FJ CRUISER -5 things I didnt know before buying w 316000 miles!
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As part of my channel I buy and sell cars as a hobby and I learned a few more things about the FJ after buying it w 315300 with a 6 speed from the original owner ..I have now driven it over 1000 plus miles ..just hitting 317000 miles and I love driving it!
FJX2000 Video link below
• Which FJ Cruiser Year ...
My first video talking about the Pros and Cons
• I bought a 2007 FJ Cru...
Im in NYC and just bought a 2007 ( blue) with 230k miles for 2 grand. Car was owned by some kid who moved from Oklahoma and decide he didnt wanna drive in the city anymore. Cars engine is smooth with all that milege. Needs a serious detail cleaning and maybe new tires .. ill try to post a video
$2000? hows the frame? She be good being from Oklahoma ? Thats dirt cheap! Good job!
Wow
That's super cheap!
I have one with 235k miles and it runs flawlessly, love it.
awesome! glad to hear it!
Got an '07 with 200k. Last year, we needed to put in a new tranny, but way less than a new POS! We also have a '98 4Runner with 300k. Still going and only had to rebuild the tranny two years back.
thank you so much for covering the code for the knock sensors as well as showing video 🎉
Love the vids Mike!
Just picked up an 08 with manual transmission 147k miles. Runs strong and is clean, great vehicle. Looking forward to upgrading a few things and hitting 300k myself
Congrats on the purchase ,you will love it! Bit of a brick on the highway so it does sway a little lol..very happy for you! What color? Send a picture ..email..Mikebaldadonis@gmail.com
What a miracle that it had such a great service record and especially that the frame was in good shape! Thanks for the shoutout! Good luck with your future adventures learning the ins and outs of the FJ 🤘
I just saw your video tonight in may 2024. I own a 2007 with about 150k. I love it and will keep it a long time. My backup sensors “failed”. I replaced them at Toyota. Very great expense. They “failed” again. This time my non-toyota mechanic took them out and cleaned the sensor. It still works 5+ years later. The sensor part was a standard part for Toyota/lexus.
You have a long way to go to hit 300k! Enjoy it !
4/20/23 FJ SOLD W 320800 MILES! Great truck and will always look to buy another if I can find 1 reasonable priced!
What's the milage now 4/9/2024
@@hectorpalomar4533 no clue-sold a year ago
ahh, my first car was a 2003 RSX... loved it~ good memories. great FJ cruiser video. I dont own one, But always wanted one (and still always looking around). I currently have a 2020 Wrangler.
I am looking for a RSX not beat on ..mostly stock as it came out from the factory..I was this close to buying one..Orange ..from the original owner last year ..he held out for more money and sold it to a kid..oh well..still looking ! I had many Wranglers ,I had an old 91 for like 8 years ,love it! that was 20 years ago..But I did have a newer one and I really like how they got bigger/more roomie inside and was more fun to drive vs older styles ..best thing is top comes off! FJ Cruiser was fun ,but huge gas pig(only bad thing I can say-crazy reliable ) Now if they made with a removable top.......thanks for the comment! Good luck w the Wrangler!..
Cool song at the shop scenes🤘
Thanks..The shop has 2 main songs I use ...It keeps it simple ..shorter clips get 1 song and another song for longer clips ,like in this video..thanks for the comment!
The backup camera in the mirror works well enough, and been trouble free on my 2012 - which got me thinking, you learn fast enough that it is easier to back in a parking spot, than back out in traffic
thanks for the comment!
Going to say the same thing, it gets a lot of hate but I think it works pretty good.
The backup camera is garbage...compared to contemporary vehicles. But it is quite helpful considering the blind spots to the rear. I use it daily and it works.
I have a 2013 with 100K miles and last year bought a 2nd with 255K miles. Good to hear they are good for much more than these milage numbers. Don't plan to sell any of them.
sold mine w 321000! Not after 7 months how many miles are on it now
I bought a ‘12 FJ in November w/only 169k miles. I love it so far!
Glad to hear it,I love mine more and more as I drive it ...Gas is going down in price lately so that helps! thanks for the comment!
PS: I also have considered buying an FJ before buying my Infiniti, but the gas guzzling scared me off (not that my 2011 FX is frugal, but still manageable). Best wishes from Montreal, Canada & please keep up the great work!
Fj is about 12-13 L/100km
Also, just has to change the driver side seat belt. The part is a pain to find, but if you are a DIY type very able to do. A gent in AZ has a good video on this.
I've been searching for months for a decent 3rd gen 4runner. Interesting times! Timmy C Arizona
I had a 2001 0r a 02 4runner loaded up..same issue with frames ..I had to do rust repair in a few spots..Guy in Maine bought from me about 3 years ago and still has it! Sold it w 232000 miles
149k FJ owner here. I’ve gotta tend to frame rust soon, I live in the Rust Belt as well
low miles ! Enjoy it...yeah the rust on these can rough! Hopefully not too bad!
When I updated my stereo system I replaced the rear camera with a better one and set it up so it's on the big touch screen on my stereo. It comes on when you backup, but I have a switch to turn it on for a rear view mirror. No More blind spots
Thanks for the comment! You must love it?
@@BaldadonisMike2021 cruising through the snow rides so smooth, and I can see the traffic ahead over the other cars.
@@BaldadonisMike2021when I upgraded my head unit, I found a company that makes an adapter. So it's just plug and play, no splicing. So it uses the OEM mirror camera for the mirror and deck. You can turn off the mirror and it provides a better signal. Works fine, and can send a picture of how it looks and the harness info if interested.
@@pcoc8694 thats great to know! I did sell the truck a few months ago but will keep that in mind when I buy another FJ!
Great job Mike and congrats on the new purchase! That clucth replacement at 300k miles is VERY impressive...I have have a MK6 Golf TDI with 174k miles (281k km) and I thought that was impressive, so now I know it is not...Hope I push it to 200k miles (321k km)
Doing highway commuting ,no issues with longevity .. city driving only that is a different story for sure...thanks for the comment!
Here I am Looking at getting an Fj after having a Catastrophic fuel pump Failure On My VW TDI 9grand Fix
@@V8vortec98 prices are all over the map..hope you find one in your budget 👍
I’ve seen FJ’s with 578k miles
I don't know if you know this but the frame and drivetrain is the same on the Toyota 4 Runner, just a little longer in wheelbase and overall length. The 4 Runner is lighter and more aerodynamic so it gets a lot better fuel mileage.
@@tophatvideosinc.5858 I said the 4RUNNER had a longer frame.
I have a 1007 FJ with 300 k miles. I recently had to get a new transmission. Other than that......a alternator. Ive changed the and a tune up
automatic transmission ? How long have you owned it?
@@BaldadonisMike2021 6 years. It had 140 when I bought it. Nothing had been done to it except o changes. It's doing great now once again. Not a minor problem , but I never considered getting rid of it. Not even for a minute.
@@davidarwood6264 crazy! love it
thank you for shared ,,,, Which engine oil brand do you recommend for the 2007 fj cruzer? Thanks
its been awhile since I sold my FJ so I dont recall what I used but it was whatever Toyota called for ...but change the oil on these every 3000 miles thats what keeps them going ..clean oil
I bought a 2007 Toyota fj cruiser 2 years ago with 241,000 with 6 speed I installed a new transmission because third gear had issues, I installed a Magnuson supercharger, lots of power now ,I installed a 6inch lift with 35x12.50x18 tires rims and arb front bumper and expedition one dual swings out , I exchanged my steering wheel to a racing wheel that looks oem but much thicker wheel , I plan to upgrade rear end to 489 gears , I also had knock sensor, I took off intake manifold cut the tube support found a nest of from a mouse or something clean it found wiring harness chew or broken wire now that fix only issue I have had from day one is vsc / trac control off I can't seem to figure out what causes this , these lights was on when I bought this vehicle 2 years later its driving me nuts that I can't solve this problem, I love this Toyota fj cruiser of my many vehicles I own I have 8 I just bought a 2017 Mercedes-benz sprinter 3.0 I plan to build out it has 300k on mileage still runs good and quite diesel the main reason I bought the Toyota was the 6 speed manual for me I love changing my gears over automatic, manual transmission are going away now its a up charge when buying new unbelievable don't know why today people attitude towards self driving cars and electric cars I enjoy working on my vehicle doing upgrades and knowing your vehicle today's repair shops are expensive my other favorite vehicle that can drive you nuts is my 2007 land rover lr3 and intelligent vehicle that will drive you nuts over simple issues what I have learned about this vehicle always disconnect the battery before working on it I swap out all new air suspension now the vehicle has a suspension fault how crazy is this now height sensor has failed wow
Thanks for the great comment! The FJ sounds amazing! Pls send me pictures! Mikebaldadonis@gmail.com
I have an 07 standard that had those dash lights on for a year. I changed the front right wheel speed sensor and they went out!
Hope you start treating some of the rust on the bottom. I have a 2007 FJ with 147K on it. Just curious has the alternator been changed? They seem to like to give up around 145K. I just had mine changed in Colorado after it gave up the ghost on a trail at 12,950 feet up in the mountains. GOOD TIMES!
Yeah I going to do a video showing the frame being oiled! I have to search the 3 inch pile of paperwork to see if the alternator was replaced ..but at 317000 if its original thats crazy ..How did you get back down ..thats a long walk to a parts store lol ..thanks for the comment!
@@BaldadonisMike2021 we finished the run on battery and swapped batteries with another fj until it was charged back up. We drove about 35 miles back to Ouray on battery and one of the Colorado FJ guys went to Durango to pick up a new alternator and we installed it the next day.
Best vehicle I’ve ever had, but you must stay on top of the rusting. My undercarriage rusted to no ends! Other than that, runs great and no problems. Excellent in the snow, fun to drive!
Miles? You still have it?
@@BaldadonisMike2021, 98,000 mile. I no longer have it. It was a 2007, bought it brand new. The rusting was so bad, I had to get rid of it. It was unsafe to drive. One mechanic told me your going to be driving down to highway and fall out. That’s how bad the rusting was. No problems with the engine or anything else, just rusting. Every other vehicle I ever had, I got rid of because engine problems. This is the first time I got rid of a vehicle because of rusting. Yes it was that bad!
wow.....@@ooops8200
Awesome I just got a 2007 Toyota fj for $2000 because its got a cracked windshield . No rust Florida car ! 128k
$2000??????????? Ship it up to me in NH LOL
Another couple hundred thousand miles and she'll spin a bearing. Great trucks
Maybe....maybe not ! lol..
@BaldadonisMike2021 unfortunately, my toyota trucks don't last long enough to wear through their crank bearings. I live in Ontario. I oil spray meticulously, but they just rot. 😔🍻
Im in New England...We feel your pain! @@shornandkenny
Our 2007 FJ, 297K on original clutch. Just hit 405K, Then hit ICE. Trying to fight insurance to not total my beloved car.
405000? That amazing ! Sad to hear it was damaged ,you can always buy it back it they total it and repair it, where is the damage?
I just got an 07 with 65k miles. Was stored inside and washed multiple times a week
AWESOME!
When those knock sensors fail, omg, peeps freak out, took me 14 mos to find someone willing!!!
14 months?
Appreciate this video because i just went and looked at a 07 fj cruiser yesterday with 122,800 miles at a big dealership. They want 16,988$ plus tax and tags 18,988$ out the door. Think that's to much to pay? The dealership was not willing to negotiate 😂or knock anything off price so i walked out. I will say that fj was in great shape and drove great. Seems they are extremely hard to find now and expensive!!!
Dealerships suck..Find a private owner! Low miles will always demand top dollar! But..its ok to buy w higher miles as you can see..You ll find one..but are you financing ? That old might have higher interest rates..$2000 for fees???? FUCK THEM!
Also there are plenty for sale in my area..so not sure where you are located that they are hard to find
@BaldadonisMike2021 💯 agreed bro! Yea I have been on the lookout for either a fj, 4 runner , or a Lexus gx470 or gx460. And I have been combing the fb market place as well as local dealers. I was shocked to find that one I went and looked at yesterday. It was in great shape but the dealership would not play ball at all!!! Pissed me off and I walked 🚶♀️ 😒 out. I was gonna write a check and pay cash. I told the salesman if they knock off a grand I would drive it home today. I'm down here in Maryland and after the tax tags and title I was going to be right under 19grand lol. I said fuk u and got up walked 🚶♂️ out and still haven't heard from the dealership today lol haha
@@survivethrive2468 I think you would enjoy the suv it is fun..but..Lexus suv's has more options with the leather and build quality ..thats a tough choice lol..both are terrible on fuel...lol I almost bought 470 few months ago but couldn't make the dealt needed a few things ..beware of the radio not working on those as the amp is under the drivers seat and get ruined from weather ..rain/snow etc that is able to get in for those few seconds over the years and get corroded..just beware of that ..thats all..
@BaldadonisMike2021 right on man! 💯 thanks 😊 dude!
I’ve been shopping for an FJ cruiser now too. I had one back in 2010 and I miss it. How bad is the gas mileage on these? I’m planning on commuting with me
15 mpg - Otherwise I love it! but sold it over a year ago..so the miles have maybe 10000 more ..331000 ish!
Mike how many cars can you buy and sell in NH? I’m in Mass and can’t do much. Just wondering if you needed license etc?
My cars are registered in my name and I use them..Titles take 2 months for the most part since Covid ...I did the same when I lived in Mass but its been awhile so Im not sure whats up Mass now..as you know ,must people will sell car w open title if owners let them..I wont buy a car like that myself ..I like buying from owners that actually like taking care of their cars ..I ll spend the extra money buying a nicer car
@@BaldadonisMike2021 👍wasn’t sure what was the limit? I watch Flying Wheels KZhead channel out of Danville, NH and the owner Craig has a program on how to get your dealers license etc
@@MrSizewise are you getting a license ?
Londonderry ...My friend Dave sometimes goes there ..nothing good comes from there lol..My other dealership friends in Salem use to go there years ago when it was kinda decent..But online auctions seem to be worse as Dave has gotten real problematic cars..and fights for returning them or getting some money back depending on issue..Thats why I buy from owners ..At least I know where the cars come from and if and what repairs where done already and its nice talking to them but auction is much cheaper and faster but more risk as you know..I have dealers calling me all the time w lowball offers..If they can get from auction for that then why bother me..lol Buy one at the auction ..I deleted your last response by accident as I was type and tried to send but deleted ..sorry!
@@BaldadonisMike2021 yeah the actions are definitely dumping grounds for dealerships. They usually reset all the warning lights and issues before it runs through. Online, FB Marketplace and Craigslist is the way to go for the most part. I was looking at a used Mini Cooper for my daughter’s first car. I researched and found they are made by BMW and have expensive repairs. If I ever was to purchase I would have your bud in Hudson NH check it out. He seems like a nice guy who wouldn’t charge for unnecessary repairs etc. We leased a new FJ back in 2010 I think that was the year. Was definitely the best 4x4 we have ever owned in the snow! It was the TRD with the nubby tires which helped a lot
2007 Black 373k and somebody just hit me in the front passenger wheel pushing it back and in making it unable to drive other than parking it. Insurance is totaling it out! But In sure it can be fixed. But if course because of age and mileage they don't want to fix it. But I love my truck! 😔
That sucks about the accident! Sorry to hear that,re you going to buy it back and fix it of its far gone? 373000 Miles LOVE IT!
I've put a few of those back on the roads and trails. Post a quick, but comprehensive vid of the damage and I can make you an offer.
@@nobodynoone2500Thanks but Way too late, it's gone and was put up for auction. It's not even on the auction site anymore 😔
I am looking at a 2008 FJ with 400.000 km on it. Would 400.000 km be too many km? The car is in good conditions
If it was well maintained then yes!
Do you still own it? I also live about 30 miles north of Boston, if its ever available id love to have a look.
its on craigslist
how much did you buy it for
Looking to buy one now I’m 10 minutes south of Boston, something just feels odd to me as a mechanic spending 10K for a suv with 200K+ miles on it, but I want a 6 speed and the prices are all over the place. Some with 265K for 10095, some with 140K for 12995 so it’s a strange market.
Yeah prices are everywhere! Find the best 1 that someone is willing to let go at a decent price! Let me know what you end up getting! Im from Everett by the way!
Hey I just picked up an 08 6 speed voodoo blue with 207K on it for 9K. No rust, frame and paint are great! Had a transfer case done by Toyota last year. One owner with window sticker still. It’s got a rattle until I press on clutch. I’m assuming the throw out bearing is gone which sucks because the clutch itself feels great. So I’m looking into my options before I tear the transmission down.
This man sounds like New England
I've heard the manuals get worse mpg than the automatics. I'm not sure by how much though.
2 mpg..Is what I heard
It’s full time AWD
How much did u pay for that and how many more miles can you put on it how long will it last
Paid $7200..I put new tires /oil the frame/2 oil changes I think, gas gap..and way to much fuel!!!! lol..it will go for very long time...it will last as long as it is maintained ...you see old hot rods from the 60s-70s that people will always love their vehicles and work on them..thiis is no different..people love them.I sold it last Spring for $8000..I got my money back and drove it for 6 months or so...
@@BaldadonisMike2021 appreciate the reply glad u had fun with it I want to buy one under 180k miles but you got me wanting to save money and get a higher mileage one really wanting to ship to africa roads there are rough and they have a lot of parts there for this car would u suggest mayb 200k miles wan int to drive it for awhile 5k miles a year
As long as it was taken care of ,thats extreme heat right? Im sure oil changes must be more frequent ? Listen ..I was able to get on it with zero hesitation ...great motors!@@Landcruiser252
@@BaldadonisMike2021 105 degrees everyday but got a 400 mile beach to cool down nearby thx for the advise
I have a 2007 fj cruiser that has 419,657 miles still runs great trying to fix my air conditioning the compressor just stop working
That's amazing ! I love it...were are you from ? What part of the country? Rust /rust free? Auto/6 speed? thanks for the comment!
@BaldadonisMike2021 houma louisiana it's automatic no rust i bought the truck it has 319 thousands miles but the guy took care of it big time, he only drove it maybe highway miles for work
@@Timmybenoit5086 Thanks for reaching out from Louisiana !
@@Timmybenoit5086 What does fuel cost down there? Last year I was paying $4:50 a gallon of Premium ...I put in Reg for awhile until the prices came down
@BaldadonisMike2021 2.75 a gallon for regular right after hurricane ida it was stupid high but finally it went back down. At first I didn't like how the fj looked but once I drove it I like it
how much did you pick it up for?
I paid more then I should have... But it was well maintained .....check out my previous video it with Ken the owner ..whatever it needed was done..thanks for the comment
is your engine , differential , catalytics are still alive ?
Sold it last Spring and as far as I know yes.
What kind of rims?
Toyota RTD ,look great on the FJ
300k on a clutch? I am straddling the fence between impressed and skeptical. I want to just be impressed but damn!
yes sir! Did video w original owner and he talked all about..he drove it all highway in NH -Maine for work -sales
I’m a 2007 FJ with over 200k. I bet you didn’t know it takes premium as recommended by Toyota.
Yes I did..I did another video few days ago..and thats included..today Im getting the frame undercoated so that video will be up in next few days..but thank you for the comment and info !
Does it make the mileage last longer?
@@debronsmedley931 I live in the east coast at sea lvl. I know the car says to use premium, I feed mine with regular gas without knocking issues or performance sacrifice (talking about mundane work commute). Now, when I plan a trip to a mud pit or to any off road adventure I change the fuel to premium. I do this because I know I will be putting a lot of load on the engine components. Now in regards fuel economy: I could not say, because I never put premium on work days and will definitely never use regular gas for adventure. I barely do 220 miles from full to empty, so if you have yours you can make a comparison. One note on that, my FJ consumed way more gas if I cruise above 65 mph. It loved 55-65. Anything below or above and the mpg gets affected.
You can run regular 87
Nice video. Does anyone know how to turn the rear differential off as I do absolutely no off roading.
Its rear wheel drive.. but ...6 speed manual is in 4x4 at all times ..automatic you can leave in rear wheel or go into 4 x4
@BaldadonisMike2021 - so it will continue to flash a red message if I leave in rear wheel or 4x4? Or will it disappear? I do have a automatic.
@@godsangel2429 Be honest I dont know..I only had the 6 speed w constant 4x4 ..Go to a FJ Forum chat group and should be more helpful ..keep me posted on that though .
Hit the diff button on the dash, or see a mechanic. Sounds like your elocker is stuck on. You should understand how a car works before you drive it.
Originally battery 15 years? Bruv..
No real electrics just power windows/locks..
I would fluid film or wool wax that FJ
separate video on it......thanks for the comment
@@BaldadonisMike2021 I’m looking and thinking a 4 runner is a better value. Do any 4 runners have crawl control?
@@TheRoman1 4 runners won't go up in value vs the FJ..But the 4runner is more practical for sure w full 4 doors ..I really like the new 4runners in looks w the nice interior ..seems more luxury based for most people ..
You have soo much to learn
Why do you buy cars with so many miles?
Shows people NOT TO BE AFRAID of cars with high miles if taken care of..and I purposely bought this FJ cause it was a 1 owner w all service history and Toyota engines for the most part are crazy reliable
Oil change montage…
Oil changes on an fj r so easy. Why take it to a shop?
couldn`t watch the music was horrible
next Time I ll reach out to you to see what music you like and play it. Oh whats your KZhead channel so I can see your videos and make stupid comments
When you are looking to buy a used car +/- 15 years old and with 315k+ miles and you are expecting a pristine car because it said so in the ad. You sound like the type a guy who wants to sit on the front row and expecting to pay a penny for it.
I think it sounds like he is expecting people to say what they mean, and mean what they say. Imagine that.
dude your north shore accent is worse than mine, and mines pretty bad...
In what way? I think living away from Everett the past 20 years its water down ! Every time I see my friends it goes back to be Boston talk lol
No way I sound like Mark Wahlberg in the Ted movie! lol
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