I Decided To Sell My Bronco Raptor and Land Cruiser.

Today I talk about why I am selling my Ford Bronco Raptor and Toyota Land Cruiser!
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[@greatstate58]

“We found a good buyer” aka a sucker. 😂🤣

[@BenHardyCars]

Lol

[@marachavel]

sucker to sucker sale 🤣🤣 dealer wins again.

[@mrsweeneyt6442]

I predict that you will buy another vehicle, have one thing go wrong and then trade it for something else.

[@ClasssicAri]

GX 550

[@lorddrake8566]

💯

[@439530]

Yep the GX550 overtrail

[@jdesmo1]

Not a question of bad luck, but your decision making in general obviously leaves a lot to be desired. Yes, every family needs 2 LCs and a Bronco- why didn't I think about it before?

[@manoloprpr]

If 2:2 LC200 have the issue, Toyota has some questions to answer. TSB

[@greatstate58]

“It started right up that’s impressive” that shouldn’t be the case for a 2024 100k vehicle. 😂🤣

[@nelsoncolon9616]

Haha, batteries do die if you let the vehicle sit too long

[@greatstate58]

@@nelsoncolon9616 MAYBE if he let it sit the whole 6 months of ownership. He’s averaged about 600 miles a month that thing better start.

[@nelsoncolon9616]

@@greatstate58 i wouldn't know how much he drives it, but i agree. Just know here in Vegas your battery will die quickly....like 3 weeks of sitting. His "started right up" comment was funny though👍

[@Tundra-pw2cu]

You must make a lot of money on KZbin owning all these expensive cars. I think I need to get in the KZbin reviewing business 😊. You are getting a new 2025 Land Cruiser or a Lexus GX

[@AndyNC]

I understand your move from a reasonable perspective. If you use the cars for content it's a different scenario, but as far as I can see from your channel most of the cars are reviews at the dealership. You don't need to own many cars for content in your case. You just need one to get to the dealership. I would guess the next one will be off-road capable and family friendly. Maybe the new 4Runner or a Tremor.

[@ysgood]

Probably the best choice is a non marked up ranger raptor

[@OLDS98]

Thank you for the update Ben. You made the right choice and you have a plan of action. I will look forward to your new purchase. That issue you have with a second Land Cruiser is a Toyota issue. It needs to be resolved. Maintaining and owning cars is no joke. You have to think long term and the impact and costs. I live alone and I have two Oldsmobiles( 1992 Toronado and 1996 Ninety Eight)and I am able to do the repairs and work on the vehicles ( 3800 V6) and take care of them and drive them. That is key and important. You are heading in the right direction. I look forward to your next video.

[@beardedliontakilicious4012]

My guess is the new 4Runner TRD Pro since you used to have one in the previous generation.

[@scottbeets4318]

Great video... how about a follow up to how much money you lost on these?

[@gilbertferguson1685]

Quite a saga Ben. Agree with your rationale and hope you find a reliable vehicle that suits your needs 😎

[@willito1211]

Ben!!!! Thank god you’re getting rid crapter!!! I better see an Ineos Grenadier in your garage soon! We will be Ineos Grenadier brothers

[@mjmohn]

Ben, You are on the right track. Downsize, reduce overhead. Just pick up a reliable hooptie and move out to the Bitterroot Valley. See you soon. Cheers.

[@asplmn]

You’re the only person I’ve heard of having this issue with the LC 200 - so, I think you might actually have the worst luck in the world. Lol

[@Clarkeisawesome]

You're getting a 911 Dakar.

[@youssefchaoui2940]

Best offroader

[@michaellight6683]

Based on from what you said in the past few videos, it's most likely that that leaked and they fixed it and they should have documented it. So Toyota would have taken care of that. But that's how dealers go sometimes. And if you feel like it's going to get worse then get rid of it. I've been there

[@kumudukulasekara6684]

2010 Sienna with cloth seats.

[@AarmOZ84]

My M2 just arrived at BMW of Murrary so I am a happy car guy right about now. 😁

[@ripperx444]

Utah and CO are the best states especially for these SUV's!! I just got a Bronco and can't wait for it to fall apart! Meantime will enjoy it

[@BearMacTX]

I love our Braptor, but we also don't put too many miles on it, and mostly drive it on our ranch in west Texas. I don't know what it's like to live in some city with neighbors living on top of you with a tiny 3 car garage, but I can see some people thinking they have too many cars, just not me lol.

[@robertgriffin445]

Jeep Grand Cherokee, Ineos Greenadier, Lexus GX450, 4Runner. If I was to have or be able to afford 3 car garage I would have truck, sports car and luxury 4 sedan. The sports car would be garage queen. The truck I would drive to work and luxury sedan would be my wife’s work car but that’s my opinion. It’s kind of insane to have 3 to 4 trucks because of gas, maintenance on it. I wish Ben all the luck. Hopefully, he gets a vehicle that’s not a lemon.

[@Coffee-xh4kp]

You’re getting the new Land Cruiser/ Lexus GX. Based on your history, those are the only ones that would make sense for garage space and financially.

[@SudburySaturdayNight1787]

Ben I hope you bought the Ineos Grenadier. If you get a truck, get a F-250 Lariat Tremor. You can definitely take it offroad and you've got a truck to use on your future new land. By the way where's the GT350? I remember you selling the GT500, but that GT350 is sweet.

[@absoluteflowstate6932]

Ima show the buyer this video ben!

[@PRO4XKEV]

Auto insurance is expensive to, so insuring numerous vehicles and licensing is big bucks, and the vehicle depreciation on top of that.

[@fraserpark8377]

Should have kept the defender! Was an easy fix just needing a reset and software update. Bad luck for sure it seems with the LC’s. Must be frustrating

[@caterpillarcurt9870]

I know I recommended the Yukon Z71, but now I can see the Sequoia TRD would better suit your personality. My opinion of the Expedition Timberline still stands. It'd be almost everything you loved about your Raptor, only it has three rows.

[@ernestomartinez9611]

If I had to guess. First, Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro. Reliable, off-road capable and fast. Second, F150 Raptor R or Ram TRX. Based on off-road capable plus fast plus the fact you want to buy land.

[@GRAFHC]

Ranger Raptor or a 4 Runner... feels like either would be the right fit. I mean, a ZR2 Bison or even a Canyon AT4X would be also, but I don't see Ben buying a GM product.

[@keithmccloud6722]

What high speed off road are you doing? How often are you out in the dessert driving high speed.

[@Xasukis]

grats on your Ineos Grenadier

[@fabulousoffroaddesigns5080]

My guess, since you said "we will see" about Land Cruiser reliability and the dealer found a buyer quite quickly is; Toyota Land Cruiser 250. I would have bought the Grenadier or a Ranger Raptor.

[@willito1211]

Lets gooooooo!!!!!! The Ineos Grenadier is COMINNNNNGGGGGG

[@rossryder944]

Glad I don't have to deal with real world problems like three car garage parking, two Land Cruisers with the same issue, and whether the 2023 $80K Raptor that I'm trading will start. All in just the first four minutes.

[@LivingRetirement]

GX 550 on order... But yes, I agree with you on land being more worth it than metal!!!!

[@Yul-Uhlu]

If Ben does buy the Grenadier, it will be short lived. The steering will become annoying and competent dealership troubleshooting and service will be hard to find. Replacement parts are currently 6 months wait or more. I personally love the Grenadiers looks and basic interior layout but until they establish service and mechanics to work on these things I would hold off.

[@Petey003]

EVERY vehicle has things come up. I feel like looking for a perfect, no issue, dream ownership experience is setting yourself up for failure. I’ve got a BRaptor, 2 Wranglers (JLUR and 4XE JLUR), and a TRX currently. I’ve also owned all the standard boring reliable 4Runner, F150 Raptor, Grand Cherokee, Tahoe (+ cars)… They all have a compromise somewhere and have ALL had some minor issues I had to deal with to have fixed. I would fix the Land Cruiser and let her keep it rather than pushing for another perfect scenario. Just another car guy’s .02.

[@andychautin1983]

Awe shucks, just catching up…still a good decision. You can get a new (250) lc and still have two…and a wrangler! I did the wrangler thing and I get same satisfaction w/windows down on other slabs(autos). Off-roading suburbia in the bronco had me laughing! Thanks!

[@CarGeek360]

I would say get a Seqouia Platinum or Capstone, Limited is great too if you want to save some money

[@celteldealer]

does the 35 f150 2023 raptor fits in a 7ft high garage

[@manoloprpr]

People saying buy an F150!! He has a Ford HALO vehicle and he is saying is not the best ride, comfort, it’s loud, and makes no sense. What do you think is going to be with the run of the mill?

[@CarGeek360]

I suggested a new Seqouia, the space might come in handy at some point

[@ShadowBend]

An F150 is a much different experience compared to a Bronco. Not as loud. longer wheelbase. Its a far more comfortable daily type vehicle.

[@CarGeek360]

@@ShadowBend true but he might want 3-rows of seating as the 3-row Land Cruiser is now sold

[@ecarey8782]

I think your going with a pickup for your next vehicle

[@dinomonaco2665]

Ben. I’m going to guess that your getting the INEOS Grenadier🤓 I so love that vehicle. Maybe if things go right I can get one in 2025.

[@HammerdownMotorsportsUSA]

I had a blast in Tooele you guys have awesome off-roading I am jealous

[@BenHardyCars]

Time to move!

[@HammerdownMotorsportsUSA]

@@BenHardyCars I would definitely consider it if I were to uproot from the east coast

[@user-sj6ob7yu9p]

Yes, Lexus GX 550.

[@sergiomendoza4250]

Guessing you went with a 4Runner v6 or the previous gen LX or GX

[@jburch1544]

If it smells like cologne, leave it alone.

[@mariusdoiron9066]

Ranger raptor is a Jack of all trade, its the trend now.

[@cbowser8604]

Ben, Now you are being smart investing in real estate. If it were I; for a car I would get a beater with minimal liability insurance. When it dies; remove the tags and leave it where it sits. Then get another beater. Do your channel with dealers vehicles. Real estate doesn't depreciate😎

[@Deatomizer]

Your neighbors must be shaking their heads watching you out of their windows lol

[@kcw9313]

Have you seen his lawn? Neglected. lol

[@Deatomizer]

@@kcw9313 lol You should think about heading out to Sydney and doing a few reviews of the trucks, or Utes as we call them. Toyota Hilux. Mitsubish Triton. The Toyota 70 series just to name a few of one not sold in the US of A. I would also include the Ranger but you guys have them now.

[@LionRunner]

2024 4Runner TRD PRO. It has more reliable powertrain than a Land cruiser 200. Definitely be more reliable than GX550 / 2024 Land Cruiser / 2025 4Runner. More capable offroad than a Land cruiser 200. Better fuel range. More refined highway driving than Bronco and Wrangler. 2024 4Runner TRD PRO features like BSM, automatic headlights, 360 camera, heated steering, heated seats (ventilated seats only available on Limited), remote start, jbl sound, car play and lot more to list.

[@brimegh2541]

Land appreciates value, cars depreciate value. Smart move, sir.

[@bertrandrhule6568]

Oh Ben why the land cruiser, sell the Bronco and leave the LC, or sell them both and get an LX 570 or Ford F150 lariat

[@mcwendel8066]

You’re the first person I’ve heard say that the bronco raptor is better off-road than the wrangler 392 aside from the high-speed stuff which is what you said it’s not good at, very confusing. Also is the 392 significantly worse than a regular Wrangler to Daly Drive? I’ve daily driven five wranglers and yeah they’re not terrific but it’s doable lol And I’m going with the GX550

[@67wildwolf]

isn't there a recall on air bags?

[@theobserver9565]

Lexus GX 550 Overtrail+ or the Ranger Raptor.

[@Drg24800]

I’m gonna guess INEOS Grenadier. A V8 Sequoia TRD Pro could be one too but less likely I think.

[@brianhurley8617]

New GX?

[@safchojuk]

Dacia Duster, obviously

[@PeakDecline]

Definitely an issue with this in the 200 series. But also uh... I'm beginning to think someone dumped two on you.

[@sterlingarcher4957]

You came back to your senses and got a Last Call TRX.

[@user-fq5rn4om4n]

My thinking exactly. The truck that does it all!

[@_beanswick2054]

Land Cruiser 100 series or a raptor 37 package or a G550 over trail !!!

[@kylenewberry8598]

I think a fun car for your drives would be Stinger

[@harlemking12]

Bronco Raptor horrible at high speed off roading??? That seems like a driver issue tbh….

[@PeakDecline]

Also incoming Prospector XL.

[@pavansai9066]

Gx550 overtrail

[@rlaracue]

2024 4Runner TRD Pro. 2024 GX550 Overtrail. Rivian R1S.

[@mpiny]

Recession squeezed 🎉

[@user-kb3he7uj1b]

Four Runner Trailhawk or Ranger Raptor.

[@TheAldoferri]

💯 you are getting an Ineos Grenadier.. 😜😎

[@ptso7580]

Note to self: NEVER, Ever, wrap a Land Cruiser 200 Sieries. Or any other vehicle. Bad joojoo vibes will occur.

[@BenHardyCars]

Lol

[@soILLitsADVISED]

I’m goin RS6 Avant, CT5-V Blackwing, or G63 4x4 😅

[@Omk1336]

You must come to uae and bay nissan potrol super safari one door ...

[@Goodguy20212]

I really can't understand why anybody would buy a Ford product

[@reignfire85]

Before you lose the long hair, Ben, can you style it as a perm or Afro? As for which vehicle you're getting, my guess is a Ford Pinto. (I'm not being serious, but I will say I want you to have a vehicle you're happy with).

[@lumberjeff0]

Toyota Prius. But with a 2 inch lift and K3s.

[@kenneth5670]

Just get a f350 platinum. Surprisingly great for a family vehicle.

[@alexfry9114]

What happened to the GT500

[@Johnny-Cage]

4Runner TRD Pro on the way!

[@joshbrown117]

Yukon Z71 with 3.0 diesel is my guess.

[@bradfeller4995]

gx550 or new landcruiser

[@alanlovins1887]

I’m guessing the GX550 OverTrial 😎

[@RedNeck_Zeus]

He's just leading us on with the high dollar badass offroaders. He's actually getting a Honda Odyssey.

[@unknowntechio]

TBH, I think Toyota is in really bad shape right now. They did this massive launch and increased their pricing 20+%. I am also seeing quality issue with the new Taco out on the web so that's another reason to be concerned but that could just be 1st year of new gen issues which most vehicles have. If I had to guess, you stated the Bronco Raptor was too wide, but you like the land cruiser so I would probably not go with a pickup, at the same time you're only going to get high speed off roading unless you go something like Ranger Raptor..so that's my guess or maybe a Colorado Zr2, that's what i'm getting, hopefully this week.

[@CACressida]

He's buying a Sienna or a Ridgeline. You have the worst Land Cruiser luck on earth.

[@J.Young808]

5th Gen 4Runner TRD Pro in Terra

[@PowerSurg]

2024 Ranger Raptor! 😊

[@amanflyer3205]

Your taste in vehicles only leaves a couple 2-3 options here. The NEW but smaller Land Cruiser, the upcoming 4Runner, or even the matching Lexus… either way I kinda consider those all to be more or less one vehicle, same underpinnings with different clothes and haircuts. If it’s not one of the new toyota products I’d say Ineos Grenadier.

[@pokFryRicebich]

Newer land cruiser is a downgrade to what he has however for KZbin content a good decision.

[@amanflyer3205]

@@pokFryRicebich I wouldn’t disagree with the downgrade, but it’s new and kinda weird so would make good content. And who knows, from the “value” perspective it might just end up like an FJ for those who choose to keep it a while.

[@willcultra3268]

4Runner TRD Pro or Tacoma TRD Pro

[@christopherthompson9642]

Lexus GX550

[@kjuu]

crazyyyy

[@proudam3969]

Get a Cadillac Escalade ESV

[@jonathanorellana3924]

Lexus GX?

[@magnoliap5824]

It’s not you, no way, Toyota needs to fix it. But lesson learned. If you feel something is off stop, don’t sign anything. My guess is a 2024 4-Runner. Good deals now since the 25’s are coming out remodeled. I’m hoping it’s the Pathfinder Rock Creek! 😂

[@johnnyfreeman1018]

Just keep the one that runs Ben.....🤷‍♂️

[@DougVandegrift]

Your job is to visit dealers and test drive new cars. You don't need to own any of them as part of your job I would think...

[@Furkmyster]

Mercedes G-wagon is what you are getting, Ben?

[@greatstate58]

My guess is Toyota FJ. But idk.

[@shawfamily5495]

New Land Cruiser 1st Edition!