I've owned several Land Cruisers in my life but never had a 100 series. I've been looking for one for a couple years but never got in a hurry so wasn't like I was real serious. I spotted one on the IH8MUD forum Saturday so I drove a couple hundred miles and picked it up. 2000 model, one owner, 200,000 miles, timing belt, water pump, shocks, brakes, and a tune up in the last 20,000 miles so should be ready to go for a while. I'm going to put some 285/75R/16's on it and some Weather Tech floor mats but that will probably be it since it's my DD. Now I have a 2003 4Runner to sale, it's on the classifieds if anyone is looking. I'm glad gas is cheaper so it won't be as painful to drive. I averaged 16.7 MPG coming back from South Carolina so not bad but going to be a lot less than my V-6 4Runner.

just curious -- what is it about the LC that the 4Runner doesn't offer?

It uses a hell of a lot more gas for one thing It's just a personal preference for me because I don't trail ride much. As far as 4x4 vs 4x4 there's not a lot of difference unless you have an FJ80 with front and rear lockers. I still have my 2003 until someone else buys it and I will always like 4Runners. Matter of fact, I just went with my son and picked up this 2004 Sport today. He is one happy camper to say the least.

Nice Cruiser.. I love my Hundy and can say that I love my Runner just as much. But to answer Amalik, the Cruisers are just so much more comfortable for long trips. Not to say the 4Runner isn't but when you have more than 2 kids, the room the Cruiser gives you is a big difference maker. Reliability and capability are pretty equal though Land Cruisers/Lexus LX 470 hold their value very well. Not to mention that they just aren't as common.

Just to list a few off the top of my head:
1. Much better interior quality and better stereo
2. Quieter, smoother, solid as hell
3. Much better under frame clearance (nothing sticks below frame level underneath)
4. More wheel travel
5. Stronger frame and axles
6. Stronger (longer lasting) ATRAC

Nothing against the 4runner because it is an excellent (class-leading) SUV, but the TLC was/is built to showcase Toyota quality and capability...4runners are built to cost.

Here is an old thread with more info: http://www.toyota-4runner.org/compar...d-cruiser.html

And the option of front and rear lockers.

TLCs are great vehicles. I think most 4runner owners wish they had a TLC at times and vice-a-versa.

I would not put lockers on the front TLC100 axle....

I'm really enjoying my 100 series LC and yes they are a well built SUV, none compare. This is my last FJ80, 1993 with front and rear lockers, even stock there wasn't many places it wouldn't go. I've had several 80's and one FJ60 and all are great off road but the fully locked 80 is by far the best. As far as comfort, the 100 is a dream to drive on long trips. Maybe in a few years I'll get to see what a 200 is like.

I thought the front diff was the weak spot and the ARB diff alleviates this? Just curious what else might be a problem?

Ugh. I was reading this today from beginning to end and I got emotionally attached to your 80! then you got rid of it. Nice 100, though. I am glad it is all you want so you don't need to do anything besides maintenance and gas


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I miss my Land Cruiser also. Getting the itch to get back in one.

Found a killer deal on another 100 series so started a new build.

The day I bought it



After adding a OME 2.5" lift and 295/75R16 Nitto TG


Now working on bumpers, sliders, and roof rack.
Mocked up bumpers


New Smittybilt X20 12k winch


Rear bumper will have dual swingouts, one with ladder and jerry can holder and other with spare tire mount.

Rear bumper will look a lot like the one I had on my 80

Got the 100 series back this week from the fabricator, really happy with the results. Now I have to hook up the winch, CB, and lights. Headed out for a long trail ride this coming week in western North Carolina.

That front bumper Looks great love how it ties into the slider like the ARB only yours looks a lot better!!!