Why You Shouldn’t Buy a Used Toyota Land Cruiser 200
- January 11, 2023
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“Kruzak” is known for its reliability and driving performance. But it has weaknesses and shortcomings, because there are no ideal cars. And now, in an era of general
“Kruzak” is known for its reliability and driving performance. But it has weaknesses and shortcomings, because there are no ideal cars. And now, in an era of general price increases, these shortcomings threaten the owner with a loss of money. About what to pay attention to when choosing an experienced “frame”, says the portal “AvtoVzglyad”.
Production of Toyota Land Cruiser 200 started in September 2007 and in 2012 it was restyled. Now there are many such machines on the market, and the “prices” vary greatly. Let’s see what “sores” hides the legendary Japanese car.
It is immediately disappointing that the frame starts to rust quickly (especially on specimens that do not have special plugs), so anti-corrosion treatment is required. The body is also prone to corrosion, with red spots in several places: on the underside of the doors and on the sills. And the chrome on the grille and tailgate peels off quickly. Often the insulation in the area of the wheel arches also peels off, so it must be updated.
The diesel engine suffers from increased oil hunger and after 80,000 km the viscous clutch starts to whistle. Do not neglect cleaning fuel injectors, because Russian “solar energy” quickly leaves carbon deposits and deposits. Also, the “moidodyr” is needed for the EGR valve, since the soot accumulated in it causes the power unit to work intermittently.
A gasoline engine with a timing belt drive does not cause any special problems. But in the city, fuel consumption can reach 20 liters per 100 kilometers. Many do not like this appetite.
We also note that the Kruzak turbine control units are hidden in the right wheel arch, behind the fender liner, in which the engineers have made large ventilation “gills”. Therefore, the wiring cannot withstand our salty winters. Devices have to be moved to the engine compartment and this will be expensive.
Requires special attention and hydraulic suspension. The fastest level sensors break down, the replacement of which can cost up to 30,000 rubles. The KDSS roll prevention system also causes problems. If you do not update the fluid in the hydraulic cylinders, they will begin to leak. The disease is “treated” only by replacing parts. Now for all the work you have to pay about 100,000 rubles.
In a conventional “hodovka”, after 60,000 km, the bushings and struts of the rear stabilizer bar are replaced. And at 80,000 km, the front wheel bearings often begin to buzz.
The resource of the “machine” depends on how the car was driven. If it was often driven through ruts, after 50,000 km there will be jerks when shifting gears. Therefore, every 40,000 km it is necessary to change the working fluid, filter and pan gasket.
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Production of Toyota Land Cruiser 200 started in September 2007 and in 2012 it was restyled. Now there are many such machines on the market, and the “prices” vary greatly. Let’s see what “sores” hides the legendary Japanese car.
It is immediately disappointing that the frame starts to rust quickly (especially on specimens that do not have special plugs), so anti-corrosion treatment is required. The body is also prone to corrosion, with red spots in several places: on the underside of the doors and on the sills. And the chrome on the grille and tailgate peels off quickly. Often the insulation in the area of the wheel arches also peels off, so it must be updated.
The diesel engine suffers from increased oil hunger and after 80,000 km the viscous clutch starts to whistle. Do not neglect cleaning fuel injectors, because Russian “solar energy” quickly leaves carbon deposits and deposits. Also, the “moidodyr” is needed for the EGR valve, since the soot accumulated in it causes the power unit to work intermittently.
A gasoline engine with a timing belt drive does not cause any special problems. But in the city, fuel consumption can reach 20 liters per 100 kilometers. Many do not like this appetite.
We also note that the Kruzak turbine control units are hidden in the right wheel arch, behind the fender liner, in which the engineers have made large ventilation “gills”. Therefore, the wiring cannot withstand our salty winters. Devices have to be moved to the engine compartment and this will be expensive.
Requires special attention and hydraulic suspension. The fastest level sensors break down, the replacement of which can cost up to 30,000 rubles. The KDSS roll prevention system also causes problems. If you do not update the fluid in the hydraulic cylinders, they will begin to leak. The disease is “treated” only by replacing parts. Now for all the work you have to pay about 100,000 rubles.
In a conventional “hodovka”, after 60,000 km, the bushings and struts of the rear stabilizer bar are replaced. And at 80,000 km, the front wheel bearings often begin to buzz.
The resource of the “machine” depends on how the car was driven. If it was often driven through ruts, after 50,000 km there will be jerks when shifting gears. Therefore, every 40,000 km it is necessary to change the working fluid, filter and pan gasket.
Source: Avto Vzglyad
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