1991 land cruiser, is it worth it?

[pacific365]

Hey! I just saw this awesome land cruiser rolling arround my town the other day and i was just wondering what you thought of it. Seems like it may be a little bit more than what i need at the moment. follow the link and let me know what you think of it!! Thanks!!

http://victoria.kijiji.ca/c-cars-ve...r-1991-Toyota-Land-Cruiser-W0QQAdIdZ155500816

 

[lowenbrau]

FJ80s routinely sell for $2500 just south of you. That leaves a bunch of cash for the upgrades. I don't see $10000 worth from the photos and description but I haven't priced Corbeau seats lately. If the upgrades that have been done are attractive to you go test drive it. The 3FE is known to be a bit short on power in an 80 but drive it yourself to see what you think.

 

[adventureduo]

I agree with Lowenbrau.

Wholy drawer system batman! Are they planning on hauling dead bodies?

 

[timbercruiser]

If it is more than you need, then buy a stocker for lower price and add your own stuff.

 

[ryguy]

I like the propane conversion tho

 

[redthies]

Divorce sale? Not to be one to capitalize on someone elses pain, but if you like the truck, offer $10,000 and leave your number when he says no. You might just get a call! If you don't mind the right hand drive thing, Tyee Imports up in the Comox area usually has JDM turbo diesel 80s for not a lot more.

 

[mountainpete]

It's a nice truck but gas 80's located in Candad are overpriced in my opinion. As mentioned above, I would cross the border, buy an unmolested version and then upgrade yourself.

Pete

 

[pacific365]

Thanks for all the good info guys!

 

[Life_in_4Lo]

I think the key issue is that it's a 91. Although fine, the best ones to get are 94-97. 1FZ engine, full float rear, etc
It's got some really nice upgrades and mods though. He's probably adding his emotion and sweat equity into the price but unfortunately, I feel it's overpriced too.
Although a clean looking truck.

If I had the choice, being in Canada, I think you really should go for a diesel 80. I would!!

 

[Ducks]

I agree with Lowenbrau.

Wholy drawer system batman! Are they planning on hauling dead bodies?

:Wow1::yikes::REOutShootinghunter

 

[EXP-T100]

It an "80 expo hearse" :sombrero:
not worth 12k its a 91 and it a gaser. I would come south
here is some in my area with about the same mileage.

http://denver.craigslist.org/ctd/1392069732.html
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/1362759476.html
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/1361477573.html

 

[SAR_Squid79]

If your drawer system consists of a single drawer that is as big as your entire cargo compartment - doesn't that defeat the purpose of having a drawer system?

As already stated, $12K is too much for a 3FE truck. They are dogs! If it was a 94 - 97, and you were specifically looking to build an 80 - then maybe. You probably couldn't buy a clean 80, and add all those mods yourself for much less than 12K.

 

[Hltoppr]

Wow...I thought for $12K it was a diesel....

Personally, I wouldn't pay more than $3500 for a 3FE FJ80 unless it was already set up...then maybe add 1-2K to the price.

-H-

 

[Mr. Leary]

I bought my '92 for $650. The engine was in peices in the back.... but everything else was intact..... boils down to...

Too much money.... I wouldn't!

 

[Pskhaat]

Any LC80/J8 of any year is slow. 3F-E is a fantastic engine and arguably better engine for the bush. If anyone is concerned between 3F-E or 1FZ-FE on highway power, they're looking at the wrong platform, these things just weren't designed for modern highway speeds, nor should they have been.