100 Series Prepurchase Inspection Pointers 

Excellent walk thru. 2nd owner on a 2002 LX470 106K miles. Bought it in 2019 with 98K miles.

Awesome video guys, just now starting on the quest for a 100-series, and this rundown is gold!

Wish I was local to your shop so you could be the Indy for my LX

Giving this a like. Very thorough.

Just bought my first LC100 this week. A TX-kept 2005 1-owner with 132,000k. Did a decent pre-purchase bc of this video. Thank you!

Awesome info Keep them videos coming boss

Hi great video!

That battery terminal 👀!

Very helpful video. Just referenced this for a used lx470. Only thing I noticed was a clunk in the driveline/tranny when shifting P>D. And taking off in 1st. Any idea what that might be? Thanks!

Hi, what a great video. Where is your shop? I love to bring my 100 Seris for a checkup. I am in Colorado.

I have recently found a very cheap one, model 2000. When I change the gear from N to D or N to R, I can hear a noise from the gearbox. Is that something major? It also has some oil leak around the gearbox seals which my mechanic says that's not so expensive to change! but he may say that to make some money out of it!

I have a slight tick on cold start-up. How do I check the exhaust manifolds for cracks? Would it be on the block side or the exhaust side? And would it be a visible crack, or do I look for exhaust residue?

Can you do a prepurchase video on a 200 series please.

What lift kit can I run for 37" tires? Everyone runs the 2.5" OME lift kit for 35" tires. I actually offroad mine and want the 37" tires.

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Excellent vid but saying "uuum" 10 times within first minute and about 30-40 times in whole vid is hard work 😂

I’m about to purchase a 100 series. Thanks for making this!

Why do your videos always end with me finding myself on craigslist looking at Land Cruisers, especially 97s?

Even Land Cruisers break down. People act like these are maintenance free.

Great video. Appreciate the knowledge. Anything 100 series is great.

I just bought a 2005 Cruiser. One owner with all the dealer service records. I paid $6800 for it from the dealer. It had 351k miles but I can find nothing wrong with it. Most of the stuff you mentioned has been fixed, several times over. I'll get it on a rack soon. Most people I have talked to about it thinks I am crazy for buying a car with that many miles, but I have had a FJ60 and FJ62, so know how well built they are. What really surprises me is how reasonable and available all the little stuff is that I need for it. Except for some missing molding, it looks brand new on the outside. I've only had it a for two days now but it looks like I will be able to fix all the little issues I have found for under $500.

Why is this recommended 1week AFTER I purchased mine? Best video I've seen. Looks like I'll be doing a POST purchase inspection 🤑🙏

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My god why do I want one of these with 200 k miles.. what does it cost to really fix one up thats that rusty and needs ten things 7 grand ?

You talked me out of buying a high mileage project truck. Maybe something which has already been rebuilt. Thanks.

Great advice, I'm about to go see one from 1999 I expect A LOT of issues xD *UPDATE* 280k km - I did buy it, AHC is OK, engine, isnt leaking, transmission is shutterinig when reversing (was fine when I drove it over there), powersteering pump is lealking, the silent blocks were devastated, blown rear shocks and many many MANY other things. - including bizzare things like, rear window wiper only working when I open rear passenger door left/right. Money-pit I'D buy it again xD

Basically everything needs to be replaced lol

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An important inspection is to check it thoroughly underneath for RUST. Ideally buy from one-owner vehicles that lived in a warm (no snow/no salt) state. 2008-2011/12 200 series is a good relative bargain. The 200 series also features a more powerful V8 engine and nicer interior. 2010+ has GPS.

Great video, would be handy if you also had some sort of checklist we could take with us to inspect pre-purchase.

Checking out a 1999 LX470 this week, thanks for the information, particularly the electric brake master tip. You've detailed that better than any video I've seen so far.

I should have watched this video 2 weeks ago now it's too late

Thank YOU! - I just took a used Land Cruiser to Lexus for an inspection and found lots of issues, including frame issue that I wouldn’t of been able to (and didn’t) spot!

I first watched this video over a year ago. Finally going to look at my first 1999 LC tomorrow. This video is perfect for me (a shade tree) to use for my first look to decide if I want to have a pro look art it before I buy. Thanks so much. If I buy it I'll be watching all your videos.

Здравствуйте мне нравится ваш канал много полезного материала у меня тлк 100 правда я не говорю по английски но все понимаю супер👍

I suggest you investing in a laser pointer! Otherwise nice vide!

Thanx alot man about to look at some 100 series land cruisers this was perfect. Anything else?

Just out of interest, Do you have the 105 series LC in America? It's the 100 series body on an 80 frame and solid front axle. Comes with a 4.5 straight 6 petrol(gas for you) or diesel. I'm in Australia and have one of these 👍🏻

Thinking about buying a 100 series after I pay off my loan but paying 7-15k for a 200k mile car is somewhat putting me off

Superb! What a great education tool, thanks so much for sharing your experience.

Nothing better then a good mechanic!

All series 100 Cruiser repairs are expensive! None the less I love mine.

Looin at a single owner 1999 model with new engine and transmission, just nervous on buying a vehicle over 20ys of age.

Love your detailed videos! Could you please do a pre purchase inspection on a 4th generation 4wd v6 4runner?

Thanks for this! We don’t have much ice here, so no road salt and zero rush. This thing looks like a rust box to me!

I want a landcruiser so bad

great stuff!!!!!!!!!!! If you can record yourself working on these that would be great

2021 the year I buy my 100.

Thanks for this uhm very informative video, your tips will help me a lot next weekend, looking at a 2001 4.2 diesel. :) Wish you all the best!

The cost of these abused and rusty trucks went up 6 grand or more in the last 18 months

Great information! I'm searching for a clean '06-'07 100 series to double duty as daily driver and adventure rig. What's your opinion on mileage? Is north of 200k still a good buy?

After watching this video, I've decided to save up and spend a little bit more money to buy a newer 4Runner instead. Very informative video.

Timing belt is due every 90k/10yrs

Thanks so much for posting this. Great info, and you make it easy to understand.

Brilliant ! Recently bought a 2003 UZJ and although it is in excellent condition

Hey OTRAMM, do you know anyone in Texas (Dallas area preferably) that are as good as you are for an 80 series work, and a 100 series....?

Hi, great video, keep making video for 100 series for the sake of all subscriber who own same vehicle. Now I'm wandering where is your shop located and how much you charge for timing belt replacement including parts and labor. Thanks.

Damn I can't sell you my lx470 lol

Damn I know Land cruisers are good and all, but underneath looks complicated as hell. The more something is complicated, the more expensive it is, generally speaking. I have a 4Runner and it is way less complicated than this land cruiser. It's super reliable and relatively inexpensive to fix. I was wanting to buy a Land cruiser step up the game, but now I'm thinking not to do it. They look expensive to fix and to maintain.

Good channel! I have a 2002 LC with a torn CV boot. Has 215K miles, all Road. How do you evaluate whether the axle should be replaced as opposed to just a boot? Thanx!

I wish I knew the year and mileage. I'm awaiting the delivery of my 2006 Land Cruiser. It has 115k mileage. I bought it from a dealership 2000 miles away. Most Land Cruisers are in the mid west to east coast. Very few for sale in the northwest. Here's hoping.

Look at the bright side.it isn't an 9k repair for crap build quality LR 👌

Are all of those issues gone with the 200 series?

going to go look at a 2003 today they said it was flat towed so they removed the front CV shafts and the front drive line. So what would be damaged if it was flat towed without putting in N it drives fine with out the shafts but has to be in 4hi

Thank you very much for your superb videos. Did you ever make one how to wire a 7 way trailer hitch plug and a brake controller on 2001 LC

Wish this video was around when I bought my LX years ago. On the flip side, I’m fortunate that I was able to get Otramm to do my lift.

wish i would have done a more depth inspection on mine, previous owner painted over all the rust on the aft section undercarriage

I bought a 03 LC100 with 200k miles but I found it has no record for a timing belt replacement. No sticker too! AWFUL ME! The engine revs at about 1200 on cold start before it settles down at 800 stable after a few minutes. The head gaskets have silicone like recently sealed. Under engine is wet but with no active leaks. I'm already scared 😨. What do you think I should do first?

Very nice, which model if 100 series is good ? I can afford between 1998 to 2001

What about Diesel Land Cruiser 4.2TD 1HD-FTE ???

Got any wisdom on Spark Plugs blowing out? Our 2004 Land Cruiser just posted a P0305 code. Checked Cylinder #5 and the Spark Plug threads are stripped. I'm reading that Spark Plugs working themselves loose is an issue with 100s.

Loved this video! I'm considering a 2006. It's a California car with 200k miles. To my surprise it has a decent amount of surfaces rust on the whole of the underside and suspension components, nothing structural that I can tell though. Even in the engine bay some of the bolt heads are lightly rusted. I was a little surprised as some of the California cars are like new under there (like my 02 4Runner).... Is there a big difference in how easy these are to work on with no rust vs surface rust?

Thanks very much for putting this video together. Very helpful.

Hi. Peace to you. I am planning to lifting my 2001 cruiser 2 inches. Do I need to replace the existing front and rear sway bar links with extended heavy ones after the lift? As some people suggest. It is better to hear from a professional experienced mechanic, I believe. I appreciate your response in advance.

I don't even have a 100 series and can' afford one, watched the whole video

How u help me out to get the fixe of air conditioner for conprason

@11:00 muffler bearings are out lol

I'm looking at getting a 80 or 100 series, after watching your prepurchase videos, which in your opinion would be the more reliable as far as mechanical, considering in Australia they both have the 1FZ FE engine? Looking at suspension, brakes, body etc.. Would you recommend one over the other?

Amazing video , save thousand of dollars

Super helpful thanks

Thanks for this! What’s the best year 100 series to get?

Great vide

Awesome Video. Thanks for sharing your wisdom with us.

Thank you for posting very helpful I just bought a 2001 Lexus 470lx it jump a lot I can't go over than frothy miles I checked all the shocks no leak they very dry the hydraulic oil level it's good the accumulator dry from out said I try to bounce it up and down it's very solid and now I'm leaning to the torsion bar so any help thank you

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Great video, thanks for taking the time to share the knowledge.

Where are you located at in Virginia? I’m looking for a specialist 100 series mechanic

Surprised you didn't mention the rear main seal leak? Thanks for this you've helped a lot.

Thanks so much very helpful

Are any of these immediate no-go’s?

Thanks for sharing I’m looking in to purchasing a Lexus gx 470 2007

Thank you very informative

Really well done!! Thank you!

secondary air injection pump....

I have one with 300k miles and this was pretty accurate. I ended up replacing a pcv valve and head gaskets though... nobody seems to mention pcv valves or maintenance on them. Engine still sounds the same as it did in 1997... it's pretty crazy

What do you charge for a prepurchase inspection?

Where is your shop located in VA???

How "fixable" is a rusted front sway bar mount? Probably the biggest concern for me. Would you clean off the rust and risk having nothing left or plan on having someone weld a new one on? What would you recommend?

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