landcruiser 96 GXL 4.2L D (not turbo)

[Wilko76]

Hi

Looking to update my old 40 series and I have located a 96 GXL in great nick. It doesn't have a turbo though with 230,000. The owner has had it serviced every 5000km.
I want to use it for towing camper trailer and general 4x4 use.

Would I miss the turbo? Do you have any feedback on this motor?

[dow50r]

Yes you will miss a turbo...but the good news is these motors love em too.
Good year model, good buy

[Wilko76]

A mate of mine suggested that if it is in great nic and i can get it at a good price then go for it. He commented that if I felt it needed a turbo then we could always fit an after market job.
Not having much to do wuth diesels buis 230,000 ok for this model? It has been servicedevery 5000km

[shanegtr]

If its been serviced every 5000, then 230,000 is no problems. I dont miss the turbo on mine unless towing

[known 2]

yep these things pull hard nat atmo but adding extractors and a 2.5i exoust and snorkel makes a good improvment.

[stinger]

Agree with above well serviced HZJ - 230K kms, no problems.

Best thing headers/extractors and exhaust, but keep the mainfold in case you add a turbo later. When adding turbos make certain you get them tuned properly otherwise you can stuff the pistons when doing contiuous hard work like towing big loads. Father tows a big caravan and has just found this out the hard way. Engine needs complete overhaul :(

[Wilko76]

Thanks. Have to wait for the dude to get back from Hols to inspect. He has 19,000 on it. Thought of offering 17,000 as a starter.
Any hard core negotiators out their to offer any advice? i know how precious people are about their 4x4. I am one myself

[dow50r]

Cobber....17k will buy you alot of 4wd. Go to ebay, and put in landcruiser....thre is a turbo diesel auto sahara starting at 17k...electric difflocks etc....its only a 93....but alot of cruiser for that price....i would prefer to pay 19k for one with alot of service records, than 12 for a dog that needs fixing....but just be aware that a 100 series gxl diesel is only 25k these days, and if you dont have a trade in, i would seriously consider going to the nearest pickles auction for a diesel 100 series....
Unlike older 4bs the 80/100 dont rust (unless they have been in a mine site) and all mechanicals are usually serviced by the gov dept every 5000kms
Andrew