If your wife makes you sell a 60 series, she ain’t the one. I prefer the 80’s though. My favorite 4x4 of all time. They are insanely capable indestructible machines

You don't buy a 80 series for speed or economy, its because they are reliable,capable,comfortable, good looking and legendary.

I sold my triple locked 80 series about 5 years ago. The only downfall imo was the lack of power. I kick myself everyday for selling it.

These petrol 4speeds go for 4k in Australia. A turbo diesel in good condition between 20-30k because the 1hdfte is the real desirable engine down under.

I don't care what anyone says, the 80 series Land Cruiser is the best platform to make a go-anywhere, camping, off-roader out of. Just bring plenty of gas because it only gets about 15 MPG loaded down.

We live in the mountains outside of Denver and have a stock 94 with about 165k miles. Because of the low mpg (around 15) it can't be a daily driver. We use it for commuting when the snow gets deep, Costco shopping, driving around Colorado, and picking up in-laws at DIA. Ours has the cloth seats with manual controls so they are still working and in very good condition. I like it because it feels more sporty than later Land Cruisers. It isn't fast but it doesn't matter. That is part of its charm.

80 Series LC - a sledgehammer approach to a thumb tack world. My brother in law has one and I can personally attest to the accuracy of that statement!

I really like these videos of real people showing off their real vehicles. Keep them coming.

That. Is. A. Beautiful. Truck!!!! Great wrap and it’s sooo straight! I have always liked these but was deterred by the cost new. They are still quite expensive. Like Tommy says “It’s fantastic!” This guy has put it together for some decent $$$.

I absolutely love that you’re keeping the motor and interior stock. Keeps it real!

Dandy Land Cruiser,... well described, thank you Ron, and especially ( of course ) thanks to TFL and Tommy for this.

Currently have 4 LandCruisers, and a Tundra. They're the 1965 LandCruiser LV, 1967 FJ40, 1971 FJ40, and my built 1997 LX 450. All factory original. Pretty much translates into me being a Cruiser nerd. For instance, these had 215 ponies with 275 torques on the FZJ models (1993 - 1997), 155 ponies and 225 torques with the earlier FJ80 (1991 - 1992). On my Lexus LX 450 (the same as the 80 series), I blew a head gasket (which is common around 200k miles) and that ended up with a new short block from Toyota. All in all, cost more than a new base Tundra. It's triple locked from the factory, and it being the Lexus model, has all the options. They are bomb proof, no doubt. The factory bronze tinted glass is a beautiful addition to them.

Another “The beauty of Land Cruiser”.👍 My 40th Anniversary had Slee Bumpers n Sliders. I love it🙂

I have a 40th anniversary with 130k with factory lockers we've had for almost 13 years now. Its one of five of our land cruisers currently in the fleet

Love my 96. Had to give her some serious TLC when I purchased her, but dead reliable over the last 10 years.

Thanks Tommy! I absolutely loved this vid. That 80 is so perfectly put together. I see a lot for sale that are over-lifted, over-tired, and accessoried to the point they look silly. Good job at keeping it clean and useful, Sir.

Yay 80 love. Those bumpers and sliders are looking 👌.

My son and myself both had 80’s. We had so much fun with them. Unfortunately my head gasket went and possibly the head as well. At the same time my sons 80 got T boned so we did a complete heart transplant. He now has my 80 with his heart in it. I went and bought a 100 series, which goes well but, damn I miss my 80. His one is so good to drive, so much smoother than the 100 and his 6 nearly matches the power of my 8. The 80 is so easy to work on and under. I put that beast through hell and she never gave up. Buying a 4x4 was the best decision I ever made. It allowed us to have a common interest and bond even more. Camping, 4x4 ing, hunting & fishing. So many great memories and all due to buying an 80. Can’t do that with a sedan. Long live the 80.

I just started the adventure….I bought my JDM 80 series LC 2 weeks ago. It has the 1-HDT engine and is in great shape. I plan on keeping it for as long as I can.

Had my 1992 fj80 since 2013. Costed my dad 4k usd to get. It has its issues (primarily winter starts and over heating) but I love that thing more than I love most of my electronics.

Solid axles front and rear, full time 4WD, coil sprung suspension, and reliability and capbility never seen in any modern car made today. Yes, 100% 100x times it is worth it all the way. Make sure to get one that has front and rear lockers too.

Gamaviti roof rack and options look amazing. Worth looking up. Wish they existed when I owned my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ 40

1992 was a great year! These are super hard to find, there is a guy at my work that has a bone stock 92, beautiful color, and really looks taken care of

lol Got rid of my ‘14 GX460 because I drove the LX450 way more! Great video!

The nice thing about this is, the wife had a say. Respect.

IMO 80 Series is the last of proper Land Cruisers in the USA. Sadly every where else Toyota still sells proper Land Cruisers called 70 series. These was a limited run for the LC105 outside of USA where you combine 100 series creature comfort with a solid adventure base.

My family has had our 1992 FJ80 for 22 years and counting. Whenever anything else breaks down, it’s always the one that soldiers (slowly) on.

I have an 95 LC, and I’m in love with her.

Thanks Tommy, great review. Land Cruiser - my dreamboat.

Thats a very tasteful build! Congrats on an iconic vehicle.

Very nice bro! You made me consider a wrap for mine. Looks great!

this interview is funny af, the filming and everything is just comedy

Great video. The 80 was definitely a brilliantly built car. Built to last. Putting an LS doesn’t hurt either :)

These build videos are the best.

I just saw a 80 series for sale for $33,000 in stock form. Glad you got it when you did.

I'm shocked dealers are not buying old used Land Rovers and Land Cruisers doing restomods. Tuners have been on this for awhile.

Daily drive my 95 FZJ80, best vehicle I've ever owned.

I had to laugh about him throwing his wife under the bus for selling his dream car! Lol I see some serious "not now I have a headache " coming for him.

Just bought My 95 for 3400. 190.000 miles. Our daily Driver. Can't wait to get a pair of slee Bumpers!! I bought it because I have been turning wrenches for 35 years.... I drove past it for a week and decided to stop and look at it. I thought it was just an old dirty toyota. Lol..... Boy , I got lucky 👍💯

These are going for $60-80k + in the SF Bay Area right now. For a BASE model. Would love to have one but not at that price

Finally bought a bone stock 80 and am in the middle of the interior restoration now. Zero rust, zero leaks, southern vehicle (253k). It’s getting new carpet, sounds deadening, new leather. Keeping it as close to stock as possible. Will post videos on my channel.

A couple of notes. It was the last solid axle landcruiser in the US, but the subsequent 100 series was also available elsewhere with a solid axle - called the 105. One problem I see is that the aircon receiver is hanging out under the bumper. You will damage it if you use the clearance the bullbar has. You can relocate it or do what I can did - build a strong guard bolted to the chassis. As to speed, yes its happy to cruise @ 80, but have maxed mine out a few times. It gets up to 110 mph if you have enough empty straight road. But that is with an un-lifted car on standard wheels, manual transmission & part time 4x4. Maybe because its a manual I don't find towing a real problem. I tow a 3300lb trailer which is about the same width & height as the car. On normal roads I can maintain my target speed of between 60 & 70 mph. Although I have to sometimes have to drop to 4th (I live & 5700'). On mountain passes I have to row it with the gear lever, but I can stay close to the speed limit.

I have a 94 model 80 series most basic version the DX diesel 1hz with 395,000kms on her and she is the most reliable, capable and indestructible 4wd. Blows no smoke and idles like new. Amazing vehicle. Toyota's finest.

Seriously, why is it always the wives that make men sell their cars? If it wasn’t for women there wouldn’t be any used classics for sale. Classic case of “Can’t live with them, can’t live without them”

Awesome video… and im glad he bought that TLC80 and put love money and time to it… im sure it’ll last you a lifetime …. Congrats :)

18 years and 245,000 miles on my supercharged FZJ80. Lol…I remember 25 mph running the gauntlet, before adding the supercharger 10 years ago. My old 60 was not much better. It’s kinda fun passing up unsuspecting 100s in an 80 going up the pass. All said, nice build. I’m running the 1st gen Slee Short Bus and single swing out rear - with an Aussie Locker in the rear.

Killer 80! And a great story behind it. Any ideas on what suspension setup (Ron, you reading these comments?!?!)? Looked like some remote res shocks peeking out, but couldn't tell...and likely something in the 2.5" lift ballpark....anyone?

I look around at all the 4wd’s in the world and i can honestly say when i got out and see my 1990 GXL 80 series non turbo manual diesel beast in my driveway i think its the best looking 4wd ever made. It has its peculiarities but I have never been stuck, and when i go remote i always feel confident. I love mine more than life itself 😁 It’s slow, but I see that as a time to enjoy the environment around me more🥰

Old school charm!! I’m 43 w a 2006 LR3. That would be the best

It's a solid looking 80 Ron. Props

I just purchased a TRD Supercharged and Triple Locked 1997 40th Anniversary Edition Land Cruiser coming soon to my channel ;)

I think the clear lenses for the corners, and blinkers would look good, you could even add the fender lights, just my 2 cents. 🤷🏽‍♂️

Cool ride! And tasteful mods, too!

I have a 1993 4.2 diesel factory part time 4x4. I've driven it all across Australia with a 2 inch lift and 33 Mickeys its never skipped a beat just change the oil often and you're laughing.

Great vehicle and video

These things were built to last, no other car company has been able to mimic this, what an icon to the car community.

my father in law bought one from a PGA golf trainer with 105k miles, lol im not gonna say we treated it the same as the previous owner but lets say this thing has been in two accidents from driving rough. but let me say. no other car would have rode off into the sunset with the damage it had. IT IS A TANK!! 100 percent recommend! BUT get skinny AT tires for good MPG and good traction!

I love these, but yeah, the engine is down on power for pulling big things up hill, and still gets about the same mileage as I get in my 200. That said, if I ever have the chance to get the pickup version somehow (70 series?), I’d jump on it without even hesitating. Truck looks great though man.

I too wanted 35’s on my 07 FJ Cruiser. But glad I went with 33’s. Great looking rig always liked the 80 Series LC

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="32">00:32</a> "I'm still upset about it". He meant every word 😢😢

thinking to sell my bj60 ... and i know i am gonna regret it.. but i want a 80 series... lol ... Great Video!

Wet Okele seat covers also is the same. Once you order them they make them.

Got lucky and grabbed a 96 FZJ80 a year before the prices went crazy. Did some work to it and its been absolutely amazing.

Please make more 80 series videos!

Beautiful rig!

I like that flat grey color.

Ugh, I just sold my FZJ80. Had to do it to help finance the move to another state. 😔

My 80’s wheels need refurbishing. Any way to know what was used to refurbish his wheels? Paint or Plasti-Dip? If paint, I’d really like to know the brand/part number and how it’s holding up.

I prefer the v8 4runner or a gx v8. Really the only reason to get one of these is the sfa and its a cruiser.

I bought my beautiful wife 3 Land Cruisers which she loved. BJ60, HJ60, FJ80.

What's the website for the roof rack?

Yes! Next question?

I was expecting him to say. “I want a locker but my wife hasn’t allowed me to make the purchase “ she must be a pleasant woman.

Good 👍 job Tommy expressing the passion of the ride

The factory lockers blow. You have to drive snake patterns for miles to get them to engage and replacing them costs the same as new ARB air lockers. Full time locked or LSD in the back will fishtail, click and mess up handling in normal conditions, I’d air lock for sure.

I loved my '94 and totally regret selling it.

Had the LX450 (80 series) Heavy, poor gas mileage. Love my 5th gen 4runner now

Awesome machine, especially the Wrap 🙃😎👌👍🤝

I have a 96 and bought it for $1,600 almost 3 years ago at 280 K miles. Still my daily driver. I'm just wondering what is worth now.

Beautiful FJ80!

It's around USD 50K in Indonesia for a decent unmodified 80 series with low mileage. I find it quite amusing.

How much u have into it and the mileage ?

Ditch the petrol motor and put in a 1HDT on 20 pounds of boost, stick a manual gearbox into it with a VDJ79 gearbox and you will fall in love.

Moonglow Pearl. It was the color I was after.

“I went through the oil” you can tell this guy doesn’t turn a wrench ever

Nice Land Cruiser, I like the wrap. I have a 1997 Lx 450 on 33" tires with a 2 1/2" lift also, very capable vehicle. Thinking about selling it soon. What do you think it's worth?

Nice rig! Im jealous…

Wow 3,000 bucks for the wrap? Very expensive to have it done in the US… in Indonesia, for big SUV like VX80 probably its gonna cost around 1,000USD .. however, the price for a good condition 1996 VX80 is around USD30K - USD35K 😁

I have a running and driving 80 on the way to my house as we speak that I paid $3k for, so... no, not overpriced if you're patient.

Why the paint would cost so much more that fixing the body work? Shouldn’t be the the other way around?

i got a 94 triple locked 80 as my first car

The 1hdt diesel gets 10L/100kms.

Whenever people ask me about the mileage on my 2006 LC, I say I did not buy it for the mileage. 🙄

Almost 20 years of daily driven 97 close to 400,000 miles "Regular maintenance". Its ran ever trail in the west with all the goodies. I'm getting old but my cruiser is not.

Would buying a 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser 80 Series FZJ80 for $6K with 165K be a good price? Of course it needs some fixing, I’m just really new to this

Grewt built! Is there a link for this.. gamavidi.. roof rack guy?

A 2UZ swap would be perfect and a 5 Speed Auto bare min.

Four link rear end, three link front end from the factory, you can fit 35s with a mild 2-inch lift and even the "unlocked" ones will get you through most obstacles you'd find on the average trail. Where the Land Cruisers shine is how they are built. Climb under an 80 and start measuring the diameters and thicknesses of suspension components, frame, etc. and you'll begin to understand that aside from a few weaknesses that are easy to correct, there isn't much that can stop a TLC. The A44xx transmissions, while a little awkward (and a performance limiter, IMO) are built for buses and extremely stout. The 1FZ is a high revving masterpiece of an engine. There's a reason that there are 300K, 500K, and 1M mile benchmarks for these trucks. Pound for pound the 80 Series is the best 4x4 ever built.e

8-10.000 USD a paint job? is this at Rolls Royce? you get a great paintjob for around 3000-4000 USD easily.

Nice color 👍