1983 Toyota Landcruiser FJ60 from North America - Comments

Well, I bought the car used from an unscrupulous car dealer.

So, it had a poorly rebuilt engine which just died. I'm in the process of having it replaced as we speak.

Other than replacing and repairing parts that were neglected by the previous owner, it's been really reliable.

You don't drive this truck for performance, handling, or comfort. You drive it BECAUSE IT IS A LAND CRUISER!

This is one of the best vehicles ever made. Maintain it and the average engine will last well over 250-300K miles UNTOUCHED! Some even go as high as 500K without even a rebuild.

Plenty of room to haul all the gear you would ever need, and still cruise down the road in style.

However, you do pay for this truck at the pump. Average MPG of cruisers from 1957 to present is around 14-15!

I couldn't agree with you more... I own a '81 FJ60 and it runs well except the "fuel loading schedule" which is very tight... mine "drinks" 1 litre for riding 4 kilometers...

My '83 fj60 gets 19m.p.g. highway and 12 m.p.g. in low -range on unimproved logging trails.

I own a 1893 FJ60 engine Land Cruiser, acquired at 165,000kms. Needed minor repairs as change of oil seals and rear shock-absorbers when acquired, but for the past several months, I get impressed by its performance month after month.

After completion of an 15-18 day tour trek in the rough terrains of Ethiopia, all I seem to do these days is change the engine oil at 3000Kms on the average, check the shock absorbers, do minor engine servicing-all this thanks to its sturdy structure. You would be surprised at its sturdy appearance as well performance. Typically meant for hardship and successfully winning every time.

Some might see its fuel consumption as a setback, but then again considering its performance, I would say it is tolerable or probably insignificant.

I would definitely buy another eighty's model Land Cruiser than a brand new one at a price much higher.

Osman A. / Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

I purchased a 1984 FJ60 about two months ago and after the initial repair to pass smog (blown intake gasket) it has run OK. I have had a bit of frustration with the LC or the mechanic who worked on it and I am not sure which is to blame. I have had a string of things go wrong and they almost seem linked to the visits to the mechanic. One week after the gasket was replaced the power steering pump went out, two week, the A/C quit working (another thing the mechanic worked on) and now the wiper switch makes a strange noise and it has developed a exhaust leak.

I am in the process of fixing it all myself to ensure it is done and nothing else goes out.

I enjoy the LC and would recomend one to a buyer.

I purchased my 83 FJ60 3 yrs ago. Initially I had to invest a bit of money on work done to both the transmission and the engine since, unfortunately, the previous owner was a little unkind to the car. The body and interior were in great shape though and the mileage was low so I figured it would be worth the initial investment and was I ever right! This has been the best car I have ever owned. With just regular maintenance I know this car will last me a long time not to mention it looks great. I have owned other Toyotas in the past and was happy with them, but I have certainly become a Landcruiser aficionado since I purchased this one and I wouldn't consider buying anything else in the future.

I had a 1984 FJ60 with 150K on it for three weeks when a kid who had his license for a week run in to me and it was gone. I looked for two years and found 1985 with 103K and I am still driving it. I love the way it handles in the snow packed roads of Colorado or running 80mph on I-25. It is a great vehicle to have as a second car. Fuel efficient car being the first one. FJ60's do not ask for much, once in a while oil change, and check the gear fluids and that is it.

Pueblo Colorado.

I, m only 17 years old and mosted 17 year olds buy fast litte fords or holden,s and killing them or some one else. but my dads land cruisers all I want to drive. so I'm going to buy it its so bloody strong and bossy on and off the road it might only top out at 130km in 10 minutes, but I don, t want it for speed I want it for cruising + it das sick drifin off road.