What do you guys think about the FJ Cruiser?

motrctyman · February 9th, 2006, 07:38 PM

FJ Cruiser

Fox Toyota said they should have a black one in with a stick in the middle of March for demo. They are taking orders now. Made in Japan with the 4Runners, I think.

scottie · February 9th, 2006, 10:43 PM

I like it

brimy311 · February 10th, 2006, 08:25 AM

definatly would not wheel one. But I might drive one if I had nothing better to spend money on.

Haggar · February 10th, 2006, 09:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brimy311

definatly would not wheel one. But I might drive one if I had nothing better to spend money on.

My opnion, too. But I of the firm opinion that you should build a dedicated wheeler that can bash into anything and you do care.

I know thats the opposite of your philosophy MCM, not trying to argue, just thats how I do things, so, therefore, anything like that, I look at it as on on-road vehicle.

I think it's nice, but I'd buy a new RAV4 first, 0-60 in 6.6 seconds, 269 hp, nice commuter..

motrctyman · February 10th, 2006, 10:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Haggar

I of the firm opinion that you should build a dedicated wheeler that can bash into anything and you do care.

I know thats the opposite of your philosophy MCM, not trying to argue, just thats how I do things, so, therefore, anything like that, I look at it as on on-road vehicle.

:tonka:

Are you kidding me? There isn't a straight piece of sheet metal on my rig. Both headlight bezels are barely hanging on, and I've had to replace 3 mirrors so far because I keep hitting trees with them! I love taking the ATV trail at the Mounds. However, it is still road-worthy so I can pull a utility trailer with it and take it to Home Depot for supplies. :miff:

Still, Nancy was thinking about getting rid of the Camry (her 3rd one) and I was considering the new FJ.

Haggar · February 12th, 2006, 08:32 PM

I meant my comments in terms of the FJ CRuiser. I know you've said you don't like to tow/trailer.

I drove my XJ to this trip. DIdn't realy hold back, lot of full throttle assaults, left the ground at least 3 times. Hit a stump, really messed up the front end, bent a steel wheel up bad, had a no-fun drive home 130 miles.

I need a new trailer..

motrctyman · February 13th, 2006, 11:52 AM

oh ya. I saw the vid. Looked fun. Actually, 2 weeks ago in Grayling I had the XJ 3 feet in the air on 3 consecutive bumps. I laughed my ass off! It was by accident though. Those whoop di dos are hard to see in the snow.

Bones · February 13th, 2006, 01:12 PM

i wouldn't wheel it or DD it... looks cheap, like it was sponsored by rubbermaid...

toy4x4boy · February 26th, 2006, 10:40 PM

I like it alot. Can't wait to see one in person. You know people will be sasing them in the future. Good wheelbase, good engine, and electric locker. I also like how you can get the tilt meter on the dash!

jamiesann · August 16th, 2006, 12:22 AM

i dont like the way the back 1/3 looks funky as hell and hasnt grown on me one bit. I wish they would bring the short wheel base foriegn market landcruisers here

That new fj looks like a good value for the entry price. I wouldnt wheel anythign new

i want a diesel south american (or where ever i can get one from supposedly canada also ??) 70 seried LC like this one

bogginboy · August 16th, 2006, 12:28 AM

id wheel anything!!

fr3db3ar · August 16th, 2006, 05:53 AM

I can't say that they're my favorite......and the one I saw Yellow/White paint job just didn't do it for me.

nmeinc · August 16th, 2006, 09:10 AM

I had my heart set on one and even had one on hold at a dealer, that is until i drove it.
they look great and drive really nice, but the seating and the inside is just not comfortable. also the blind spots are horrible. the veiw out the passenger front (when driving) is limited, and the rear window is only good for use with the rearview mirror.
overall I ended up with a '06 Taco DblCab for less money and the ride is similar, but much more comfortable inside.

tracker · August 17th, 2006, 03:54 PM

I like it . i would have to wait for the price to come a lil before i get one .
Toyota Owner Magazine showing bunch of them wheeling in MOAB

Mclovin · August 18th, 2006, 10:55 PM

Guy checked out from his wedding night and i talked with him for about 30 min about it.. he put some stock sized MT/R's on it and he said its the best of the box wheeler hes ever driven.. Says it put his last TJ Rubicon to shame.. (he claimed to know his off road shit and had a full tube buggy on 42's at home)
Personally i cant say much for them. i think theyre ugly as sin.. But look capable.

roll-bar Bob · August 19th, 2006, 11:27 PM

I Think They Are "cool" !!!! This Allows The Rest Of Us To Watch "cool" Rigs Like H-2 And H-3's To Get All Fucked Up When Some Jackass Trys To Wheel It Like A Real Trail Rig

Rbb

hman1991 · August 21st, 2006, 11:27 AM

there was one at silverlake this weekend. didn't see it on the hills ' so don't know how it was. i like how they look on outside, but dislike interior.

February 9th, 2006, 07:38 PM	#1
motrctyman Just The Spouse's spouse Join Date: 12-12-05 Location: Orion, MI Posts: 1,724 iTrader: (2)	What do you guys think about the FJ Cruiser? FJ Cruiser Fox Toyota said they should have a black one in with a stick in the middle of March for demo. They are taking orders now. Made in Japan with the 4Runners, I think.

February 10th, 2006, 08:25 AM	#3
brimy311 Jive Turkey Join Date: 11-05-05 Location: Kzoo, mi Posts: 2,243 iTrader: (24)	definatly would not wheel one. But I might drive one if I had nothing better to spend money on. __________________ www.jcroffroad.com

February 12th, 2006, 08:32 PM	#6
Haggar High Flush Join Date: 11-06-05 Location: Lake Orion Posts: 11,277 iTrader: (10)	I meant my comments in terms of the FJ CRuiser. I know you've said you don't like to tow/trailer. I drove my XJ to this trip. DIdn't realy hold back, lot of full throttle assaults, left the ground at least 3 times. Hit a stump, really messed up the front end, bent a steel wheel up bad, had a no-fun drive home 130 miles. I need a new trailer.. __________________ w w w . y o g i s p i g g i g . c o m

August 16th, 2006, 12:22 AM	#10
jamiesann Senior Member Join Date: 11-05-05 Location: Grosse Pointe Woods Posts: 2,888 iTrader: (0)	i dont like the way the back 1/3 looks funky as hell and hasnt grown on me one bit. I wish they would bring the short wheel base foriegn market landcruisers here That new fj looks like a good value for the entry price. I wouldnt wheel anythign new i want a diesel south american (or where ever i can get one from supposedly canada also ??) 70 seried LC like this one Last edited by jamiesann; August 16th, 2006 at 12:52 AM.

August 18th, 2006, 10:55 PM	#15
Mclovin Budget Wheelin Join Date: 11-07-05 Location: Fenton Mi Posts: 9,424 iTrader: (6)	Guy checked out from his wedding night and i talked with him for about 30 min about it.. he put some stock sized MT/R's on it and he said its the best of the box wheeler hes ever driven.. Says it put his last TJ Rubicon to shame.. (he claimed to know his off road shit and had a full tube buggy on 42's at home) Personally i cant say much for them. i think theyre ugly as sin.. But look capable. __________________ 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 Hemi 35's 1989 s10 D44's D300 38's Locked and Loaded 2000 Honda 400EX UNLIMITED OFF ROAD CENTERS 810 936 700

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February 9th, 2006, 10:43 PM	#2
scottie I have a Dirty Liberty Join Date: 11-05-05 Location: In the gh3tto of Rochester Posts: 5,172 iTrader: (0)	I like it

February 13th, 2006, 11:52 AM	#7
motrctyman Just The Spouse's spouse Join Date: 12-12-05 Location: Orion, MI Posts: 1,724 iTrader: (2)	oh ya. I saw the vid. Looked fun. Actually, 2 weeks ago in Grayling I had the XJ 3 feet in the air on 3 consecutive bumps. I laughed my ass off! It was by accident though. Those whoop di dos are hard to see in the snow.

February 26th, 2006, 10:40 PM	#9
toy4x4boy NO HABLA JEEP Join Date: 02-26-06 Location: Richland, MI Posts: 105 iTrader: (0)	I like it alot. Can't wait to see one in person. You know people will be sasing them in the future. Good wheelbase, good engine, and electric locker. I also like how you can get the tilt meter on the dash!

August 16th, 2006, 12:28 AM	#11
bogginboy Formerly: Bogginboy Join Date: 01-11-06 Location: petoskey,alpena,imlay city,essexville Posts: 3,757 iTrader: (-3)	id wheel anything!!

August 16th, 2006, 05:53 AM	#12
fr3db3ar KISS MY AVATAR Join Date: 11-06-05 Location: Holland Posts: 5,067 iTrader: (3)	I can't say that they're my favorite......and the one I saw Yellow/White paint job just didn't do it for me.

August 16th, 2006, 09:10 AM	#13
nmeinc Parts Galore Spokesmodel Join Date: 04-04-06 Location: Detriolet Posts: 565 iTrader: (6)	I had my heart set on one and even had one on hold at a dealer, that is until i drove it. they look great and drive really nice, but the seating and the inside is just not comfortable. also the blind spots are horrible. the veiw out the passenger front (when driving) is limited, and the rear window is only good for use with the rearview mirror. overall I ended up with a '06 Taco DblCab for less money and the ride is similar, but much more comfortable inside.

August 17th, 2006, 03:54 PM	#14
tracker Senior Member Join Date: 02-09-06 Location: merced ca Posts: 112 iTrader: (1)	I like it . i would have to wait for the price to come a lil before i get one . Toyota Owner Magazine showing bunch of them wheeling in MOAB

August 19th, 2006, 11:27 PM	#16
roll-bar Bob Senior Member Join Date: 01-20-06 Location: 300 BROADWAY MARINE CITY, and KZOO now Posts: 2,023 iTrader: (0)	I Think They Are "cool" !!!! This Allows The Rest Of Us To Watch "cool" Rigs Like H-2 And H-3's To Get All Fucked Up When Some Jackass Trys To Wheel It Like A Real Trail Rig Rbb

August 21st, 2006, 11:27 AM	#17
hman1991 Senior Member Join Date: 02-04-06 Location: Fennville Michigan Posts: 367 iTrader: (1)	there was one at silverlake this weekend. didn't see it on the hills ' so don't know how it was. i like how they look on outside, but dislike interior.

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