Why Toyota Land Cruiser is the Most Trusted 4x4 Ever Made

Greg - Your Car Angel - shares his thoughts on why the Toyota Land Cruiser is the ultimate and most most trusted 4x4 ever made. The FJ20, FJ40, J55, J60, J62, J80, 100 series and the 200 series is talked about in depth. Solid axles, independent suspension, FZ engines, fuel injection, leaf springs and much much more. Reliability is the big key in all Land Cruisers.
Land Rover and Range Rover were both competing 4x4's but though they were capable off roaders and overland vehicles, they had many mechanical problems when compared to the Land Cruiser.

[fingling]

Superbly done. Really enjoyed (and loving this Beethoven you wind out with... ). Our family in the 1970s used to have an International Travelall in forest green whose vibe I just loved. Of course, those where the days when no one wore seatbelts, and we kids were just hopping over into the rear area like dogs. Those older ones remind me of them, only no doubt more reliable. But I've always loved the 1991-1996 era ones for beauty.

[mkhilario]

My 80 Series is still my daily driver. It's a 5-speed manual with a 4.2 straight six turbo diesel and manual locking hubs. I am the original owner and bought it in late 1996 over 23 years ago.

[MJ-yyxl]

Greg, Thank you so much for posting this video!! My wife and I bought our 1999 Land Cruiser in 2001. At that time it had 19, 000 miles on it has 223, 000 miles on it. In the 18 years we have owned it, this 100 series Land Cruiser has only had to be in ONCE for UNSCHEDULED service. As you have stated in your true testament to the standard at which these vehicles were built to. We still own that vehicle and there is no way we would ever part with it. About a month ago I went to a local Toyota dealer to pick up 2 heater hose T fittings. On the way out, a salesman said, "Instead of fixing the Toyota you own, why don't you bring it in and let us offer you a fair price on a which I replied, "you could offer me what I paid for it in 2001, and I still would not sell it!" Thank You again for such an Awesome video! Toyota Land Cruiser, the best SUV EVER!

[TheActiveAssault]

When I see a new Land Cruiser on the road it’s the ultimate status symbol. It means someone in that family is not only wel off financially, but is intelligent as well.

When I see a Range Rover I imagine someone is doing alright, but is not car savvy at all.

[chromaticvisuelle]

Remembering the top gear episode where they couldn't destroy the Toyota Hi-Lux

[wacksjoaquin]

In Africa they have a saying, “To get into the jungle bring a Land Rover, to get out, bring a Land Cruiser.” 👌

[mohammedalmamari]

Land Rover: will get you any where you want.

Land Cruiser: will get you any where you want AND bring you back.

[payamyazdi]

My uncle in Kuwait drives A 1994 Land cruiser with over 620 000 kms on original engine and transmission.

[alroosi]

A man who own a land cruiser is a wise and intelligent man

[mohamedabadila]

Can we just agree Toyota is the best car maker ever?

[tonyg]

When i was a kid in the early 80's my dad had an fj40. It was a beast of a machine, according to my dad. I can't really remember 😊 to this day he still talks about it and wishes he never had to sell it.

[NAVE]

We love our 2005 Land cruiser! 275, 000 miles on it! My parents bought it brand new in 04, and my mom used it as her daily ever since lol. Now, my dad is gonna convert it into an overland build, so he can take it off-roading in the Mojave desert where we hunt. It’s an awesome rig, and it’s been apart of most of my childhood ! Never let us down!

[bobgunner]

Greg, I gotta say, your videos are so awesome because they are so detailed and informative. No one else on youtube goes into the depth of what generations are best for a particular make/model or what years within any given generation is the best. That is just amazing and invaluable info. I have learned so much watching your vidoes .. thanks a ton!

[rodrigocruz]

I love the fact he mentions Toyota world wide. Would have loved if he mentioned the Diesel line up as well like the 2H motor and 1HZ. FYI Land Cruiser also makes pick up.

[ioannisiordanidis]

That was truly wonderful. I own a 200 cruiser, bought from new in 2014 and plan to run it until it’s wheels come off. Which means that it will see me out. I live in the UK where we get the Diesel engines, and mine has the 1VD-FTV. An absolute joy to drive, with 650Nm from 1600rpm, turbo whistle under load (they are VG turbos) and V8 burble, it’s a beauty. I suspect it’s also totally indestructible.

I am a Toyota super fan, and this was truly a case of you preaching to the choir. As soon as I saw the title, I was like “yep, let’s settle in, this is going to be great”, especially because you are thorough and very knowledgeable.

Thank you again, that was terrific!

PS: the LS400/430 is a also contender for the best engineered and built car ever made. Truly an automotive icon. The UN should give it UNESCO world heritage status 🤭😏🤓

[scottpyykola]

Man I just got a mint 88 FJ62 that came from Cali with zero rust and low miles for stupid cheap. I am so pumped!

[dledman]

I'm glad to be alive to experience the Landcruiser 200 - it's magnificent

[FungedeBagre]

Showing those legendary cars makes you a legend.

[rakeshmathew]

This vehicle is used on the world's most harshest environment is a testament of the vehicles credentials. I hope to own one someday.
I loved the 100 series interior on the video.

[govtfunded]

Went from a 40 to a 55 to the FZJ80 and now a 200....skipped a couple icons but they're all awesome.