Toyota Land Cruiser Colorado (1996 - 2002) 3.0 TD GX 3d (1999/T) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I can't afford anything newer.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
It's practical for the life it leads. And smells of wet dogs.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, although I'd be wary about heads cracking.
What are you likely to buy next?
Hilux or Ford Ranger.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£12,000
When did you buy the car?
September 2002
Did you get a good deal and why?
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
I needed something solid for the steep rocky access to my house, and something capable of towing 3 tons.
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
It drives like a big 4x4. Plenty of body roll. I'm not a driving "enthusiast" so it doesn't bother me.
What's it like to park?
Easy.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Head cracked at around 120,000 miles. £2000 to replace. Rear axle diff lock has stopped working. Steering rack leaked after 125,000 miles £500 to replace Various bushes - but that's wear and tear. It gets used hard.
What's most practical about your car?
Off road ability. Towing capacity.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Rear diff lock before it stopped working!
