I Bought a Toyota Land Cruiser - FINALLY!

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I bought a Toyota Land Cruiser!!! Today I'm going to show you my new Toyota Land Cruiser, and I'm going to explain why I bought a Toyota Land Cruiser! I'll also take you on a thorough tour of my Land Cruiser and show you its quirks and features, and I'll also review the driving experience of my Land Cruiser and explain what it's like on the road.
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[@jakethompson4092]

i love doug because he can appreciate normal cars. most presenters are always hung up on expensive and rare cars, but doug has never been afraid to review a normal everyday car, let alone buy one. he's the most relatable car show presenter i've ever watched

[@sneakyfildy]

This car is pretty expensive...

[@johnair1]

Yeah i also appreciate that he just doesnt get another g-class iyf car but sth reliable, subtle and frankly quite cool and for me more of a standout than a g wagon. Always loved those landcruiser its a pretty neat and good car.

[@Anti4skingang]

@@yungboicontigo9278 your mom

[@amg863]

Erm not really. Plenty of names pop to mind. Most journalists are really long past the excitement of driving an Italian sports car

[@ewxlt]

@@yungboicontigo9278 iyf = in your face

[@Atombender]

"How many boxy SUV's do you need, Doug?" Doug: "Yes."

[@x2e4]

Facts

[@_dmfd]

He needs as many offroad SUVs as how many undershirts he wears Imao

[@yinyangsepticruski]

These bots need to shut up.

[@MrSkyline11]

He should buy that volvo s60r with orange seats

[@zerocompacter5746]

@@yinyangsepticruski Report them like I did and they just might 👌

[@zinger2665]

Who is here after he sold it

[@mrmatt_official]

me lol

[@eddiepayne2751]

Me

[@testtesttesttesttest884]

Me - he’s too much a nerd for new little tech things that I knew he would never keep it

[@tomkian7348]

Doug is the type of guy to inform you that he is “cruising on land” when he is operating the land cruiser

[@numbersandletters5149]

My kids ask to go land cruising if they want me to drive through our yard.

[@Alex-kt6hx]

Not funny bro

[@borntowild480]

Doug has always said "Land Cruiser is used by rich people who want to be understated" seems like Doug has reached that point. 😂

[@samyadav006]

Absolutely

[@mystfire]

He has a place in Nantucket. That says enough lol

[@elultimopujilense]

I think that applies for new cars

[@gratefulhikes]

@@mystfire you can get a home on the island thats not much more than the mainland here. Yes, the prices here are insane, but it’s still not a huge premium to live there. Cost of living is a whole different discussion, as is transportation to the island, but the premium to buy property there isn’t as high as it could be.

[@betrayedpredator8826]

@@mystfire and owns a Ford GT

[@OS-hx4jk]

Finally, a major car KZbinr buys a car that makes proper sense. And is proud of it. Appreciate it.

[@garycraig7016]

As an owner, everything about the LC makes perfect sense except the hideous fuel economy.

[@tallll70]

It's nothing but subjective, it simply makes sense to buy what you want, especially with little research so you know what you getting into

[@stefancupovic4824]

Rest of the world has diesel versions

[@lgunderso2117]

If Dough was rational he would have kept the e63 wagon.

[@TarikDaniel]

Actually, buying a big car that is stored in a garage 90% of the year without use is the opposite of sensible.

[@evelynnveleni]

Had my 2001 sequoia since 2009 and had never failed me no matter how cold it gets here in Minnesota. It still has the original engine, transmission, suspension, AC, radiator, rear deferential, even the original starter is still working on it. Toyota know how to make great and reliable vehicles. Hopefully one day I can upgrade to a Landcruiser.

[@poweraccountabilityleague6877]

I like how he constantly goes on and on about eco-efficiency while flying first class between the coasts 20 times a year. That sums up the hypocrisy (and the science-denial) of our ruling class in a very Orwellian way. Oh, and btw, I'm not a subscriber to CAGW. I just don't like virtue signalers who have never owned a mirror.

[@DefineLife]

For how inefficient, dull and overall very bulky some of those Toyota SUVs were, they were super fucking utilitarian, simple to use and fix and very very bulletproof. Death, taxes and a Toyota V8 drinking gas and lasting forever.

[@sloanemactire8780]

Doug is the type of guy who owns high-end, quirky vehicles (Ford GT, Range Rover, G Wagon Cabriolet) and yet still gets genuinely excited over buying a used Land Cruiser. Never change, Doug.

[@axelfoley1406]

Yeah, but in all fairness, Land Cruisers are probably one of the greatest and most iconic vehicles ever made.

[@nhamontree]

Lol it’s a Land Cruiser - one of the greatest vehicles ever made

[@PetrolHead48]

the fact that doug does so much research into buying such specific vehicles is what makes his collection cooler than a bunch of lambos

[@CC-di6mx]

I feel you on that

[@talkingmango8658]

Idk I’d rather have a bunch of lambos

[@Studeb]

This car is not cool in any way, the design looks about 15 years older than the year it was released.

[@jaydenthompson1747]

@@Studeb good thing nobody buys these for design

[@randolfo1265]

Yep, a bunch of money and some Lambos. Lack of imagination. If I could afford a new Lamorghini, I would get a C8, a nice motorcycle, a summer commuter car and a winter suv for the same money.

[@desertcombat06]

I think Doug is the only person who could make me watch a review for a 2013 Land Cruiser

[@antonym24]

i watched the PTGT review and was interested lmao hes the goat

[@Emppu_T.]

What about regular car reviews

[@TheStimie]

And here we are

[@KurtI2525]

Oh no man. These rigs are awesome.

[@Re3iRtH]

Perhaps you should start to reevaluate your priorities.

[@BPoweredLove]

11:23 For what it's worth, I completely disagree - that interior looks great! The color combo is classic and it appears to be in excellent shape. I'm also not a big fan of black leather, as it is brutal on your body in the summer.

[@mc-mb7fy]

I live in dubai any car with a black interior/exterior is definitely a no it burns ur body

[@IntelliPocalypse]

My Jeep has black leather. It’s fine in the summer. Cars nowadays have tint from the factory. The only thing I don’t like about leather is it stores the cold in the winter time

[@amonguscurrent320]

Your so right. My dad has an old 05 E-class and its all black on the outside and on the inside. And sitting in that car in the Texas heat is so terrible.

[@kingzach74]

@@IntelliPocalypse Well you can get a car that has heated leather seats and they often work very well if the car is new enough. Sadly my driver's seat in my 2008 Acura no longer gets hot all that quickly. It got warm fast when I bought it...less than a year ago. Now it takes a bit of time to warm up. The passenger seat gets hot almost immediately though. Tempted to see if I could swap the two seats...but might just be easier to find one at a junk yard and leave the passenger seat. Only thing the passenger seat needs is a seat cover.

[@IntelliPocalypse]

@@kingzach74 My jeep has heated seats. Just forget to remote start it sometimes. Than I am greeted with cold leather lol

[@nature10879]

Doug is the type of guy that has just convinced me and other car enthusiasts that a Toyota Land cruiser is the car to buy

[@kevinpraditra]

One of THE most subtle enthusiast cars that has ever existed

[@WakanaGojoAE86]

​@@buffalobob7721 ig part of the reason would be because in that video Doug was talking more from a car reviewer POV than a car enthusiast POV plus Doug used to be a lot harsh when reviewing whereas now Doug is more critical and reasonable.

[@cheefussmith9380]

@@buffalobob7721 he talks about why in this video. He hated the 2016 refresh front end. Hated the wheels. Didn’t need the “features” etc

[@Padoinky]

I’ve owned a 2000TLC which I paid $55k to drive it off the stealership floor - sold it in 2012 w/ 120k miles, for $28k, then had a 2012 Range Rover SC LWB Autobiography trim level, that I paid $110k for, traded that for a 2015 MB GL63 AMG, which I paid about $115k, which I traded for a 2020 Escalade ESV w/aftermarket supercharger and related drivetrain upgrades…. Now I’m looking for a white 2021 LC non-heritage trim level, w/ the red/brown/burgundy interior, or the Lexus LX570 version of same, sans running boards… the Japanese products are of superior build quality and their reliability is renowned, thus the high demand for late model examples

[@jorritkoperdraad5611]

Buy an 80 series man! Absolute monsters

[@katewilliams8125]

Congratulations on baby Doug and family! There’s a saying here in Australia: if you want to go to the outback, take a land rover, if you want to come back from the outback, take a land cruiser.

[@styledliving]

I wonder if he sandbagged the ratings for the Land Cruiser so people buy the Land Rovers, Mercs, or others so the pricing would come down. 😂

[@chrischadwick3079]

Very original.

[@xypper7527]

@@powEnvy embarrassing lol

[@wisefatfishe7831]

"rover" "cruiser" LOOLLLL

[@nickz4993]

Wow never heard that one before

[@applepieclub5012]

The best part of these videos, is when Doug drives the car and the child like joy spreads across his face. Congratulations to you and your wife , on the birth of your baby boy!

[@denero4735]

200 plus likes for that 200.

[@john4iraq]

I always wanted to buy one until they went up so high after the news. I’ve driven a 2008 diesel fully armored when I used to work at a private security company in southern Iraq at an oilfield at the desert, and it never got stock even when it rains and gets so muddy in the desert. It’s so powerful and reliable.

[@johnwray9933]

It's awesome to see Doug so excited about his new car! I cannot tell you how long I've wanted a Land Cruiser. Been looking for years for a LX 570 as they seem to be more available. But, congrats Doug!! It's definitely a dream car of mine and so happy to see someone also have it as a car they've wanted (and finally got) for a long time!

[@mooreclarke6547]

Jus got a gx470.. love it

[@Jdalio5]

@@mooreclarke6547 why would you rub that into poor Johnny's face...im about to buy a land cruiser

[@matthew48390]

Have a 2013 LX. Can confirm. Its amazing. Can also confirm that it's really thirsty.

[@brianpalay3760]

​@matthew48390 Just bought a '13 LX as well!

[@maxon1672]

Last year I took a 6,500 mile trip across the southwest in a stock 2020 Series 200, and it was nothing short of glorious. It tackled highways, backroads, snowy mountain passes, icy freeways, those back country trails in Joshua Tree with the “hey you could get stuck and die here pretty easily” signs; LA traffic, NM sand dunes and everything else in between. Not only that, but it was insanely comfortable, quiet, it kept our drinks cold in the center console, and held 4 people and all our stuff with no problem. That’s a proper machine. I should have bought a Heritage Edition when they were $25k less.

[@24bergman]

Yeah I don’t know how you can go from a Land Cruiser back to the defender after this.

[@neildunn]

A video on how you store your cars for long periods without driving them would be great Doug. E.g trickle chargers, cleaning, parking all that stuff!

[@jamesalders896]

Theres a video from last year about that on MoreDougdemuro

[@XvS6-Lemaza]

Aaaand Fuel Stabilizer.

[@sastrinidis]

Matt Farah's garage

[@deepakmenon7733]

@@jamesalders896 Can you link?

[@AbcdeFU66]

Better go to scotty kilmers page

[@rickaz1234]

I just got back from middle east mostly Qatar and Saudi, it made me think like Land Cruiser is built only for middle east. I saw all different generations from Old to Brand New. And only in white color. Did sand drift in one as well. Chances of seeing a land cruiser is higher than seeing a Honda civic in Toronto!!!

[@ferramirez4570]

Would you explained the Civic Reference in Toronto? I'm curious.

[@rickaz1234]

@@ferramirez4570 There are lots of Civics in Toronto.

[@isaackipkoech4613]

Habibi, come to Africa. 😂 We have it in every corner, parking lot and driveway.

[@IAmKing562]

I absolutely love this guy! What a genuine and passionate person. You absolutely deserve it! Keep up the great work Doug!!!

[@oaka7616]

It's so nice that Doug finally got his dream car. It was a very challenging dream car to achieve, unlike a Ford GT.

[@bonzobonanza]

A Ford GT is also a challenging car to achieve because of its rarity

[@adeel9668]

@@bonzobonanza he was joking lol

[@juricamaric]

Doug is the type of guy who takes his own car to the road to see how it drives.

[@Bernardomeneghini732]

in fact, yes he is the one to do that LOL

[@andrewblanco2657]

@So Sexy i'm Sexy tell doug to take us on a tour of your quirks and features, see how you drive and give us a dougscore. Then we'll see if u are worthy :D

[@05council49]

@@andrewblanco2657 bro, you just made me choke on my water hahaha

[@TheStepjan]

And then give it a Doug’s Score…

[@byrongwarby]

I ran into the same color issue when I bought my GX. Most white had beige interior. I prioritize my interiors though so I sacrificed my pearl white ideal for silver so I could get the grey interior. Awesome car, Doug!

[@TucsonDude]

I'm glad to hear a well-to-do guy like Doug also lamenting bad gas mileage. I can also afford whatever gas I want, but still want the most economical vehicle I can buy.

[@j_freed]

I can only afford 87 gas not 89 gas. But maybe one day! I can dream!!!

[@bernardbernabe7733]

​@@j_freed 95 to 97 for me

[@sylvainsauvage8301]

Just in case Doug reads comments: - Warm congratulations for the baby, cool! - Car choice makes perfect sense, great buy! - Consider to leave it at a workshop that can spray rust protection under chassis etc, last 3-5 years, works great (Sweden etc) and keeps it fresh - Put some additive in the petrol to keep it Ok if you leave it a few month - Invest in a battery charger to keep it working (of course you did)

[@automation7295]

Problem with white cars that dirt are more visible compared to darker colored cars, but since it's an offroader, nobody cares.

[@leoarick3753]

great suggestions!

[@MazDanRX795]

@@automation7295 it's the opposite with cars. Dirt would be way more visible on a black car.

[@automation7295]

@@MazDanRX795 *"Dirt would be way more visible on a black car."* Depending how much dirt. On black cars, dirt can be visible when the car is exposed on sunlight or view the car up close. The downside with black cars is get hot when exposed on sunlight for too long.

[@JoshuaNewhook]

Doug is the type of guy to own FOUR offroad SUVs. Congrats Doug!

[@stekarenhd6911]

Exactly, like what the hell...

[@csmlouis]

and calls it 4x4x4...

[@mikeford9213]

As if the Defender can go offroad.

[@Rocketman1583]

Along with a Ford gt and an rs2

[@_baller]

And never go off road....

[@MyTrevonne]

Congratulations on the new car Doug, your reasoning on buying this is very similar to my reasons on buying a Buick Regal in Connecticut. I wholeheartedly agree on New England not being big on flashy cars. One big reason is Connecticut is one of the few states with car taxes that are collected annually. The tax rate is depended on the cost of your car so buying a big flashy car is extremely expensive up here.

[@ajsparks87]

7:11 one of my favorite things about being a New Englander is the understated aesthetic that people have about their cars and homes. I’m glad to see successful people like Doug embrace that ethos.

[@syedammarkhalid3695]

Doug's vids give off such an energetic and happy vibe , truly one of a kind trailblazer for car reviews

[@tanthaman]

No

[@Gwartonium]

Jewish

[@applepieclub5012]

It’s because he genuinely cares about the cars he reviews. He’s, at the core, a passionate car guy.

[@user-pn3im5sm7k]

@@Gwartonium Doug is jewish?

[@ocas5230]

I think he's more of a aztek than atrailblazer

[@TheStepjan]

In Ghana, this car is simply referred to as “V8”, and used by the rich and politicians. Congratulations on your purchase, Doug. Seeing this makes me regret not buying a 2013 Highlander of similar color last year. The 2013 LC looks like a big version of the Highlander.

[@ibiro868]

Respect to Ghana 🇬🇭

[@EzraMillsYT]

Same in Pak lol

[@harshithsadhana7475]

we in india, have the situation only important people or head of state owned these

[@1blackice1]

San Diego where Doug lives in one of the most expensive places to live in the US. And Nantucket where he goes for the summer is also one of the most expensive places to stay on vacation/holiday. Safe to say Doug is doing alright for himself!

[@knowthyself8233]

Same in Haiti

[@TranquilAssassin]

Doug if I ever saw you on Cape Cod, I would be so excited! Love your reviews. And love that you find the islands and the Cape so enjoyable. I've lived in MA my whole life and your right that on the cape no one is really showing off super expensive cars. i once saw a Lamborghini drive down the road on the Cape and it stuck out. Also it's funny how your videos are so bright in California and then the day you come to Nantucket and it's overcast. Welcome to New England

[@gibbysfate6469]

It was nice to see your enthusiasm. I remember when I watched your review of the LX 450 it really sold me on picking a land cruiser as my next car. I ended up picking up a 100 Series not long after. I've been enjoying it ever since.

[@kiwiesp]

Doug just bought himself the most capable 4x4 SUV there is. Coming from an African, the Land Cruiser can only be truly understood when you use it for its purpose. The Adventures. Congratulations Doug! I approve of this Purchase.

[@97Pedrox97]

You go to Africa to safari in a Land Rover and you'll end up in a Land Cruiser. There's a reason this cars are the norm in Australia, Africa and Middle East.

[@timothyandrewnielsen]

Kevin are you black?

[@cartilagehead6326]

“If you want to get to the bush in style, take a Jeep. If you want to get into the bush in style, take a Land Rover. If you want to get back out of the bush in style, and home before dinner, take a Cruisah’ and accept no substitutes” -a saying I’ve heard from at least three bush guides in Australia.

[@octoman_games]

Do You guys get Toyota HILUX in Africa? Just curious

[@k.r.99]

@@octoman_games Africa is a whole gd continent, you know? Many, many, different countries with many, many different car markets and regulations. You have to be more precisely, for example asking where exactly he's from and if they can get theit hands on the Hilux in his country.

[@crudwater660]

This video is honestly kinda wholesome in a way lol. It’s always fun to see Doug so excited

[@jimsoderbom5884]

Enjoy and good luck luck with it Doug! Fill the back up with trips to Stop&Shop out on the island.

[@christopherwright9312]

You might want to consider some anti-rust protection (such as a undercoating) to help fight the rust for as long as possible. Also garage the car if you can 😊

[@opiante]

I never thought much of these until I took a 'desert adventure' tour while visiting Dubai. They took us dune busting in a 200 Series and it blew my mind. Much respect now! Should definitely handle a New England beach without any issues.

[@_ch1k3n_71]

YES! I went on a vacation to Dubai and stayed at the Atlantis resort and we went on a whole trip and I almost threw up from the insane driving and after that we relaxed and enjoyed a meal. Excellent experience.

[@andrescott5976]

Same here lol. When I pulled up I was kinda shocked then when we took off I was like holy shit

[@Gaudine]

He bought it for the same reason. This video could’ve been a minute long but he was trying to justify his purchase to us for over 23 minutes. He bought it because he likes the styling that’s it. He was also in Dubai and saw Arabs use white Land Cruisers and other Toyotas and he wanted to buy into that lifestyle. He thinks it looks cool. He says he wanted reliability but there are many US made SUVs that are just as reliable if not more.

[@johnsherby9130]

Dude they’ll drive up anything. I’ve driven mine up a giant sledding hill that was covered in sheets of ice because my friend bet that it couldn’t

[@Auditography]

Congrats man! And btw, here in Doha, Qatar, you see at least 10-15 white LandCruisers... on EVERY traffic light 😜 And Im not joking.

[@skycity9097]

in my place you could see like 2-3 land cruisers in every traffic light mostly j200 series

[@leoarick3753]

yea...Qatar is the hotspot for land cruiser enthusiasts (especially LC100)

[@goku.lc80]

Same in Monteria, Colombia

[@raaajuahmed5191]

I know rytt also seen lx 570 too much

[@andrewlieschke6387]

I see at least one (not including mine) on just about every drive i do around Adelaide, Australia

[@TheMrFishnDucks]

Awesome car. Really happy to see how it goes for you. Keep up the good work.

[@redzoom7857]

Congrats on the baby! I’ve always thought this series of Land Cruiser looked great. I also do like the beige interior with the brown wood, although I get wanting black as my SUV has a black interior with brown wood and it still looks clean and new after 6years.

[@yahiaouifedi6263]

I find this video an absolute joy to watch! made a big smile on my face! Doug you're such an amazing car enthusiast, Pretty sure that LC will last forever!

[@sketchbabu]

It is a brilliant machine, in my country dignitaries are exclusively transported in these around the city and beyond.

[@MrMentalSoul]

Yeah, until gas stations fade away within the next 15 years

[@faisal-nl2vf]

@@MrMentalSoul they aren't gonna fade away in at least 100 years

[@automation7295]

*"Pretty sure that LC will last forever!"* Until there's no humans left, who's gonna service the Land Cruiser then? Servicing cars requires a human. I love how people assume that all Toyota's last forever. No car can last forever.

[@WeWuzKangzNsheeet]

I had one of these when I was living in Eastern Europe. A 2008 200 series, fully loaded with the 4.5 v8. These things are TANKS. It trudged through all the Balkan shenanigans, goats, poverty and potholes deep enough to bend rims.

[@revolverschamber]

Hey Doug nice find on the land cruiser! Those 5.7 iforce are bulletproof, my dad had a 2010 tundra with with the 5.7 and it was amazing but he got better mpg by putting a cold air intake, dual exhaust and bully dog tuner, it went from 12 mpg to 17 city and 20 highway also 380 hp to 450 hp thing would destroy muscle cars lol!

[@joep4224]

We love these here in Australia. Diesel though. The premium on the last of the V8 diesels is absurd. I had a go in a 300 series over Christmas and have to say you guys are missing out there.

[@TheF50i]

Congratulations Doug, your simplicity and true love for cars is what makes you the best automotive content creator, keep up the amazing work, looking forward to many more videos from you. Thanks man...cheers.

[@onemorelap]

100% agree Rahul! This is why he will be more successful on the long-run than others.

[@danthereviewer]

This car is a “if you know, you know” kinda flex. I worked at a Toyota dealership, we had a 2020 model with 9k miles and it sold for $97k.

[@goingindieEN]

Man, I cant imagine how much the Lexus version would cost.

[@kylestephens9593]

i read it as 9, without the "k" and said to myself: well, it's a new car, of course. and then i realised it's 90 000 😲 edit: i was told 9k are actually 9 000, but i'm still amazed. not so much as if it was 90k, but still :

[@danthereviewer]

@@kylestephens9593 yes, it wasn’t new, it was a Certified Pre-Owned

[@weirdshibainu]

@@goingindieEN Actually not much more. Landcruisers have a near cult like following that the Lexus doesn't. Landcruisers always command high prices. I helped a friend buy a new Tundra a couple of years ago. They had a new landcruiser on the showroom floor. It was the only car that was locked. I asked a salesperson if I could sit inside and he said their policy for landcruisers is to have a credit app on file before they open the door.

[@reyes6194]

@@kylestephens9593 9k is 9,000

[@tonyperezchica7407]

Doug congratulations on the birth of your son! It’s such a blessing and I am really happy for you!

[@Pelle0014]

Yes, ive whatched basically every video of Doug. It's like meditation and a sleeping pill for me. If I want to sleep, light setting on lowest, sound also turned aaaaal the way down to 1. And This... is how i sleep.

[@omarzeeshan]

I love how excited Doug is with this new purchase. Congrats, these cars are made to last and do the job.

[@Scubaskot]

its for the camera, dummy. did u expect him to be monotonous in his expresions?

[@hugovallarta]

Doug reviewing his own cars is the absolute BEST. We love you Doug. Thanks for the amazing content year after year

[@kpgarrity]

Some advice: Make sure you use high quality gas. As you know, sitting gas separates (goes bad) over time. Either add a stabilizer or put in manufactured (canned) gas when you are away for months. Another concern is water condensing in the gas tank. Unlike mild SD, temperature swings in the winter on Nantucket will produce condensation. It is my opinion that Toyotas run best when they are used regularly. Maybe have/pay a neighbor take it out for a spin once or twice a month. Lastly, I'd suggest a once a year undercarriage treatment to inhibit corrosion. Perhaps NH Oil or some similar treatment. Cheap insurance to counter future rust issues on a 45K vehicle.

[@nurdseoncall]

Good choice!, I Have 2014 LC 200 same exterior & interior as yours, will keep it until it won't run anymore LOL, use it around San Diego area, it was my dream car too since college,

[@lordbeerus7361]

You're right about the reliability , my old man has pushed his toyota 10 years as a daily driver with some offroading here and there. And she's still pushing strong! Congrats on your new car Doug!

[@PaszekoYT]

Tbh 10 year in one hands is not something special. Wait another 10 years and that will be a different story

[@Alendo]

I heard that the reason the land cruisers are so reliable is basicly because the parts are engineered to last 25 years, while in all other cars they're made to last 15.

[@batialexis9339]

What's wrong with bots? My brother had a 2011 toyota sienna, yes a "mom van" and what a car it is. 10+ years he only changed front bushing (we are from latam, streets here are like the moon land).

[@KingKong-xp6so]

@@PaszekoYT it'll be fine then as well. This is Toyota, not any junk

[@timeisahumanconstruct9251]

@@batialexis9339 I have a '07 Sienna and a '21 GX and I can attest that the Sienna is a very honest and reliable car. I will drive it until the wheels fall off. I've never had to take it in to the shop.

[@cherokeelaketennessee7895]

2013 - 2015 are the best years for the 200 series but getting really hard to find. I've owned every series of Land Cruisers except for the 200, was looking until the car market went crazy. I'll get one eventually.

[@nobody8116]

We picked up a 2013 black over black with 15k miles recently.. took forever to find to say the least.

[@westeed1]

Just wait 15 years and buy Doug’s with 105k-120k on it. It’ll still go plenty after he nurses a 1000-2000 miles a year on it. 🤣

[@candyblingggggg]

@@chrisg5712 or just u. but what do i know 🤷‍♀️

[@hangermanagement9850]

I’m from Morristown and I’m sad to say that I recently totaled my 2021 LC and there seemingly no replacing it at a reasonable price.

[@TheEmpoleon123456789]

16:35 Doug! They combined the V and the 8 to make it simpler to align at the factory! You don't have to have two separate sets of tolerances if it's just a single badge! Better quality this way!

[@userBDK]

I'm happy for you! I'm glad you made a video about the LC 200! I honestly have been waiting for a long time! and still waiting for when you release a video about audi c4s4 or audi c4s6 and mercedes w222

[@moki97]

Seeing how happy Doug is about HIS LAND CRUISER made me want to subscribe.

[@sketchbabu]

Just do it already🙂🙂🙂

[@danielgeorgenahabwe5382]

Did u?

[@vizmuvesjanos1045]

Don't hesitate, you will not be disappointed of the content on this channel.

[@moki97]

@@danielgeorgenahabwe5382 yep

[@badouzo1538]

I’m honestly happy for you Doug

[@juancasanova3026]

Hello Doug. A couple remarks I would like to send you. About the V8 sign, letters that are together tend to stay on for a lot longer because the joining parts has adhesive as the letters. About the back seats, you forgot to tell they are easily removed if you needed a little more space (even though the base where they are attached will remain)

[@porkchopdog5249]

Love the landcruiser, such a solid truck! I picked up a 2010 4Runner Limited in September for a lot of the same reasons! Just drove from my home state of Minnesota through Utah (all over moab and then to Sedona) and back and it was a dream :)

[@sheafloyd9904]

His reviews of the cars he owns (or just bought) always seem to be so much more enthusiastic & entertaining. Bravo sir & congrats 👏

[@iamatlantis1]

Agreed I wasnt going to watch this but once I realized he bought one I was excited :)

[@brettrosenbauer3299]

Welcome to the LC club Doug! Happy owner of a low mileage 2003 we paid $22K in 2009 when gas was $4.50 a gallon. We lifted it last year with an Icon stage 5 lift, 3.5" and 285's on the stock 18" rims. Looking to do bumpers and sliders next.

[@AllForTheBetter]

You should get the underbody coated to prevent rust. Especially if it's going to spend its life at the beach. Maybe throw a little leveling kit on it too 😎

[@kaleandoscope]

I could listen to Doug talking about vehicles for hours honestly... And truthfully, that's what I do!

[@nathangiles8258]

As a huge LC enthusiast and Doug fan, this made my day

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

The 5.7 in the Land Cruiser is actually a little different than the one in the Tundra. It has stronger components. Everything is stronger on the Land Cruiser. The only bad part is the single digit mpg.

[@nobody8116]

I get about 14-15 city and 18-19 highway with my 2013. The only time it sees sinle digits is towing a 6,000 lbs trailer with boat.

[@fj60driver]

Weird how I went to every Toyota Class on the 3UR-FE engine never wasthis brought up one time and it is also weird how the part numbers are the same for every component I have ever ordered for those engine between those models. They make that engine in Alabama.

[@AB-yc1np]

So says the Toyota car care nut

[@Lexrolla-1]

Little-known fact, the Toyota 5.7 is a reverse engineered Dodge Hemi engine with different tuning

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

@@Lexrolla-1 Not really. That is a pushrod engine. The 5.7 is an evolution of the 4.7. It has a longer stroke, timing chain, and aluminum block with cylinder liners.

[@rckrckrckrck]

Get the bottom sprayed with Fluid Film, Doug. I live in coastal New England too, less than a block to the water, and my GX (also technically a Land Cruiser Prado) has zero rust after being sprayed yearly at a local shop.

[@DwainDwight]

Doug well done, as a country boy from Perth, Western Australia I grew up with these (and the 4x4 Hilux of course). the Land Cruisers for the parents & the Hilux for the 20 somethings & surfers.

[@bbbkk137]

1:38 That just goes to show you're an amazing car enthusiast. You don't just buy cars to show off cause they're super expensive or rare. You enjoy all kinds of cars. I respect that. This is an amazing car :)

[@samyadav006]

Even I would be excited as him after getting the most reliable SUV after all the previous cars he bought

[@alphonsusho8962]

Love Doug's take on this! Just cause you HAVE money doesn't mean you should spend a ton on something you don't need. Lot's of people who don't even have the money buy luxury vehicles only for 10-20 years down the line, they have financial issues, or in the long run can't retire.

[@jessemeade87]

I bet Scotty Kilmer liked this video. Love my toyotas! Couple years ago I bought a mint, low mile 2008 Highlander Sport 4x4 in pearl green. Man do I love it for a daily!

[@robertvalcin]

Appreciate you and your choices Doug. Definitely someone everyday people can relate to

[@johnreilly31]

This is the reason why Doug is so popular, he brings a everyday man vibe to an otherwise boring car video segment. Tired of seeing, "I bought the cheapest supercar" videos. Doug is the type of guy who can sell you on a 9 year old, 90k mile, 12 mpg vehicle and agree with him. I miss my 2005 Sequoia everyday, the poor man's Land Cruiser, but after watching this video gives me a new drive to find a prime example. Congratulations on the baby boy Doug. Hope the wife and family are doing well.

[@realAAron124]

I have a 1995 Land Cruiser, and daily drive a 2003 Sequoia Limited. The best of both worlds I'd say. Land Cruiser is the weekend getaway vehicle that doesn't see salt where I live. Sequoia is all I'm driving at the moment.

[@speakingtruths4215]

Yes, there are enough channels out there already for the jerk off millennials who get impressed by that crap. I much prefer his stuff.

[@johnreilly31]

@@yungboicontigo9278 hoovies even says its the dumbest automotive channel....also Tavarish, Samcrac, WatchJRGo, its getting lame. Who cares if you have a salvage title Lamborghini with 2000 miles on it, if it costs 1500.00 for an oil service. Scotty Kilmer, Legit Street Cars, Doug, and some of RichRebuilds are for the common man.

[@angrysocialjusticewarrior]

@@yungboicontigo9278 I unsubscribed from him long ago. He became nothing more than a common click baiter.

[@Driff97]

This is the most natural "Doug is the type of guy" comment I've ever seen.

[@photogenicmuffin2502]

In all honesty, these are my favorite videos that you put out. I love the quirks and features and the reviews of all the different cars, but these videos are so personal and it is much easier to connect with. I learn a lot from your reviews and I enjoy watching them, but I would love to see even more videos about your fleet and adventures in cars. Bring back More Doug!

[@ericliu7362]

I remember a couple months ago I was shopping for a CX9 or a minivan for my growing family, just like Doug. Here I am today with a used LX570 in the garage just realizing this video incepted me.

[@jerminator0688]

Congrats on the baby boy. That Land Cruiser is awesome. We have a white 2014 Chevy Traverse and we love it. We’ve owned it for about 5-6 years with no major issues. It’s the LS model. No fancy bells or whistles, grey cloth interior. Decent fuel economy (3.6L V6.) Extremely spacious, and it is used for going places, moving people and hauling things. Only has 109k miles on it. It isn’t going to offer Toyota level reliability or longevity I would imagine (knock on wood,) but for us here in Florida it does the job.

[@antonym24]

doug is a super humble dude, this stealth wealth vehicle fits him well.

[@vongdong10]

Man, Doug is a giant. I live in country NSW Australia, landcrusier's everywhere and they look huge. Doug makes them look like a compact sized SUV

[@andys31337]

everything is bigger in America 🙂

[@samyadav006]

Yeah! I thought only i noticed it. He is pretty tall very similar height to land cruiser

[@lobsturf7797]

I second that as well!

[@nickhexum01]

I mean, he is 6'3". As he reminds us in 90% of his videos. 🤣

[@jacobrael9872]

And something like an f250 or a suburban makes a land cruiser look tiny lol

[@Petrolpelican]

Love this kind of video Doug! Great to hear you reasoning and ideas behind how you'll use the cars you buy. You're the best, congrats on the birth of your son!

[@haroonassaf8500]

I actually really like this Land Cruiser. It has a reasonably upscale interior without it being too fancy or flashy, but it still retains that off-road capability that an older land cruiser would have, without it being to brutal or rough on the road

[@therationalnational]

Really enjoyed this video. Like other commenters are saying I respect you more than other KZbinrs in this space because you’re a real down to earth person who can appreciate and will actually buy a ‘normal’ car, prioritizing function over flash - not that anything’s wrong with a Bugatti but some people are all about status and that just isn’t relatable for me. Enjoy the car and congrats on the baby, I also had my first child last year and it’s been amazing.

[@bobbaconofficial7462]

Hello

[@Markoboy99]

Hello

[@sparkgrid]

Hello

[@shellshocktm]

I agree but this guy literally owns a Ford GT

[@dereklahut2060]

@@shellshocktm lmao I was just thinking the same thing

[@RAYAN653D]

the best generation of landcruiser hands down! just the right blend of reliability and tech! In my honest opinion the 200 series is better than the all turbo 300 series (it does however carry the old 4.0 V6 for middle east market only)

[@jean-louishamid5285]

The new lc300 is uglier than a car crash.

[@Mr.mysterious76]

The bots are out of control

[@billgearhart5734]

Love the video Doug you are the man! My most favorite video you have made so far. I own a Gray on black 2014 LC200 with 41K miles with a 2.5" lift with TRD forged wheels & BFG's that I will be listing for sale very soon. Wish I would have know you were in the market I would have sold you mine Lol. Anyway keep up the great videos, your brutal honesty is very refreshing and entertaining. These Land Cruisers are truly amazing vehicles and yes it will last forever and provide you and your family many years of enjoyment.

[@trevp1861]

I always just love all the cruzers.. congrats on becoming a Dad doug

[@rodneywilhelm8912]

You can always count on Doug to have thought out the reasons for that specific make, model, year, color, and VIN

[@Kiawah1007]

This is the most, and arguably the best justification I’ve ever seen articulated for buying a nine year old car. I dig it Daddy Doug.

[@cwg73160]

Are you high? How much kool-aid have you been drinking? He bought an SUV to keep on a small island on the other side of the country when he vacations there. Nothing about that seems practical or justified. He found something he wanted, bought it, and talked himself into justifying the purchase.

[@stefanb5266]

@@cwg73160 it’s ok to have your own opinions! Maybe you can keep them to yourself!

[@cwg73160]

@@stefanb5266 You don’t have to get angry because of someone’s opinion, guy.

[@atp180]

@@stefanb5266 Go chew on a rock. codars is 100% right.

[@CraigP990i]

Congratulations bro ... Well Done choice .. my father used to own this very same model and it's a beast !! Never breaks down 😎

[@douglangston]

Doug, Since this LandCruiser is going to be sitting in a garage somewhere on the east coast, make sure to put a battery tender on the battery. The battery drain on your `13 probably isn`t as bad as it is on my 2018 with more computers, but it will always have your state of charge up to speed when you get there. Our L/C is an extra vehicle, so I use mine often. I will also agree with a few of the other comments about the color of your interior. I really love it, in fact, I was disappointed when I found out that color wasn`t available for 2018, after we had it in a 2014 Audi Q7 diesel (story for another time). Keep up the GREAT work with the videos, maybe in the future, you could introduce us to your new son. I`m sure that would be a crowd pleaser. The other Doug

[@alfredomedina5835]

That Land Cruiser looks awesome. Congratulations. This 200 series model looks much better than the 300 series. Amazing the things you can afford by making videos.

[@Deepanimosity]

Keep it on a battery tender and put fuel stabilizer in it and it will start every time you turn the key.

[@mauritsbuskens6595]

It’s a Toyota, you can’t kill them. Way better then American cars.

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

@@mauritsbuskens6595 They definitely take more abuse.

[@Deepanimosity]

@@mauritsbuskens6595 America doesn't make cars anymore. Remember Saturn? That was as close as we ever got to a cheap, small, reliable, decent car. Too bad GM ruined it, just like all of their other good ideas.

[@TodorKatsarski]

Congratulations with your kid! Wish your family happiness and health!

[@Exedorable]

Congrats Doug! My pops actually just bought a Land Cruiser 😉 recently, you've got good taste 😋 as usual.

[@robertriedel5784]

I love it...that's exactly what I've been looking for. The white is awesome and the beige interior is too in my opinion. Look at it this way, it won't show the beach sand on the floor as bad as the black. Never seen you so giddy Doug, congrats on the purchase and give us some updates on it in the future. Maybe even get a mild lift installed and some accessories installed? That would be cool!

[@AliTass]

i actually admire Doug for this, i see too much of the other guys buying expensive cars and it seems so out of touch it becomes a bit of a drab. i don't care so much about supercars and i like looking at these kinds of cars and car reviews, 'unexciting' and yet so entertaining and informative!

[@fatmanoverlanding]

I'm in the same camp. All the other KZbinrs all get "me too" cars. Doug's choices are different. Love his tastes in cars.

[@venom5809]

Yep, bored of Stradman and the others constantly buying showy, expensive supercars every five minutes.

[@SkodaYetiFan]

That's because most other youtubers only make content for children these days. The only people to get excited seeing someone buy 50 supercars a year are 10 year olds. Especially Steadman who once had a very decent and respectable channel.

[@pinut187]

This car is still rather expensive for the average man, but yeah I got your point. He still has a Ford GT, G-Class, RS2 and two others that aren’t cheap either.

[@AliTass]

@@pinut187 okay but he's not doing this video on those particular cars though. I'm only talking about this video and comparatively speaking, this car is still tens of thousands less than the cars you've mentioned

[@mpa1931]

This is why I always come back to Doug's channel. The typical youtuber supercar channels are just boring and not original, I like seeing these kinds of cars showcased.

[@betalpha5846]

recently had my first experience in a land cruiser and honestly it was one of the most comfortable rides i have got on. Physically comfortable and also mentally knowing this car wont break or become faulty on me easily.

[@ajl2232]

Is this prado? Also, is it easy to drive a car with this length and size?

[@betalpha5846]

@@ajl2232 This isnt a prado. But it feels like a standard toyota, in large countries a large car is perfectly fine.

[@ajl2232]

@@betalpha5846 Whats the difference between a landcruiser, prado and a v8? Plus what brand of toyota does the United nations use? I really love those cars.

[@nafisbernafas9073]

@AJ L This particular one is a 200 series Land Cruiser, the Prado is more luxury oriented and slightly smaller. It's not sold in North America and some other markets, and in Europe it's sold as the Land Cruiser V8

[@hishamtomsah]

​@@ajl2232prado is a tuned down land cruiser. Im from Africa and I live in the middle east. U know horrible roads alot of actual off roading that u actually need to do so those are the cars that make the standard. Drop dear reliable vehicles that keep their value. 70 series is based on the land cruiser from several generations and decades ago. All around the world its the standard military vehicle (yes) driven by formal armies ans militias. Incredibly rock solid and usually comes as a single cap diesel pickup with some guns and canons attached to its beds. In the middle east its driven by civilians as a combined farm, desert and daily. Plus the Hilux wich is standard in the middle east and considered luxury in africa. Usually douple cap that can carry pple and stuff indefinitely. In style and pride.

[@benjamindunnigan2157]

Hey Doug! One thing to note about this generation LC (and the respective LX 570) is that although it SUCKS gas, it doesn't actually suck it that much faster than the other v8 three row counterparts... But rather it only psychologically feels that way because unlike other cars who's gas light turns on when you have 40-50miles left, the LC light comes up when the car still has 20% of it's fuel left in the tank. That's on purpose. As you've noted over the years, this is the car that dictators and warlords need to be but reliable, not only by not breaking down in the middle of nowhere, but also by not running out of fuel. This car has a 24.6 gallon gas tank, but you’ll soon notice that if you fill right when the gas light turns on, you’re only pumping about 18.5~ gallons to top it up (I learned this on a road trip to Florida). Just something to note! Congratulations on your baby as well, I had my second child on Friday too!

[@fannoise2429]

but it still gives 12 mpg

[@benjamindunnigan2157]

@@fannoise2429 that's city alone, the combined mileage of my wife’s 2017 LX 570 (the Lexus version LandCruiser) reads 13.9 average right now, whereas my 2021 Yukon Denali says 14.8 mpg. Not that big of a difference. (to be fair though the denali has 6.2 litre v8 which is bigger than the LC/LX’s 5.7 so I imagine a regular Yukon or Chevy Tahoe might be 2 mpg better than the Land Cruiser, again, not really that different).

[@harrywalker5836]

yup. they are gas guslers. & only good for road trips. ifs & gas & v8, no fkn good. do your self a favour, go find an 80 series. 4.2tdi. last forever. &,a real 4x4, not your pretend crap..but then,if your spending 120 k on a ""4x4"",, your never going to use it..status symbol only. better off with a bmw..ect.i have a s/duty, 4.2tdi, gets 12.5 lt 100, has 700nm. 230 hp. tows 4.5 ton, & goes off road,with 2 solid diffs.. cost 25k au.. ausie.. note,, & those prado,s are a joke..same as the fj, same chassis.build..yes i hate toyota, over priced, .rubbish...plus,, why worry about running out of fuel,,its petrol,gas. probably has the same gauge for the diesel.

[@chrisschumacher2657]

Overpriced rubbish!? Sheesh. I’ve had my Tacoma for 15 years and it starts when it’s 115 degrees or below zero. I’ve never had a problem. I wouldn’t call it trash. I’ll only ever own a Toyota or Lexus.

[@shanet7511]

They do get a few mpg less and require premium unlike most other fullsize suvs...atleast the LX570 does, which has the same motor.

[@O8Zen]

This is the best selling and most common car here in the UAE (tie with the Nissan Patrol). They drive through the city all day and desert on the weekend carrying the whole family for 20 years with only oil changes. Definitely the most polyvalent car on the market, as long as you can access cheap fuel! We get them for about 1/2 the US price here. 50k for a 150kkm one is insane.

[@RAKITHA9]

Lol a used v8 "Sahara" pack sells for around $285,000 here in Sri Lanka

[@sergeychmelev5270]

@@yungboicontigo9278 Armada is a very downgraded Patrol from the off-roading perspective. Not to mention that ugly rear bumper.

[@johngaudet6316]

And the most important thing is that ICE COLD A/C in the desert!

[@turbo97semax]

Love watching your videos, You are correct, I was looking at buying Toyota Land Cruiser, Highlander. Tacoma truck etc but the prices are crazy nowadays for Toyotas. The Sequoias seem to be a decent buy in comparison. I would love a Land Cruiser myself but not willing to pay those kinds of prices and like you said the MPG is super bad. You got a nice one ... the only thing I have to say, if you don't like the interior, you can always change it ... I am sure that there are many custom shops that can change the colour to one that you like, and the return on investment will be there if you intend to keep it for the long term. Enjoy!

[@RacinJasonM3]

Thanks for validating all the reasons why I bought a 2014 LX570! I was going to buy an LC, but found that I could get the LX for about $2k less in 2019. At first I was disappointed about going with the Lexus, but I've only had one comment about the cost, everyone else doesn't even notice. Oh, I got Silver w/black, which was what I wanted. I flew to Houston to get it, Zero rust, and drove it back to Pittsburgh.