I was riding to school every day and I noticed a 1hdt 80 series sitting in the front yard with grass up to the door handles. I wrote a letter to the owner and left it in the letter box he called me a month later. Great bloke ended up picking it up for 18,000 in March 2022 It’s grandpa spec, 315,000 and it brings a smile on my face every day. It’s an absolute dream to drive. Pretty crazy to have my dream car at 18.
Hey Shauno, Awesome new rig mate, looks well taken care of. The best second hand bargain that I have ever come across for a 4WD was when I met my girlfriend, her grandparents had a 1995 Toyota Hilux 2.4L 22R petrol dual cab solid axel front and rear which I was eventually lucky enough to purchase off them after her grandfather unfortunetly passed away. They originally purchased it new from Kalamunda Toyota in the Perth Hills area and it was never taken off road just used as the family car that could carry the horses hay bales in the back and eventually all the grand kids learned how to drive in it. I am now the second owner and I purchased it for what they had it insured for, 3 grand with 160,000Ks on the clock, it has all the original rego papers, service manuals, receipts and log books. It came stock with leather seats and didn’t have a single after market modification but the alloy bull bar with brush bars and side steps that it came with, still has the AM radio without even a tape deck in it haha but It is daily driven and my family and I have made many great memories in it and has grown to be such a sentimental vehicle both for my girlfriend growing up with it and myself having gained 4WD skills and the confidence to get to those special places as it continues to surprise us with its capabilities. I was also born In 1995 so I feel as if we are ageing together :) Cheers for the great efforts you guys go to for the 4WD community, I look forward to the future adventures and info you guys share with us.
Yeah zzzzzzzzz. Be nice to see bloody anything else for a change. Spend the same on a pajero and let's see what they do? Even a land drover or lada niva. Anything other than yet another bloody Toyota!
Always seems to be the same thing Shauno buying his dream vehicle. Seems to be the same thing different show different vehicle. Give us some more shows like last week guys. You got us to wait all week for this.
the best 4wd bargain i have had was a 2005 120 prado 250000 km with all its services never missed a service it has 2 inch lift and 32 inch tiers and a media screen only ever had 2 owners has all toyota genuine tools no rust never had any issues with it and runs like a dream.
Very nice buy mate I just bought a 1fz-fe 1996 model GXL for 8000 has 400000 kms and only needs gaskets and general maintenance done I’m going to get the timing chain replaced as the timing is dancing around a bit when I put the timing light on it but there is plenty of nice bargain 80 series out there people if u are looking for one
What a bloody ripper of a find - I loved my 80 series - I now have a 90 series prado I purchased for $4800 4 years ago - a few mods - but she’s a beauty- 380,000 kms and she’s going strong still ! Well done shauno 👍🏼
Same as mine Shauno! Bought my grandpa spec FT in great condition for $25k in 2019 which had 285kms. Love it. Mine is a manual though so the stallion of unicorns.
Unicorn? I got my 1hdft tripple locked vx limited(highest spec) 197kms, active vacation (factory rear camping setup with gas cooker and sink with on board water and pump, heated seats and winter package, cruise control etc etc, cost me 23,500 in 2019 in NZ, now well over 40-45kNzd. I think I got a good deal
I paid 4K for a VZ Ute that was pretty run down, I cleaned it up and swapped it for a GU 4.2 tray back which was also a run down mine spec Ute. I then cleaned that up and swapped it with a old bloke that needed a Ute for his 105 series which was valued at about 15k. All up it cost me about $6000 for the 105 👌🏻
Just picked up my first 80 to replace a hilux. FT engine, VX limited, 200k kms, paint is tidy and shiny, couldn’t be happier. Got it sight unseen for 10k, saw it for the first time after it had been delivered to my house.
Best second hand bargain I got was a TB42 GQ patrol for 900 bucks that I worked on with my Dad to get it up to road worthy. That allowed me to sell the Navara and get out of debt which lead to being able to change jobs and persue my dream career. Smartest purchase of my life. Took me to Fraser, and all over north Queensland.
Best budget buy for me was in 2014. I found, and still own, a 2010 GU Patrol DX 3.0 CRD auto wagon with 76000km, factory winch bar, factory snorkel, with roadworthy for $17 000! Have since added a 12000lb winch, dual battery setup, rear draws, on board air, 3” lift, offset caster bushed, adjustable pan hard rods front and rear, extended Brahmin lines and breathers, front Lokka, driving lights, boost control, egr delete, catch can, custom overhead console, sound system, UHF and upgraded head lights. Best Buy I’ve ever found.
I brought a second hand 100 series landcruiser I went broke buying it 15000 petrol still factory stocked I trust the landcruiser more then my own family 😅 she just hit 330.020going strong
I got a old '83 Toyota 4x4 for $250 because they said it had a blown engine. Turns out the starter was cranked in super tight against the flywheel. Took out the starter and put it back in and drove that truck for 25,000kms before selling it for $2500 8 years later. Great find Shauno especially with the market the way it is these days!!! All the best gents looking forward to seeing more adventures..
Got my 2001 GMC Sierra 2500HD with the 6.6L Duramax for 8k, 2 years back. Has 154k miles on it and it already had a brand new Allison transmission and injectors installed with warranty just 4k miles before I bought it. Now the truck is valued around 22-25k. Best deal I ever made.
Last year, I purchased a 1987 60 series 2H Diesel with 285,000km for just $500. She’s quite rusty, but the engine runs like a dream. Just needs brake hoses and clutch master cylinder to get it drivable. I could definitely use the snatch recovery kit. I love your newly acquired 80 series - an absolute bargain and a legendary vehicle too.
Considering that Shauno already has Sooty, I would suggest keeping this truck in original stock spec. Keep it factory. I might not survive tracks, but thats what he has Sooty for. This car should be taken care of.
@@jacobparis6576 Well if you followed the channel, you'd know that Sooty Mk2 is already almost ready. He bought another 80 series petrol and transplanted all good mechanical stuff from the old Sooty. This is a 3rd 80 series that he really didn't need, but it was deal he couldn't pass up.
nice pick up Shauno - Great advice on the old bangers...... I have to say the best deal I have come across was the purchase of a turbo diesel NJ pajero that I heavily modified and sold in-complete for someone else to finish building and a year and a half later 'snatched' it back from the original buyer all complete with a whole bunch more mods for less than a third of what I sold it for, still going strong today and gets me all the places I desire..... can't beat that.
Aww geez! Rub it in.. what a specimen.. The best deal I ever got was an old land cruiser my friend's dad was talking about at a barbecue. I really wanted a 4wd but I knew I should get a truck and when he mentioned that he bought it as a project but didn't have time to fix it and none of his kids were interested in Toyota's. I mentioned that I was on a tight budget and he said he'd make me a deal. He also noted it wasn't running but he would help me get it going. After some crazy stories about his adventures in the oil fields in Africa I set up a time to go look at it. What on earth?! It was a land cruiser truck! A 1967 fj45.. $1000, more money for parts and we got old L.C. on the road. 29 years later it's sitting in my barn waiting for a restoration, no real fault of its own aside from neglect and a busy life..
Back in 2008 I picked up a 1984 Rx-7 Series 3 13B for just $1000. My dad and I rebuilt the engine (multiple times), I had to learn how to drive stick (and rotary) and in the end after plenty of good times we sent it on her way 5 years later for a cool profit and heaps of memories. Dads no longer here but I’d love to find one and rebuild it again, only they’re worth $30k now.
The best find I have I found was a Toyota 1HDJ 79 Series Owned by an old bloke up in Darwin had 120000Kms and he was asking 15k. Had original paint and engine, no rust, all original documents always serviced at Toyota regularly and was always kept undercover! It was a ripper !
Nice buy mate. Picked up our 100 series factory turbo 5 speed auto with 280k on the clock for $20k. Grandpa spec just like yours. Built it up doing most of the work myself and towed a van 40k kms around the country. Sold it for $38k with 380k kms and heaps of life left in it!
Pretty happy with my 2009 n70 to be honest. It was a absolute bargain - I only paid $4000 for it, 2nd owner with 96000 on the dial, stock as a rock. Yep it had plenty to fix up but mechanicals are good and its been the perfect base for the new build after selling my mk triton after 12yrs and countless mods and tracks.
Managed to pick up a 1997 40th anniversary edition 80 series with 295,000km on for $15,000 in April 2023. Great condition. Came with 2x spare AT and 5x 33" muddies. Thought this was an absolute steal in the current market!!
Got my first 4wd for 6.5k over in nz. It was an old Hilux surf (4Runner). With the 1kz and factory manual. Immaculate condition inside and out and only done 190,000kms
Took a spontaneous day off work to go and pick up my 80 almost three years ago now. First time I’d ever been in one and knew I had to have it - 1996 1HD-FT with 161k on the clock, one owner and auto just like yours. Managed to get it for $23k and geez it puts a smile on my face every time I drive it!!
Nice buy Shaun. My bargain is a 2006 105 series that my old man gifted me after he purchased a new 79 series. It’s only a 1HZ motor, but with 180000km on the clock, there’s plenty more K’s to go. I’ll keep her stock standard for longevity. The Mrs and I are currently on our first road trip at Airlie beach from tweed heads, with a few days at Fraser Island on the way. We’re happy with the comfort on the highway to the inland tracks of Fraser. It hands down beats the Nissan navara it replaced in all aspects.
I bought my first 80 series this year, it’s a 1995 VX-R limited for $13000. 440000kms on the clock and a full service history’s Toyota. Goes like a dream and she is 2 years older than me💪🏼 absolutely love it!!
Wow the memories my bargain 80 came to me way back in 2005 .96 GXL WITH 260 THOU KM and all the fruit. Twin locked with ARB lockers ,bullbar ,kaymar rear bar ,full steel roof cage ,1HZ with safari turbocharger, and all the servicing done through out of town 4x4 in Barnsley $6000 was the magic number. exactly what the local toyota dealer offered the the original owner but he said he would prefer to help out a young guy instead and sold it to me .it's now done 480 thou km and still going strong 💪
I would love to see this old girl restored back to when it rolled off the factory floor don't get me wrong I love seeing modified 80 series but seeing one that's stock and in mint condition is always very refreshing to see.
My wife and I purchased a 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser from a used car dealership. It was 12th year wedding gift. We saw the add on the internet, made a phone call to ask a few questions then we drove 160 miles to buy it. The FJ Cruiser had absolutely no rust was obviously garage kept and looks to have never been off pavement. Everything functions perfectly. And not a drop of any kind of oil or fluid leaks. I am truly grateful to have a clean title to this rig. But more importantly I am blessed with a wonderful loving Wife that puts up with me 🙂. You really got a great Land Cruiser there👍🏻
Our biggest and most favourite bargain is our 2001 turbo diesel Toyota Prado. We bought it in 2012 for $10k with 270,000km on the clock. It has been our family adventure bus ever since. It’s currently sitting at just over 600,000km and still going strong.
I found myself a mint 2013 hilux, no scratches or rust, low kms, but most importantly, its a manual which i was looking for. Full grandpa spec like your new 80 series. Stoked with it, perfect ute for myself and the family. Slowly adding things when budget allows to make it more capable. 👍
Awesome Rig Shawn! I got myself a 1974 Toyota Fj40 for free. It was sold to the co owner of the company i work for as part of a cabin he bought. It was just sitting in his garage un used for about 6 years. After bugging him for that long he finally just gave it to me! Needs a good amount of body work but runs and drives as it should, and I can't beat the price!
I picked up a company depreciated 2002 Hilux. Therefore I'm the second owner of it for only $1,500. It'd done 300,000km and needed a few maintenance items. It was only ever used in the stockyards paddocks and had never see the beach. It's a bit of a fuel consumer with the V6 petrol engine but can't complain at that price.
I have bought a Suzuki Grand Vitara 3door 1.6L from 2004. It had 22000km on the clock and i (only) paid 7000 Australien dollars for it, which is cheep in Denmark. I would never have discovered the absolut amazing way to take a vacation if it had not been for all the inspiration from your Channel. THANK YOU GUYES
Recently sold my 2006 Hilux with a few mods for 22k and bought myself a 2013 3.2 4x4 px ranger XL with 195kms on the clock, the thing is absolutly stock as a rock, it has the 6 speed auto in it (with an upgraded transmisson cooler), interior is stock hasn't been played with at all, every groumet is stock in the engine bay no wiring what so ever for lights or anything, recepits and everything was provided and in fact was serviced every 5000kms, picked it up for peanuts in my opinion for 14k.
Hey Shauno. I bought a 2000 HZJ74 with only 192.000 km in 2018, a VX and without a radio.... This is my best second hand buy ever in my motoring history for more than 33 years. I had a Daihatsu Rocky, a HZJ73 and a 120 series, but I love my HZJ74 most of all, and I will keep it as long as possible. Greetings from the Netherlands.
Best second hand bargain I’ve picked up is my 1hdft 80 series. Picked it up in 2020 with original 148k klms on it. 1 owner Grandpa spec. Paid 25k for it in immaculate condition
I just went and picked up a 95 80 series, 1hz GXL with 374k on the clock. 2 owners, no rust just been loved for 19.5k. still has all the original books with full service history. Even got the card with the key in it for in your wallet in its original plastic! It’s in fantastic shape absolutely stoked to have found it
Awesome buy shauno, recently bought a 1993 sr5 hilux for $800. Just had an engine rebuild and was running rough. After bringing it home popped the rocket cover off to find it was 3 teeth out of timing. Timed it all up correctly and been going great ever since. Currently installing the runva I bought from you guys and that recovery kit would be an awesome addition👌 great show guys keep up the good work 👏
We sadly rolled our td5 disco 01 with 370k on the clock during our honeymoon roadtrip. Few weeks later bought another td5 disco '99 with 260k for $1,500. We are the 3rd owner (after a couple retired blokes) and it shows. So much better than the old girl and cant wait to get her setup for a big lap around Australia
Got my 92 auto 1HDT 80 for 10k. Already had modified valve body in the auto, Detroit lockers front and back, alloy water tank, sliders, bar, dual batteries etc etc. was extremely cheap back in 2009 when I bought it. Still got it today with a bucket load more of the usual 80 gear.
I my parther and I inherited his grandfathers old 1992 Nissan GQ Cab-chassis TB42 Carby, one owner with all the original paperwork and not a single aftermarket modification! The best part is that the ute only had 92,000km total on the odo in the last 30 years. Of course we had to keep its original name, "Pops Bumpy Truck", but its one hell of a project car!!
My best bargains were both my 80 series. A 96 with 149k miles for $2500usd and a 97 with 356k miles for $3000usd. The hardest part of owning 2 80s is deciding which one your going to drive that day!
I picked up a 98 GU patrol TI owned by a 90yr old man from brand new, absolute grandpa spec, 2 folders full of receipts from every dollar spent on it, not a single mod besides halogen spotties and a towbar, never seen a dirt road, fitted with factory floor mats with aftermarket floor mats on top and when it rained he would line the floor with newspaper, never seen a car so well looked after, I have fitted a 2" lift some 35's bullbar and drawers for our family weekend camping rig, absolutely love it
All of the things that Shaun said about this 80, is EXACTLY why i bought the GQ i have now. Grandpa spec auto efi 4.2 with the only mod being a brake controller.
Shawn, my wife's uncle unfortunately passed away a few years ago and I purchased his 1HDFT from the family. He'd had it from new 397k, never off road but occasionally towed a boat. I've spent 8k on front swivel hubs and bearings, starter, alternater, rocker gasket (with inlet manifold clean whilst off) transmission service etc. Absolutely stock beautiful car to drive and my pride and joy. The "Mick Mobile" would rival your new find in condition, starts first time every time and I love it. Now I just need to get out and enjoy it, so the recovery gear will be an awesome and much needed addition.
@@OutdoorMadNewZealand I know 😂 but it be interesting to compare how all 3 stack up. My old man used to have an FTE swapped into his 80 with a mechanical injection pump modded in. Plus the USA viewers are slowly transitioning to getting diesels so it's going to be very informational and helpful to the age old debate 😂. I've done a video of the FTE's mechanicals on my own channel too if you are into that
Epic find Shauno, looking for one of these 80's myself, but they are getting harder and harder to find a good one, thanks for the tips to keep an eye out for 👍🏼
We picked up an old Isuzu tray back Ute for $2000. Fitted a new windscreen, serviced it and regoed it. Had it for 6 months and then sold it for $5800 nice one 👍
got myself a old 1996 ln106 petrol off some bloke i work for , car runs like a beast was actually a farm truck but has just under 200,000 km on the clock but never misses a beat , only paid $2 for it aswell which was a bargain so i took it off his hands in no time
My best 2nd hand purchase is my current 2006 6 speed manual 4 litre petrol Jeep Wrangler grandpa spec , it has all the manuals and service records plus all original interior with only a head unit change everything else was untouched , all mechanically perfect no leaks no faults no dents in any panel a one owner vehicle super clean and shiny paintwork ,no rust no issues , this my 2nd TJ and certainly the best
'm 16 from New Zealand and was looking at Utes one night, came across a 1992 ln106 hiux bone stock, with 180,000ks on it and he wanted 8k for it which is unreal, I showed it to dad and he said if its still there in the morning then we will buy it. woke up the next morning and it had dropped to 6000$. we went and picked it up and I'm in the middle of putting lift and tyres on it, trying to make it as good as the pony.
Nice buy mate, I bought a 2003 100 series with 80,000 km on it, lifted it 2 inches put a winch, elocker on the back end hooked up the camper trailer and took the wife and kids around Australia for 3 months. Best holiday we ever had. Mate can't beat a Toyota. Oh what a feeling 😁
In 2012 I flew from Perth to Newcastle to buy my 1995 24valve manual 80 series land cruiser. I paid $22,000.00 for it and drove it back. Was the best experience I have ever had driving across the country. The day I got back to Perth I was in my driveway cleaning it and some bloke just walked up off the street and offered me 35k there and then for it... I said sorry mate I have only owned this cruiser for 4 days and I have only been home 2 hours.! 😂
Well done Shauno! I recently bought a 2002 90 Series LC Prado 3.4L V6 Auto with only 280,000km for $10k which was an absolute bargain for its immaculate, original condition. Was very well taken cared of, interior and exterior, already had an ARB bullbar on it, Domin8tor winch, 3 inch lift kit, fully upgraded supension, lights, roof rack, TRD Pro wheels and M/T tyres, complete factory tool kit. Super happy with it!!
I scored with my 93 stock 80. Even had original front steel bumper bar. Similar to this one it had log books etc. Only mod on it was a brake controller. Only paint fade is on the hood. Paid 6k. Super reliable. Have had it for 1.5yrs now and doesn't miss a beat.
Shauno, What a great find. I miss my 96’ FZJ80. Sold because of money issues I was having at the time. Told myself well just buy another later. Now everyone wants them! Still 4 wheel in my diesel Jeep!
I think I got my 105 pretty right. Was looking for an 80 back in 2006 and couldn't find what I was looking for. Then I saw my 105 for sale, it was 3 years old, done very little off road and only 83k on it. An older guy had it and did a lot of awesome mods, mostly arb and tough dog 4 inch lift with a set of brand new 35 inch claws to match. At 40k, I couldn't go past it. I still have it, although it's got 440k on it now and doesn't miss a beat. Awesome rig
I have paid about $11k total on my p38 over the last year and a half of ownership, That includes buying, RWC, mods, servicing and fixes. It's gotten me into the offroading lifestyle on a uni student budget for less than a clapped out patrol or a cruiser would cost to buy before repairs and roadworthys these days. And for that reason it has represented fantastic value for money
Hey Shauno!! Oh mate the best bargain I've come across was back in 2017 when I bought my first 80 series. 1995 Toyota landcruiser HZJ80R non turbo manual with 420,000 on the clock an was the third owner. She was my pride and joy!!! Was a fast girl but boy she would put a smile on your face when you would turn the key! Love your stuff Shauno!!! Beauty of a Landy you have there!
Hi Shaun I purchased my 1997 GL 80 HTZ manual for $10,250 4 years ago. Came stock with ARB front bar and Warn winch no other mods . Full service history, vinal floors 197,000 km on the clock. Was used to tow a caravan but otherwise just parked. Cheers Bill
I picked up 97 LN106 for $1250 off a P plater. It had a few little issues. But after about a grand's worth of maintenance and a few hundred more for RW and Rego. I drove it around for a bit over a year while I rebuilt the 12HT in my 61 and sold it for $9k and paid off the rebuild. Thanks Jocko for driving up the price of the old luxy's ;)
My son had high expectations of a D22 diesel as his first car and to learn in after watching all the 4x4 videos he could to pick his perfect drive. I searched for 3 months and had given up and was just about to buy an Xtrail and then 2 days before a Roadworthy was 2005 D22 Dual Cab ZD30 manual DX was putchased for $6k the day before his birthday. Couple of small dents but everything works and is in good knick. One Happy Camper!
Hey Shauno your zeal is contagious👍. My best bargain was an 1968 FJ40 3f 4 inch lift 33x12.5 $3500 sort of, Maxiss razors. It went like this: A mate was getting married and was told he wouldn't be allowed to keep the FJ40!!! So I put my hand up and he said $3500 and it's yours as he wiped his tears🥺. I had a job that I didn't have time.e to do and was going to let it go but then thought about it for a split second 🤔, I said to my gutted mate he can do the job and keep the profits which were around $3500 he agreed🤙so it really cost me $0😁. He asked me if his missis changed her mined later could he buy it back, I just replied maaaaaate!
Had picked up an 80 series 1hd n/a for $20,000 stock as a rock with 204,000 on the clock everything was in perfect show room conditions paint has no fading or anything wrong had been sitting in his garage for 95% of it life, absolute dream car and over the moon to get a steal like that.
I have a used 1991 Ford Explorer 4.0 5speed limited slip ford 8.8 rear diff and Dana 44 front diff with warn lockouts. I paid 400.00 dollars for it originally from a friend who just loved it but he had too many vehicles. That thing my wife and son drove for years until it got parked with multiple issues for 4+ years behind the garage. After watching some of your 4wd 24/7 vids I put a battery in it and had it running in 5 minutes. It now has a 4” lift 31x10.5 tires, some new headlights and all new ball joints, universal joints up front and new steering box. I am currently replacing some body panels, have a new clutch and will be freshening up some extra heads for the engine. Thanks for the inspiration!
We purchased a 2010 RC Colorado 3L Turbo diesel. For 6K with 120,000 kms on the clock. Absolutely immaculate, In terms of mods it came with a brand new arb bull bar spottiest steel tray, brand new 2 inch old-man-emu suspension lift and a set of brand new A/T Toyo tires.
I bought my first cruiser from and old farmer in idaho in the states a 1987 FJ60 for $4,000! it had only had 110,000 miles on it and no rust! no body damage and perfect interior! it ran rough but i rebuilt the carb in my garage with my dad and it’s been running perfect every sense. i’ve kept the mods as tasteful as possible, i had the cylinders bored out and i swapped in a toyota 5-speed manual in my garage, it has a 2” lift and 33s and now has 305k kilometers but does excellent on the highway and off-road!
Great find there..i have a '97 80 series i picked up 4 or 5 years ago now for 4k..had 300 and a bit k's..its my camping rig..so happy with the old girl..good luck and happy driving/camping to you
Funny enough I made a video about my JDM 80 FT auto mentioning it's your dream 4WD and low and behold here is the proof. So I bought another 1HD-FT in manual and a 1HD-T Auto at a bargain👌🏻 Can't get enough of them
Best so far I've ever had. 2001 Ford f250 4 door 4wd 7.3 turbo diesel. 174k miles never had anything done to it beyond regular maintenance and never had an engine code. Got this rig for the low price of free....it's a big truck compared to the 4wd24/7 team but came stock with air locking hubs on the front diff!!
I bought a 1988 hj61 VX 12ht with 189xxx kms on it from an old boy off a farm for 10 grand. No rust, no paint blemishes, the original PTO winch and even had original red thin line stickers running down the side. It’s actually what got me watching this channel because your old 60 caught my eye. The single biggest regret of my life was selling that car years later to get something more suited to a family. I think I’d probably do just about anything to get it back. Rolling in the 105 now 👍👍😂
There was a fella in Karratha WA when I was over there working in mid 2000s He had racked up over 1 million ks on his turbo 6 79 Series. Same motor and box no rebuilds to the drivetrain. They done a deal with him, put it in the Toyota museum and give him a brand new cruiser
Nice find Shauno, the best second hand deal we have gotten is 60series my uncle gave it to my husband and I for the cost of my hubby helping him out with hiss old Ford witch needed a rebuild, best bargen we have ever gotten if anything she is worth the memories we have and will have in that old girl.
What a clean look 80. Two years ago I purchased a 3.2L D22 Navera 2000 model for $4000. 260 000k. It’s was not standard with after market turbo and Intercooler. ARB front and rear bars, Warn winch, IPF Spots Lights, uhf, ARB compressor, ARB canopy, Dual Battery, camp lights and there is things I have probably missed. This has been the funnest car I’ve owned to date 😁
I scored the deal of a lifetime. Picked up a 2004 HDJ100 manual with 262,000km for $14k from an online auction sight unseen. It wasn’t running due to flat batteries. We only found out on collection that it came Twin locked with ARB lockers & compressor, 150L long range tank 240L total great for the remote trips. Full bash plates and heavy duty suspension. Water tank fitted to the chassis & tap on the kaymar rear bar. Only discovered the Safari Chip when I went to fit my aftermarket sterio from my old vehicle. Love the rig and she’s ready to go anywhere in the country!
G'day Shauno and 4WD 24/7 crew! Nice 80 series! I bought a very cool vehicle a couple of years ago! It's a Toyota Hiace Super Custom 1996 Full-Time 4WD, 1KZ-TE turbo diesel for only $8000. They usually go for $15000 to $19000+ normally. While it's not immaclate, it's still in good condition and I love it! it's been my daily driver and camper to get off the beaten track for the past couple of years! :-) I have a bed base in the back, side awning and for a non low-range vehicle it doesn't do too bad in the muddy stuff! I haven't ever got bogged in it! Cheers, James from Tassie!
Now that's a ripper of an 80 series. Absolute awesome find Shauno. Fix up what's needed but her keep this one primarily stock. ( Maybe a 2 inch lift and A/T's). 👍 It's a gem of a 80.
Shauno the best second-hand bargain I ever came across was my 1995 FT manual LandCruiser. 180,000km one owner and immaculate conditions even the paint. Same deal as yours I got a massive folder, with every receipt from the Bill of sale through to the day I bought it. Mine was $20,000 but I reckon it was worth every cent and I will have that car until I die.
Quite jealous of you Shauno. I'm 19 and just recently took out a loan to buy a mint '97 1hdft 80 series with 290xxx kms for high $30,000s. The fuel pump started leaking about 2 weeks in, cost me $6k. Already spent $12k total in maintenance. Quite hard spending this much on $19 per hour aha. Took 3 years to find one this immaculate and saw some absolute nightmare 80s in that time disguised as clean rigs. Despite the expense im keen for the trips ahead
Hey there from the states! I just scored my first real 4wd. A second (actually 3rd) hand suzuki sidekick for $250usd with 122k miles. I think you guys might call them Vitaras. I love the content and look forward to next Thursday. Keep it up guys!!
The 2nd hand absolute bargain for me was when I bought a Suzuki Grand Vitara 2000.with 100k kms on it. Its not the most good looking 4x4 but it is my first time owning a 4x4 and I am so grateful for it. WIll definitely upgrade it with a lift and more bigger tires for overlanding soon and I am so excited!
I've been a Nissan man most of my life but i pick up 80 last November with 140 ks on it and I only paided 20 it's all original I'm loving it and it runs like a dream
Recently purchased a 1986 hj61 12ht stock as a rock 500,000kms lived 18 years of its life in dorrigo nsw, great weekend car for our little family, big plans for the beast
I bought a chopped and chassis extended 2008 76 for 35k with 300kms on it So essentially a dual cab 79 series’s, with more space in the back seats, the tin dash, A longer wheel base and the storage boxes where the wheel used to be. I don’t think there many if any like this floating around so it was a pretty amazing buy.
I was riding to school every day and I noticed a 1hdt 80 series sitting in the front yard with grass up to the door handles. I wrote a letter to the owner and left it in the letter box he called me a month later. Great bloke ended up picking it up for 18,000 in March 2022 It’s grandpa spec, 315,000 and it brings a smile on my face every day. It’s an absolute dream to drive. Pretty crazy to have my dream car at 18.
Isn’t 18k a lot?
@@tjrex2001not for a 1hdt. Thats cheap
Hey Shauno, Awesome new rig mate, looks well taken care of. The best second hand bargain that I have ever come across for a 4WD was when I met my girlfriend, her grandparents had a 1995 Toyota Hilux 2.4L 22R petrol dual cab solid axel front and rear which I was eventually lucky enough to purchase off them after her grandfather unfortunetly passed away. They originally purchased it new from Kalamunda Toyota in the Perth Hills area and it was never taken off road just used as the family car that could carry the horses hay bales in the back and eventually all the grand kids learned how to drive in it. I am now the second owner and I purchased it for what they had it insured for, 3 grand with 160,000Ks on the clock, it has all the original rego papers, service manuals, receipts and log books. It came stock with leather seats and didn’t have a single after market modification but the alloy bull bar with brush bars and side steps that it came with, still has the AM radio without even a tape deck in it haha but It is daily driven and my family and I have made many great memories in it and has grown to be such a sentimental vehicle both for my girlfriend growing up with it and myself having gained 4WD skills and the confidence to get to those special places as it continues to surprise us with its capabilities. I was also born In 1995 so I feel as if we are ageing together :) Cheers for the great efforts you guys go to for the 4WD community, I look forward to the future adventures and info you guys share with us.
Now for something completely different. A Toyota
Yeah zzzzzzzzz. Be nice to see bloody anything else for a change.
Spend the same on a pajero and let's see what they do? Even a land drover or lada niva. Anything other than yet another bloody Toyota!
Yeah it would be handy if he’d leave some for the rest of us
@@sloth_e imagine how good an old disco or range rover build would be
Always seems to be the same thing Shauno buying his dream vehicle.
Seems to be the same thing different show different vehicle.
Give us some more shows like last week guys.
You got us to wait all week for this.
As much as I love my Cruisers would be good to see something different
the best 4wd bargain i have had was a 2005 120 prado 250000 km with all its services never missed a service it has 2 inch lift and 32 inch tiers and a media screen only ever had 2 owners has all toyota genuine tools no rust never had any issues with it and runs like a dream.
shauno is the type person who will own 10 80siries and still feel its like his first ever car. 😁😁.
i love how passionate he is, i would be the same if we swapped wallets
He's a simple man.
I honestly feel the same way about Mazda BT-50s.
Very nice buy mate I just bought a 1fz-fe 1996 model GXL for 8000 has 400000 kms and only needs gaskets and general maintenance done I’m going to get the timing chain replaced as the timing is dancing around a bit when I put the timing light on it but there is plenty of nice bargain 80 series out there people if u are looking for one
because 1hdft 80 series are truly the best 4wd ever made
What a bloody ripper of a find - I loved my 80 series - I now have a 90 series prado I purchased for $4800 4 years ago - a few mods - but she’s a beauty- 380,000 kms and she’s going strong still ! Well done shauno 👍🏼
Same as mine Shauno! Bought my grandpa spec FT in great condition for $25k in 2019 which had 285kms. Love it. Mine is a manual though so the stallion of unicorns.
25k that’s rough as
@@samueldwyer4880 lol no it’s not.
Unicorn? I got my 1hdft tripple locked vx limited(highest spec) 197kms, active vacation (factory rear camping setup with gas cooker and sink with on board water and pump, heated seats and winter package, cruise control etc etc, cost me 23,500 in 2019 in NZ, now well over 40-45kNzd. I think I got a good deal
@@excessivegarage why do you call it Tripple locked when it’s double locked. Transfer is mute, they’re all locked.
I paid 4K for a VZ Ute that was pretty run down, I cleaned it up and swapped it for a GU 4.2 tray back which was also a run down mine spec Ute. I then cleaned that up and swapped it with a old bloke that needed a Ute for his 105 series which was valued at about 15k. All up it cost me about $6000 for the 105 👌🏻
My story similar bought a VZ ute for 800 was on road for 2500 sold it for 10 an swapped a Getz an 7k an bought a 1 1991 1hdt 80 an love it
Just picked up my first 80 to replace a hilux. FT engine, VX limited, 200k kms, paint is tidy and shiny, couldn’t be happier. Got it sight unseen for 10k, saw it for the first time after it had been delivered to my house.
Holy shit thats a deal! 10k for a 1hdft 80 with 200k kms! Congratulation mate!
Awesome, where do you look for bargains like that?
Best second hand bargain I got was a TB42 GQ patrol for 900 bucks that I worked on with my Dad to get it up to road worthy. That allowed me to sell the Navara and get out of debt which lead to being able to change jobs and persue my dream career. Smartest purchase of my life. Took me to Fraser, and all over north Queensland.
Best budget buy for me was in 2014. I found, and still own, a 2010 GU Patrol DX 3.0 CRD auto wagon with 76000km, factory winch bar, factory snorkel, with roadworthy for $17 000!
Have since added a 12000lb winch, dual battery setup, rear draws, on board air, 3” lift, offset caster bushed, adjustable pan hard rods front and rear, extended Brahmin lines and breathers, front Lokka, driving lights, boost control, egr delete, catch can, custom overhead console, sound system, UHF and upgraded head lights. Best Buy I’ve ever found.
I brought a second hand 100 series landcruiser I went broke buying it 15000 petrol still factory stocked I trust the landcruiser more then my own family 😅 she just hit 330.020going strong
I got a old '83 Toyota 4x4 for $250 because they said it had a blown engine. Turns out the starter was cranked in super tight against the flywheel. Took out the starter and put it back in and drove that truck for 25,000kms before selling it for $2500 8 years later. Great find Shauno especially with the market the way it is these days!!! All the best gents looking forward to seeing more adventures..
How good is that.
Got my 2001 GMC Sierra 2500HD with the 6.6L Duramax for 8k, 2 years back. Has 154k miles on it and it already had a brand new Allison transmission and injectors installed with warranty just 4k miles before I bought it. Now the truck is valued around 22-25k. Best deal I ever made.
Last year, I purchased a 1987 60 series 2H Diesel with 285,000km for just $500. She’s quite rusty, but the engine runs like a dream. Just needs brake hoses and clutch master cylinder to get it drivable. I could definitely use the snatch recovery kit.
I love your newly acquired 80 series - an absolute bargain and a legendary vehicle too.
Considering that Shauno already has Sooty, I would suggest keeping this truck in original stock spec. Keep it factory. I might not survive tracks, but thats what he has Sooty for. This car should be taken care of.
I thought Sooty's body was cracked on all the mounts and needed to be reshelled?
@@jacobparis6576 it already was, there are several videos on it
@@jacobparis6576 Well if you followed the channel, you'd know that Sooty Mk2 is already almost ready. He bought another 80 series petrol and transplanted all good mechanical stuff from the old Sooty.
This is a 3rd 80 series that he really didn't need, but it was deal he couldn't pass up.
@@007Knightjp do we really need any of cars trucks we like?😉
@@JzxRoss Ferkenoath we need 'em, cobba! How else is one to face the existential dread of living?
nice pick up Shauno - Great advice on the old bangers......
I have to say the best deal I have come across was the purchase of a turbo diesel NJ pajero that I heavily modified and sold in-complete for someone else to finish building and a year and a half later 'snatched' it back from the original buyer all complete with a whole bunch more mods for less than a third of what I sold it for, still going strong today and gets me all the places I desire..... can't beat that.
Yewww
Aww geez! Rub it in.. what a specimen.. The best deal I ever got was an old land cruiser my friend's dad was talking about at a barbecue. I really wanted a 4wd but I knew I should get a truck and when he mentioned that he bought it as a project but didn't have time to fix it and none of his kids were interested in Toyota's. I mentioned that I was on a tight budget and he said he'd make me a deal. He also noted it wasn't running but he would help me get it going. After some crazy stories about his adventures in the oil fields in Africa I set up a time to go look at it.
What on earth?! It was a land cruiser truck! A 1967 fj45.. $1000, more money for parts and we got old L.C. on the road. 29 years later it's sitting in my barn waiting for a restoration, no real fault of its own aside from neglect and a busy life..
Back in 2008 I picked up a 1984 Rx-7 Series 3 13B for just $1000. My dad and I rebuilt the engine (multiple times), I had to learn how to drive stick (and rotary) and in the end after plenty of good times we sent it on her way 5 years later for a cool profit and heaps of memories. Dads no longer here but I’d love to find one and rebuild it again, only they’re worth $30k now.
The best find I have I found was a Toyota 1HDJ 79 Series Owned by an old bloke up in Darwin had 120000Kms and he was asking 15k. Had original paint and engine, no rust, all original documents always serviced at Toyota regularly and was always kept undercover! It was a ripper !
You can't even get a HZJ75 for $15,000 these days.... Even in 2010 I got my '92 for 11,000. That is the bargain of the century
Nice buy mate. Picked up our 100 series factory turbo 5 speed auto with 280k on the clock for $20k. Grandpa spec just like yours. Built it up doing most of the work myself and towed a van 40k kms around the country. Sold it for $38k with 380k kms and heaps of life left in it!
Pretty happy with my 2009 n70 to be honest. It was a absolute bargain - I only paid $4000 for it, 2nd owner with 96000 on the dial, stock as a rock. Yep it had plenty to fix up but mechanicals are good and its been the perfect base for the new build after selling my mk triton after 12yrs and countless mods and tracks.
What! How?
@@samyeomans6710 right place right time but unfortunate circumstances - deceased estate.
Certainly didn’t buy that now lol years ago maybe ...
@@fishingoz279 bout 3 yrs I’ve had it mate, no bloody chance now you’re dead right there lol
Yeah, 3 years ago is all a lot different to now lol
Managed to pick up a 1997 40th anniversary edition 80 series with 295,000km on for $15,000 in April 2023. Great condition. Came with 2x spare AT and 5x 33" muddies. Thought this was an absolute steal in the current market!!
Got my first 4wd for 6.5k over in nz. It was an old Hilux surf (4Runner). With the 1kz and factory manual. Immaculate condition inside and out and only done 190,000kms
Took a spontaneous day off work to go and pick up my 80 almost three years ago now. First time I’d ever been in one and knew I had to have it - 1996 1HD-FT with 161k on the clock, one owner and auto just like yours. Managed to get it for $23k and geez it puts a smile on my face every time I drive it!!
Nice buy Shaun. My bargain is a 2006 105 series that my old man gifted me after he purchased a new 79 series. It’s only a 1HZ motor, but with 180000km on the clock, there’s plenty more K’s to go. I’ll keep her stock standard for longevity.
The Mrs and I are currently on our first road trip at Airlie beach from tweed heads, with a few days at Fraser Island on the way. We’re happy with the comfort on the highway to the inland tracks of Fraser. It hands down beats the Nissan navara it replaced in all aspects.
I bought my first 80 series this year, it’s a 1995 VX-R limited for $13000. 440000kms on the clock and a full service history’s Toyota. Goes like a dream and she is 2 years older than me💪🏼 absolutely love it!!
Lived it's entire life as a pride and joy,
Now to have the life thrashed out of it!!!
That’s pretty sad but, pretty funny at the same time, ha ha!
Wow the memories my bargain 80 came to me way back in 2005 .96 GXL WITH 260 THOU KM and all the fruit. Twin locked with ARB lockers ,bullbar ,kaymar rear bar ,full steel roof cage ,1HZ with safari turbocharger, and all the servicing done through out of town 4x4 in Barnsley
$6000 was the magic number. exactly what the local toyota dealer offered the the original owner but he said he would prefer to help out a young guy instead and sold it to me .it's now done 480 thou km and still going strong 💪
I would love to see this old girl restored back to when it rolled off the factory floor don't get me wrong I love seeing modified 80 series but seeing one that's stock and in mint condition is always very refreshing to see.
Prob a good little investment at the mo,
My wife and I purchased a 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser from a used car dealership. It was 12th year wedding gift. We saw the add on the internet, made a phone call to ask a few questions then we drove 160 miles to buy it.
The FJ Cruiser had absolutely no rust was obviously garage kept and looks to have never been off pavement. Everything functions perfectly. And not a drop of any kind of oil or fluid leaks.
I am truly grateful to have a clean title to this rig.
But more importantly I am blessed with a wonderful loving Wife that puts up with me 🙂.
You really got a great Land Cruiser there👍🏻
Our biggest and most favourite bargain is our 2001 turbo diesel Toyota Prado. We bought it in 2012 for $10k with 270,000km on the clock. It has been our family adventure bus ever since. It’s currently sitting at just over 600,000km and still going strong.
I found myself a mint 2013 hilux, no scratches or rust, low kms, but most importantly, its a manual which i was looking for. Full grandpa spec like your new 80 series. Stoked with it, perfect ute for myself and the family. Slowly adding things when budget allows to make it more capable. 👍
Awesome Rig Shawn! I got myself a 1974 Toyota Fj40 for free. It was sold to the co owner of the company i work for as part of a cabin he bought. It was just sitting in his garage un used for about 6 years. After bugging him for that long he finally just gave it to me! Needs a good amount of body work but runs and drives as it should, and I can't beat the price!
I picked up a company depreciated 2002 Hilux. Therefore I'm the second owner of it for only $1,500. It'd done 300,000km and needed a few maintenance items. It was only ever used in the stockyards paddocks and had never see the beach. It's a bit of a fuel consumer with the V6 petrol engine but can't complain at that price.
Being v6 it would go pretty good, can’t kill a n60
I have bought a Suzuki Grand Vitara 3door 1.6L from 2004. It had 22000km on the clock and i (only) paid 7000 Australien dollars for it, which is cheep in Denmark.
I would never have discovered the absolut amazing way to take a vacation if it had not been for all the inspiration from your Channel. THANK YOU GUYES
Recently sold my 2006 Hilux with a few mods for 22k and bought myself a 2013 3.2 4x4 px ranger XL with 195kms on the clock, the thing is absolutly stock as a rock, it has the 6 speed auto in it (with an upgraded transmisson cooler), interior is stock hasn't been played with at all, every groumet is stock in the engine bay no wiring what so ever for lights or anything, recepits and everything was provided and in fact was serviced every 5000kms, picked it up for peanuts in my opinion for 14k.
Hey Shauno. I bought a 2000 HZJ74 with only 192.000 km in 2018, a VX and without a radio.... This is my best second hand buy ever in my motoring history for more than 33 years. I had a Daihatsu Rocky, a HZJ73 and a 120 series, but I love my HZJ74 most of all, and I will keep it as long as possible.
Greetings from the Netherlands.
Best second hand bargain I’ve picked up is my 1hdft 80 series. Picked it up in 2020 with original 148k klms on it. 1 owner Grandpa spec. Paid 25k for it in immaculate condition
I just went and picked up a 95 80 series, 1hz GXL with 374k on the clock. 2 owners, no rust just been loved for 19.5k. still has all the original books with full service history. Even got the card with the key in it for in your wallet in its original plastic! It’s in fantastic shape absolutely stoked to have found it
Awesome buy shauno, recently bought a 1993 sr5 hilux for $800. Just had an engine rebuild and was running rough. After bringing it home popped the rocket cover off to find it was 3 teeth out of timing. Timed it all up correctly and been going great ever since. Currently installing the runva I bought from you guys and that recovery kit would be an awesome addition👌 great show guys keep up the good work 👏
We sadly rolled our td5 disco 01 with 370k on the clock during our honeymoon roadtrip. Few weeks later bought another td5 disco '99 with 260k for $1,500. We are the 3rd owner (after a couple retired blokes) and it shows. So much better than the old girl and cant wait to get her setup for a big lap around Australia
Got my 92 auto 1HDT 80 for 10k. Already had modified valve body in the auto, Detroit lockers front and back, alloy water tank, sliders, bar, dual batteries etc etc. was extremely cheap back in 2009 when I bought it. Still got it today with a bucket load more of the usual 80 gear.
There ya go its only a hdt
I my parther and I inherited his grandfathers old 1992 Nissan GQ Cab-chassis TB42 Carby, one owner with all the original paperwork and not a single aftermarket modification! The best part is that the ute only had 92,000km total on the odo in the last 30 years. Of course we had to keep its original name, "Pops Bumpy Truck", but its one hell of a project car!!
My best bargains were both my 80 series. A 96 with 149k miles for $2500usd and a 97 with 356k miles for $3000usd. The hardest part of owning 2 80s is deciding which one your going to drive that day!
I picked up a 98 GU patrol TI owned by a 90yr old man from brand new, absolute grandpa spec, 2 folders full of receipts from every dollar spent on it, not a single mod besides halogen spotties and a towbar, never seen a dirt road, fitted with factory floor mats with aftermarket floor mats on top and when it rained he would line the floor with newspaper, never seen a car so well looked after, I have fitted a 2" lift some 35's bullbar and drawers for our family weekend camping rig, absolutely love it
All of the things that Shaun said about this 80, is EXACTLY why i bought the GQ i have now. Grandpa spec auto efi 4.2 with the only mod being a brake controller.
Nobody cares about gqs
@@perth7930 I disagree. Love my GQ.
Recently was lucky enough to have my grandpa pass his 98 Mazda Bravo b2600 passed on to me. First 4wd I've had. Has only 58,000km on it. Love it!
Shaunos already starting to build sooty mk3 because being a Toyota sooty mk2 is for sure going to break down soon
I see you're on the dark side mate
Nah,Fitzy is on the right side, He proby drives a Gu patrol.
Shawn, my wife's uncle unfortunately passed away a few years ago and I purchased his 1HDFT from the family. He'd had it from new 397k, never off road but occasionally towed a boat. I've spent 8k on front swivel hubs and bearings, starter, alternater, rocker gasket (with inlet manifold clean whilst off) transmission service etc. Absolutely stock beautiful car to drive and my pride and joy. The "Mick Mobile" would rival your new find in condition, starts first time every time and I love it. Now I just need to get out and enjoy it, so the recovery gear will be an awesome and much needed addition.
Do a comparison between Sooty (1HD-T 12 valve) this (1HD-FT 24valve) and dirty 30 mk2 (1HD-FTE 24valve efi). Many people will appreciate it
think we know the outcome to this one mate. FTE are unbeatable
@@OutdoorMadNewZealand I know 😂 but it be interesting to compare how all 3 stack up. My old man used to have an FTE swapped into his 80 with a mechanical injection pump modded in. Plus the USA viewers are slowly transitioning to getting diesels so it's going to be very informational and helpful to the age old debate 😂. I've done a video of the FTE's mechanicals on my own channel too if you are into that
Looking forward to the show at Sydney today. Good luck fellas
Epic find Shauno, looking for one of these 80's myself, but they are getting harder and harder to find a good one, thanks for the tips to keep an eye out for 👍🏼
That's because he's buying them all!
We picked up an old Isuzu tray back Ute for $2000. Fitted a new windscreen, serviced it and regoed it. Had it for 6 months and then sold it for $5800 nice one 👍
80 Series are epic!! Best 4wd ever had!!
got myself a old 1996 ln106 petrol off some bloke i work for , car runs like a beast was actually a farm truck but has just under 200,000 km on the clock but never misses a beat , only paid $2 for it aswell which was a bargain so i took it off his hands in no time
Would’ve love to have seen you do a new car you haven’t done before like a 105 or a troopy. 80’s have been done to death
My best 2nd hand purchase is my current 2006 6 speed manual 4 litre petrol Jeep Wrangler grandpa spec , it has all the manuals and service records plus all original interior with only a head unit change everything else was untouched , all mechanically perfect no leaks no faults no dents in any panel a one owner vehicle super clean and shiny paintwork ,no rust no issues , this my 2nd TJ and certainly the best
U need to get a hungie or 105 brother. From what I know you've never had one
105 with a swap would be mint
'm 16 from New Zealand and was looking at Utes one night, came across a 1992 ln106 hiux bone stock, with 180,000ks on it and he wanted 8k for it which is unreal, I showed it to dad and he said if its still there in the morning then we will buy it. woke up the next morning and it had dropped to 6000$. we went and picked it up and I'm in the middle of putting lift and tyres on it, trying to make it as good as the pony.
Cool I guess
Nice buy mate, I bought a 2003 100 series with 80,000 km on it, lifted it 2 inches put a winch, elocker on the back end hooked up the camper trailer and took the wife and kids around Australia for 3 months. Best holiday we ever had. Mate can't beat a Toyota. Oh what a feeling 😁
Same same but different, I'll keep watching the trip vids but this extra stuff is getting old
Totally agree, I’m over this crap 💩
In 2012 I flew from Perth to Newcastle to buy my 1995 24valve manual 80 series land cruiser. I paid $22,000.00 for it and drove it back. Was the best experience I have ever had driving across the country. The day I got back to Perth I was in my driveway cleaning it and some bloke just walked up off the street and offered me 35k there and then for it... I said sorry mate I have only owned this cruiser for 4 days and I have only been home 2 hours.! 😂
I bought one for 12g 10 years ago. 400000 km now and still going well.
Great machines
Well done Shauno! I recently bought a 2002 90 Series LC Prado 3.4L V6 Auto with only 280,000km for $10k which was an absolute bargain for its immaculate, original condition. Was very well taken cared of, interior and exterior, already had an ARB bullbar on it, Domin8tor winch, 3 inch lift kit, fully upgraded supension, lights, roof rack, TRD Pro wheels and M/T tyres, complete factory tool kit. Super happy with it!!
I scored with my 93 stock 80. Even had original front steel bumper bar. Similar to this one it had log books etc. Only mod on it was a brake controller. Only paint fade is on the hood. Paid 6k. Super reliable. Have had it for 1.5yrs now and doesn't miss a beat.
Shauno, What a great find. I miss my 96’ FZJ80. Sold because of money issues I was having at the time. Told myself well just buy another later. Now everyone wants them! Still 4 wheel in my diesel Jeep!
I think I got my 105 pretty right. Was looking for an 80 back in 2006 and couldn't find what I was looking for. Then I saw my 105 for sale, it was 3 years old, done very little off road and only 83k on it.
An older guy had it and did a lot of awesome mods, mostly arb and tough dog 4 inch lift with a set of brand new 35 inch claws to match. At 40k, I couldn't go past it.
I still have it, although it's got 440k on it now and doesn't miss a beat. Awesome rig
I have paid about $11k total on my p38 over the last year and a half of ownership,
That includes buying, RWC, mods, servicing and fixes.
It's gotten me into the offroading lifestyle on a uni student budget for less than a clapped out patrol or a cruiser would cost to buy before repairs and roadworthys these days.
And for that reason it has represented fantastic value for money
Hey Shauno!! Oh mate the best bargain I've come across was back in 2017 when I bought my first 80 series. 1995 Toyota landcruiser HZJ80R non turbo manual with 420,000 on the clock an was the third owner. She was my pride and joy!!! Was a fast girl but boy she would put a smile on your face when you would turn the key!
Love your stuff Shauno!!! Beauty of a Landy you have there!
Hi Shaun I purchased my 1997 GL 80 HTZ manual for $10,250 4 years ago. Came stock with ARB front bar and Warn winch no other mods . Full service history, vinal floors 197,000 km on the clock. Was used to tow a caravan but otherwise just parked. Cheers Bill
I picked up 97 LN106 for $1250 off a P plater. It had a few little issues. But after about a grand's worth of maintenance and a few hundred more for RW and Rego. I drove it around for a bit over a year while I rebuilt the 12HT in my 61 and sold it for $9k and paid off the rebuild. Thanks Jocko for driving up the price of the old luxy's ;)
My son had high expectations of a D22 diesel as his first car and to learn in after watching all the 4x4 videos he could to pick his perfect drive. I searched for 3 months and had given up and was just about to buy an Xtrail and then 2 days before a Roadworthy was 2005 D22 Dual Cab ZD30 manual DX was putchased for $6k the day before his birthday. Couple of small dents but everything works and is in good knick. One Happy Camper!
Got my bright yellow 1985 YN65 Hilux 4x4 for $2000, rust free, all the books, and toolkit. Such a fun little truck, sold it for double many kms later.
Hey Shauno your zeal is contagious👍. My best bargain was an 1968 FJ40 3f 4 inch lift 33x12.5 $3500 sort of, Maxiss razors. It went like this: A mate was getting married and was told he wouldn't be allowed to keep the FJ40!!! So I put my hand up and he said $3500 and it's yours as he wiped his tears🥺. I had a job that I didn't have time.e to do and was going to let it go but then thought about it for a split second 🤔, I said to my gutted mate he can do the job and keep the profits which were around $3500 he agreed🤙so it really cost me $0😁. He asked me if his missis changed her mined later could he buy it back, I just replied maaaaaate!
Had picked up an 80 series 1hd n/a for $20,000 stock as a rock with 204,000 on the clock everything was in perfect show room conditions paint has no fading or anything wrong had been sitting in his garage for 95% of it life, absolute dream car and over the moon to get a steal like that.
I have a used 1991 Ford Explorer 4.0 5speed limited slip ford 8.8 rear diff and Dana 44 front diff with warn lockouts. I paid 400.00 dollars for it originally from a friend who just loved it but he had too many vehicles. That thing my wife and son drove for years until it got parked with multiple issues for 4+ years behind the garage. After watching some of your 4wd 24/7 vids I put a battery in it and had it running in 5 minutes. It now has a 4” lift 31x10.5 tires, some new headlights and all new ball joints, universal joints up front and new steering box. I am currently replacing some body panels, have a new clutch and will be freshening up some extra heads for the engine. Thanks for the inspiration!
We purchased a 2010 RC Colorado 3L Turbo diesel. For 6K with 120,000 kms on the clock.
Absolutely immaculate, In terms of mods it came with a brand new arb bull bar spottiest steel tray, brand new 2 inch old-man-emu suspension lift and a set of brand new A/T Toyo tires.
I bought my first cruiser from and old farmer in idaho in the states a 1987 FJ60 for $4,000! it had only had 110,000 miles on it and no rust! no body damage and perfect interior! it ran rough but i rebuilt the carb in my garage with my dad and it’s been running perfect every sense. i’ve kept the mods as tasteful as possible, i had the cylinders bored out and i swapped in a toyota 5-speed manual in my garage, it has a 2” lift and 33s and now has 305k kilometers but does excellent on the highway and off-road!
I just bought a first hand Suzuki Grand Vitara with 67k km on the clock all original, this is my best bargain of 4wd
Great find there..i have a '97 80 series i picked up 4 or 5 years ago now for 4k..had 300 and a bit k's..its my camping rig..so happy with the old girl..good luck and happy driving/camping to you
Funny enough I made a video about my JDM 80 FT auto mentioning it's your dream 4WD and low and behold here is the proof. So I bought another 1HD-FT in manual and a 1HD-T Auto at a bargain👌🏻
Can't get enough of them
Best so far I've ever had. 2001 Ford f250 4 door 4wd 7.3 turbo diesel. 174k miles never had anything done to it beyond regular maintenance and never had an engine code. Got this rig for the low price of free....it's a big truck compared to the 4wd24/7 team but came stock with air locking hubs on the front diff!!
I bought a 1988 hj61 VX 12ht with 189xxx kms on it from an old boy off a farm for 10 grand. No rust, no paint blemishes, the original PTO winch and even had original red thin line stickers running down the side. It’s actually what got me watching this channel because your old 60 caught my eye.
The single biggest regret of my life was selling that car years later to get something more suited to a family. I think I’d probably do just about anything to get it back.
Rolling in the 105 now 👍👍😂
There was a fella in Karratha WA when I was over there working in mid 2000s He had racked up over 1 million ks on his turbo 6 79 Series. Same motor and box no rebuilds to the drivetrain. They done a deal with him, put it in the Toyota museum and give him a brand new cruiser
Nice find Shauno, the best second hand deal we have gotten is 60series my uncle gave it to my husband and I for the cost of my hubby helping him out with hiss old Ford witch needed a rebuild, best bargen we have ever gotten if anything she is worth the memories we have and will have in that old girl.
Hope Shawno just restore’s it to its former glory! That would epic to watch.
What a clean look 80. Two years ago I purchased a 3.2L D22 Navera 2000 model for $4000. 260 000k. It’s was not standard with after market turbo and Intercooler. ARB front and rear bars, Warn winch, IPF Spots Lights, uhf, ARB compressor, ARB canopy, Dual Battery, camp lights and there is things I have probably missed. This has been the funnest car I’ve owned to date 😁
I scored the deal of a lifetime. Picked up a 2004 HDJ100 manual with 262,000km for $14k from an online auction sight unseen. It wasn’t running due to flat batteries. We only found out on collection that it came Twin locked with ARB lockers & compressor, 150L long range tank 240L total great for the remote trips. Full bash plates and heavy duty suspension. Water tank fitted to the chassis & tap on the kaymar rear bar. Only discovered the Safari Chip when I went to fit my aftermarket sterio from my old vehicle. Love the rig and she’s ready to go anywhere in the country!
G'day Shauno and 4WD 24/7 crew! Nice 80 series! I bought a very cool vehicle a couple of years ago! It's a Toyota Hiace Super Custom 1996 Full-Time 4WD, 1KZ-TE turbo diesel for only $8000. They usually go for $15000 to $19000+ normally. While it's not immaclate, it's still in good condition and I love it! it's been my daily driver and camper to get off the beaten track for the past couple of years! :-) I have a bed base in the back, side awning and for a non low-range vehicle it doesn't do too bad in the muddy stuff! I haven't ever got bogged in it! Cheers, James from Tassie!
Now that's a ripper of an 80 series. Absolute awesome find Shauno. Fix up what's needed but her keep this one primarily stock. ( Maybe a 2 inch lift and A/T's). 👍 It's a gem of a 80.
Shauno the best second-hand bargain I ever came across was my 1995 FT manual LandCruiser.
180,000km one owner and immaculate conditions even the paint.
Same deal as yours I got a massive folder, with every receipt from the Bill of sale through to the day I bought it.
Mine was $20,000 but I reckon it was worth every cent and I will have that car until I die.
Quite jealous of you Shauno. I'm 19 and just recently took out a loan to buy a mint '97 1hdft 80 series with 290xxx kms for high $30,000s. The fuel pump started leaking about 2 weeks in, cost me $6k. Already spent $12k total in maintenance. Quite hard spending this much on $19 per hour aha. Took 3 years to find one this immaculate and saw some absolute nightmare 80s in that time disguised as clean rigs. Despite the expense im keen for the trips ahead
Hey there from the states! I just scored my first real 4wd. A second (actually 3rd) hand suzuki sidekick for $250usd with 122k miles. I think you guys might call them Vitaras. I love the content and look forward to next Thursday. Keep it up guys!!
The 2nd hand absolute bargain for me was when I bought a Suzuki Grand Vitara 2000.with 100k kms on it. Its not the most good looking 4x4 but it is my first time owning a 4x4 and I am so grateful for it. WIll definitely upgrade it with a lift and more bigger tires for overlanding soon and I am so excited!
I ended up getting a 97 Daihatsu rocky turbo diesel for 2.5k about a month ago. First 4wd and learning a lot with it thanks to your channel!
I've been a Nissan man most of my life but i pick up 80 last November with 140 ks on it and I only paided 20 it's all original I'm loving it and it runs like a dream
Recently purchased a 1986 hj61 12ht stock as a rock 500,000kms lived 18 years of its life in dorrigo nsw, great weekend car for our little family, big plans for the beast
I bought a chopped and chassis extended 2008 76 for 35k with 300kms on it
So essentially a dual cab 79 series’s, with more space in the back seats, the tin dash, A longer wheel base and the storage boxes where the wheel used to be.
I don’t think there many if any like this floating around so it was a pretty amazing buy.