNTIL the gas mileage. Man....that is a killer. We recently drove a Sequoia and loved the space, but was thinking TOO big, and then a 4-Runner but inside was a tad bit small (we do not have kids but "fur" babies.....so need space for camping gear and dogs). So we are looking for a happy medium. I have owned a Toyota Highlander for years now and it has been the most reliable vehicle ever but made the mistake of not getting a 4WD. So wanting to upgrade that, but not wanting a huge SUV. We will be towing our kayak/camping trailer. It prob won't be as heavy as your camping trailer.....but just wondering how bad it will kill the gas mileage. ..... sorry for rambling on, but the search for a good vehicle is daunting, and I really appreciate this detailed review.
Kim Littleton I don’t think your trailer will effect it much. My trailer isn’t that heavy but it is as aerodynamic as a brick, lol. Also, my mileage has increased slightly as my mechanic discovered my VVT system wasn’t functioning properly which was reducing my mpg by 1-2 mpg. Still 13-15mpg is nothing to brag about
@@shaweehillsworkshop4226 Hey every little bit helps on MPG!!!! We just watched your video on your camper BTW. Awesome design. I am a big fan of POP TOPS. You rocked it!!! I really wanted a Toyota Sienna with a poptop, but after researching their AWD......I am backing off that idea. Since 2012 my camping has mainly been in my van(s), built in bed, etc. And I am so spoiled to jumping in and going to bed. Switching back to a SUV is....errr.....tough. We are 50's (age group). Comfort all around is getting way more important for aching old bones. LOL But we can't give up our exploring. We want more flexibility and going a little further out than our usual campground type experiences. The more we get into backwoods stuff, the more we likey :) Never been out west and seems out there you really need 4WD to get out and see the cool stuff. We want to be able to get there and spend the night where ever we find a cool spot. Would really love to see some videos of your trips. Your tid bits in your SUV review were teasers.....
Kim Littleton my fried has a channel called Revere Overland. He has a lot of our trips on his channel
@@shaweehillsworkshop4226 Thanks. We will check that out. Doing more research on Land Cruisers. I am hoping to come across a V6 maybe. I am thinking that might make take the edge off the fuel mileage thing. Looking forward to watching your trips. Great chatting. Thanks
This summer we did a Colorado road trip from Oregon in my 2003 Tacoma 4 door with my homemade camper, It was great fun. 2 adults, 2 kids, 2 dogs,
nathan koroush I’d love to see some pics of your camper. Do you have a link?
@@shaweehillsworkshop4226 Just click on my CZcams page, there are plenty of pics and vids. nathan koroush
Truck bed camper with roof top tent.
bulletproof. I put 330k miles on my landcruiser always using regular gas, mostly highway commute and snow ski miles. Zero rust and no need to stop driving or sell it; purrs like a kitten, just regular wear and tear maintenance required and everything works. Im gonna replace steering wheel and front seats leather soon.
Well said. Everything you said isvtrue and valuable, yet I like my GX refrigerator style back doors. They are mire practical, yet they look more Utilitarian and they are less aerodynamic.
I have jeep xj and Toyota vios. Vios 1.5 cc engine best fuel economy. Now planning to get lx470.
I'd love one here in the UK but with our fuel prices the way they are it's really a bit nuts
My dream car
Duck🦆 me dead☠️😂 I thought eventually I'd have to upgrade from my '97 Toyota 4runner (surf) limited v6 auto w/347k miles but.. now I know I MUST own a lx470😍
Surfside 96 4Runner here, I just bought 05’ LX470, bigger and way much smoother ride, kind of like going from a sports car to a 4 door V8 large sedan.
great vehicles , they handle -50f and colder Alaska temperatures and harsh off road conditions well . id have one if it wasn't for the fuel economy
yeah, the fuel economy SUCKS!!!
They are worth it though. Will never break down on you.
The performance, reliability, toughness, overcomes the bad gas mileage.
Andres Patino Depends on your use though. For overlanders or people routinely visiting remote locations, definitely agree. Don't think I'd want to drive anything else. But that MPG for regular driving is atrocious. Better off having a primary daily driver that sips fuel and have the LC/LX for trips or extreme situations.
Not going to complain anymore about my FJ’s 19mpg.
Exactly the video I was looking for. Thank you.
Was this posted on BFA or elsewhere before? I swear I saw this already. lol Anyway nice work and I appreciate the realistic and thoughtful review, I love my LX!
Yes, Revere Overland (the person holding the camera) Did this interview of me and posted it on his channel. He also sent it to me and told me I could use it if I wanted. My channel typically focuses more on the DIY side of things while Revere Overland usually focuses more on reviews and "in use" videos. He also has a lot of videos of my Off-road Overland Camper in action too. Here is a link to Revere Overland's Channel for anyone who is interested czcams.com/channels/hDrydDIvoUJEg71mLaaFIw.html
@@shaweehillsworkshop4226 Thanks much, I'll subscribe here as well. Love DIY vids and the LX so feel right at home.
Good honest review of a nice rig. Thx!
Venture Bound thanks man, that’s what I was after!
Lol. You were surprised about fuel mileage?
What’s the rush??
I get 18 mpg with my ‘03 but keep it around 2100 RPM (under 70 mph)
ESP towing and a carload of kids...
Slow down, enjoy the ride and save $$$
I guess that I got lucky, hand calculated and adjusted for tire size difference I normally get about 14 to 15 mph, haven’t seen less then 12. That is with lift, 33 tires, steel front and rear bumpers and rtt that is on a vehicle full time. My is also a 99 so only a 4speed.
Nice video, thanks for sharing ✌
Excellent Vehicle 😊❤️
what size tires are on this one?
I am looking to get into a 2006 LC or an LX because I want the VVTI that came with those years.
I have three kiddos and I noticed you do too. How is the bench seat with three car seats in it? Do the tether points come standard on the floor in this year?
Great review and I appreciate any info.
Nice honest review
Nice vid. How do you keep the vehicle in 'low' mode? Thanks
Would you choose a different Rig for 6 month Central and South America road trip? I'd love to take my 2006 Honda Ridgeline with 135K miles on it. It is very comfortable to drive, get's decent mileage 16 city / 20 hwy, has a very good AWD/4WD system to handle situations where traction is sketchy BUT I believe this vehicle was only sold in Mexico and Chile and low volume. So parts and expertise to repair it if needed are dismal. I'm thinking I need a Toyota vehicle for this trip as dealerships for these products are everywhere in C.A. and S.A. So, other than the 3 level Ride Height system, are all the other mechanical and electrical parts for the LX the same as the Land Cruiser...interchangable? If the ride height system fails, what happens, does it default to Normal height? and does the suspension still work? is it drivable with a failed Ride Height System? If you were in my shoes, taking this trip solo, would you say go for a similar aged (J100) Land Cruiser instead or will the Tacoma and/or 4-runner be a better choice for reliability and ease of repair?
Really enjoyed your video..
Thank you for sharing
No one I know drives a Land Cruiser because of its fuel efficiency
E R that is definitely a down side
City boys wouldnt like it.
I drove my 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 100 every day because it has a legendary 4.2TD inline 6 1HD-FTE Diesel engine best 4x4 in the world ✌️❤️✅👍
You said that you love the size of this truck because you have children. What would you suggest as the Ultimate truck if children are not a factor? Thanks!
Id swing to some good ol springs and lift it 3 inches.
Late to this post, but that is actually pretty bad fuel economy, even for a 100... I have a 2001(so 4spd) with 35s(somewhat short 35s) and I get around 14 just driving here and there. Live out in the country so all trips include a bit of 55 highway to get anywhere, so if you are stop and go I can see the 12, but it's on the low side of normal. I knew I had a failing transmission when I was coming back from a trip out west when I was getting 11-12mpg at 80 on the interstate, with a thule roof top carrier, and the weight of front/rear bumpers, winch, skids, fridge, etc... I felt the torque converter locking and unlocking constantly... I know towing is another thing entirely, but yikes...that it definitely bad... You are the only one who knows your actual usage pattern, and whether it might be outside the norm or not...hopefully you are still enjoying your rig at this point...
still enjoying it, I've went on all the forums and it seems a lot of people only get 12mpg while others are getting 14-16. Not sure why
Is there anyway to juice up the hp of the engine?
What was wrong with the XJ?
Can I ask how many miles you bought yours with and a price point?
Tyler Ranes I purchased it with 170k miles give or take. It’s hard to put an exact price on it because it was part of a sponsorship. It was listed for 17k. I paid $10,500 and the dealership wrote the contract for 14k with $3500 of it being toward the sponsorship.
Right on man. Sounds like a deal. Thanks.
I bought a 2006 silver with 242,000 miles for $8300 in 2018. I had to deal with some corrosions and upgrade to the Landcruiser torsion bar suspension kit. 251,000 miles now.
driving my 100 series in australia i pay $1.30 a litre love the car but hits the side pocket eh
What size tires?
It quit running a few times when you took it out west, did you ever determine what the cause of the issue was?
Scott Broyles nope, it only had issues at elevation. It never threw codes and always started back after about 15 mins. Never could nail it down and it hasn’t happened since.
@@shaweehillsworkshop4226 glad to hear it has not happened since.
You do not have trash(jeep bmw land rover MB jaguar VW Audi Maserati alfas Nissan Subaru most Ford's most Chevy all Dodge and Chrysler products, etc) you have the BEST VEHICLE EVER MADE TOYOTA LAND CRUISER
Get a drop hitch and flip it up
Hey y'll.....Please help me decide between LX470 and Land Rover Range Rover Vogue (HSE?). 2008 model both.
My need is daily drive of....well, not more than 10 miles to office an back. Forget that, one these is want I'm looking for.
I know I have to burn my pocket (quite) a bit. I think I can survive that :)
Also I have been searching for head to head review (video or site) between these two. There seems to not a single video. Please share the link if any of you sees one
Cheers!!
If you are thinking reasonably forget Range Rover.
Are those 275/70/18 ko2s?
I will upgrade to Thunderer or STT PRO 27570R18 soon
DId you buy a Canadian edition LX470? It has headlight washers.
SC14 good eye! Actually it is not, someone replaced the front bumper, and replaced it with the Canadian bumper.
Yours is identical to mine. The only thing you said I wasn't sure about was the premium fuel. What type of problems are associated with running lower octane fuels? I always run 87 octane, but if that is a problem then I may change it.
Turner Randolph I think good practice is to mix it up every now and then. Mostly run on 87 in my '03 and maybe every 5th time I'll use premium as a "detox" of sorts to help clean out any potential buildup. I don't know for certain if this actually helps in the long run, but I can't think of any downsides.
@@reck0n3r At least with gasoline mixed with ethanol, typically 95 octane (same as 87 octane in the US), you get worse gas-mileage, and the engine does not run as well on it as on premium 98 (91 in the US). Part of this is because ethanol contains less energy than gasoline, requiring more fuel for the same amount of energy.
@@johanarnfinnlvold5989 I've heard conflicting information about that though. I haven't driven my 03 enough to monitor the differences though. It's stored now for the winter, but it's something I plan on monitoring next year.
The other thing is that "pure gas" (no ethanol), at least here in Canada, is only available at SOME stations, and primarily in 91 octane. I've read Shell V-Power and Esso 91 are pure gas, and basically everywhere else seems to have some percentage of ethanol in there, even for their 91.
The biggest downside to ethanol I'm concerned about isn't even the mileage though, it's the fact that it attracts moisture/water and facilitates rust in the fuel lines and other components. I don't drive a lot, so it's a concern especially for older vehicles, like my 01 4Runner and 03 LX.
I've read that pure gas is still available in lower and higher grade octanes though, so I would just look for lower grade fuel most of the time.
@@reck0n3r I have both experienced and felt quite a difference on my 2000. On 95 it feels a bit sluggish, and the fuel consumption goes up. I normally try to run it on 98, mainly Shell V-power, but the best results I have gotten from Esso/Exxon 98. I thought that was just someting I had imagined, or that it was a coincidence, until I saw somebody mention that Esso/Exxon does not dilute their 98 more than 1% , while Shell apparently can dilute their 98 with up to 15% "renewable hydrocarbons", AKA biofuels...
@@johanarnfinnlvold5989 Good info brother. I think it also depends on the particular stations too. I'll try to get in touch with Shell/Esso to find out more. At least as far as it goes here. Probably better we ask them directly.
What about suburban?
Suburbans are great vehicles and depending on what you are wanting to do with it they can be a good choice for overlanding!
A Suburban is an EXCELLENT vehicle to take if one wishes to GO on an off road over landing adventure. However if you wish to MAKE IT BACK HOME FROM SAME I'd strongly suggest going with a LC or LX!
You went from a jeep(pure turd) to the best vehicle ever made in human history. Enjoy it
This thing doesn't even have 300 horsepower.... How is that "the best" of anything? It doesn't have best in class towing capacity, or best in class gas mileage, it requires more maintenance than any GM vehicle, and range rover has more luxury options than it. The only "best" it is- is in the price. Its more expensive than the GM + the range rover; and you save on the cost of insurance only.
Loved the review! Checkout my latest upload, I’ve got an 07 Cruiser Cygnus (basically exactly equivalent of your LX)
It’s simply a beauty
XJ is a unibody glorified car , please don’t compare the two.
I'd still rather have the XJ
Ryan L I honestly miss my XJ, but I would like to have them both, not one or the other. The XJ was more fun for more serious off-road, but it was miserable for long distance driving with 5 people.
Ryan L XJ is a piece of shit that breaks down every other month.are you serious?
Ryan L I had an XJ and that thing had a problem every other month. I will never get another Chrysler now fiat crap again. Got a 01 4Runner with almost 300k and no problems other then maintenance.
TheShowtime haha I never seen a XJ even close to 300k! Without a rebuilt engine or trans. You see a lot of Toyota products well over 300k. Good choice
Ryan L XJ is a unibody glorified car, Land Cruiser is body on frame legendary vehicle. Can’t compare
HaHaHa, You had a Jeep and now you are worried that your Toyota may not be reliable? HaHaHa...
Phil ThatblokewiththeScar did you even listen to what I said?
@@shaweehillsworkshop4226 Yes. But obviously you are used to buying worthless american made shit so you have no idea about real cars. The last inovative thing put on an american car was drum brakes :)
@@Boredofeveryone You must not have listened to what I said, because I agree with you. Which is why I bought the toyota.
These videos are too long. And upside down. Driving issues first. Interior issues last.
Do your own videos then. Appreciate what he is doing...
I'm completely sorry. But you guys are all toyota sheep.
These are nothing better here in the drivetrain than a GM; and - in fact, they are worse.
Any LS series engine is more powerful and more durable than this overhead cam engine that will drop valves when you forget to change the timing belt.
This is the reason why GM engines are used in marine applications and the engine for this thing is not. Its not reliable enough to meet the requirements. The gas mileage is nothing to brag about either. Despite its massive size, my range rover would tow it backwards.
Have fun dreaming about a vehicle that will "last" longer than you need it to. You don't need to drive it for 600,000 miles. You might drive it for 100k and then you will give up. Do yourself a favor and buy something that doesn't break the bank. Even if the repairs are a bit more expensive on a gm or jeep, its not by a large margin at all.
Let's say your gmc needs to have a motor rebuild, junk yard engine is going to cost you just as much as a doing the timing chain on this over priced wanna be luxury gas-hog.
F off with your gm propaganda, no one cares about you farm yard incels
Comparing GMs and Lexus😮😮👇👎✍️✍️✍️
@@rhoodj
Deserves a comparison, as well as Range Rover. I have the Toyota Sequoia with the 5.7 liter, and I’ve had the gx470. To me, the Toyota 5.7 is the superior engine. I also have a c8 corvette. The small block design is remarkable for a variety of reasons. Could Toyota make it better? Sure, I believe they could. But I’m looking for a car to serve the purpose of about 8k miles per year, for a few years. I’m not putting 800k miles on my corvette. That’s what you fan boys fail to realize. You and the Lexus 4 doors trying to out run me on the highway. Cool cars, they look nice in the rear view mirror, and I’m sure they examine my tail lights to an extent-from about 10 car lengths …
They are cute, and they will outlast the corvette. By time they have the 800k miles on them, I’ll be driving a lambo, because under normal circumstances- it will take 10 years to drive 800k miles.
If you buy more than what your use-case is, your over paying for underutilized resources. Whether it’s from a mechanical standpoint or even power. Lexus and Toyota are good, and that’s why i chose my sequoia over a comparable Chevy, but I would not pay more for the Lexus or Toyota - because the use-case is comparable, and Chevy is cheap to fix. It’s just a 7k truck- a 2008 sequoia and was a bit cheaper than comparable Tahoe models I could find. So the value proposition was strong. But I wouldn’t pay double for the vehicle like a fanboy would
I will retract the “worse” aspect of the original statement; the Toyota motor is durable, and great design, at least the 5.7. I’m not too fond of the timing belt driven v8s
but they don’t have a 500 horsepower smallblock v8 the way that American models have
@@rrace002 No one's trying to race you mate. You simpyl not the person to drive it if you're fantasising about dragg racing an suv...you belong in the newer geneartion, people who drive lcs get shit done in any geographical theatre. No ones trying to prove anything but the lc is just that car. Dirty vehicle for dirty work. Delta uses it for a reason.
What size tires?