90 Series Land Cruiser Prado Buyers Guide | Common Issues and What YOU Should Look out For

Hi everyone, this is a bit of a different video. I decided to provide some information on the common issues one should look out for when buying a 90 series LandCruiser Prado. I hope you find it useful!

0:00 - Intro
3:17 Engine Bay
4:06 Suspension Bushes
5:00 Interior
5:49 Rear Door Rattle
6:19 Signs Of Abuse
7:10 Conclusions

Land Cruiser Prado 90 series Stock except tires and snorkel.

[johntidey]

Had my J90 for 19 years (1979 car) crossed the Sahara and done several off road rallys. Things that have been replaced. Drivers seat, all shocks, one spring, cylnder head, radiator, windscreen and rear window, clutch, belts. Trackrod ends, rear door seal, both front axcdls. Rear acxel welded. BEST CAR I EVER OWNED. Driven daily passes it anual test every year and starts first time.

[zubdub]

Great video! My wife and I are debating on picking up a KZJ95 turbo diesel ourselves. We love Toyota trucks, and want something we can road trip in with the kids and dogs. Actual right-side drive imports are pretty affordable here in the United States, so getting information on what to look for and where really helps us out in the buying process.

[danielostlund]

I just purchased a 90 series, even the same colour as yours. These tips were really helpful when looking for one!

[adilsalahuddin]

Loved it - thanks 👍 proud owner of a 1998 J90 V6.

[rafikmajam]

Great review You touched on all major issues grest!

[NKPGarage]

Great tips and information on what to look for when buying one of these beauties!

[acurrymuncher]

My dad has a 1998 90 series, which has the same colour except our Prado is the GXL trim level and has the petrol V6 VZJ95. Have had it for over 20 years now

[deathhamster_]

Bad injectors can also crack heads. Good idea to check when those were last replaced and consider replacing them when you buy the vehicle.

[adamabbas]

I've got a 95series Prado. Your analysis is accurate. Mine is 410000km old and has had some of the same issues. Overall though, a very reliable vehicle

[larryseaman]

Hi, I noticed that you have a snorkel fitted to the passenger left side. Where did you get it from please? Also, did you have to fit it to that side because that's where the air filter box is in the engine bay?
Do you notice any performance benefits from it? Thinking of getting one myself... I have a UK model 1KTE KZJ95.
Thanks

[anthonybaiocchi]

I've heard that that the radiator houses both the engine coolant and gearbox coolant, and after time they tend to corrode internally, which will obviously lead to engine failure if not caught in time. So replacing the radiator is a very good thing if it hasn't been done.

[derrickmurphy]

Thank you good informative video. Nice truck

[fionagardner]

I have a 1999 SWB 90 in the same green with colour coded bumpers (all one colour) 108000 miles on the clock, still has original clutch and exhaust system, apart from a battery, brake pads, normal servicing oh yes a set of tyres at sixty k, I'm the second owner, 2007 till present, use it to tow a lot, it is a fantastic vehicle to own, I also have a Subaru also a tremendous car to own, but I still find myself favoring the '' landy'', well done Toyota, do a retro and I bet you will sell thousands.

[michaelmaloney]

how many mpg would you 90 get ? how many rpms would it be at doing 65mph in 5th gear ??

[wanbee]

I have one, 2.7l petrol manual from 1997, so far no issues at all wrt engine & gearbox..all smooth...can run on highway max 160km/hr...capable for offroading as well..

[filiplesiak]

Hi! Great Video. Do you know how the A/T oil is cooled? on my happened few times to overheat transmisson on fast uphill corners

[sentfromdaniel]

Looked at one today from Japan and a hilux surf 4 cylinder. I was looking for the other style. And what you mentioned about lifting it gave me pause. But, looks like you do way more than what I’d be using it for. There are some gnarly roads in Kentucky we use to get back closer to the cliffs we climb. So clearance is a concern of mine but overall I think $11k us is a good deal for a vehicle with 77, 000 miles on it. It also had the exact same inside two tone pattern yours has. Thanks for making this video! Still not sure if I should wait or just squeeze the trigger 🤙😂
Btw, the one I am looking at is gas. I was trying to buy a diesel but they sent it off to auction after I called about it.

[benjaminjamimer]

In the UK we see a lot of rear axle issues do to corrosion. Trailing arm brackets on top of rear axle corrode and snap off and the rear diff lock housing corrodes through, causing the rear diff lock to stop working. More common to see a 90 with a broken rear diff lock than a working one here.

[michaelmaloney]

great video thank you, what country are you in ?? RHD

[SM-tofx]

Hi I currently have a 2000 model petrol and auto.
The Gauge fuse keeps blowing when changing gear from park. I can start car fine be in idle and use Aircon etc but as soon and I move the gear stick it blows it. 
I am losing the whole dash, outside blinkers and Aircon. Head lights and Breaks are still working. Any ideas if there is another fuse causing this to happen?
​​​​​​​Thanks.