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.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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 👌🏻
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 👍🏼
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.
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..
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 !
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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..
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.
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!!
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!
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
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.
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
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.
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 💪
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!!
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. 👍
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 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.
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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
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!
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.
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.
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
@@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
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 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
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!
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
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👍🏻
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!
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
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 recently just picked up a single owner 1982 FJ60 with only 127 000ks on the clock. A real barn find, as the paint and interior looked like it just came off the show room floor. Well after I cleaned off 2” of barn dust off it (hadn’t been driven for 12 years). The best part is it is truly grandpa spec with every fuel and service receipt from 1982, and he only wanted $5k for it. It was a real poster for Toyota reliability, stuck a new battery in it to see if it would kick over and get oil pressure, and she started second crank.
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.
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.
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
I bought a really well kept Y60 Nissan Safari High Roof at 253Km for $20,000, Minimal rust, the last owner had it Repainted, serviced regularly, reupholstered and carpeted he also kept all the receipts and the original Japanese manual and it drives very well and I'm now a proud second owner of it in NZ
We bought a 2002 Mercedes Benz c-class with 10,000 kms bought 5 years later from an owner that only drove it a couple of times, and , now the car is 22 years old, and still has 110,000 kms. The car is practically all original. Still working like a treat
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!!
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 friend found an absolute weapon of an hj 47 that had about 190000km on the clock. The the owner had it since brand new and rarely drove it. When he decided to sell it he through the should completely do it up and got it completely detailed and a new tray because of minor rust. So all and all it was a one owner hj47 with 190000km and service by Toyota with new tray and he got it for $12000, my friend offed to pay more as it was too good of a deal but the man (farmer) denied and said it deserves a good home rather than the highest bidder
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.
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 got and absolute ball tearer 4 years ago today. Driving through country Vic and a grandpa 1990 gq patrol/ford maverick TD42 diesel parked out the front of a farm. 94 year old fellow bought it new, no dents or paint fade, full service books and a tonne of receipts. Was garaged every night from new, he out house carpet over the floor and sheepskin seat covers and the original tape deck and got it for $4300 with a year rego and RWC. Took it to my mechanic and he nearly fell over lol. I felt like I robbed him but I’m saying that I’d never sell it and it’s in great hands and it’s my daily drive. Now it’s done 535’000km and is as quiet as it would have been new and gets serviced ever 5000 on the dot and for it’s birthday I’m getting it a turbo to help it up the hills. Man I love this thing and so pumped I drove past it that day as I’d never be able to afford one at what they are actually worth. Great find on yours and all the other guys that have commented. Still had the old racv sticker on the window lol
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
brought a mint condition 1992 Suzuki Vitara with only 26000 on the clock, for $6k turned it into a Rhino off roader with a Calmini 3 inch full lift, 2 inch body lift, 32 inch tyres on 15 inch steel rims, custom made bullbar, led light bar. Awesome off road for a swb truck and had loads of fun!.
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
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 ;)
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!
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!
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 😁
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 😁
bought an 86' model hj75 series ute for $2500 3 years ago from the first owner, 150,000 original kms, was completely stock as a rock, never even had a bull bar on it, complete original interior and still running around on split rims, the old fella i bought it off just used it to run in and out of town from his farm, was parked inside a white tiled floor garage its whole life and didnt have one leak at all, even came with the original toyota tool bag and tools 👍🏼
2003 GU ZD30 DI Patrol Wagon. bought it for $8000 right before covidtax went through the 4wd market. had 300,000kms on it. grandpa spec. no mods other than a 2 way and a brake controller. done a interior clean, shes our daily and family rig and shes done us a good 50000kms so far so good
Nice buy Shauno 👌, I had bought my first 4wd which was a D22 for $13,500 with 100,000kms but I then sold it and bought a 2005 GU S4 3.0l grandpa spec for $ 18,000 with around 150,000kms since then it now has the TD42 conversion done to it and I wouldn't change a thing on it. Absolutely love it!! Cheers
Bought an locked and lifted 80 for 3 grand with 440 000kms. Still all factory engine n driveline. Since owning it done many trips on the hard tracks of Vic, NSW and fraser. Toured it up to NT. Still goin strong with 530 000 on the clock
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!
Just this week i bought a Gu patrol for $6500 although the k’s were high, no rust, no damage to chassis, brand new lift kit, muddies with it too and the good old bloke chucked in a 12v oven to go with it. He said “bought it for the rig it has to stay with it”. Funnily enough the gu has always been one of my dream cars since 1999 ( when I was in prep and my uncle owned one) now I have my very own.
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!!
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 bought an 86 Lux 2.4 diesel. $2200 from the bloke down the road. Was his dads for 30 years and he had recently passed. Stock as a rock, excellent condition. Was a great bus! This was in 2020 Tasmania.
My 2013 BT50 dual cab was the best second hand bargain I ever got. It was 5 years old when I bought the big girl and it only had 32,000 kilometers on the clock (log booked serviced by Mazda) I paid $29,000 cash for it. 4 years later its taken us 3/4 the way round Australia including the cape, Fraser, its crossed the Simpson, up and down the west coast all through central Aus and still going strong. its a bloody unit
I snagged up a 2000 4runnner (I believe a Prado for you chaps) in the limited series. I am the 6th owner of the car and it has been registered in more than 4 states across the USA. This model has 2wd, awd, 4h, and 4L with e-locker stacked on top. It is rust free and the paint out mirrors even some newer cars; though my off-road badges of honor are starting to deepen. It has about 216,000 miles or 347,000 km, not bad for a gas truck. I picked it up from southern USA a year ago and have been slowly resto modding it to be a solid rig.
Very happy with my 1999 rd28 gu patrol, bought it for 7k off a pair of French back packers that drove it over from Western Australia, fitted out with a custom drawer and living set up in the rear with no second row seats!! They drove around the block to where they were staying took the handful of belongings that they needed and handed me the keys, it cost me under 1000 to get up to roadworthy standard and registered in Victoria!! Very stoked
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!
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!
I’m from the United States and when I was 17 (3 years ago) I sold my hunk of garbage Jeep for 6500 bucks. Did some craigslist surfing and came across a 1995 Toyota 4Runner (our version of the Hilux surf) for 6000 dollars. Ticked all the boxes. 5 speed manual, ridiculously clean paint, and 102,000 miles. As soon as I bought it the Toyota boom started in the United States and finding any Toyota that was clean for under 10,000-12,000 dollars is unheard of. Just did a head gasket but I have no plans of ever selling it. Something about an old Toyota!
As grandpa specs go, I must have the ultimate. 1995 HZJ manual diesel, with close on 500k km on the clock. I bought it when it was 11 years old and it’s 27 years old this year. The engine has never been opened except for replacing the BEBs, which didn’t need changing. I’ve lifted it, and installed stronger steering gear and the 105 upgraded quadrant arms, 10” rims with 33s, the usual upgrades for more flex when I’m off-roading. I love it like a child 🤣❤️🇷🇴
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
My dad and I were in the market for a 12HT 60 series in any condition a couple of years ago. We found a high-roof 1988 HJ61 with over half a million km about an hour's drive out of Brissy and when we heard it running there was no way we were going to leave it there especially for the price $4200! Bugger me dead, a month later another one (low roof, 1986) popped up not far from home for $4800 with rego. Couldn't leave it there, minimal rust and we bought it off the original owners! Now we've got a project each! That's a win in my books!
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.! 😂
My mate is an importer and suggested I buy a box Prado 1994 KZJ78 as I was looking for a solid axle coil sprung 4WD for a trip we were planning . He picked it up cheap at auction and passed it on to me as the first one he imported for a trip we were going to do. It’s like a Defender but reliable and comfortable FSH too. I’ve never been a Toyota man but I’m in love with the thing. I can’t say what I paid for it landed here but you can’t buy them now for what I paid.
My very first car was a 2003 Toyota RAV4, this is no full 4wd but I took that thing everywhere and it did the job. It costed me $2800 and had 150,000 roughly on the clock, although it was covered in red dirt it ran perfectly, full service, manuals, warranties, and even had the original head unit inside. Had a genuine Toyota alloy bar with side steps and toe ball, along with a set of hella spotties and still had the hood protector and sun visors on the window. Never had an issue with that car and even took it 4 wheel driving occasionally, impressing my self and my mates!
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 👍👍😂
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
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
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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 👍🏼
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?
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..
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!
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
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?
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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!!
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!
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
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
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
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.
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 💪
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!!
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. 👍
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 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
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.
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,
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
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
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.
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.
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
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!
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.
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.
I bought one for 12g 10 years ago. 400000 km now and still going well.
Great machines
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
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
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.
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
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
Cool I guess
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!
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
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 💩
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👍🏻
80 Series are epic!! Best 4wd ever had!!
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!
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.
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
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 recently just picked up a single owner 1982 FJ60 with only 127 000ks on the clock. A real barn find, as the paint and interior looked like it just came off the show room floor. Well after I cleaned off 2” of barn dust off it (hadn’t been driven for 12 years). The best part is it is truly grandpa spec with every fuel and service receipt from 1982, and he only wanted $5k for it.
It was a real poster for Toyota reliability, stuck a new battery in it to see if it would kick over and get oil pressure, and she started second crank.
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.
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.
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
I bought a really well kept Y60 Nissan Safari High Roof at 253Km for $20,000, Minimal rust, the last owner had it Repainted, serviced regularly, reupholstered and carpeted he also kept all the receipts and the original Japanese manual and it drives very well and I'm now a proud second owner of it in NZ
We bought a 2002 Mercedes Benz c-class with 10,000 kms bought 5 years later from an owner that only drove it a couple of times, and , now the car is 22 years old, and still has 110,000 kms. The car is practically all original. Still working like a treat
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!!
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 friend found an absolute weapon of an hj 47 that had about 190000km on the clock. The the owner had it since brand new and rarely drove it. When he decided to sell it he through the should completely do it up and got it completely detailed and a new tray because of minor rust. So all and all it was a one owner hj47 with 190000km and service by Toyota with new tray and he got it for $12000, my friend offed to pay more as it was too good of a deal but the man (farmer) denied and said it deserves a good home rather than the highest bidder
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.
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.
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 got and absolute ball tearer 4 years ago today. Driving through country Vic and a grandpa 1990 gq patrol/ford maverick TD42 diesel parked out the front of a farm. 94 year old fellow bought it new, no dents or paint fade, full service books and a tonne of receipts. Was garaged every night from new, he out house carpet over the floor and sheepskin seat covers and the original tape deck and got it for $4300 with a year rego and RWC.
Took it to my mechanic and he nearly fell over lol. I felt like I robbed him but I’m saying that I’d never sell it and it’s in great hands and it’s my daily drive. Now it’s done 535’000km and is as quiet as it would have been new and gets serviced ever 5000 on the dot and for it’s birthday I’m getting it a turbo to help it up the hills. Man I love this thing and so pumped I drove past it that day as I’d never be able to afford one at what they are actually worth. Great find on yours and all the other guys that have commented. Still had the old racv sticker on the window lol
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
brought a mint condition 1992 Suzuki Vitara with only 26000 on the clock, for $6k turned it into a Rhino off roader with a Calmini 3 inch full lift, 2 inch body lift, 32 inch tyres on 15 inch steel rims, custom made bullbar, led light bar. Awesome off road for a swb truck and had loads of fun!.
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
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 ;)
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!
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!
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 😁
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 😁
bought an 86' model hj75 series ute for $2500 3 years ago from the first owner, 150,000 original kms, was completely stock as a rock, never even had a bull bar on it, complete original interior and still running around on split rims, the old fella i bought it off just used it to run in and out of town from his farm, was parked inside a white tiled floor garage its whole life and didnt have one leak at all, even came with the original toyota tool bag and tools 👍🏼
2003 GU ZD30 DI Patrol Wagon. bought it for $8000 right before covidtax went through the 4wd market. had 300,000kms on it. grandpa spec. no mods other than a 2 way and a brake controller. done a interior clean, shes our daily and family rig and shes done us a good 50000kms so far so good
Nice buy Shauno 👌, I had bought my first 4wd which was a D22 for $13,500 with 100,000kms but I then sold it and bought a 2005 GU S4 3.0l grandpa spec for $ 18,000 with around 150,000kms since then it now has the TD42 conversion done to it and I wouldn't change a thing on it. Absolutely love it!! Cheers
Bought an locked and lifted 80 for 3 grand with 440 000kms. Still all factory engine n driveline. Since owning it done many trips on the hard tracks of Vic, NSW and fraser. Toured it up to NT. Still goin strong with 530 000 on the clock
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!
Just this week i bought a Gu patrol for $6500 although the k’s were high, no rust, no damage to chassis, brand new lift kit, muddies with it too and the good old bloke chucked in a 12v oven to go with it. He said “bought it for the rig it has to stay with it”. Funnily enough the gu has always been one of my dream cars since 1999 ( when I was in prep and my uncle owned one) now I have my very own.
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!!
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 bought an 86 Lux 2.4 diesel. $2200 from the bloke down the road. Was his dads for 30 years and he had recently passed. Stock as a rock, excellent condition. Was a great bus! This was in 2020 Tasmania.
My 2013 BT50 dual cab was the best second hand bargain I ever got. It was 5 years old when I bought the big girl and it only had 32,000 kilometers on the clock (log booked serviced by Mazda) I paid $29,000 cash for it. 4 years later its taken us 3/4 the way round Australia including the cape, Fraser, its crossed the Simpson, up and down the west coast all through central Aus and still going strong. its a bloody unit
I snagged up a 2000 4runnner (I believe a Prado for you chaps) in the limited series. I am the 6th owner of the car and it has been registered in more than 4 states across the USA. This model has 2wd, awd, 4h, and 4L with e-locker stacked on top. It is rust free and the paint out mirrors even some newer cars; though my off-road badges of honor are starting to deepen. It has about 216,000 miles or 347,000 km, not bad for a gas truck. I picked it up from southern USA a year ago and have been slowly resto modding it to be a solid rig.
Very happy with my 1999 rd28 gu patrol, bought it for 7k off a pair of French back packers that drove it over from Western Australia, fitted out with a custom drawer and living set up in the rear with no second row seats!!
They drove around the block to where they were staying took the handful of belongings that they needed and handed me the keys, it cost me under 1000 to get up to roadworthy standard and registered in Victoria!!
Very stoked
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!
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!
I’m from the United States and when I was 17 (3 years ago) I sold my hunk of garbage Jeep for 6500 bucks. Did some craigslist surfing and came across a 1995 Toyota 4Runner (our version of the Hilux surf) for 6000 dollars. Ticked all the boxes. 5 speed manual, ridiculously clean paint, and 102,000 miles. As soon as I bought it the Toyota boom started in the United States and finding any Toyota that was clean for under 10,000-12,000 dollars is unheard of. Just did a head gasket but I have no plans of ever selling it. Something about an old Toyota!
As grandpa specs go, I must have the ultimate.
1995 HZJ manual diesel, with close on 500k km on the clock.
I bought it when it was 11 years old and it’s 27 years old this year.
The engine has never been opened except for replacing the BEBs, which didn’t need changing.
I’ve lifted it, and installed stronger steering gear and the 105 upgraded quadrant arms, 10” rims with 33s, the usual upgrades for more flex when I’m off-roading.
I love it like a child 🤣❤️🇷🇴
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
My dad and I were in the market for a 12HT 60 series in any condition a couple of years ago. We found a high-roof 1988 HJ61 with over half a million km about an hour's drive out of Brissy and when we heard it running there was no way we were going to leave it there especially for the price $4200! Bugger me dead, a month later another one (low roof, 1986) popped up not far from home for $4800 with rego. Couldn't leave it there, minimal rust and we bought it off the original owners! Now we've got a project each! That's a win in my books!
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.! 😂
My mate is an importer and suggested I buy a box Prado 1994 KZJ78 as I was looking for a solid axle coil sprung 4WD for a trip we were planning . He picked it up cheap at auction and passed it on to me as the first one he imported for a trip we were going to do. It’s like a Defender but reliable and comfortable FSH too. I’ve never been a Toyota man but I’m in love with the thing. I can’t say what I paid for it landed here but you can’t buy them now for what I paid.
My very first car was a 2003 Toyota RAV4, this is no full 4wd but I took that thing everywhere and it did the job. It costed me $2800 and had 150,000 roughly on the clock, although it was covered in red dirt it ran perfectly, full service, manuals, warranties, and even had the original head unit inside. Had a genuine Toyota alloy bar with side steps and toe ball, along with a set of hella spotties and still had the hood protector and sun visors on the window. Never had an issue with that car and even took it 4 wheel driving occasionally, impressing my self and my mates!
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 👍👍😂