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Toyota Land Cruiser Prices Paid and Buying Experience

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#41 of 90 Discounted Land Cruiser by dds872

Jan 21, 2007 (10:21 pm)

Recently my wife and I rented a 2006 Jeep Commander for a four day trip to Detroit from PA. We had test drove a Limited with a Hemi when they first came out but the high gas prices and poor mileage scared us away. However after this trip and the feeling of safety a 5 thousand pound vehicle can provide we are rethinking our purchase. So we started to cross shop the Land Cruiser with the Commander and came across a Land Cruiser brand new loaded with Nav,back up camera and rear entertainment system for $56 and some change from $66. I thought that was dam good for a Toyota product. I remember before the gas prices my father wanted to purchase a LC and they wouldn’t budge. However 56 g’s is a little steep. Although we loved the LC , we felt that the Commander matched it option for option, pound for pound both vehicles have excellent off road capabilities drive similar on road and we could get it with a Hemi for thousands less. So I am going to pursue the heavily discounted Commander. There are a few 06’s left out there that I checked out and the dealer was willing to give 12 g’s off , I felt like I was being held captive, they didn’t want to let me leave the dealer ship. Well I hope that this info helps anyone who is looking for a LC and doesn’t overpay knowing that it too is being heavily discounted.

#42 of 90 Re: Discounted Land Cruiser [dds872] by bdb888

Feb 05, 2007 (11:09 am)

Replying to: dds872 (Jan 21, 2007 10:21 pm)
My wife and I had a similar experience. We started looking at Seqouias back in August, too big for us. Ignored the TLC because pricing was out of sight....in December the dealer called us because they were offering heavy discounts. We ended up buying a 2006 dealer demo TLC with 6,000 miles on it for $54K. We LOVE this vehicle, yes it's expensive and hard on gas, but no worries in the snow and the ride is great. Typical toyota quality and reliability - they have been building the LC for many years and have a vehicle that is tough to beat. Have not had much luck with american products, reliability, quality and resale have not matched Toytotas in my opinion.

#43 of 90 Re: Discounted Land Cruiser [bdb888] by mdsd

Feb 05, 2007 (8:23 pm)

Replying to: bdb888 (Feb 05, 2007 11:09 am)
all i can say is that if you had the money, you will not settle for a commander, period !!!
 
and no, commander is nothing compared to the TLC...TLC is the best in the world....and commander is U.S. made vehicle...its the worst

#44 of 90 Re: Discounted Land Cruiser [bdb888] by hypnosis44

Feb 06, 2007 (12:46 am)

Replying to: bdb888 (Feb 05, 2007 11:09 am)
Their is no real comparison that will hold over time between the TLC and the Commander. I will soon be in the process of buying a used LX 470 (Lexus version of the TLC) for the same money that I could buy any number of new SUV's for - I simply can not afford a new 470. When all things are considered, particularly safety and reliability, as well as bells and whistles, The used 470 wins out. The used 470 seems a far better choice than any of the new ones for the same money.
 
That being said, if you have already bought the Commander I wish you the very best with it and please keep us informed - I would live to see an American vehicle make a come back after all of these years.
 
Best, Phil

#45 of 90 1999 TLC with 89K - how much?? by jclansburgh

Feb 09, 2007 (11:55 am)

I'm looking at buying a 99 Land Cruiser with 89,000 miles on it for $14K - is this a good deal. I've had it checked out and it's in good condition mechanically, some minor bumps and bruises cosmetically, but I think it will be dependable for years to come. Any thoughts or advice?? Thanks.

#46 of 90 Good deal...but maybe not... by pjc1

Feb 25, 2007 (7:43 pm)

Purchased a TLC two months ago for a deep discount...$10K off sticker....but now I know why...this is the vehicle that "time forgot"...my God for a $54K "luxury" SUV the thing has less and more antiquated features than my wife's Sienna van...for example you can't turn on all the interior lights at the same time...isn't this a basic feature? dependability, comfort and solid build - yes but not much more. Maybe they are just trying to unload the remaing production year or years of this dinosaur and move on to something more 1990's ish.

#47 of 90 Re: Good deal...but maybe not... [pjc1] by dds872

Feb 26, 2007 (7:34 pm)

Replying to: pjc1 (Feb 25, 2007 7:43 pm)
It's funny that you don't waste any time in pointing out the shortcomings of your $54,000- I certainly wouldn't turn my head up at a Land Cruiser, for me in my opinion the closest thing that I could find to one with the same options,bulk solid ride a comparable fit and finish at a much lower price was the Jeep Commander. I have to tell you I really loved driving this vehicle on my 4 day jaunt to Detroit. I am still holding out to purchase a Overland model. But they aren't discounting them right now as much as I would like. One last thing your right about the LC there are spy shots on several different sites right now of the upcoming LC.

#48 of 90 Re: Good deal...but maybe not... [dds872] by pjc1

Feb 28, 2007 (8:18 am)

Replying to: dds872 (Feb 26, 2007 7:34 pm)
I always like to be truthful about my experiences...and attempt to keep opinion out of it if I can. On its surface the LC is an icon to the average SUV shopper...great reliability but it comes at a cost of even minimal luxury...you can be blinded by the aura and history of the car when you test drive it but when it sits in your garage the "plastic" shows right through...you can't miss it....get the commander, save the money and drive happy every day.

#49 of 90 Re: Good deal...but maybe not... [pjc1] by dds872

Feb 28, 2007 (7:38 pm)

Replying to: pjc1 (Feb 28, 2007 8:18 am)
Thanks ! Honesty is always appreciated.....

#50 of 90 Re: Good deal...but maybe not... [pjc1] by jamesbass1

Mar 01, 2007 (9:19 am)

Replying to: pjc1 (Feb 28, 2007 8:18 am)
Your "attempt to keep opinion out of it" has failed as all I read from your post is nothing but "opinion". I'm not sure what special gizmos you find lacking in the Land Cruiser, but even though I don't own one, this SUV is loaded & has everything I would ever want or need in a vehicle. What's even more important is the build quality & its reliability history, which the Chrysler Jeep brand has never provided...IMHO.

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