why the 80 series is the best offroad vehicle ever created
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 ก.ค. 2024
- If you want to show your support: buymeacoffee.com/lndcruzin I'm talking about a secret that has been in the 4wd community for a while but has not hit the main stream of you tube, there's not many videos on TH-cam about these because we 80 series owners want to keep this secret all to ourselves and we don't want anyone else to know.
In this video I will be telling you why its been the best kept secret and why its the best offroad vehicle to ever be sold in the US Market.
The 80 series for the longest time was over looked mainly because of the minivan style look and because it looked like a vary ordinary car it looked very basic. These were also almost always driven by moms in suburban neighborhoods so not many people wanted to be seen driving in them.
Fast forward to today, the 80 series land cruiser is now seen as beautiful vehicle and more and more people want to buy them. prices are increasing.
Unfortunately It feels like the secret is out and more and more people are buying the 80 series land cruisers and prices continue to skyrocket. It honestly feels like we are currently at a sweet spot with the 80 series land cruiser. We have some people that are asking reasonable prices and some people asking extreme prices and other people just trying to get rid of theirs. So if you are patient you could have one for a great price and it could even be a special edition.
1. The 80 Land Cruiser was the best off-road vehicle ever to be sold in US Markets hands down, in terms of reliability, off-road capability and overall ruggedness the land cruiser was built to survive in extreme desert temp. Able to cross muddy swamps climb mountains and go virtually anywhere. They made them so well that the engine was built to last, they designed the engine to be rebuilt up to 3 times and last up to 600k Miles. It's very common to see LC's with 300k and 400k miles and still running strong.
2. "Built Factory Axles" The axles on the 80 series 91-97 are comparable to a Dana 60 Axle in terms of capability ruggedness and how much of a beating these Axles will take (If you are unfamiliar with the Dana 60 these are the axles most jeep guys will upgrade to, they range anywhere from 1500 - 3000 dollars each and that is not including lockers. And just to bring home the point as to how solid these Land Cruiser axles are in 2021 Wrangler with Dana 44 axles can only take 36 inch tires, the land cruiser can take up to 37s and that was 31 years ago.
3. Capability of the 80 Series Land Cruiser. It was the most capable off-road vehicle ever to come out of the factory, there was the option to add front and rear lockers at the factory and thus making it the king of the 4WD. You could also fit 33s on stock suspension which would make it the most capable off road vehicle that could go up 3 tire sizes without loosing off-road capabilities. - ยานยนต์และพาหนะ
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I just picked up a 97 lx450 in almost mint condition from a junkyard for 1k, nothing wrong with it and started right up, someone rich from Aspen just abandoned it on the side of the road, love this thing!
Wow what a blessing
Subscribed! I bought my 80 a year ago knowing it will last the rest of my life. So many vehicles built nowadays are not going to make it 20 years with all the electronics bound to fail.
I enjoy your videos man keep them up!
i get so many waves, and honks from other toyotas, and even jeeps. people will park next to me. and my fzj80 is bone stock. my 100 gets a few but not as many. the 80 carries a massive image on and off the road.
Agreed!
Dad just bought a red 1995 fj80 land cruiser, 178k miles, Florida car with literally ZERO rust. Only issues are the odometer is broken, alongside the antenna and driver side motor for adjusting the seat. Interior could use a new steering wheel, seats, and a deep clean. Everything else is fine though, no scratches, no fading. All for under 10k. My dream SUV, which I will work on until I get my license early 2022. Then it will be my daily and overlander.
Awesome dude I'm so happy that you got one :)
Picking up my 91 FJ80 next week🎉 these videos are going to be super helpful to get my maintenance re-baselined
Fzj80 3xlocked 280k $5200 I love these things!!!
When did u get it at that price? Years ago?
I have a 97 LX450 3xLocked in decent shape. These things are beast off road
@@Ckperes i got it 2019 in November
Thats a smart man!
5800 187k 10 years ago
I have a 94 with 318k miles on it. Have not done much to it and have had it many years. Head gasket was done around 285k, due to overheating issues. I replaced it myself had the head shaved to make sure it was flat and put new valve stem seals in. Been my most reliable vehicle, I keep up regular maintenance and the thing is flawless. I did have to replace the factory alternator, and rebuilt the power steering pump. Other than those things it is stock and a very solid truck. Still has the original exhaust.
the "iron pig" is reffering to the fj55 not the 80 homie.
I got lucky. $7500 canadian for my 1997 LX450. I couldn't even dream of buying one in similar condition for that price now.
One just sold for 136k. I’m glad I got mine for 8k when I did
What? An FZJ80 sold for $136k? Is that what you meant? Wow, I love mine, but for $100k I would....uhhh,.... naaaa, I'm good. $136k not enough on second thought. Geez, am I nuts? I love my FZJ80 for some reason. They are not that fast...not that comfortable...not that large...but, wow, I love em.
@@justsomeguy4941 it was a 94 with only 1000 miles on it. Looks like it just came out the delivery truck
I love my 80 ! The UN’s go to vehicle
This vid just makes me luv my 80 even more! Got a question though maybe u can help. On my rear hatch there’s a hole on top right in the center where something used to be...like a rubber piece or something...was wondering if u know what it might be so i can look for the part...
Bro this is just the beginning of my videos hahaha I have like 60+ I already plan on making. I will check during my lunch to see if I can see what you're asking bout
th-cam.com/video/-q1M3omQorU/w-d-xo.html
Hopefully you can see it
I'm right there with you. I did a couple of videos too. I'll do more since you inspired me.
Nicce brother keep it up!
Iron pig was the nick name of the 80 series grandfather the awesome FJ55.
thank you for removing the damage multipliers from your front bumper. Zona
I bought a very cheap 1992 toyota but it needs fixing when I turn it on it gives off white smoke and they told me that water entered the engine ...... what should I do?-----please help
This video is tight
3f-e rarely experiences head gasket failures unlike 1fz. That's where 3fe beats 1fz. My 3fe is over 260k miles and still zippy. Not even smoking. A true off road god
That's awesome... My 1FZ , 93 LC , has over 300k. Bought here in MD for $3500 back in March. Hopefully I get another 100k
Should go another 200k no problem just maintain and pm
Exactly 3FE is king! Don't tell the 1FZ guys 😂
@@LNDCRUZIN they both are good 1fz more power 💪 when I bought mine the previous owner had everything that goes bad on them fixed before I bought it so I got a good deal
Agreed they are both ultra solid and reliable
I love my Lexus LX450 (1997) that I bought for under 7,000 with 170,970, six years ago. No rust and it passes CA smog test with no issues. I want to put the Harrop Eaton e lockers with the original switch.
I just picked up a 97 lx450 in almost mint condition from a junkyard for 1k, nothing wrong with it and started right up, someone rich from Aspen just abandoned it on the side of the road, love this thing
@@jraddd3477 That’s amazing!!!
@@studplayrico Got lucky lol
My 87 hardtop Suzuki samurai would beg to differ...
Nice 80... Just acquired a 96 manual 4x4 4runner.... What a comfy ride when compared to the Sammy
Those things are known for rolling over more than anything else lol
Kzj78 landcruiser 70 prado. Bringing he tothe states soon
i just chang 4:88gear my LC and new arb locker .next week i gonna chang my shifter solenoid. lc getting know for young people now. i see one no run 97 no run with locker they sell for 13k
Got a '94 without lockers. Wish it did have lockers. How do I have fun now?
go out and see how far it takes you ;) you'd be surprised
I would never sell or walk away from mine the best yet
100%
6k for upgrades on 2021 wrangler get out of here. By way you may want to look up the definition of secret. Everyone knows about the 80 series. That’s why they’re so damn expensive. Don’t mean to sound like a duck, I do enjoy your content.
Not a secret to anyone who knows anything about wheeling. It’s no secret😄. That was a ton of money back then. The iron pig was a different model year. I paid 28 k for new one in 91 and that jumped to 42k when I got my 93. Each dealer was lucky to get two a year. The iron pig was a different model year. My 91 was sold before I finished paperwork for my 93. A couple just happened to drive in and bought it thinking it was new one😆
La Mia es 1997
La compre en un yonk yard por 3300
Trae sus detalles pero es una velleza
Se manejar muy bien trea 275xxx milla
El que me la vendio no sabia lo que Era esta troca
felizidades en la compra
HDJ 80 is the best!
Question: what's the difference between the 80 &100 series? I'm a Ford Escape owner.
Independent front suspension.
Paid 20k in 1998 for my lx450 at a police auction. Deal price then. Deal price today!
I just picked up a 97 lx450 in almost mint condition from a junkyard for 1k, nothing wrong with it and started right up, someone rich from Aspen just abandoned it on the side of the road
73/74 diesel 5 speed is even better
110 defender
"looks like a minivan" my ass! lol Great video besides that statement. My 80 looks like a bad mofo and only has a 3 inch lift and 33's
LOLOL Mini van in its stock form lol
@@LNDCRUZIN lol Dude no way. It looks more like a Subaru on protein shakes way more than any type of mini van. Give it more love than a damn mini van please. lol
They aren’t secrets in Australia mate :)
Aussies have all the best cruisers tho
Or NZ bro
Erroneous!! Erroneous on all accounts!! The land cruiser FZJ73 is. But the 80 is nice too. The US didn't get the best of the land cruisers made
Mine have 229k miles and im doing the headgasket so i can last 1m miles Lol
That's not a Tacoma. Thats a Toyota Pickup.
Yep that's right but more people are familiar with the taco and that pickup was the taco's predecessor
No one talks about? Best kept secret? You been in a cave or something? Lol...
Haha if you compare the amount of videos there are on the 100 , 200 series, the taco, the 4 runner vs the videos there are on the fj80 I’d say not that many people talk about them.
@@LNDCRUZIN 20 yrs ago I would have felt the same way....The forums/internet and social media has pretty much exposed anything (not just vehicles) that was once a "best kept secret"...Now everyone with their smart phones has knowledge in the palm of their hands...oh well... My cruisers just keep rising in value.. ✌
Yeah buddy just sit back and watch the value go up and up 😜
LAND ROVERS ARE PRETTY GOOD OFF ROAD. YOUNG MAN YOU NEED TO SALE THIS TRUCK. YOU DONT WANT THE PAIN OF HAVING AN OLD VEHICLE BREAK ON YOU AN ITS AN HIGH END PART. I CAN YOUR SUV WASNT TAKEN CARE OF. THAT THE THING ABOUT LAND CRUISER THEY ARE WELL BUILT AN THE STILL RUN WHEN THERE DAMAGED. PEOPLE RUN THEM AN RUN THEM UNTIL ITS REALLY TIME TO FIX THEM AN ITS TO LATE. THERES A REASON WHY YOU DONT SEE TO MANY OF THIS AN REPAIR COST AN PRICE WERE TWO OF THEM. WHEN THIS LAND CRUISERS WERE BUILT THERE WERE BUILT IN JAPAN AN FOREIGN VEHICLE HAD A HIGHER COST TO FIX. NOW ITS 30 SOMETHING YEARS LATER AND WHAT YOU THINK IS GOING TO BE LIKE NOW IF YOU CAN FIND SOMEONE TO FIX IT. BEEN THERE AN DONE THAT AN IM LETTING YOU NO. ITS NOT A IF BUT WHEN AN HIGH END PART GONNA BREAK SO GET RID OF IT WHILE ITS STILL RUNNING.