Should I get rid of my 80 series for a Hi Lux
Submitted: Friday, Apr 25, 2008 at 13:45
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Cruiser 2091
I've had my 1996 model petrol 80 series since new. Serviced every 5000 Klms,never off road or on
the beach but has towed a 21 ft van for 17000 Klms of it's current 250000Ks.
Fearing the Cruiser is getting long in the tooth I have considered a new Hi Lux Workmate with the intention of fitting a canopy on the tray for camping.
After a
test drive I found that apart from having no Kls on the clock the Hi Lux is quite a step backwards.
So should I go new or keep the Cruiser??? If I were to keep the cruiser I woud fit it up with some draws, a bed and annex.
Reply By: gmac - Friday, Apr 25, 2008 at 16:38
Friday, Apr 25, 2008 at 16:38
I have a 06 hilux 4x4 diesel tray back fitted with a D.p. chip .I tow a new Nova semi off road van weighing 1970 kgs empty and stow about 400kgs of gear in the back of the ute.The diesel pulls the van with relative ease paricuarely through hills.I have owned 80 and 75 series and whist superior of road they dont pull as
well.Obviously to replace your 80 series with something similar you wuold have to purchase a 200 which are now out of most peoples reach.Maybe a second hand turbo 100 series although they are also expensive.I have fitted a canopy dual batteries and 130 litre tank.If you are going to
camp in the back you coulnt get any thing much better for the money and I can guarantee far better fuel economy.Just completed a trip from W.A. to N.S.W. and very happy with the Hi Lux. Hope this helps.
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Reply By: westozal - Friday, Apr 25, 2008 at 18:18
Friday, Apr 25, 2008 at 18:18
Hi,
I've just sold my own immaculate pet/gas auto 1996 GXL 80 series to a mate as I to wanted to update.
Worst thing I ever did i'm beginning to think, very hard to find anything in its category at a reasonable price to replace my 80 for something similar.
So my advice is unless you can go for a replacement of what you had like for like your going to be sorely dissappointed.That will lead to a feeling of dissatisfaction with whatever you buy if your perception is that you have stepped backwards.
You have already admitted as much in your thread.
Good luck
Alan.
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Reply By: Member - Shane D (QLD) - Friday, Apr 25, 2008 at 20:01
Friday, Apr 25, 2008 at 20:01
KEEP IT!!!
If it's doing everything you ask and has no real problems (apart from fuel economy) why get rid of it.
There are heaps of exchange/recon items out there if you are worried about significant component failure that will cost heaps less than the Hilux, and proberbly get you another 250k.
If you felt it's a backward step after one
test drive, why continue considering
Shane
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Reply By: Cruiser 2091 - Friday, Apr 25, 2008 at 21:04
Friday, Apr 25, 2008 at 21:04
Thanks to everyone who has replied to my post. It's good to get your opinions and it was heartening that no one said my Cruiser was at or past it's normal life expectancy.
It was pointed out to me that I really don't need a 4WD and I knew that when I brought this one, however I've had Cruisers since 1975 and it was not possible to change the habit.
I don't consider Cruisers to be as expensive to maintain as the average family car.Other than the normal things like lubricants, plugs, brake pads etc the only repairs
mine has needed has been a new radiator and reconditioning of the starter motor.
Once again thanks for the input, you have confirmed my thoughts that I should keep it. Cruiser.
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Follow Up By: madfisher - Friday, Apr 25, 2008 at 21:52
Friday, Apr 25, 2008 at 21:52
The drive train on 8os are usually good for at lest 400000 to 500000ks. The bodies on most toyotas are still tight at 200000ks.
Cheers Pete
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Follow Up By: Waynepd (NSW) - Saturday, Apr 26, 2008 at 08:39
Saturday, Apr 26, 2008 at 08:39
Cruiser,
The big Diesels are just getting warmed up at 250,000 k's my '98 Nissan is 337,000 k's old and still chugging along happily albeit with some minor overheating issues.
Your real decision is whether you need the 4wd to tow on highways or if a smaller cheaper-to-run 2wd is the smarter move. That is your call depending on your ability to afford it and/or your willingness to change.
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