A change of pace for Chris!

[cshontz]

This FJ Cruiser isn't mine - I was taking pictures the freshly installed ARB bull bar for work. However, I've been looking forward to poking and prodding an FJ Cruiser, and this was a great opportunity.

I've been a Jeeper all of my life. Its a brand preference based on familiarity, not loyalty. I love and respect all platforms suitable for overland travel. The FJ Cruiser won my heart due to its daring, utilitarian design.

Although I spent very little time in the vehicle, poor rear visibility was the only readily apparent shortcoming - although the large sideview mirrors would compensate for this to some extent. A minor hindrance, but I doubt it'd be enough to prevent me from enjoying the vehicle.

I like it alot, and it'd probably be on my short list if I was in the market.

 

[Grim Reaper]

We will get you converted yet!

I was sort of disappointed in the FJ when I finally got to sit in one. The blind spots being the biggest reason. Just general poor visibility all the way around. You sit to low in it in relation to the hood. My 88 Suburban has less blind spots. The other disappointment was you cannot get the 6 speed without full time 4wd. If I break front driveline I want to be able to pull the front shaft and drive it without having to lock the transfer case.

It would solve my rear seat access issue without going to a large 4 door but the 80's are now on the cheap used and the newer V8 80 can handle my camper so it may end up replacing the Burb and Accord and be the wifes DD. The saving in insurance and registration getting rid of 2 and replacing with one would about cover the gas penalty of the 80. As bad of MPG it gets its still a lot better then the 454 Burb gets in the city (8-90)

I still like it and maybe one day I will have one. General ergonomics are pretty good. Great gadget factor and the inverter is nice. It would make a nice Expo vehicle I think once you get use to the blind spots.

 

[articulate]

This FJ Cruiser isn't mine

Oh man...My stomach dropped! You got me. I was thinking, "Yeah dude! Chris got an FJ!"

The boy who cried wolf . . . ever hear of him? I think they kicked his ass after he did that too many times. . .