The biggest differences aren’t apparent until you drive them, and then it’s night and day. I have an ‘07 LC and an ‘07 LX, and the LX feels and sounds like a completely different vehicle on the highway (whisper quiet and smooth); lots of sound dampening material, thicker glass, thicker/better rubber moldings around the doors and tailgates, transmission seems slicker/smoother, etc, etc.. The doors close like vaults. Fit and finish on everything is better, it’s a true luxury vehicle. I LOVE my LC, but the LX blows it away. I paid $5k less for the LX with the same mileage too.
That is exactly what I care here to learn. How about rattles? Do the LC or LX stay quiet inside? No rattles at all? Maybe only the LX does? I wonder if they don’t have rattles, even at 300k miles. I have heard that is a Lexus thing, to not have rattles even at super high mileages, and many years into its life; they just stay quiet and don’t develop rattles. Can you testify for that or have a comment about it? I’d like to know from someone that has owned both for an extended period.
Just bought a 2003 Land Cruiser 267k miles for 7.5k in CA. Timing belt done 20k miles ago, only downside is I’m the 5th owner. Everything else is great thought! Even has the grey interior
The 99 Lx470 I bought was from a one owner- it had an envelope about 2 inches thick with all the maintenance records. It now has 289k and is on it’s 3rd timing belt- I’ve rigged it out for camping/overlanding- best truck ever!!
I have a 98. I’ve bought it cheap because it needed a lot of work. I don’t know if you do your own repairs but Lexus repair manuals can be found on eBay. Mine is the 1998 edition ,of course, and the 3 volumes are 5” thick. It’s awesome.
I have a ‘01 Land Cruiser that’s shy of 400k miles. Besides normal wear and tear (spark plugs, timing belt, etc.) the only major thing that I had to replace was the right front axle, alternator, and valve cover replacement. It cost a little over $900.00. All those parts that I had replaced were all original from the factory. As long as you stay on top on of the maintenance, these trucks will last you a very long time.
Cruising The Land It hasn’t been my daily driver for a while now but if it still was my daily, I’d be close to 500k by now. (I drive between 500 to 800 miles per week)
When you said that on todays video I am not going to sit behind the video and talk for 40 mins, I was sold and knew this was going to be good, Great video
Cruising The Land you are correct those are boring as hell. Really liked the way you did the walk around on this video with the LX and LC. Very informative. Thanks
I had 98 LX 470 & My Uncle's LC100 also 98 Model too (Both are 4.7L), they're both running great but bad thing about LC100 is misfiring (due of bad spark plugs) but it's still managing to run continually like Toyota would do. You're definitely right that the difference, the Lexus is quieter than Land Cruiser but of course it's luxury engineering anyways both LX470 and LC100 are great vehicles so far in my opinion.
Yes, it will amaze you how that cloudy white will come back to showroom shine! I have a video on my channel where I show the products used for single stage white on a Toyota. Check it out and let me know your results! Going to look brand new.
I picked up a 2006 LC with 113k miles back in January. It was raised in Southern California and remains in SC. The only thing I wish it had was the tow package.
You, My friends, ARE LIVING MY DREAM....I am one day, Going to own all the Toyota Trucks I would like to, as well....I love you 80-series, and both of these LC and LX....These are all my dream trucks! (add in a 2009 GX470 and a 2015 Tacoma TRD pro....And you have my all time dream line up!)
I love the LX/ Toyota 2006 and 2007, but I live in Africa and at this point you can't find any of thoses in good shape, and you won't find any with all the maintenance records; unfortunately. Our Government doesn't allows us import cars older than 5 years from the current year, so UA-cam and your channel are the only ways I can really appreciate how beautiful these machines are. An used Toyota Land cruiser from 2008 (200 series) with + 80 000 miles have the average cost of "equivalent" in usd of 36-40K, and the cares sometimes are very bad, so You're a lucky guy Hahahaha. Very good cars, keep the vids coming and many thanks, your reviews and comparisions are on point.
@@CruisingTheLand He´s very lucky. At this point "2021", in my country we are only allowed to import cars from 2016, but the average salary is 100-150 usd, and for example a new Hyundai i10 costs 15K usd. Import oldest used cars, from 2000 and above would really help us, but... I hope your channel keep growing and really fast, the content is awesome and the black Lexus is fire hahaha.
a cruiser for off road driving and a Lexus for beauty and if it was 105 then finally the top would be in place with 80 coy and so both cars are just super and like for the legendary cars and esho would be a gelendvagen then your top would be bro
1st Generation TOYOTA SEQUOIA was identical to these 2 ICONIC beasts with only exception being 4 Wheel Drive was optional whilst it was standard on the LC and LX. AHC was also not available on the SEQUOIA. I Believe SEQUOIA were produced in the USA and NOT Japan like the LX and LC. My point being, modifying the LX and LC 100 for overlanding is sacrilege to me; the SEQUOIA 4X4 would be perfect for mod and customization as they are dirt cheap at $4000 average and ubiquitous while the LC and LX are rare and fetch upwards of $24,000 USD. All in All, this video needs to go Viral give it a THUMBS UP AND SUBSCRIBE to this channel. This guy needs to be protected and applauded at all costs.
The Sequoia has historically been built alongside the Tundra in San Antonio. I don't think that will change for 2023. Plus, while the Sequoia is longer, the LX/Land Cruiser is wider.
Yes, when that system goes, it really goes! Dealer will want bug bucks to repair. Like 5k. Find a used ABS system and save... rare that they go out, and definitely scary that you lose ability to brake.
Hey, I have been considering these two models for a month, but this is the first time I hear about this issue. How common is it? Any way to prevent it? Thanks !
There is info out there in forums about the possibility of repairing the electric motor within these units, if you can find an electric motor specialist that will do it. That brings the cost down to hundreds instead of thousands. Going the used route is rolling the dice with such a critical part that may be on the verge of the having the same issues.
@@daniyar_ala I’ve owned 1st and 2nd gen Sequoia. 1st gen is reliable but the interior and body is cheap and stuff breaks. 2nd gen is much more refined. Neither are on par with the LC/LX but they are a bargain, bigger, and will get the job done.
Awesome collection of Land Cruisers there. FZJ62 FZJ80 UZJ100s I have a few Land Cruisers myself. UZJ40 It's a 40 series with a 3UZ FE V8 off a GS430 with an 80 series transfer case HJ47 It's a 40 series long wheel base troop Carrier HZJ75W It's a 70 series 4.2 litre non turbo 2 door truck HDJ81 It's a factory triple locked 4.2 litre 24 valve turbo diesel UZJ100 It's a Japanese Spec LX470 aka Cygnus.
Yes, thank you. The FJ62 has the 3FE engine, the 155ho ome notnthe 212hp that cimes in the FZJ80... Also have a 200, LX570 and FJ40 V8 5.7 vortec and. HZJ73 with the 6cyl 4.2 diesel (great engine).
@@CruisingTheLand Nice, that's a full collection of cruisers right there. I got rid of a few cruisers. I had a VDJ79, an LJ78 that was swapped with a 3.4 litre 5VZ V6, KDJ91, GRJ120 and the VDJ200. The FJ40 is my most modified vehicle. Its a hard top on 35 MTs with an 8 inch lift kit, extended shackles, a bullet supercharger with 2JZ injectors, GReddy ECU, 6 speed Tiptronic gearbox, ustom gauges and its quad straight piped pushing 377whp.
Transfer case on the 40 for Low gears? My 40 is about 350hp, but offroad tuned, 4 speed SM420 and Orion transfer case with 4:1 ratio. Crawler... can go down a steep hill in 1st Low, and you can get out and walk around it as it slowly crawls.
@@CruisingTheLand @Cruising The Land TCase is off the FZJ80 which is mated to the A761E of the GS430 using an adaptor plate. The 40 is running stock axles on the stock 4.1 diff instead of the 3.7. Its built for acceleration and towing. Not really into rock crawling. Though, I have taken it up trails and it eats it up well, albeit not as good as 3.7s. It's got the front and rear arb air lockers.
Prior to Covid, had.the 80 (moonglow pearl) and a 570. And then I got a 100, and another and got it back to almost showroom condition. Then sold one, bought another etc. Repeat, while driving them and enjoying. Typically 06s and a few 07s (275hp VVTI ), Grey, Black Garnet, Silver, white, crystal.white, black etc... a couple 01s and a 02... Favorites which I wish I kept one was Grey 06 LX, a 07 white LC and 07 Crystal white LX. Probably had about 20 of them. Now.I have no 100s! Then covid hit and prices rocketed up. So now I am down to the 40, 73, 80, 80, 200, 570. Another beaut I let go was a 89 FJ62 (in my videos). Currently trying to convince the owner of a 87 FJ60 with a 12HT 5 speed manual with all the fixins to sell. In the desert tan, ARB and Slee bumpers. A beautiful rig.
There were only two color options for both the Land Cruiser and the LX 470: Grey or Ivory (creme). The white trucks with grey interior were pretty rare.
First of all, thanks for the informative video. When buying used, what expensive repair should I look for? Did you buy these from a private owner or dealership?
Why do some say they have air suspension, and others say hydraulic? I’ve also heard they have traits of air suspension but aren’t entirely “air suspensions,” at least not in the traditional sense with air springs mounted over shock absorbers.
@@donwalton2578 so it has been in the rust belt. Definitely get underneath. It is a good price for miles. See if dealer services regularly. You can also put down the tailgate and see down in the corner where you can see thru. Thats a main area it can rust from salt being kicked up by the rear tires. Also lift up the plastic threshold piece in the back and take a look. For a rust free model its a great price... depends if the rust is liveable and if you live in the rust belt and will drive in the winter months. If you are in an area with no salt, then maybe search a rust free model. Otherwise, if you are and will be driving in winter, I guess kinda unavoidable.
@Cruising The Land Thank you very much Sir! I will be taking a look at it this week sometime and I will definitely check those areas you mentioned. I do plan on driving in the winter out here and hopefully it's not too bad rust as I do live in N.Y.( was told about the minor rust over the phone) and I will let you know what I find and if it'll be a go. Thanks again very much!
No, this would be too expensive. Bumpers are interchangeable, but hood would have to include lights and grill, would just get too pricey. Best just to sell the one you have and buy the other!
Debating on picking up a lx 470 also. Any thoughts about the 4 speed autos and the 5 speed autos? Does one shift smoother than the other? Is one more reliable and tends to outlast the other? Just curious.
Outside of the US the 100-series LC can be had since 1998 with the AHC suspension and optitron instrument panel. Not to mention dual fuel tank and turbo diesel option.
You could wrap it. I have polished thr e metal accent strip, with a credit card a d Micro fiber. The the plastic is cracked o paint cracked, not much you can do.. except repair or wrap with Vinyl.
The 06 and 07 are the more desirable ones. Because they have the VVti 275hp engine (vs 235hp) and the led lights and some have the AHC suspension system which was only in the LX470 up until 2005.
Hello Cruising The Land, thank you for posting such an informative video. You must have quite a lot of knowledge on these trucks. I hope you can answer some of my questions. I picked up an 06 lx a couple of months ago. It has 203k miles. So far, I've changed wheel bearing and serviced all diffs. Not sure when was the timing had a timing belt been changed last time. I'm thinking about changing the automatic transmission fluid soon, is this a good idea? What other services do you recommend me to perform on my truck? I'm planning to keep it long. Thank you.
Hi Adew, Yes TB and WP are the big service items to be done every 90k miles (150k kms) a good shop can do this for $400 labor and you can buy the Aisin Belt and Waterpump kit. As for the Transmission fluid. This is an enclosed system and although it is not a recommended item, I have know some people to change it. The Trans in these trucks is robust.
My brother but 2000 year 100 series land cruiser same color as yours where cheap he get lucky with 150000 miles less then $10,000 . Can you super charge the engine ?
Love the videos. In the 2002 LC100's they got the 5 speed auto instead if the 4, do you know if they received any other upgrades similar to the 2003's?
2003 was the 5hp bump with the V8 engine (230 to 235hp) and the 5 speed came that year too., 1999-2002 was the 4 speed with Overdrive for both LX470 and Landcruiser
Typically how long does the Hydraulic suspension lasts and how expensive is it to repair? Is it Hydraulic on both vehicles or does Lexus has an Air suspension?
It is hydraulic and on LX 98-07 and only an option for 06-07 LC. I have never seen one go out. The globes or accumulators could require replacement at some point, but as long as vehicle isn't in the rust belt, system should last for 500k
You would want to buy used globes from a southern state junkyard. Otherwise they are $1000 each from dealer. Since everything is exposed under the car, its the rust that can eat through the pipes.
Haha! Best advice I am going to give you guys wanting to own a Hundy, or Lux. If you want to own a Land Cruiser, then invest another $1,000 and buy some tools and learn how to work on them yourself! Lexus and Toyota will smile, lick their lips and rub their hands together when they see you pulling into the stealership! Maintenance costs instantly increase when you bring that bad boy in to be serviced. I know all about the AHC going kaput! I have a 96 FZJ80 & a 2004 LX470 and I love them! The LX470 was a 1 person owner and was well taken care of. The old lady who owned it, worked for Lexus and had it meticulously serviced at the same dealership, so I have all the service records. This past January out of nowhere, the front non rusted passenger hydraulic line & shock broke open where the line connects to the top of the shock. Hydraulic fluid sprayed all over the engine bay, which ruined a pulley, and shorted the alternator and caused me to have the timing replaced at the same time. $1,800 later, Lexus wanted $1,100 to install a $250 shock, or $3,000 to remove all of the AHC and install the Old Man Emu suspension kit I bought. I ended up watching a couple video on here and removed the original shocks, springs & T-bars and installed the kit myself and saved $3K. It rides great and I now do all of the work on my Cruisers and keep it recorded in a log book with the receipts.
So fresh out of factory, the LX is quieter. However, when the windshield is replaced, it can get slightly louder. So oem windshield LC is quieter than LX with aftermarket. You can hear the motor more on the LC, but i do like that. LX has more insulating for noise..
Nice video, I want to import one from the U.S.A. to the Netherlands. Do you know where in the world they have sold this 2006 2007 model with the v8 gas? Regards, Guus
Do you think 280k for a 2006 land cruiser is too much. If so would 14k be reasonable. I found a 1 owner mint condition by me. These vehicles are getting hard to come by. It's identical to your with height control and dvd player.
I have a question maybe someone could help me...I heard the Lx and 100-series, (any of these trucks past the 80-series) all have Fulletime 4wd...Does that mean it's basically AWD BUT you can put it into a low gear? I see the level next to the gear shifter, Is that to put it into lower gear? Or are these 2wd and you can put them into 4H or 4L?...Thanks in advanced! Just curious! The Fulltime 4wd kind gets me, bc It makes me think AWD but AWD usually doesn't have the option for a lower gear...
Thinking of buying a 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser with about 209k miles on it. It seems to be in really good shape. They're asking 20k for it. I'm playing on using it as my DD and trail vehicle. Good or idea? Thoughts please.
Do the 2005-07 Sequoia have the same engine as the land cruiser and the LX 470??? I own a 2006 Sequoia limited 4wd with the airbag suspension...just curious
Yes got it and I was calculating imperial gallon. That is pretty decent right now but still expensive! As these get 14-16 mpg. 14% more with your British gallon.
Cruising The Land ah but we have the straight six 4.2td in 100 series and the 4.5 litre v8 diesel in our 200 series. You don’t see very many 200 series on the road. As a used car they’re about two to three times the price of a diesel Range Rover. Have a look on UK autotrader.
Hi Chris, The 100 series are built for world wide distribution and most countries will have lower grade fuel, or stations in the middle of nowhere for these adventure rigs. Think UN preferred choice! So you can put 89 octane and perhaps 91 octane (premium) every 4th fill up.
87 octane is preferred. 4.7L 2UZFE very uncommon engine outside of N. America. 2UZFE uses very simplistic ignition system & common grade spark plugs. Copper base spark plugs last 30k Platinum, 60k Iridium, 100k. For better mpgs & power use heat range 1 step colder. Spark plugs heat range higher number = colder lower number = hotter. Use NGK or Nippon Denso spark plugs. Any octane above 87 is a waste, no added performance, no added power, no added mpgs only added expense. Change your oil / filter & air filter frequently for better mpgs & smooth engine performance.
I would put 91 octane every 4th fill up. Actually only Chevron with Techron or Shell with V power as there are cleaners in the fuel. That helps keep things clean.
I'm looking at importing a Land Cruiser 100 with the 4.2L I6 Diesel, but man are they expensive.... may just have to settle for the 3.0 turbo diesel hilux surf instead
The 1HD FTE engine will keep increasing in value in the future while the 1KZ/1KD would not. They are expensive to start with but the 4.2L will be the last legendary diesel from Toyota.
Lol, have you driven with the AHC system and in firm Sport mode? The hydraulic system is pretty incredible and lets you take winding roads with ease I do have a 911TT and of course its faster and handles incredibly, but its mostly a metaphor.
The biggest differences aren’t apparent until you drive them, and then it’s night and day. I have an ‘07 LC and an ‘07 LX, and the LX feels and sounds like a completely different vehicle on the highway (whisper quiet and smooth); lots of sound dampening material, thicker glass, thicker/better rubber moldings around the doors and tailgates, transmission seems slicker/smoother, etc, etc.. The doors close like vaults. Fit and finish on everything is better, it’s a true luxury vehicle. I LOVE my LC, but the LX blows it away. I paid $5k less for the LX with the same mileage too.
Great information to know !
That is exactly what I care here to learn. How about rattles? Do the LC or LX stay quiet inside? No rattles at all? Maybe only the LX does? I wonder if they don’t have rattles, even at 300k miles. I have heard that is a Lexus thing, to not have rattles even at super high mileages, and many years into its life; they just stay quiet and don’t develop rattles. Can you testify for that or have a comment about it? I’d like to know from someone that has owned both for an extended period.
@@Cleaning_Hero150k miles on my 03 Lx470 and not one creak rides smooth and feels solid.
True, the LX sells for.less because it doesn't have that LC badge, but essentially the same thing, but uograded!
did u pay less for the LX just because it didnt have the Land Cruiser name?
The LX is so Elegant! and that Land Cruiser is Legendary. I'll take both!
Just bought a 2003 Land Cruiser 267k miles for 7.5k in CA. Timing belt done 20k miles ago, only downside is I’m the 5th owner. Everything else is great thought! Even has the grey interior
Everyman wishes to own one of these. This man has all the toys in the garage. I admire you.
Thx, yes Landcruisers are my vice.
The 99 Lx470 I bought was from a one owner- it had an envelope about 2 inches thick with all the maintenance records. It now has 289k and is on it’s 3rd timing belt- I’ve rigged it out for camping/overlanding- best truck ever!!
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I have a 98. I’ve bought it cheap because it needed a lot of work. I don’t know if you do your own repairs but Lexus repair manuals can be found on eBay. Mine is the 1998 edition ,of course, and the 3 volumes are 5” thick. It’s awesome.
Those manuals are great!
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Still have it!? Where are the miles now?
Just bought an 06 lx470 absolutely wonderful vehicle ,thanks to your video👍
I have a ‘01 Land Cruiser that’s shy of 400k miles. Besides normal wear and tear (spark plugs, timing belt, etc.) the only major thing that I had to replace was the right front axle, alternator, and valve cover replacement. It cost a little over $900.00. All those parts that I had replaced were all original from the factory. As long as you stay on top on of the maintenance, these trucks will last you a very long time.
Absolutely, built to last!
Cruising The Land It hasn’t been my daily driver for a while now but if it still was my daily, I’d be close to 500k by now. (I drive between 500 to 800 miles per week)
Land cruiser looks rough and tough. Lexus looks classy.
When you said that on todays video I am not going to sit behind the video and talk for 40 mins, I was sold and knew this was going to be good, Great video
I mentioned the 40 minutes because there is a video of a LX470... a guy talking about it for 40 minutes... camera just filming him drive.
Cruising The Land you are correct those are boring as hell. Really liked the way you did the walk around on this video with the LX and LC. Very informative. Thanks
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Holy cow! A true landcruiser guy...damn!!! Awesome. And guys, none of them has a check engine light on! woot woot build strong!
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Look at Otis over there. Haha I love it. THANK YOU for making this comp for us and doing it Different in the easy style you have. 👌☀️
I had 98 LX 470 & My Uncle's LC100 also 98 Model too (Both are 4.7L), they're both running great but bad thing about LC100 is misfiring (due of bad spark plugs) but it's still managing to run continually like Toyota would do. You're definitely right that the difference, the Lexus is quieter than Land Cruiser but of course it's luxury engineering anyways both LX470 and LC100 are great vehicles so far in my opinion.
Wow! I’d love to have a 100 series one day
Quality. It is what I remember when I had that LX 470 15 years ago
still holds same quality 15yrs later. Toyota Strong
@@CruisingTheLand yes, legends never die
Thanks for the comment on the paint. Didn’t realize it was single stage. Hopefully I can get it back to a nice shine.
Yes, it will amaze you how that cloudy white will come back to showroom shine! I have a video on my channel where I show the products used for single stage white on a Toyota. Check it out and let me know your results! Going to look brand new.
Holy Ball ... I dreamed of owing just one of them three bad boys.
Must be tough having to choose which one to get dirty in on the weekend.
In Afghanistan where i am living , these two cars are very luxury and respected cars , only mafia and rich people have these.
it is same in California
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I had cygnus. Couldn't handle that and sold out lol
LX fan and driver here, absolutely love my 100 and 200, favorite generations by far
You ever think about doing a 80 vs 100 comparison video? Would love to see that!
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Very informative…….well done , I just found a mint condition LX470……will low mileage……these videos are helpful as I plan my update!!
Nice!
I picked up a 2006 LC with 113k miles back in January. It was raised in Southern California and remains in SC. The only thing I wish it had was the tow package.
2006 LC here too
If you can find one, can you do a comparison between the LX470 and GX470?
Really loving all your comparison videos on these! Super neat to see them and compare and appreciate what they are all about at the same time.
Thanks for video exactly what I wanted to see, Insane collection! 👍👍
thank you for this video - i have been looking for a comparison between the two. And great man cave house with dual garages!!
Guess whats in those two garages? More Landcruisers...lol.
Yes, I have an addiction, but I ain't quitting it!
I love to own a 100 series or 470... One day my dreams come true.. ❤️
2007 White LC. Best one ever made IMO.
Yes! The grey is pretty nice too.
Great video. Thanks for the info. Im sold on the lx470s .
How many realistic miles can you put on a lx470 before its undriveable? Just curious!
I love my landcruiser 100 series 2005 with 213k miles and still sounds the same when I bought her brand new. I’d love the Lexus I know
My dream vehicle is a 100 series mint Land Cruiser.
Both amazing vehicles. And different in their own ways. Nice comparison video!
Forgot pic of back end open, too cool :)
King of Land Cruiser.
I got a 99 LC I love these vehicles hopefully will get the lx 470 in the future
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What do you think of the gx470 vs a 100 series land cruiser? Isn’t the gx470 actually a Prada?
You, My friends, ARE LIVING MY DREAM....I am one day, Going to own all the Toyota Trucks I would like to, as well....I love you 80-series, and both of these LC and LX....These are all my dream trucks! (add in a 2009 GX470 and a 2015 Tacoma TRD pro....And you have my all time dream line up!)
Does the lexus have less noise... Firmer sounding door closes, less rattles, less road noise?
Yes, Lexusnhas more sound deadening.
Great video! Very informative...you are quite the land cruiser guy! Nice collection. I have a ‘98 LC and love it so far
98 Landcruiser, nice.
Do you have the rear locking diff?
I prefer the more subdued LC versus the more glitzy Lexus. The LC seems to have a stockier, wider stance. Was it’s AHC on high?
I love the LX/ Toyota 2006 and 2007, but I live in Africa and at this point you can't find any of thoses in good shape, and you won't find any with all the maintenance records; unfortunately. Our Government doesn't allows us import cars older than 5 years from the current year, so UA-cam and your channel are the only ways I can really appreciate how beautiful these machines are.
An used Toyota Land cruiser from 2008 (200 series) with + 80 000 miles have the average cost of "equivalent" in usd of 36-40K, and the cares sometimes are very bad, so You're a lucky guy Hahahaha. Very good cars, keep the vids coming and many thanks, your reviews and comparisions are on point.
Thanks Antonio!
Yes, I know someone that bought a 2006 and sent to family in Africa...
@@CruisingTheLand He´s very lucky. At this point "2021", in my country we are only allowed to import cars from 2016, but the average salary is 100-150 usd, and for example a new Hyundai i10 costs 15K usd. Import oldest used cars, from 2000 and above would really help us, but... I hope your channel keep growing and really fast, the content is awesome and the black Lexus is fire hahaha.
i have Land Cruiser v8 4.7 manual gear. it's fast like a plane
Manual? NIce. Where are you located. Unfortunately no Manuals in the US. Just offroaded this morning in my 200 series. Posted video.
@@CruisingTheLand The location of the car in Saudi Arabia, in Riyadh, car model 1999
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ABO SAEED saudis get all the cool cars
a cruiser for off road driving and a Lexus for beauty and if it was 105 then finally the top would be in place with 80 coy and so both cars are just super and like for the legendary cars and esho would be a gelendvagen then your top would be bro
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we in the UK do get both of these i have a1976 landcruiser that i still use to this day love it
these two rigs look so muscular .. amazing rides
Yes great reliable rides!
1st Generation TOYOTA SEQUOIA was identical to these 2 ICONIC beasts with only exception being 4 Wheel Drive was optional whilst it was standard on the LC and LX.
AHC was also not available on the SEQUOIA.
I Believe SEQUOIA were produced in the USA and NOT Japan like the LX and LC.
My point being, modifying the LX and LC 100 for overlanding is sacrilege to me; the SEQUOIA 4X4 would be perfect for mod and customization as they are dirt cheap at $4000 average and ubiquitous while the LC and LX are rare and fetch upwards of $24,000 USD.
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The Sequoia has historically been built alongside the Tundra in San Antonio. I don't think that will change for 2023. Plus, while the Sequoia is longer, the LX/Land Cruiser is wider.
Can you comment on the ABS brake failure on the 100 Series. Total loss of braking - which is quiet scary.
Yes, when that system goes, it really goes! Dealer will want bug bucks to repair. Like 5k.
Find a used ABS system and save... rare that they go out, and definitely scary that you lose ability to brake.
Hey, I have been considering these two models for a month, but this is the first time I hear about this issue. How common is it? Any way to prevent it?
Thanks !
@@Ulghart very rare.
There is info out there in forums about the possibility of repairing the electric motor within these units, if you can find an electric motor specialist that will do it. That brings the cost down to hundreds instead of thousands. Going the used route is rolling the dice with such a critical part that may be on the verge of the having the same issues.
Great comparison! Keep the LC videos coming!
Just added a video of my FJ62... more coming...
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Looking forward to 100 vs 80 series. I’m in Japan and am looking at rhd diesel auction vehicles. The 100 series are quite a bit cheaper than the 80 s.
I have a first generation Sequoia, which of course has the 2UZ-FE. I really want a LX470 or a Landcruiser though. They’re awesome!
Probably Sequoia and 470 at the same level
@@daniyar_ala I’ve owned 1st and 2nd gen Sequoia. 1st gen is reliable but the interior and body is cheap and stuff breaks. 2nd gen is much more refined. Neither are on par with the LC/LX but they are a bargain, bigger, and will get the job done.
Awesome collection of Land Cruisers there.
FZJ62
FZJ80
UZJ100s
I have a few Land Cruisers myself.
UZJ40 It's a 40 series with a 3UZ FE V8 off a GS430 with an 80 series transfer case
HJ47 It's a 40 series long wheel base troop Carrier
HZJ75W It's a 70 series 4.2 litre non turbo 2 door truck
HDJ81 It's a factory triple locked 4.2 litre 24 valve turbo diesel
UZJ100 It's a Japanese Spec LX470 aka Cygnus.
Yes, thank you.
The FJ62 has the 3FE engine, the 155ho ome notnthe 212hp that cimes in the FZJ80...
Also have a 200, LX570 and FJ40 V8 5.7 vortec and. HZJ73 with the 6cyl 4.2 diesel (great engine).
@@CruisingTheLand Nice, that's a full collection of cruisers right there.
I got rid of a few cruisers. I had a VDJ79, an LJ78 that was swapped with a 3.4 litre 5VZ V6, KDJ91, GRJ120 and the VDJ200.
The FJ40 is my most modified vehicle. Its a hard top on 35 MTs with an 8 inch lift kit, extended shackles, a bullet supercharger with 2JZ injectors, GReddy ECU, 6 speed Tiptronic gearbox, ustom gauges and its quad straight piped pushing 377whp.
Transfer case on the 40 for Low gears? My 40 is about 350hp, but offroad tuned, 4 speed SM420 and Orion transfer case with 4:1 ratio. Crawler... can go down a steep hill in 1st Low, and you can get out and walk around it as it slowly crawls.
@@CruisingTheLand @Cruising The Land TCase is off the FZJ80 which is mated to the A761E of the GS430 using an adaptor plate. The 40 is running stock axles on the stock 4.1 diff instead of the 3.7. Its built for acceleration and towing. Not really into rock crawling. Though, I have taken it up trails and it eats it up well, albeit not as good as 3.7s. It's got the front and rear arb air lockers.
Ok nice. Anywhere we can see pics? My IG handle landcruiser949
Great video gorgeous trucks!!
I have 3 LC a 94, 96, 06 I enjoy the 96 the most
but love all of them equally.
looking to get a new one next year.
Prior to Covid, had.the 80 (moonglow pearl) and a 570.
And then I got a 100, and another and got it back to almost showroom condition. Then sold one, bought another etc. Repeat, while driving them and enjoying. Typically 06s and a few 07s (275hp VVTI ), Grey, Black Garnet, Silver, white, crystal.white, black etc... a couple 01s and a 02...
Favorites which I wish I kept one was Grey 06 LX, a 07 white LC and 07 Crystal white LX.
Probably had about 20 of them.
Now.I have no 100s!
Then covid hit and prices rocketed up.
So now I am down to the 40, 73, 80, 80, 200, 570.
Another beaut I let go was a 89 FJ62 (in my videos). Currently trying to convince the owner of a 87 FJ60 with a 12HT 5 speed manual with all the fixins to sell. In the desert tan, ARB and Slee bumpers. A beautiful rig.
i Frikkin loved this video..
Very nice job presenting the trucks. Do you know if they made a black interior on this series Lexus ?
There were only two color options for both the Land Cruiser and the LX 470: Grey or Ivory (creme). The white trucks with grey interior were pretty rare.
@@CruisingTheLand I had a filing .. i have to go to a 570 whit a black interior.
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Awesome review. How lucky of you to own both
my favorite twins LX LC
i loved it!
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Where should i look to buy one ?
First of all, thanks for the informative video. When buying used, what expensive repair should I look for? Did you buy these from a private owner or dealership?
Timing belt and water pump.
Why do some say they have air suspension, and others say hydraulic? I’ve also heard they have traits of air suspension but aren’t entirely “air suspensions,” at least not in the traditional sense with air springs mounted over shock absorbers.
The LX470 has Hydraulic suspension. AHC.
There is no Air either the LX470 or LX570. It's all hydraulic. Also some 2007 Land Cruisers had that option.
Do you think a 2007 with new W.P. and T.B. very little rust with 197,000 for 13,995 is a good deal or no?
Did you pull a carfax?
What state did it spend its years?
Yes I have and I do know it's been in N.Y. and N.J. it's whole life. In the Bronx now. One owner and no accidents.
@@donwalton2578 so it has been in the rust belt. Definitely get underneath. It is a good price for miles. See if dealer services regularly. You can also put down the tailgate and see down in the corner where you can see thru. Thats a main area it can rust from salt being kicked up by the rear tires. Also lift up the plastic threshold piece in the back and take a look. For a rust free model its a great price... depends if the rust is liveable and if you live in the rust belt and will drive in the winter months. If you are in an area with no salt, then maybe search a rust free model. Otherwise, if you are and will be driving in winter, I guess kinda unavoidable.
@Cruising The Land Thank you very much Sir! I will be taking a look at it this week sometime and I will definitely check those areas you mentioned. I do plan on driving in the winter out here and hopefully it's not too bad rust as I do live in N.Y.( was told about the minor rust over the phone) and I will let you know what I find and if it'll be a go. Thanks again very much!
Is it possible to replace the Land Cruiser bumper, hood and headlight the Lexus counterparts to make the landcruiser look like a lexus?
No, this would be too expensive. Bumpers are interchangeable, but hood would have to include lights and grill, would just get too pricey. Best just to sell the one you have and buy the other!
I'm literally looking to buy a 2007 LX470 this week. Same color as yours too.
Nice... how many miles?
Cruising The Land 220,000
Thats pretty good... around 20k?
@@CruisingTheLand we're still negotiating price but I'm confident we'll work it out
Nice view! Which state it is? Thank you
California
I just bought my 100 series Landcruiser. Got the manual diesel - so not the 2UZ engine, but the 1HZ. Loving it - a lot cheaper to drive.
Thinking of getting a 2UZ-FE like this, but then to do an LPG conversion. Any issues with that?
That is a sweet engine. We don't get then here..saw a FJ60 with a turbo diesel conversion here in California. It sounded amazing and so smooth.
Debating on picking up a lx 470 also. Any thoughts about the 4 speed autos and the 5 speed autos? Does one shift smoother than the other? Is one more reliable and tends to outlast the other? Just curious.
the 5 speed is superior.. so 2003 and up
Interesting. I have a 05' LC and the dash (speedo) looks exactly like those in Lexus. Maybe they made them that way for European market
You are inspired me to buy both -used of course!
Outside of the US the 100-series LC can be had since 1998 with the AHC suspension and optitron instrument panel. Not to mention dual fuel tank and turbo diesel option.
Would you have any guidance on how to refresh the exterior side panels on the lx470? Mine seem to be cracking
You could wrap it.
I have polished thr
e metal accent strip, with a credit card a d Micro fiber. The the plastic is cracked o paint cracked, not much you can do.. except repair or wrap with Vinyl.
Wow are those beasts only 16k in there? In my country Indonesia, those two are still most wanted items which cost around 30-35k 😩
They are more like 20k-24k. Prices have gone up.
Great channel!! Looking at getting a 100 series and was wondering if the '07 is far superior to the '05 or '06 models?
The 06 and 07 are the more desirable ones. Because they have the VVti 275hp engine (vs 235hp) and the led lights and some have the AHC suspension system which was only in the LX470 up until 2005.
Hello Cruising The Land, thank you for posting such an informative video. You must have quite a lot of knowledge on these trucks. I hope you can answer some of my questions. I picked up an 06 lx a couple of months ago. It has 203k miles. So far, I've changed wheel bearing and serviced all diffs. Not sure when was the timing had a timing belt been changed last time. I'm thinking about changing the automatic transmission fluid soon, is this a good idea? What other services do you recommend me to perform on my truck? I'm planning to keep it long. Thank you.
Hi Adew,
Yes TB and WP are the big service items to be done every 90k miles (150k kms) a good shop can do this for $400 labor and you can buy the Aisin Belt and Waterpump kit.
As for the Transmission fluid. This is an enclosed system and although it is not a recommended item, I have know some people to change it. The Trans in these trucks is robust.
Cruising The Land Thank you very much for the advice.
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My brother but 2000 year 100 series land cruiser same color as yours where cheap he get lucky with 150000 miles less then $10,000 . Can you super charge the engine ?
Love the videos. In the 2002 LC100's they got the 5 speed auto instead if the 4, do you know if they received any other upgrades similar to the 2003's?
2003 was the 5hp bump with the V8 engine (230 to 235hp) and the 5 speed came that year too., 1999-2002 was the 4 speed with Overdrive for both LX470 and Landcruiser
The downside of ‘03 and later is the touchscreen. Converting to manual controls and an aftermarket stereo is a major undertaking.
When did they upgrade the HP to 275?
Thank you
2006 and 2007 in the US market.
VVTi 275hp
@@TheGreenMachineLandcruiser thank you very much..
So 2004 & 2005 how many HP does it have?
Thank you again.
@@wesammansour1486 235hp
Does the LX really require premium having the same exact engine as the Land Cruiser?
Lx I own an 11 love it
Typically how long does the Hydraulic suspension lasts and how expensive is it to repair? Is it Hydraulic on both vehicles or does Lexus has an Air suspension?
It is hydraulic and on LX 98-07 and only an option for 06-07 LC.
I have never seen one go out. The globes or accumulators could require replacement at some point, but as long as vehicle isn't in the rust belt, system should last for 500k
@@CruisingTheLand Aha ! I live in the rust belt, suburbs of Chicago! When it needs replacement for LX, do you have any idea on how much it costs?
You would want to buy used globes from a southern state junkyard. Otherwise they are $1000 each from dealer. Since everything is exposed under the car, its the rust that can eat through the pipes.
Haha! Best advice I am going to give you guys wanting to own a Hundy, or Lux. If you want to own a Land Cruiser, then invest another $1,000 and buy some tools and learn how to work on them yourself! Lexus and Toyota will smile, lick their lips and rub their hands together when they see you pulling into the stealership! Maintenance costs instantly increase when you bring that bad boy in to be serviced.
I know all about the AHC going kaput! I have a 96 FZJ80 & a 2004 LX470 and I love them! The LX470 was a 1 person owner and was well taken care of. The old lady who owned it, worked for Lexus and had it meticulously serviced at the same dealership, so I have all the service records. This past January out of nowhere, the front non rusted passenger hydraulic line & shock broke open where the line connects to the top of the shock. Hydraulic fluid sprayed all over the engine bay, which ruined a pulley, and shorted the alternator and caused me to have the timing replaced at the same time. $1,800 later, Lexus wanted $1,100 to install a $250 shock, or $3,000 to remove all of the AHC and install the Old Man Emu suspension kit I bought. I ended up watching a couple video on here and removed the original shocks, springs & T-bars and installed the kit myself and saved $3K. It rides great and I now do all of the work on my Cruisers and keep it recorded in a log book with the receipts.
Which of the two has a quieter cabin while driving on the highway? Great videos by the way.
So fresh out of factory, the LX is quieter. However, when the windshield is replaced, it can get slightly louder. So oem windshield LC is quieter than LX with aftermarket.
You can hear the motor more on the LC, but i do like that.
LX has more insulating for noise..
I'm from libya I bought second hand LX470 2002 from KY Louisville, it's arriving next month
What u advise me 4 service?
How many miles?
Every 90k require Timing Belt as preventative
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Nice video, I want to import one from the U.S.A. to the Netherlands. Do you know where in the world they have sold this 2006 2007 model with the v8 gas?
Regards,
Guus
The V8 Gas / Petrol were sold in the US. In Canada, only the Lexus 470 was sold , the Landcruiser wasn't.
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Do you know if the Lexus version had added soundproofing throughout?
They did, you definitely hear more of the V8 in a Landcruiser than a LX, which I like... The V8 sounds great.
I drive a 2000 lx470 daily, the gas kinda sucks but that is a price I am willing to pay.
Do you think 280k for a 2006 land cruiser is too much. If so would 14k be reasonable. I found a 1 owner mint condition by me. These vehicles are getting hard to come by. It's identical to your with height control and dvd player.
For 280k thats a little high...
Where are you located? Market?
@@CruisingTheLand south Florida. Vehicle is for sale at lexus of palm Beach currently. So that may be the reason for the mark up.
Its 12,690 to be exact
Does the lx470 numbers include the Land Cruiser Cygnus
It is US numbers, ee did not get the Cygnus
I have a question maybe someone could help me...I heard the Lx and 100-series, (any of these trucks past the 80-series) all have Fulletime 4wd...Does that mean it's basically AWD BUT you can put it into a low gear? I see the level next to the gear shifter, Is that to put it into lower gear? Or are these 2wd and you can put them into 4H or 4L?...Thanks in advanced! Just curious! The Fulltime 4wd kind gets me, bc It makes me think AWD but AWD usually doesn't have the option for a lower gear...
Its AWD full time.
But you can put it in low, and lock the center.
Thinking of buying a 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser with about 209k miles on it. It seems to be in really good shape. They're asking 20k for it. I'm playing on using it as my DD and trail vehicle. Good or idea? Thoughts please.
Sounds like a good deal. No rust?
@@CruisingTheLand no rust at all. It seems like it's a solid motor and body.
Fabulous
keep going my friend ⭐
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Do the 2005-07 Sequoia have the same engine as the land cruiser and the LX 470???
I own a 2006 Sequoia limited 4wd with the airbag suspension...just curious
4.7L engine, but made in US like the Tundra, the LX 470 and Landcruisers are all built in Japan to a higher standard.
@@CruisingTheLand thank you for your response..nice video...
Yo what do you do for a living to afford a big ass house and a bunch of land cruisers? 😮
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In the UK we get the Land Cruiser petrol. You've got to be mad to buy with the cost of petrol here.
How much is gas there? Here in California it is 3.40 a gallon or 85 cents a liter.
Cruising The Land really cheap at the moment. £1 per litre. $1.25? Per litre. We have 4.54 litres in a British gallon.
Yes got it and I was calculating imperial gallon. That is pretty decent right now but still expensive! As these get 14-16 mpg. 14% more with your British gallon.
Cruising The Land ah but we have the straight six 4.2td in 100 series and the 4.5 litre v8 diesel in our 200 series. You don’t see very many 200 series on the road. As a used car they’re about two to three times the price of a diesel Range Rover.
Have a look on UK autotrader.
Which one would you use for off roading / overlanding?
Both, but the 200 has KDSS which may help off road performance more.
How are the 2005 LX models?
The 2005 do not have the vvti 275hp engine nor the led lights.
Otherwise, everything else is the same..
Land cruiser is a boss and a strong beast😍💪💪💪
Great review 👍, can you use regular gas in 07 LX 470 or premium only ?
Hi Chris,
The 100 series are built for world wide distribution and most countries will have lower grade fuel, or stations in the middle of nowhere for these adventure rigs. Think UN preferred choice!
So you can put 89 octane and perhaps 91 octane (premium) every 4th fill up.
I tried premium and normal. No difference. So I always put normal.
Nice! Its only at 1/3 of its life!
What color combo?
87 octane is preferred.
4.7L 2UZFE very uncommon engine outside of N. America.
2UZFE uses very simplistic ignition system & common grade spark plugs. Copper base spark plugs last 30k Platinum, 60k Iridium, 100k.
For better mpgs & power use heat range 1 step colder. Spark plugs
heat range higher number = colder
lower number = hotter. Use NGK or Nippon Denso spark plugs. Any octane above 87 is a waste, no added performance, no added power, no added mpgs only added expense. Change your oil / filter & air filter frequently for better mpgs & smooth engine performance.
I would put 91 octane every 4th fill up. Actually only Chevron with Techron or Shell with V power as there are cleaners in the fuel. That helps keep things clean.
Hi brother, are there for sale
I'm looking at importing a Land Cruiser 100 with the 4.2L I6 Diesel, but man are they expensive.... may just have to settle for the 3.0 turbo diesel hilux surf instead
Where are you located an importing from where? Japan?
@@CruisingTheLand I'm in Vancouver, Canada. We can import cars from Japan that are 15 years old. The scene is pretty big here
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The 1HD FTE engine will keep increasing in value in the future while the 1KZ/1KD would not. They are expensive to start with but the 4.2L will be the last legendary diesel from Toyota.
Handles like a Porsche on sport mode? Come on.... overstatement of the year.
Lol, have you driven with the AHC system and in firm Sport mode? The hydraulic system is pretty incredible and lets you take winding roads with ease
I do have a 911TT and of course its faster and handles incredibly, but its mostly a metaphor.