Hilux - how much is too many k's?
Submitted: Wednesday, Nov 17, 2004 at 12:47
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Following the birth of our first child, my 1998 3.0L single cab has to go. I am sorry to see it leave as it has been super reliable and has not let me down mechanically at all. We are working on a limited budget and don't have the cash for a 1998 or newer diesel dual cab.
Anyway.... I have managed to track a 1989 dual cab Hilux with the following:
2.8 diesel
320 000 kms
'new' DTS Turbo (< 10k ago)
'new' Reco gearbox (less than 1 month old)
Front and rear bullbar
canopy
snorkel
'new' 31" AT's (<10k)
reco diff
Koni shockers
1 year rego.
twine shower
dual battery solenoid
He is asking $14k.
The rig looks great and is cosmetically in good order. My only concerns are the high milage and age of the vehicle. Apparently the oil has been regularly changed (every 5k). So forumites, is this a good deal. Is he asking too much for the age and high milage of the vehicle. Your advice would be most appreciated.
Best regards,
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Reply By: flappan - Wednesday, Nov 17, 2004 at 13:16
Wednesday, Nov 17, 2004 at 13:16
My view is , the price is too high.
2ndly , K's are relative. On a diesel , the K's are less relevant as long as its been serviced correctly , however , other things wear out (gearbox diffs etc). It would seem though , these may have been changed.
Fitting a Turbo is NOT a great idea , unless the Motor is in good condition. As it was fitted not so long ago . . . he should have no trouble telling you who did it , and talk to them.
If it was professionally fitted , and motor was checked out before install , not a big deal.
If it was a backyard install , I would be walking away.
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Reply By: Howard T - Wednesday, Nov 17, 2004 at 14:03
Wednesday, Nov 17, 2004 at 14:03
Hi Bogged Again
In April last year, I purchased from a dealer a 97 Dual Cab Hi lux 2.8 diesel for $18k.
Had 125000 k on the clock, canopy, extractors,Bullbar and CD. Dual Battery cost me $200.
Turbo would be nice but not necessary.
Check the Red Book on the net.
Regards
HowardT
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Reply By: Voxson (Adelaide) - Wednesday, Nov 17, 2004 at 14:11
Wednesday, Nov 17, 2004 at 14:11
Way too high...Could not even consider it.....I only paid 15 for
mine and will sell it for prob 14 when the time comes later this year... 120k on the clock... So look a bit more... Plenty of good buys around the place,...
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Reply By: Mad Dog (Victoria) - Wednesday, Nov 17, 2004 at 14:39
Wednesday, Nov 17, 2004 at 14:39
Yeah way high but some dealers price the turbos like that and will continue to do so when suckers pay the crazy price, and they do.
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Reply By: Member - Crazie (VIC) - Wednesday, Nov 17, 2004 at 14:52
Wednesday, Nov 17, 2004 at 14:52
Hi Bogged Again
Sorry to say it, but it sounds too high. Sounds like they are trying to get you to pay for all of the accessories that have been fitted to re-coup some of the $$ spent. In the end it is a 15 year old 4wd with 320k's on the clock. around $14-$15K should expect to something like 1993 - 1994 with less or around 200kms.
Godd luck mate
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Reply By: Member - Chris M (QLD) - Wednesday, Nov 17, 2004 at 15:14
Wednesday, Nov 17, 2004 at 15:14
TOYOTA LANDCRUISER DIESEL 80 SERIES 6 seater wagon, 1991 model. Airconditioning, power-steer, flaires, Sunraysias, dual tanks, dual batteries, dual spares. HD
suspension, bullbar, towbar, sidesteps etc. Absolute Pristine Condition. -$14950 Victoria Point
Found this in trading post...lots out there mate, even if you have to travel to another state!
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Reply By: Member - Collyn R (WA) - Wednesday, Nov 17, 2004 at 18:54
Wednesday, Nov 17, 2004 at 18:54
Bogged again
Sounds way too high - and need to ask why selling so soon after fitting the turbo.
I'd be very wary of any diesel that's done that number of km. The HiLux donk has a very good reputation for long life - but they cost a packet to rebuild.
I'd be loooking for a 1996-1998 2.8 litre. You should get a good one for about $14,000 - $16,000.
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Reply By: nomad - Wednesday, Nov 17, 2004 at 22:23
Wednesday, Nov 17, 2004 at 22:23
yep, way to high, my sister just bought a 97 patrol 160000 km from a dealer in nambour qld.for $16.000, had all the usual accessories, even factory turbo.
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Reply By: rlbrooks - Thursday, Nov 18, 2004 at 00:17
Thursday, Nov 18, 2004 at 00:17
Redbook quotes a price of between $7000 - $9600 for private sale. Add a couple of grand for the accessories and you are still paying way too much.
Brooksy
www.40series.com
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Reply By: tour boy - Thursday, Nov 18, 2004 at 07:59
Thursday, Nov 18, 2004 at 07:59
Way too much for the hilux. If you do buy a 2.8 no matter what the k's, CHANGE THE BEARINGS it is cheaper than rooting the crank..common problem.
I just picked up a 1996 80series converted to a dual cab, 50mm body lift 3'
suspension lift all GXL goodies winch bar etc for $17,500 with 181000km.
CYA
Tour Boy
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Follow Up By: Davoe - Thursday, Nov 18, 2004 at 15:24
Thursday, Nov 18, 2004 at 15:24
$17500 for an ex miner - hope you checked it out real
well
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Follow Up By: tour boy - Thursday, Nov 18, 2004 at 20:25
Thursday, Nov 18, 2004 at 20:25
Sorry forgot to add... has been privately owned since new and I know 99% of its history Definately not a mines truck
Tour Boy
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Reply By: Bogged Again - Thursday, Nov 18, 2004 at 11:01
Thursday, Nov 18, 2004 at 11:01
Thanks for the advice gang. I see that the general consensus is that he is asking way too many $ for the rig, despite the add-ons.
I also got the feeling that he was trying to recoup some of the dollars he had pumped into the unit i.e. turbo, reco gbox, hd clutch etc. My thoughts are that the seller is worried of his financial committment from these mods, and doesn't to sell the car at too much of a loss.
If he won't budge on price i.e. ~$11k mark, then I'll walk.
Best regards and thanks for your advice.
Bogged Again.
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Follow Up By: floyd - Thursday, Nov 18, 2004 at 11:39
Thursday, Nov 18, 2004 at 11:39
Whats wrong with the 98 model? Why sell?
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Follow Up By: floyd - Thursday, Nov 18, 2004 at 11:41
Thursday, Nov 18, 2004 at 11:41
sorry missed that it was a single cab. I had a baby
seat in my single cab. You just get this little thingy that attaches behind the
seat. Only problem is that it puts the adult passenger in the middle. Not good if you have bucket seats. I had a bench and we could do it.
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