The Greatest SUV Ever Made

I think the Toyota Land Cruiser 200 Series might be the greatest SUV ever made. I'm here to make my point.
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[@dominicscalise]

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[@Ondraythe1]

Hey brother, good to see you make vids again 👍 these Landcruisers are very common here in Aus cause they pretty much cover every aspect everyone needs in a car (except good fuel consumption 🤪) but I never knew how people could afford them, most are upwards of $100k

[@kennethrhodes7143]

04 LC 100, with the 2UZ FE it is the last of the Simpler Reliable. My Decked Out/Tilt Over Lander takes me any where I want to go, Tows like nothing and gets me Home!

[@dominicscalise]

@@kennethrhodes7143 Quite sure my mom’s 100 series was an 04. 100 series is maybe my favorite looking LC (06/07 to be specific). All class.

[@3lii4Car5]

Thanks for this goal video. We got one of these in 2009. It’s a GX R with a V8 4.6 L, almost 280 hp, but it has been very reliable over a decade and we never think to sell it.

[@ahmadutyakapeanutusa6135]

You can upgrade it to 2021 model without cutting anything

[@salamov963]

@@ahmadutyakapeanutusa6135 bro theres a lot difference between price of 2009 lc200 and 2021.

[@JP1050x]

200 series is a beast compared to the GX version. GX feels more car like when you drive it. LC / LX feel like a tank.

[@joeysanchez6777]

He's alive!🎉

[@dominicscalise]

I am so alive

[@BobbyNiran]

Please never delete this, This is the most relatable videos I have ever watched, I have been watching your other videos, but after getting my first car in highschool. I just appreciate my older 2005 Toyota Camry even more.

[@terrywood3883]

Hey Nick! This was fun to watch. I’m going to take at least partial credit for your driving skills since you spent so much time playing Mario Kart at my house with my son Jonathan when you were a kid !!

[@dominicscalise]

Oh my god. Terry! This made my day. Haha yes, Jonathan and I were Mario Kart fiends. I hope you and yours are doing great!

[@melfletcher2315]

The 100 series has another model that wasn't released in USA, the 105 series. There are a lot of differences between the 2, the main 1 being the 105 has a solid front axle and coil sprung, and different chassis and wheel offsets. Also the 105 only had basic petrol and diesel N/A engines. No factory turbo or V8 options. offsets.

[@dominicscalise]

Nice, I actually wasn't familiar with the 105 until your comment. Pretty rad!

[@brkbtjunkie]

Isn’t the NA diesel woefully bad on fuel and lacking in power though?

[@brkbtjunkie]

@@dominicscaliseoh that’s just the beginning. Australia has just about every numbered land cruiser you can think of, 70, 76, 79, 80, 100, 105, 120… They even get a land cruiser pickup 😅

[@corychecketts]

I’m glad I found your channel. Glad to know there are others out there who care about understated, well-built things.

[@dominicscalise]

Thanks so much, Cory!

[@jessesmithchannel]

Welcome back to the 'Tube, fella. All the classic Dominic styling in this one, including pulling the middle finger out of that split tailgate 😂

[@dominicscalise]

Thanks, Jesse! :)

[@Feast_965]

Here in the Middle East this car is worth its weight in silver , It can run forever and have ice cold A/C and insane off-road capabilities.

[@hanxor]

My brother! Glad you're back - 200 series is PERFECT for your style - I've been the caregiver of my 100 series for a few years now - changes ya!

[@dominicscalise]

Thank you! So happy to be back. Man, 100 series are so choice. Might be my favorite looking LC.

[@erich964]

This is the Lionel Messi of SUVs and vehicles. Sounds corny, but I’ll say it. This is the greatest vehicle ever made. It is the most iconic, legendary, reliable, durable, and special car in the world. That’s it there’s nothing more to it than that. One more time, Lionel, Messi and Land Cruiser , the two greatest of all time.

[@Aikynbreusov]

I think terrorist groups have known that for a very long time...... ask Hezbollah, ISIS, Taliban, al Qaeda, Hamas, etc why they only attack the USA military using the Toyota Landcruiser and Toyota Hilux truck...... so tough that the UN made it its official vehicle since the 80s..

[@borisyurinov4822]

Both are dull and boring.

[@justinmcroberts4633]

I’m a fellow 2013 owner, white with tan interior. I’ve got 185k miles on it and it runs like a dream. Nothing more than basic maintenance. I took out the third row, lifted it 2”, and have 275/75R18s on the stock wheels. Other than that, it does all its duties without fail. It’s the best daily driver I've ever owned.

[@dominicscalise]

Hell yeah. White was my first choice. That's all I'm planning on doing as well: rubber mats, delete 3rd row, and all-terrains. I've been on the fence with a small lift - how has that impacted ride quality?

[@justinmcroberts4633]

@@dominicscalise It rides a bit stiffer, but it doesnt dive on heavy braking. MPG also went down about 2 mpg.

[@miguelosterroht]

Great video! Love your sense of of humor, deserve more subs for sure. I was going to comment on your boots, and just found out you have it all in the channel, and I though it was a car channel only.

[@dominicscalise]

Thanks, Miguel! I’m a general good thing enthusiast - so if you dig those boots, I’d bet you’d like the other items on my channel. I’ve noticed these things are all strangely tied together.

[@idkwuisp7626]

if i had 3 kids and unlimited budget, a 200 series with the 5.7L would be pretty high on the list

[@dominicscalise]

They're great, man. Took me a long time to find one that had reasonable miles and wasn't priced to the moon. They are finally starting to come down.

[@nyquil762]

​@@dominicscaliseWhat year did you end up purchasing?

[@dominicscalise]

@@nyquil762 it’s a 2013. I wanted the facelift and all the other features that come with it.

[@Kin_TanTee]

Solid review. Own the same truck and continue to search for folks that enjoy it as much as I do. Built like a tank - looks like a toaster. While I appreciate the overlanding mods many do, keeping it stock obviously preserves the stealth... Love it

[@dominicscalise]

Thank you! I've been on the fence about doing ~ 2' lift + All Terrains (that's all I'd do) but I don't want to take away from the stealth/ride quality.

[@northeasternfly]

Dominic Scalise back in my feed! Love seeing that.

[@dominicscalise]

Thanks so much for the love! So happy to be back.

[@northeasternfly]

@@dominicscalisepicked up that denim rogue territory supply jacket since I’ve seen you last 😂

[@dominicscalise]

@@northeasternflyit’s so great.

[@DeBadmus]

"I wouldn't trust a pristine look... that's a psychopath" LOL, you got THAT right.

[@ckhicks]

Let’s go for a drive sometime! I wanna see this thing in action. Great work man, keep it up.

[@dominicscalise]

Deal! And thanks so much!

[@elfingord2189]

Incredibly good video and no trace of Sophomore Slump! 🍀

[@dominicscalise]

Thank you!

[@vahidhaghkhah9211]

The humor is so on point and funny. great review. hope to see you review more and more cars

[@dominicscalise]

Thanks so much!

[@martinarthur8928]

Yeah he should.... i love his humour too

[@cricket_v8]

Great review, enjoyed that. Agreed, the greatest SUV of all time. If I didn't buy my Lexus ISF and decided to go down a different route, I would've bought a Land Cruiser.

[@dominicscalise]

Thank you! I bet the ISF is a blast. Always thought those were cool.

[@stithis]

Yupp love my 2011. My daughter loves it more than our model x. Its just some comfortable and so big especially with the lift and 34" tires.

[@albertsousaiv]

Best car review I’ve seen in a while! Great job, you’ve got a sub.

[@dominicscalise]

Thanks so much! I really appreciate the love.

[@albertsousaiv]

@@dominicscaliseI got a LX570 and I agree it is a tank and a joy to drive!

[@churrinification]

Good to see you back!

[@dominicscalise]

Thank you! It's good to be back. Really missed y'all.

[@ryankyte6914]

Great review! Your style of review is a nice change from all the others

[@dominicscalise]

Thank you!

[@mpj759]

Driven a 200 series here in Australia with the 1VD motor, can easily put 1million km on it with little work required and is such a reliable motor

[@keaixiaomeinv]

The roaring 20s socialite energy is strong in this guy. What a breath of fresh air.

[@dominicscalise]

Haha Thanks, Niklas

[@laxfloop]

Great review...i like it

[@dominicscalise]

Thank you!

[@babyzette06]

I own a j200 4.5d 2014 - 100% agree with what you said. Greetings from Romania!

[@bloatedsodium7301]

Welcome back, brother! Tremendous review. Toyota, put this man in your commercials. 🍻

[@dominicscalise]

Haha thank you so much!

[@thamz916]

I'm buying mine soon here in Kenya. Can't wait.

[@byrongaray869]

It is actually desirable overseas because of its powerfull twin turbo V8 4.5L Turbo Diesel engine. Average price for that model was always around $120k USD, yet, you find it expensive for $80k, thats actually the price of the smaller PRADO, which will now be available next year as the "new Land Cruiser" in the states.

[@dominicscalise]

ok

[@misterpotato4775]

I'll not even call the Prado as the new land cruiser 😂 I'll call it the Baby LC or simply call it Prado 150 base on the model numbers

[@leowambugu3663]

CHUMA NGUMU QUALITY SERVICE AMA CHUMA YA MAANA 😍😍

[@crackintosh]

I enjoyed the transition to the front seat

[@juarezsanchez4428]

This is my favorite vehicle on the world, thanks for sharing this.

[@thekidtrey1949]

Landcruisuers are so good because the customisation is endless. My friend has a 2013 200 series with a set of drawers in the boot and a pull out kitchen top, on top of the drawers. Progaurd bull bar LED system belly plates with winch. Big batwing 270 awning with a rooftop tent. Running 33’s with a 3 inch lift. It’s an absolute beast 💪🏼

[@OGustus]

Finally!!!! Back

[@dominicscalise]

I’m BACK

[@Bassplayer2735]

ah man I love your hosting style. Everything about this video (and the Land Cruiser) is great.

[@dominicscalise]

What a nice thing to say. Thank you. I really appreciate the love.

[@mrtuli-meamenonashidengo2156]

I just bought the facelift 200 series vx-r model. Sweet ride indeed.

[@369MatteGrey]

Welcome back! I bet this big mama is thirsty ! I had the 80 series and it’s a beast. Hoping to get a LC200 too in future.

[@dominicscalise]

Thank you! It's good to be back. You got that right! In town gas mileage is laughable, but on the highway it's actually eeked out some decent MPG, at least compared to some other cars I've had. I had an 80 series too! It was a champ.

[@aaron___6014]

Ferris Bueller's Day Off. I can relate to your conclusion; I just want a stress-free auto with prestige.

[@dominicscalise]

One of my favorite movies

[@kuriakosejim8696]

Bro you’re really funny and you do a killer review!! Keep up the good work

[@dominicscalise]

Thanks for the love! I really appreciate it.

[@mikegregory8536]

So the magical KZbin algorithms brought me to you…… omg I have binge watched everything, new sub! Newsletter next.

[@dominicscalise]

Thanks so much for the love, Mike! Means a lot

[@samsimkoff4458]

Re. DVD- can't imagine you ever watching any movie other than Ferris Beuller's Day Off. Ever. Maybe Breakin'. Thanks for coming back

[@dominicscalise]

Haha I love Ferris Bueller. Thanks so much! It’s good to be back :)

[@special5934]

I can’t wait to buy a 2016+. I have an 06 100 series and it’s perfect apart from rust (AHC still works perfect even). I test drove a 200 series and it’s really just another level of comfort and capability. You are lucky to own one!

[@dominicscalise]

06/07 with AHC was what I was hunting so hard for. Grail 100 series.

[@UtuShamash]

Maybe you have driven the wrong spec non ahc 100 series. You should check out 2007 land cruiser amazon UK spec with rear infotainment and orginal headphones. It has all the bells and whistles. 98k miles for 24 grand. Its also in rare blue color.

[@special5934]

I’ve driven 06/07 with and without AHC and I certainly do prefer AHC. The ride quality certainly is good but the 200 series has other creature comforts. My biggest issue is rust, my 2006 has some rust unfortunately. Now that I’m in CA I could easily take care of it and never look back, but the appeal of a low mileage almost-new 200 series as a car for the next 20 years is too high. Also, I’m surprised to hear you say 24K for a 96K mile 2007. More like 35-40K in the US.

[@xwarped83]

I had an 05 LX470 and it was an amazing ride, smooth, quiet, super comfortable. Didn’t think it could get better then I got a 14 LX570 and it was so much better. Then we got a 17 LX but that doesn’t ride as nice as the 2014, most likely because of the bigger wheels and tires it has.

[@EDHBlvd]

Dominic is back!

[@dominicscalise]

I'm BACK. Thanks for the love :)

[@kellstat]

How long have you had it? How many miles? What did you give for it?

[@ianwoodul7732]

I really enjoyed this as an LC lX fanboy

[@jaydenjaeger4012]

this dude is gonna be pretty big in the future I'm calling it

[@dominicscalise]

Man, I’d be so pumped. Thanks for the love!

[@0payz623]

How much did you sell the G Wagen for? Also what year was that, I´m looking to buy one and cant get over how nice yours was.

[@narsireddy2379]

Love the cool vibes of your energy. Subbed!!

[@dominicscalise]

Thank you! I really appreciate your saying that. Cheers!

[@DGCastell]

I loved your review style, and yes the Land Cruiser is one of THE vehicles of all time! Subscribed without hesitation.

[@dominicscalise]

Thanks, man. I really appreciate the love!

[@MegaRafaelloco]

I love my '17 LC200 😍😍😍. Coming from a Wrangler Rubicon, it's like a night and day difference.

[@dominicscalise]

They are fantastic. I’m quite sure the final facelift version of the 200 series (yours) is going to be my next car. I just love ‘em.

[@AaronBennett90]

He’s BAAAAACK

[@dominicscalise]

IM BACK BABY

[@joserasak]

sound system not goog, did you adjust that JBL ? bose or Harman Kardon are similar to that, very good indeed. i have that in mine LC200 and comparing to Burmester on S class i dont feel the diference. the only thing that i really dont like are the brakes, very bad ( resistance and durability of pads )

[@dominicscalise]

I said it's good but lacks soul

[@joserasak]

@@dominicscalise try do adjust settings you will feel the quality

[@dominicscalise]

@@joserasak Thanks, I turned off the DSP stuff and that helped. (especially the “surround”. Sounds more natural now.

[@joserasak]

@@dominicscalise in my case i reduce midles to 50%, put bass on 90% and tweeters on 100%. Sorround on and it work very nice.

[@sceinceguy]

My 2014 Land Cruiser with 150k miles is the only used vehicle I ever had that _increased_ in value. I traded it in to a owner of a car dealership for his 2019 Land Cruiser. He wanted to turn his into a overland rig but didn't want to bang up such a nice Cruiser, so he was thrilled when I walked in asking if they wanted to do a trade in

[@dominicscalise]

Hell yeah. How do you like the 2019 compared to the 2014?

[@sceinceguy]

@@dominicscalise There really isn't that much difference other than nicer infotainment software and blind spot monitoring. They are absolute tanks, and will only get more desirable as the last of the V8 Land Cruisers

[@dominicscalise]

@@sceinceguy any difference in ride quality or is it identical?

[@sceinceguy]

​@dominicscalise I replaced the rear struts at 147k miles on the 2014 due to one of them leaking. The 2014 was a little softer, my 2019 has 78k miles and still drives like new

[@nateolson8514]

DVD: Big Lebowski… man 6:47

[@dominicscalise]

For u. Done.

[@MrBrianMandl]

You’re rocking The Little Mermaid back there for sure

[@dominicscalise]

100%

[@inputname000]

Beautiful!

[@SamuelMuyaWachira]

The best car review i have watched with the 'say it as it is.'

[@dominicscalise]

Thanks, Samuel!

[@tejas936]

awesome review man!

[@dominicscalise]

Thank you!

[@mikecude4167]

@ the 8:34 mark is the kind of guy that becomes obsessed with LCs, among other reasons…ask me how I know 😅

[@zs123459]

Gonna be traveling through Kansas City soon (in a 4runner not a Land Cruiser unfortunately) and was told Majestic was one of the best steak houses in town. Is this a IYKYK spot?

[@dominicscalise]

Oh man. I’m ashamed to say I’ve never been - it’s just never been brought up when talking places to go. I think the outside looks rad and I hear the jazz is good. But I couldn’t tell ya about the vibe or the food. Some recs (there is so much good stuff here - this list is missing a ton): - Oddly Correct for coffee - Happy Gillis or Room 39 for brunch - Nelson Atkins, our free art museum, is so good - The Campground is my usual haunt, then Lucky Boys down the street when I want to hop into a dive bar - Green Lady Lounge for jazz (love this place) - Some favorite restaurants for dinner: Grunauer, Antler Room, Campground, or Tiki Taco for something fun and easy.

[@dominicscalise]

Oh man. I’m ashamed to say I’ve never been - it’s just never been brought up when talking places to go. I think the outside looks rad and I hear the jazz is good. But I couldn’t tell ya about the vibe or the food. Some recs (there is so much good stuff here - this list is missing a ton): - Oddly Correct for coffee - Happy Gillis or Room 39 for brunch - Nelson Atkins, our free art museum, is so good - The Campground is my usual haunt, then Lucky Boys down the street when I want to hop into a dive bar - Green Lady Lounge for jazz (love this place) - Some favorite restaurants for dinner: Grunauer, Antler Room, Campground, or Tiki Taco for something fun and easy.

[@kcw9313]

2016+ 200 series is the one to have. Looks like a modernized 80.

[@dominicscalise]

I do love those. I take it you own one?

[@D69BALLS]

DVD: “The Big Lebowski” From an 80 series owner, you might not want to drop the tailgate.

[@dominicscalise]

I had an 80 series too! Do you have a tailgate story?

[@riccosmooth481]

I’ve owned a 2013 200LC and the JBL Sound System was quite impressive, not as bright as the ML from the 200LX. There’s honestly nothing better than these, no GM product, Ford, Nissan, etc.

[@dominicscalise]

A subscriber recommended that I turn off all the stereo system “enhancers” which really helped

[@daviesmwashigadi6642]

Nice classy delivery this just sold it for me

[@dominicscalise]

Thank you!

[@algreen1]

Fantastic

[@PAMT888]

Great review! Got yourself a subscriber

[@dominicscalise]

Thanks for the love! Means a lot.

[@chadnasr]

I’ve 2 of them. I love them

[@dominicscalise]

Nice, what years?

[@timd1893]

i appreciate your sense of humor very much😂

[@dominicscalise]

Thank you!

[@ZowanFayzan]

you should review cars more often

[@sulimanbabar]

What a cripsy, cruncy & nice review :)

[@dominicscalise]

Thank you!

[@dr.emilschaffhausen4683]

Losing the split tailgate and not having a split tailgate option on the new lx600 and newer Land Cruisers before they were no longer available was a terrible decision on Toyota's part in my opinion.

[@dominicscalise]

It's a crime

[@dr.emilschaffhausen4683]

@@droiddevx03 Projection

[@dr.emilschaffhausen4683]

@@droiddevx03 I have an LX570 with a split tailgate. I'm smiling.

[@luqmxnyonkou5650]

It's like I was watching John travolta describing his cheese burger, this is a very nice way of showcasing, arigato gozaimasu

[@dominicscalise]

I'm not sure if this is a compliment or not

[@luqmxnyonkou5650]

@@dominicscalise it's a great compliment if you've watched Quentin tarantino movies, they describe things in unique ways and that's what u were doing if you don't realise it, I'm amazed , and impressed, keep it up,

[@dominicscalise]

@@luqmxnyonkou5650 Thanks!

[@arifabdullah7142]

you should put the facelift bodykits

[@dominicscalise]

I’m gonna keep this one basically stock.

[@FLG8r]

it is ... own the '14 Lexus version; my forever car ...

[@erikhanna4525]

dude your my kind of humor lol! Just got a used 4runner 5th gen 4runner and feel the same way..

[@dominicscalise]

Thanks so much, Erik! I love 4runners - 5th gens look fantastic.

[@outdoorbros_]

This is the Land Cruiser review we didn’t know we needed, but here we are. Sold. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@dominicscalise]

Haha Thank you!

[@stephentaege6255]

Love my Toyota SUVs moved on to Lexus I love my extra chrome on my 6th Lexus 👍 cheers Stephen 🤠⭐🦅✌️

[@johnspeed_]

I'm selling my e92 M3 and need to upgrade to a family SUV. I'm looking at a '14 LC with 94k miles for $39K (good condition). Do you still recommend, should I pull the trigger??

[@dominicscalise]

I went from an e46 M3 -> G500 -> 2013 LC. Man, I’m over the moon with the LC. I love M3s, and BMW is so considerate with their design choices, but the 200 series Land Cruiser is capable, comfortable, and reliable. The fact that they hold their value so well means you can’t lose.

[@johnspeed_]

Random question, what car phone mount do you use?

[@hungtruong6382]

Yes

[@dominicscalise]

@@johnspeed_ I thought I answered this! I have the Peak Design car vent mount. I love it.

[@bla9803]

the flipping finger always gets me....

[@martinarthur8928]

You got my sub..... you really should think of reviewing more cars... 😊

[@dominicscalise]

Thanks, Martin!

[@franciscocabrerabrito5945]

I work in oil & gas, travel a lot and guess what is the ultimate luxury car in 75% of the world. 3/4 of the world is full of potholes and the roads are not as good as we think. Having one of these either in EU or the US is definetely having the most overengineered car in the market.

[@octodadmtbmartyrichards2862]

I’m looking at the Lexus New Zealand new model before this with out touch screen 📺 V8 4.6. Mt favourite 😍 driving dvd 📀 is cool runnings 🇯🇲

[@princekazhila2003]

SNL writers can only dream of writing the stuff you said in this video 😂😂😂😂

[@dominicscalise]

Haha thank you! I really appreciate the love.

[@jonathannguyen1844]

Return of the King

[@dominicscalise]

🙏

[@faheemabbas3965]

Why do the best cars always have to take up so much gas… I hate the reliability tax.

[@mi69ravin]

How did I just discover this guy!!

[@dominicscalise]

Haha I appreciate the love!

[@RobBright]

As soon as you flipped me off I already knew I was gonna like the video

[@dominicscalise]

Haha love that

[@beringei1013]

Smart guy 👍🏿

[@blakewhite2423]

Keep up the great videos, Ferris Bueller. Signed, A Fellow LC and Rolex Owner

[@dominicscalise]

One of my all-time favorite movies. Thanks for the love! Means a lot.

[@mrtuli-meamenonashidengo2156]

Welcome back Sir!

[@dominicscalise]

Thank you!

[@Toyota-Land-Cruiser]

Heyy that's me ! 😀

[@glengoodwin7860]

Although I’ve never over a Landcruiser, I have owned three Lexus LX’s. Currently daily driving a ‘19 LX570 and it’s just unreal. The Lexus LX is definitely one of those “ if you know you know “ type vehicles. When I tell people it’s relatively the same thing as a Landcruiser some don’t know what to say and others just don’t care 😂 Check out my ownership reviews in my channel of my lx570s.

[@dominicscalise]

Yeah basically the same thing! They are such great trucks. Can't get over how enjoyable it is to daily.

[@randokuruza]

I have a 2017 LC200 VX diesel in Brisbane, Australia. I feel like Jesus is giving be a head job every time I drive it. ❤ it.

[@tiborkurak2435]

Music is 👌👍

[@dominicscalise]

Thanks!

[@travelerearth982]

What year ?

[@dominicscalise]

Mine is a 2013

[@travelerearth982]

Looks beautiful

[@Alorio-Gori]

😂😂What was this review . I loved it !

[@dominicscalise]

Haha thank you!

[@mariumrajah]

Land Cruiser Excellent 👌