Should you buy a USED Toyota LandCruiser 100/105 Series? | ReDriven used car review

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The Toyota LandCruiser 100 series is like a rockstar in the off-roading world, and many folks swear it's one of Toyota's all-time greats. Wondering if you should snag a used one, even if it's got a lot of miles on the clock? Well, here's the scoop: this bad boy's got a reputation for being as dependable as your favorite pair of boots. So, if you're pondering, "Should I buy a Toyota LandCruiser 100 series?" - rest assured, it's a top pick for adventurers. And hey, for an in-depth lowdown on how it fares in the used car game, check out our review. We've got the real scoop on this road warrior.
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00:53 - What is it?
04:46 - How's the interior?
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12:44 - What's it like to drive?
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19:09 - What goes wrong?
30:52 - Should you buy it?
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[@ninsiimajonathan3855]

Here in Uganda where I am watching from, you are considered cream of the society only after you can afford to drive one of these in the city. Great review thanx.

[@Blueblur444]

I've got a 105 Standard with the NA diesel - not my daily though - and I love it. Done over 400,000 but was very well maintained and it's the perfect tool for travelling Aus, camping and being an all round workhorse. I like the simplicity. I've always been able to beat those fuel economy numbers - wirh a rough mix of 50/50 city / highway driving I get more like 11.5 -12L/100

[@imnotusingmyrealname4566]

Those are much more reasonable numbers. With such a hulking beast that the 100 Series is you should drive defensively anyway.

[@dexterrr9163]

Damn how do you achieve that

[@jamesdavenport5103]

@@dexterrr9163I have a 100 series with 1HD-FTE engine turbo diesel.Will do 10-11l / 100 on the highway or 12-13 around town. A well maintained 105 with the NA 1HZ Engine will also get good figures will into its older life. Not a suprising figure.

[@sibij42]

@@dexterrr9163 My 1hz turbo 80 series used to get 12.5 -13.0, until I put muddies on it. Now it's more like 15L/100km

[@christofonobrown3659]

USADM LC100 owner here. 2004. 321,000 miles. Rust is the single biggest thing to watch out for when purchasing. These are higher maintenance vehicles (grease hubs and driveshafts every 5,000 miles) but if you keep on top of it then nothing ever goes wrong. Also, squeaks and rattles can be chased down and fixed.

[@1969Risky]

Working from a smash repairers point of view, we see these things come in every fortnight from buyers who have just bought it without the body & the chassis looked at. The ones we see are ones that have been neglected but the new owners paid too much for them. When you give them prices on rust repairs, they baulk but they keep forgetting that it takes time to do the job properly. Usually when it's rego time is when we see them. Any small tiny bubble of rust in the roof, around the windscreen, A pillar, tailgate, C & D pillar glass is hiding something bigger. If you have roof racks, cross bars & carriers on your roof, if you're not using them, remove them until you have need for them. 9/10 times you have these things on & you go to a level car park, you're going to hit something, especially when you have a lift kit on. Most owners when cleaning them don't bother cleaning the roof as it's too high for them. Make sure you clean the roof. The chassis: If you take it out of its street environment, make sure you clean underneath. It's common for beach sand to be inside the chassis rail. If it's got sand, expect to have salt water to have been in there as well. When repairing rust, get someone who knows what they're dealing with to repair it properly. Do not baulk at the price for repairs as it's time consuming for the repairer. Stay away from any half-assed jobs that have been done to it. Rego inspectors know what they are looking for & if they knock it back due to rust in crucial areas, don't blame the messenger. Remember, that these vehicles don't fit in a standard garage & spend most of their lives outside. When cleaning, clean everywhere, that includes underneath. Don't do a half-assed job. Toyota paint isn't the best in the world and can be thin in some places. I've seen plenty come in for rust repairs covered in bulldust & sand. I tell the owners to give them a good wash or I'll charge for a full detail on top of the rust repairs. If you're thinking of buying a cheap one that looks to good to be true, walk away. I've seen many a young bloke pay for a cheap one that's hiding expensive rust repairs.

[@fluchtigziege3202]

I have not seen a 100 series or older ever for sale that isnt plagued with rust.

[@Renegade040]

Spot on, people do think this cars are 100% perfect, they have a lot of faults.

[@willhooke]

Thank you for the info 🙏🏻

[@frankensteinsgarage9632]

I bought myself a late model 100 series with the 1HD-FTE engine and 5 speed auto. I still think I paid too much. It's in excellent condition and I've cared for it like it's a sick child. But I wanted one and I was picky on what I wanted. It is a great car, however you have to accept that it is nearly 20 years old. It just doesn't have the features of new cars. The ride is very comfortable but the drive is dated. I think the transmission let's it down the most. Makes it feel old fashioned. On a recent trip mine averaged 9.5lts per 100 kays. But it doesn't like short trips. That will easily add 3 lts per 100. In summary they are a well built car. But they are getting old. You have to really want one to make it worth while. I'm an ex Toyota mechanic and I enjoy doing my own maintenance. They are far easier to work on than later stuff. But.. if you aren't using them for off roading or towing, do you even need a Landcruiser..

[@rsoul7282]

Look for the ones with P plates on, festooned with garish stickers and a cheap set of mud tyres. Those are the most reliable of all.

[@thesaint8400]

Been waiting for this one for years! You guys absolutely smashed it. Really good review.

[@therebelfrogy9287]

In my country, if you use the Land Cruiser 105 you fall into three categories: 1/ You work for military/government 2/ You are a field engineer, specialize in civil engineering 3/ You're an off-road enjoyer and an ex from two categories above

[@richarm66]

That HDJ100R 1HD-FTE for the win... I've serviced one from 70K to close to 600K (2005 to now) Had a set of injectors recently, a few sets of intake gaskets. Looked at the valve clearances 4 times... adjusted maybe 3 of the 24 valves in that time. Engines great, car's only just starting to feel tired in it's basic driving.

[@svein-haraldribland8559]

No, the 2UZ-FE was the best if you listen to the mechanic! Perfect for me 😎😎

[@bentabram3586]

Hey mate looking at buying one of these, I have a 105 but has the dreaded rust around the windscreen, and all over really. Are the 100s less prone to rust?

[@bentabram3586]

Can you tune the 2uz?​@@svein-haraldribland8559

[@richarm66]

@@bentabram3586 no less prone to rust mate.. basically the same body panels. Maybe look at one from a different state? One that doesn't have any beaches to drive on? ;)

[@richarm66]

@@svein-haraldribland8559 Nice motor for sure mate Just not my favourite of the two. Signed - 40yrs in the trade. Mechanic.

[@jack73206]

It costs an arm and a leg to fill this beast with fuel, especially with today’s prices.

[@obandokay]

Add a kidney, these beasts consume a lot.

[@gerhardstrydom5249]

I drive a Pajero 3.8...its just the same fuel consumption. Reliability is king!

[@damianpasfield4338]

I get 1000km range so not too bad really

[@shawsie5780]

@@damianpasfield4338with a 250ltr tank and driving on flat roads

[@Hwje1111]

@@gerhardstrydom5249 but the Mitsubishi lacks a v8. This Land Cruiser has a v8.

[@jasimqureshi2672]

Mate love your channel and am always amazed that it doesn't have way more subscribers. Keep going its great content!

[@MasterYoshiCamps]

Definitely appreciate the commitment to stay true to your channel and subscribers 🎉

[@ReDriven]

You’re amazing! Thank you so much

[@troyprice143]

We get 10ltr per 100klm out of our HDJ100R consitantly

[@NIPUNAPEIRISPR4NK]

​@troyprice143 let's face it, most drivers tend to think its a Bathurst 1000 start when the lights turn green and their fuel economy suffers in consequence. I used to be guilty of this and when i started to accelerate smoothly and gradually, my petrol car went from 11L/100 to about 8/100

[@bears2604]

​@@NIPUNAPEIRISPR4NK. I always point out to my wife watch these people fly of the lights, its were you use all your fuel getting 2 ton moving. I let the car roll the first 2 feet under it's own power (auto) often stopping 2 foot back then timming the light. If you push a car you know the first 2 feet is when it is hardest, so heavy fuel consumption". You know the funny thing is you often get to the next light were there waiting.. just wasted fuel and more wear and tear.😢😂

[@SamKuul]

I am happy that you guys reviewed this vehicle

[@Shemayahu222]

I got a 2003 100series V8 and tow full time . The girl goes good with no worries

[@Land_Raver]

Brave man. You point out any flaws and they will come after you. Don't even think about comparing it to another brand. People will lose their minds.

[@huntinginaust.6463]

What an absolutely awesome review by not only the host but also the Mechanics break down of these vehicle variants. I have a soft spot for the 6cyl turbo diesel and have wanted one for years now I have my own family to cart around I’ll seriously be reconsidering the option. Cheers 🍻

[@davidarter9670]

This is a REALLY thorough review, one of your very best! Thankyou :)

[@luisbelgoderi6800]

I have a 105 where the first owner was the US Embassy here in Panama, It was in good condition but i decided to restore and eject the mighty HZ engine and swap it with the 1-HDT .... I am in love with the car. It is a beast.

[@user-th5mh5zz7z]

Just about to turn 800,000k on our 2003 1hd fte, pulls a two ton trailer regularly for work. At age 64 if I get the million, that will probably do.

[@davidarter9670]

I owned A 2003 GXL V8 FOR 14 years. Fantastic car and never gave me a moments trouble! I towed my caravan and even took it along the Gibb River Road! I eventually gave it to my niece when I upgraded to a 200 Series, which is also a wonderful car.

[@TheWombat2012]

We had a 2004 100 series GXL with the 4.2 TD engine (the same he to get, forget the V8 petrol). Of course it wasn’t perfect, but it was comfortable, easy to maintain, and felt better to drive than the V8 diesel 200 series when they came out and we got some at work. It was great off road and felt solid as a rock. We traded it in when it had 400,000km on it and we still miss that thing.

[@batmanlives6456]

I owned a 100 series turbo diesel from brand new to 250,000 km I did all services myself and it only went to the garage for a timing belt at 150,000km I put new brake pads on it just before I sold it but they didn’t really need changing … original pads … Absolutely legendary Toyota vehicles !!!

[@garyradley5694]

About time this legend was reviewed. Well done!

[@nickgood8166]

Lots of work went into this, thanks!

[@ReDriven]

Cheers mate!

[@dadboarding5983]

bought an '03 LX470 with 470k on the clock for $17k, now up to 540k taking 5-6 people with me on multiple adventures in 2 years - service the big v8 myself every 6k - no regrets whatsover - bit pricey to daily drive like I do but hey, it's the smiles per gallon that matter to me most.

[@mattsmith2051]

Love love the introduction!,,, so so true and we’ll executed about Toyota owners 👌🏻

[@ultimablackmage]

Oh my God... you got your hands on the GOAT Landcruiser! It isn't a bush basher... it's a bush steam roller! It's child, the Hilux owes so much to this car.

[@madrx2]

A few common problems. Handbrake cable always stretches, Prone to rust around front window, Prone to rust in roof rails if gutters don't have leaves cleaned out of them. There is a black plastic strip that you need to remove to clean under yearly. A/C drain blocks easily. Airbox clips break all the time, they're garbage. The injector pump usually goes around 250-300k.

[@damianpasfield4338]

Sadly, I agree from experience

[@fluchtigziege3202]

and thats just the obvious stuff.

[@madrx2]

@@fluchtigziege3202 yeh exactly. Love to leak oil around the rocker covers, 5th gear ratio is too short in the stock box, feel free to keep adding. But still overall pretty darn good.

[@fluchtigziege3202]

diffs whine more than my ex wife@@madrx2

[@colindunn864]

Don’t worry about the injector pump more modern entire diesel engines have failed at 300 thousand than 100 series pumps

[@bobbynix965]

Your review on the 100 series landcruiser is spot on. I really enjoy daily driving my 99 landcruiser. It's such a comfortable ride, it's just as smoothe as my wife's 2021 GX460!

[@jeremywheaton6244]

Awesome, another great, independent factual review from these guys

[@leehall5447]

I live in the usa and own a 2002 Land Cruiser, I love it but cost to repair is crazy. If I would have known that I probably would have gotten a 4Runner but I still do love my cruiser.

[@carlmenzel8744]

I'm an owner of a 05 RV 79 series a 120 series 1kz Grande and a fz 99 105 series which I've not long added to the fleet. I'm really liking the 105 with the space and comfortable seats for traveling and nice smooth way it drives I've definitely got a soft spot for cruiser's I'd say.

[@geoffdent1639]

I have the 1HDFTE 6 cylinder diesel GXL 100 series Landcruiser. I love it

[@prit04]

This channel needs such a bigger audience. Amazing job guys

[@ReDriven]

Aww thanks!

[@TheScary79]

I've had my GXL 1999 105 series for some years now the FTE independent front is more or less a car. The 105 is an alrounder with the best of both worlds in my opinion

[@tumba_tom4250]

Front center console cub holders are adjustable mate, the center piece can be spread and or completely removed.

[@stevjosco.adventures]

Great review guys. I had a 105 6cyl petrol that had 350,000km on it when I sold it (for the exact same price that I paid for it 3 years earlier). It was unbelievably good on high country tracks and pleasant enough on the highways. The fuel consumption was "interesting" for sure. It was starting to show it's age, and in one year I had failures of the fuel pump, radiator, aircon compressor, and power steering pump. The good news was that the parts were easy to find, reasonably priced and best of all, fairly simple to work on it myself. I do miss my 105 and can totally understand why they have such a devout following. To me it was worth going with the 6 cylinder petrol. I paid $12,500 for it and over the 3 years of ownership, only spent about $2000 on the parts I mentioned, with services generally around $400 at every 10,000k's. The thing that bugged me most was the bloody handbrake. It caused me a heap of anxiety when parking on any sort of angle, and there's no way I'd pull up near the edge of a cliff. No mechanic could make it work properly.

[@darnellengelbrecht4400]

This is a cool comment. I have the same 105 and also find that the problems are easy enough to work on, but it’s a great car to own even though the fuel consumption is a wee bit high…

[@danmccarthy4700]

The 100 would be the one I'd want to own and live with but the 105 fascinates me, just because of the fact that they were able to plonk the 100's body on what essentially was the 80's guts. And also any vehicle that wasn't sold in the United States is automatically fascinating to me. :)

[@kenoconnor3513]

Would love a review of the Toyota 200 series. Love your channel.

[@MichaelMengo]

That bullbar brought back memories of my first job. I used to sell Old Man Emu and Dobinsons shocks too.

[@oscarzana1728]

Good day from the USA. I have an 07 with 65k miles. Love this truck. I purchased it new in 07 and have never regretted it. Best car. Now that she’s 17 years old I have had one issue with the AHC leaking. Looking in your doing an Iran man lift on it. I get so many complaints on her because she look so clean. She was an everyday diver. Now I have a GX 460 she only goes out once a week and we take trips on it 2 or 3 times a year.

[@unnijacob2807]

I thought cupholders were big too until I realised the you can adjust it based on the size of the cup. The centre bit has an arm that closes in.

[@sliedude]

Great video. Realy informative. However, I would love to know the Tare, GVM and payload of the 100 series and the 105 series in particular. I cannot seem to find that info anywhere.

[@imwalking1690]

Awesome review and very honest in my opinion. I bought a petrol 105 and put a 1HD-FTE in it. This is by far the best of both worlds. It’ll cost a bit but I think it’s definitely worth it. So much so that my brother has done the same thing and my Dad has bought an engine to do the conversion also. They do however require lots of money spent on maintenance particularly if doing a lot of off-roading. I love my 105 fte and will probably never sell it.

[@Pretzil43]

I skipped to the what goes wrong of course to see if the brake booster abs unit is mentioned. I sold mine after the third failure and every wrecker being sold out 10x over

[@errresh473]

Hey mate could you take a look at the Toyota soarer and mr2 sw20. Im thinking about getting them and I would appreciate your help. Your reviews are legendary

[@taimou1000]

Good one, I would really love to see you do a Patrol GQ Vs 80 Series, both club's plates ready now. And got to be stock, Ideally in 80's colours and stripes with the high roof and the 7 seats!

[@darcykeddell4930]

Got my Gu on club plates 👌

[@caseyhopkins6299]

Got a stock 80 almost ready for rego,like a kid with a new toy.

[@user-rv6zk1pp7r]

You guys do a great job of these vids, they are very well researched. And yes, what you say about Landcruiser owners is true, the only peeps who are more defensive than us about their cars are landrover owners 😂

[@darnellengelbrecht4400]

I own a 105 and a Discovery 4 and it’s a toss up between Land Rover Defender (pre-Puma models) and the 70’s series Land Cruiser owners in terms of which set is more defensive

[@aurumbeach]

Bought the Lexus 470 version. Fantasic for highway travel and towing.

[@mark_u]

This gen Land Cruiser is still my favorite. Just timeless design.

[@madrx2]

I purchased a 100 Series 4.2 Back in 2018. It was rough, and had been abused but had very low km for its age. When I first purchased it, I was full of regret. Soon after I took to restoring it, and removed the old aftermarket bullbar, rear bar and re-sandblasting, Removed rust around the front window, the roof rails. Straightened all the panels, did a closed door respray. New gearbox with long range 5th gear, new injector pump, injectors, intake clean, g-turbo, snorkel/airbox etc(250ish awkw/950nm on kill mode) . The list goes on. I will NEVER sell the thing now, it owes me too much and it's AMAZING to drive. They're not good looking cars but they just don't miss a beat.

[@frankensteinsgarage9632]

They look alright with subtle mods. Well, they look alright in their own right. For a vehicle that is designed off a brick, that is.

[@madrx2]

hahaha that's it mate. @@frankensteinsgarage9632

[@jp4rks]

Mr mechanic best scrub up on a few details, manual gearbox allocations for starters - only the 1HZ 105 received the weaker R series box. 1FZ received the same H series 5 speed box as the HDJ model

[@onstreetgarage]

Great review mate, very thorough and well researched! They're definitley not "perfect", ive got a diesel, auto 105 with an aftermarket turbo, Owes me well under $30k and it does everything i want beautifully. They are getting old and need maintenance upkept but are bulletproof when thats done. Just a shame they didnt put the factory turbo diesel in the 105

[@josephkelly4893]

I’ve got the baby sister to these, the 120 series Prado, it’s a capable beast and the turbo diesel is great on fuel when on a long run (costs a bit to fill up the 180 litre tanks though).

[@ravingmad765]

Only fill 50ltrs unless you're taking on a desert. That's 130kg less weight....

[@TheWombat2012]

We had those at my workplace. Some of them got up to 600,000km and were still running fine with regular servicing.

[@haushomberg1296]

2UZ FE 2003 with the 5 gear Aisin automat. Daily Towing 3Tons through the swiss alps since 488.000 km. Thirsty yeah but reliable as an elephant. Never ever not one issue. Every 10k fresh oils, automatic oil all 60k km and serious rust prevention. Thats about it. And yeah, still the first exhaust and Katalysator. If you didn’t see it, you won’t believe it. AHC also OEM and never replaced. Every button, each function works except the fatman entry and steering wheel adjustment. Happy driver here … 😊

[@redbone7040]

Yes have 06 and they are one of the best vehicles👌💯💯💯💯

[@nelsonzumosa9248]

Today I am about to buy one in Venezuela with only 113 000 miles 5.7 lts 8 cil, my dream truck

[@onedayatatime4232]

I regret selling my 100 gxl...best 4wd ever. Now looking at getting another 100 over the current 4wds.

[@idriveskyline]

1:29 Both cars you showed were 105s at the beginning of the video when explaining that there is the 100 and 105 series types.

[@ReDriven]

Thanks for the correction!

[@cooperbraidwood7204]

Love the content

[@JediToad11]

Nice vid , can you plz come to Brazil

[@acurrymuncher8459]

Please do a 90series prado

[@aaronhogan2371]

I'm an 80 series guy. But only because I can't afford a 100 series Sahara with 1hdfte. Btw just clocked 400,000 on the 1992 model with 3f-e. My other turbo diesel 1hdt GXL is on about 440,000. They will outlive religion.

[@clivehorridge]

I’ve a basic 80 series, 1995 HZJ diesel, over 500k km, had it 17 years and I love it like a child ❤️🇷🇴

[@cruisermarv]

Preventive service wise you missed the cheapest of all, which has the potential to blow the engine. There are two Ts that connect a the heater system that deteriorate with time (and heat) and can break leading to catastrophic leak or coolant, overheating the engine. Is a 25 dollar fix literally. First thing to be done after buying one.

[@lukebrinsmead]

I have a 2005 GXL 105 diesel manual. The appearance for me is subtle and vernacular. It kind of reminds me of passenger aircrafts; sleek and without ornamental design features to look on trend get more attention to maybe sell more.

[@adrianw3985]

I like my 100 a lot. The previous owner was dumb, so I had to do quite a lot to it to get it up to standard, but it's all good now. Cheers from Arizona USA

[@craigparker4108]

Got a Granpa spec 105 99 GXL 5 speed & love it.

[@nivekab]

The 2UZFE engine was based on the fantastic 1UZ, the thing is bullet proof.

[@williamriding5749]

Somwhere on the level shaft floor penal on curvature says farm use void warranty if outbproof 4x4

[@stuartmartin2513]

Thanks for the video, I own two 'Cruisers - a late '05 Sahara diesel and a '99 petrol six Snowy, both sensational - but I'm not precious about them, but I have to point out something about your cup holder criticism please? The ones in the video are like mine in the Sahara, being adjustable, the little arms pull out to accommodate your prissy little coffees. The arms also come out, so you can buy a more manly Iced Coffee as one of the cupholder frameworks will take that as well. The word you are looking for in relation to the V8 petrol is mellifluous ... 😜

[@patricesaruchera5944]

@ReDriven pls review the holden/chevy trailblazer 2017

[@joshbeetham4179]

I think they look way better without all the extra stuff on them. They have a timeless beautiful design

[@idriveskyline]

FZ105 also came with the stronger gearbox, only the 1HZ had the weaker manual box.

[@jasonraynar6955]

Was going to write this... (Just jumped under my car to compare it to pictures in IH8MUD - my FZ105 gearbox matches the H151 pics)

[@brunei106]

Land Cruisers are quite possibly the best thing that happened to 4X4 SUVs, and among them, 100/ 105 series takes the cake!

[@danwhite2482]

What about the 200 series. I would love ur opinion. I’m biased I have a 2018 200 series v8 petrol

[@dmutinda]

Nice review. I like. Please review the Delica D5 Diesel.

[@ReDriven]

Great request, we’re trying to find one to feature. - AK

[@davescott5506]

I know my land rover discovery is less reliable but I still love it. It constantly overtake Toyotas up hills towing my caravan with ease

[@williamstewart3469]

At the prices they are selling for, no way, but at the prices they are worth, a big yes.

[@mjngp]

I like the 80 series

[@MSimmonsAZ]

I have a 2004 GX-R. 130,000 KM. biggest issue is the poor mpg and the seats could be more supportive. Oh the really big issue is long drives when the 120KMP light and buzzer warning starts. Engine is barley revving at that speed. Slightly new ones are flying past. Also huge outside and tiny inside. Nice and wide. not so easy to park and parrell park in tight areas. New suite of exterior cameras would be helpful instead of the sonar beeping. No fun to drive. But easy to drive. And I like it a lot. Just wish we had a second car. But we are NGO in Amman Jordan so only 1 car for us.

[@antz2556]

Love the 100 series. ❤

[@brandonsmisek]

Anaheim CA with a 2000 LX 470 175k and runs great.

[@mobilegamingau6833]

520,000 on my 04 v8 and she doesn't miss a beat. Wouldn't own anything else.

[@josephah2000]

We have had our US 2007 - 100 series since 2016. We were the 2nd owners of it. We get about 14 or so MPG. We now have 210k + miles and it still runs like new. We also have little to no issues. This engine produces 275 hp and 320 lbs of torque. It is powerful! We may get a newer model in the next couple of years but it is hard considering all the pluses.

[@bunyipcow]

Main reason to go diesel over petrol is increased touring range from same fuel load. First 2 years of lx470 have rear diff lock standard instead of ATRAC and feel even more opulent than top spec cruiser. For most uses my pick would be v8 manual sahara if you can find one or HZJ105 for serious offroading

[@CathodeRayNipplez]

Short answer... Nope. The price equals the hype.

[@paulgriffiths7399]

Excellent in-depth review here guys and you nailed all the points. I think the only versions to get is: if you have money get the 1HDFTE in the best trim level you can afford. It has the best resale value. If you can't afford that get the V8 petrol. If you want the 1HZ from the 105 it's an incredibly reliable engine and if untouched will do 800,000kms but don't bother turbocharging it as 8 out of every 10 people say you'll regret it and blow up the engine even with a modest tune. And I don't see a place for the 1FZ petrol that would be my last choice, the V8 petrol has the same consumption so just get that instead more Powerful and sounds better

[@GlenQuagmire-dj9ws]

R151f gearbox post 2002 is usable for towing just don’t go up hills in 5th when pulling your van

[@dancotter7050]

The 1fz didn't have an R box, it came factory with H151.

[@Trapper50cal]

Two completely different questions (Should you buy a 100 Series vs. should you buy a 105 Series) If you can get ahold of a 105, you should sell anything you have to get it. The 100 Series is a good, but by no means, great 4x4. It's IFS and IFS will never be as good as solid axle with coils like the 80 Series (I'm talking stock or stockish, here) The 105 is basically an 80 Series with a V8 or Diesel and as such, is probably the best 4X4 ever. And if you add differential lockers, it's unstoppable.

[@jamesquinton2547]

I daily drive a 1998 fz auto. Love it

[@Alex-kt6hx]

Fully stocked

[@Dedsec499]

Yes I’m watching already

[@terrysmith7740]

A great car reviewed correctly.

[@peterryan7340]

You forgot the GXV model, but added it in the safety section 😕

[@lesklower7281]

Its all about the research and its a Toyota and as usual great advice

[@hudsonsled454]

I have a 11/06 1HDFTE Sahara it has 317k I have replaced the alternator put a Beaudesert 3" exhaust and a part time kit in. I can't speak for every 100 series but mine is definitely worth the hype.

[@frankensteinsgarage9632]

How does the Beaudesert exhaust sound? I cheaped out and fitted a no name 3" exhaust to my FTE. And I've never been happy. Sounds like a FZ. Kind of drones and has that annoying whistle that you normally associate with the FZ.

[@hudsonsled454]

@@frankensteinsgarage9632 mate I'm happy with it, I got the stainless 3" and 4 1/2" dump of the turbo. It doesn't drone, you can hear the turbo spooling if the window is down, felt like it increased the power when I installed it. I have had it on for 9yrs now.

[@robertnielsen6687]

What fuel efficiency can be expected from the 1hdfte? Compared to a 120 series prado 1kzte? City. Or higjway driving?

[@bryanlim4506]

Could yall do a review on the BMW 216/218 pleaseeeeeeee

[@samartz]

Thank goodness people buy these as shopping trolleys, now we an buy these later to bush 😊

[@cyxs1]

I have 2006 this is my second one first one got hit it is a tank bullet proof can go anywhere

[@ranaehtishammanj3841]

Please do one video on 80 Series Land Cruiser also