Desertdude
Expedition Leader
Had a chance to check one out in person with a buddy of mine down in Scottsdale AZ - I was presently surprise with how nice it felt to sit inside and how well it is built - I still want one just 'cause
FJ Cruiser
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I went to an auto show here in Knoxville this weekend and saw the FJ for the first time in person. I know I may piss a lot of people off here, but I absolutely dont like them. The interior looks like it came out of a toy Tonka truck, especially each end of the dashboard. I think it is a cool concept, but I also think the rig needs work. Plus, it sits pretty low. However, I do like the sliders and the front grill, but I dont think the grill works with the rest of the truck. Plus, its kinda plasticky (sp). Again, cool idea tho.
FJ Offroad Pics
They're so ugly, yet I still like them so much.
And a link to a few more:
http://community.webshots.com/photo/549352167/2918665160040663965bRbTbG
They're so ugly, yet I still like them so much.
And a link to a few more:
http://community.webshots.com/photo/549352167/2918665160040663965bRbTbG
The Swiss
Expedition Leader
Thanks Aaron, I will take some lessons on how to post pics and I will do so.
Guys, call me crazy, but yesterday evening, I was missing my Grand Cherokee more than I was actually excited about the new FJ. The Grand has been such a great, reliable companion the last five years, the FJ will have big shoes to fill.
Right now, after all the personality (rattle, clunks and body roll) the Grand had developped, the FJ almost appears boringly quiet; the vehicle appears to be extremely well built. Everything is solid and has a nice, heavy feel. And the V6 and autotranny are a delight, so smooth with ample power from low rpm. I still take it extremely easy on the engine, never reved it over 2,500 rpm yet
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Certain things, mainly in the interior, take some time to get used to or make at first sight no sense.
- One power outlet? You guys have to be kidding!
- No reading/map lights in the front.
- My wife noticed that the vanity mirror (important!) is microscopic.
- Just a cubby hole, no cubby box; where to put the CDs, change etc. without that the vehicle looks messy?
- Why did Toyota did not make a storage compartment under the trunk floor, like what the Xterra has? All the space behind the rear axle between the frame rales is wasted. I hope I can find an auxiliary tank or something to take advantage of all that space (19 gallons is not exactly huge for the main fuel tank).
I guess, after 5 years and 120,000 miles, it takes some time to adjust to a new vehicle...
Guys, call me crazy, but yesterday evening, I was missing my Grand Cherokee more than I was actually excited about the new FJ. The Grand has been such a great, reliable companion the last five years, the FJ will have big shoes to fill.
Right now, after all the personality (rattle, clunks and body roll) the Grand had developped, the FJ almost appears boringly quiet; the vehicle appears to be extremely well built. Everything is solid and has a nice, heavy feel. And the V6 and autotranny are a delight, so smooth with ample power from low rpm. I still take it extremely easy on the engine, never reved it over 2,500 rpm yet
.Certain things, mainly in the interior, take some time to get used to or make at first sight no sense.
- One power outlet? You guys have to be kidding!
- No reading/map lights in the front.
- My wife noticed that the vanity mirror (important!) is microscopic.
- Just a cubby hole, no cubby box; where to put the CDs, change etc. without that the vehicle looks messy?
- Why did Toyota did not make a storage compartment under the trunk floor, like what the Xterra has? All the space behind the rear axle between the frame rales is wasted. I hope I can find an auxiliary tank or something to take advantage of all that space (19 gallons is not exactly huge for the main fuel tank).
I guess, after 5 years and 120,000 miles, it takes some time to adjust to a new vehicle...
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Scott Brady
Founder
Michael,
Yeah, I think you are just getting used to the new vehicle. I had to do the same going from the Discovery II to the Tacoma.
I think the hardest thing to get used to with the Toyota's are their sterile nature (FJ40 withstanding). Quiet, insulating, smooth, reserved styling etc. But, as with all things that work really well, you grow fond and attached. Like a yellow lab, they become a trusted companion.
Yeah, I think you are just getting used to the new vehicle. I had to do the same going from the Discovery II to the Tacoma.
I think the hardest thing to get used to with the Toyota's are their sterile nature (FJ40 withstanding). Quiet, insulating, smooth, reserved styling etc. But, as with all things that work really well, you grow fond and attached. Like a yellow lab, they become a trusted companion.
Hltoppr
El Gringo Spectacular!
I just made a big mistake....
I went out and test drove an FJ, Voodoo Blue, Auto, rear locker....love the thing...scared the salesman on some hills we run our SAR 4WD course on....did I mention I love the thing?
I think my FJ80 will be in the For Sale section very soon..... :box:
-H-
I went out and test drove an FJ, Voodoo Blue, Auto, rear locker....love the thing...scared the salesman on some hills we run our SAR 4WD course on....did I mention I love the thing?
I think my FJ80 will be in the For Sale section very soon.....
:box: -H-
Desertdude
Expedition Leader
Bravo! :clapsmile Which color are you thinking of?
the cherry is starting to grow on me a bit :Wow1:
the cherry is starting to grow on me a bit :Wow1:
Scott Brady
Founder
:smileeek:
Too bad your FJ80 isnt white
Oh, and I had a guy with a new yellow FJ pull up besides me on the freeway yesterday. Full off-road gear with sliders, etc. The thing was already dirty, so I gave him the :victory:
Too bad your FJ80 isnt white
Oh, and I had a guy with a new yellow FJ pull up besides me on the freeway yesterday. Full off-road gear with sliders, etc. The thing was already dirty, so I gave him the :victory:
The Swiss
Expedition Leader
I unluckily don't think this will happen too soon; too many people measure the "fuel milage" of their vehicles on how much money it takes them to fill up the tank. How many miles they actually can drive with one tank they leave out of the equation.asteffes said:
BTW, my FJ is growing on me FAST
Just picked up some ply wood this afternoon to start building a false floor, some storage space etc. ... One week and 500 miles of completely stock is enough; time to start personalizing :archaeolo