Why people buy the 4X4s they do is always an interesting question. This time it’s the change from a Discovery 3 to a Landcruiser 79… What did you own before and why did you buy it?

Mar 30, 2023 · The Toyota Land Cruiser 79 Series, particularly in its single-cab pickup variant, is highly regarded for several reasons… Ruggedness and Durability – The Land Cruiser 79 Series is built to withstand harsh conditions and demanding environments.

The 79 series is one of the least capable 4x4s currently available for new purchase. Might actually be the least capable. Can be modified to be wild, but factory- very poor on tough tracks, sand and everything else.

Jul 9, 2024 · Are you searching for a rugged, reliable vehicle that can conquer any terrain? The Land Cruiser 79 Series is the ultimate off-road beast. It is known for its strength and durability. In this buyer’s guide, we dive into why this iconic car is a favourite of adventurers and professionals.

Oct 4, 2020 · It’s the Toyota LandCruiser 79 Series, in double cab format. And we’ve bought one to keep at CarAdvice. It’s in GXL spec, and graphite in colour. Graphite closely beat out the iconic Sandy Taupe colour, and the addition of locking differentials makes the GXL specification a no-brainer. Why a 70 Series?

Aug 23, 2021 · The Land Cruser 79 is perhaps best known for its capability off of the beaten path. With four-wheel drive, a selectable low-range lever, a locking rear differential and 235mm of ground clearance, the Cruiser is nearly unstoppable when going off-road.

Feb 15, 2018 · So, why would you buy a LandCruiser 79 Series? To buy an LC79 dual-cab GXL you’ll need $68,990+ORC for the vehicle, $2761 for the air-con which is ridiculous in this day and age, and anywhere between $5000 and $15,000 for the service body, as …

Feb 25, 2024 · Compared to the old $79,200 asking price for a V8-powered LandCruiser GXL Double-Cab, our tester starts from $83,500 with four-cylinder power. Spare a thought for new V8 prices, however, which have jumped up by almost $10,000 with this new facelift. A comparable V8 costs $87,600 plus on-road costs.

In today’s 4×4 market, which is full of mid-range four-wheel drives like the Ford Ranger, the 79 Series Landcruiser is one of the last heavy-duty four-wheel drives left standing. The Nissan Patrol reduced its engine capacity and their ute variant is no longer available for sale in Australia.

Conclusion of the 79 Series LandCruiser: The 79 series Landcruiser is produced mainly for mining, farming and towing purposes, however the V8 turbo diesel ute makes for the perfect base platform for the ultimate 4wd tourer, exploring vehicle or just a tough weekend warrior.