Which is the best 80 series Landcruiser?

Find a factory turbo thats after around 96. Early ones had engine problems. Look out for noisy gearboxes, steering pump leaks and the front and back wheel bearings. Make sure you check its 4wd operation in forward and reverse modes, including full lock turns. The clutches tended to shudder when cold. If its had a roof rack on it, beware of cracks in the C pillar.

have a look through here LCOOL 80 Series Technical

the best 80 series is a 4.2 diesel gq patrol.
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92/93 GXL factory turbo diesel with with auto g/box , dont worry too much about the "big end bearing problems " was a small % of total 90 to 92 that had dodgy bigend bearings fitted , you would have to be extremely unlucky to find any 80 series that still has the problem not rectified ,,

If you are looking for the BEST 80 series you would be looking for a Multi Valve turbo motor... I think they are a 96 /97 motor and are a top motor.. I have the 1HDT which is the earlier model factory turbo diesel and even though it is a pretty good motor I would love to have a multi valve... As said don't worry about the big end bearing too much as they would have definitely been changed out by now and if you are concerned it will cost about $400 retail to have them done again after you buy it..

I wouldn't buy an 80 that is pre Sept 92 as they are do not have the 16 inch wheels so they have smaller brakes etc and a few other things not really worth mentioning.. Brakes are a big thing though!

You will have to decide also if you want the constant 4x4 that the GXL etc have or go with a DX or standard that are part time 4x4... both have the advantages and disadvantages...

As with any fourbie the condition of the vehicle is just as important as the year of manufacture but if you are buying a diesel the motor SHOULD be good for 400K plus before even looking like having work done on it.. and if it is non turbo a heap more than that again..

Hope that helps.

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The best 80 series?, one that has had regular services & has not been abused, everything else is personal preference.....

The best 80 series diesel is a 4.5 litre petrol.

You're all comedians; mine is the best 80series.

thanks for advice guys. i think i might keep an eye out for a good 1HZ or factory turbo. sounds to me like the early 80s are a pretty solid bit of gear, provided been looked after.

now i just have to trade the jackaroo LOL