Not that any of you care...but I am putting some serious thought into picking up a new FJ Cruiser when they come out this spring. $25k is the edge of what I can afford...but I bet I could still make Moab and the Rubicon this year. After all...what's the point of buying a new truck if I can't use it to put you all in your place?

Not that any of you care...but I am putting some serious thought into picking up a new FJ Cruiser when they come out this spring. $25k is the edge of what I can afford...but I bet I could still make Moab and the Rubicon this year. After all...what's the point of buying a new truck if I can't use it to put you all in your place?

I don't know if I'd use >, but theres a real good chance that it will be a great truck. When I got my H3 I was coming from a 4Runner, which was a great truck for what it was.

My short list was the H3 and the FJ. The things that killed the FJ were:

Only 2 primary doors (no good for an adult w/kids)
and
Not Available yet...

You're young and don't have kids (AFAIK) so 2 doors won't be an issue, and you've got the time to wait, which I didn't.

My guess is that if you want one you better get in line soon, there may be a wait list.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Ipedog:

Only 2 primary doors (no good for an adult w/kids)
</div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Shaggy just needs a 3 inch crack to slide in.

Very Cool Shaggy, if not the FJ anything to get you up LB.

I went down to the stealership last night. They said they have 17 people on the list, but that they expect to get a lot more than that. Also, I am not really looking to grab one from the first shipment. If I have to wait a month or 2...oh well.

Probably won't have it in time for Moab. I really need to sell my 240sx first for the down payment, but I don't want to do that until I see one in person to make sure I really want it. Which would leave about 2 weeks to sell the car, and buy the FJ in order to get it to Moab.

A used CJ, YJ, Rubi would be cool 2.

Don't want a Jeep. Jeepers are weird. Would rather keep the s10 then get a Jeep.

Stock should be 32" BFG AT's I thought...right?

I have owned many yotas and have liked them all. The only problem I have with the new FJ is that it looks like an blown up version of the minicooper.

I think that the FJ would make one hell of a dive vehicle though.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by h2co-pilot:
Shaggy just needs a 3 inch crack to slide in.... </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Lets keep Shaggy's lack of female interaction out of this.

Since when is Shaggy allowed to start threads?

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Adam in CO:
Since when is Shaggy allowed to start threads? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>I am just wondering how long it takes before my thread gets moved or deleted by the the little punk ass moderator (not Jason...the other one).

Shaggy will finally have his own fourm to belong to
http://www.fjcruiserforums.com/

And Wooho it comes with a built in "Inclinometer"
http://www.carbuyersnotebook.com/arc...usier_--_w.htm

I can see it now this bubble of a car with a 6 inch lift & 37 inch tires, quite a sight

best of luck with the purchase shaggster

265/70/17 is 31.6 inches. Most 32's are about the same from what I remember. Also, I will be going from open diff's with 31's, to 1 locker and 1 limited slip with 32's (about). I think I should be good for a while.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by ShaggyZr2:
After all...what's the point of buying a new truck if I can't use it to put you all in your place? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

With the HUGE overhangs front & back, you're going to have your work cut out for you trying to put us in our places.

Aww, come on. I was compairing it to an H2...why'd it have to get moved?

Has a better approach angle then my s10 (33 or so degrees I believe). I am pretty sure I will be alright.

Just wait for the Rubicon trip in the fall. I should have it by then...will defniately be entertaining.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Ipedog:
My short list was the H3 and the FJ. The things that killed the FJ were:

Only 2 primary doors (no good for an adult w/kids)
and
Not Available yet...
</div></BLOCKQUOTE>

The FJ was on my list too, but once I drove the H3, I didn't feel like waiting. I also didn't like the interior on the FJ compared to the H3. But I think it will be a nice little truck, and at around 25K its a decent price.

BTW, they show 5 colors on the Toyota website - titanium, black, black cherry (WTF, looks purple) yellow, and blue.

Yukk!
And I thought the new Wrangler was fugly.... this ting takes da cake.

I look forward to watching the carnage in Moab.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by DRTYFN:
I look forward to watching the carnage in Moab. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Not sure I will have it quite that quick. Wouldnt give me much time to get my finances squared away after I saw it. Might have to wait until the Rubicon to see the carnage.

these folks seam to have liked the FJ
From Off-Road Adventures magazine feb 2006

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pg2

pg3

I want! I want! I want!

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by ShaggyZr2:
Might have to wait until the Rubicon to see the carnage. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Now that would be classic.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by DRTYFN:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by ShaggyZr2:
Might have to wait until the Rubicon to see the carnage. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Now that would be classic. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Just wait for it. It will be good times...and entertaining.

just dont buy one when everyone is trying to get one, wait until they cant sell them.

now at the hummer dealer near me theres about 30 H3's and theyre cheaper cuz no ones buying them

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Adam^_^:
just dont buy one when everyone is trying to get one, wait until they cant sell them.

now at the hummer dealer near me theres about 30 H3's and theyre cheaper cuz no ones buying them </div></BLOCKQUOTE>I know what I am willing to pay for one. If it is in my price range, then I will buy it. If it is not...I will wait.

I plan on waiting until at least summer to avoid the rush and more importantly to wait for the special off-road edition. I've heard it will not only have BFG AT's, different colors, and different suspension but that it will have lower gearing, worth waiting for IMO. They haven't officially named it but rumor is it could be named the FJC "MOAB".

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">IL EXCLUSIVE: Special-Edition Toyota FJ Cruiser in the Works
Date posted: 12-14-2005

GREENVILLE, S.C. — Toyota is planning a mid-summer launch of a special-edition 2007 FJ Cruiser sport-utility vehicle that is beefed up with off-road performance features, Inside Line has learned.

"Look for things like shocks, tires, wheels, and off-road performance features," said Mark Amstock, Toyota's national truck and SUV market planning manager here at the launch of the FJ Cruiser on Tuesday.

Amstock said Toyota is working with tire manufacturer BFGoodrich on the yet unnamed special-edition FJ Cruiser. He added that Toyota designers are "pushing for traditional FJ colors, including tans and reds."

The Japanese automaker is also considering an FJ model without the signature white roof — a feature which will be standard at the SUV's launch — as well as a convertible version. "We're giving that a lot of thought," Amstock said in regard to a topless FJ Cruiser. "But nothing specific yet."

The FJ Cruiser, priced in the mid-$20Ks, is set to make its debut in late March. It competes against the Hummer H3, the Jeep Wrangler and the Nissan Xterra.

Amstock said Toyota will export a few of the FJ Cruisers to Canada and 183 to the Middle East. He said there are no plans for a right-hand-drive version of the vehicle or a diesel version.

What this means to you: Toyota aims to defy every inch of the Rubicon Trail with its special-edition FJ Cruiser. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...cleId=108519#3

Here are some other interesting accessories.

Hmmm...definately sounds like it will be tough to get my hands on one. Might have to wait a year or so before I can track one down. If anyone has any connections let me know. I might be willing to fly out somewhere to buy one and drive it back.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by ShaggyZr2:
Hmmm...definately sounds like it will be tough to get my hands on one. Might have to wait a year or so before I can track one down. If anyone has any connections let me know. I might be willing to fly out somewhere to buy one and drive it back. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

If you are willing to come to Los Angeles area, I can forward you the contact info of the guy I am getting mine from. Straight shooter, no BS kinda guy. It will be full MSRP, no discount, no mark-up.

I just ran into the guy while I was picking up my minivan at service dept this morning. He told me there are 80+ on the waiting list and he's only getting 50 or so on the first shipment (Feb/Mar) and second shipment won't be until May or June. So if you contact him soon, I guess you can get yours in May or June.

Here are some pics I found online, it's definitely no H2 or H3 but I think it will be a fun SUV

http://www.upstatecruisers.net/

(You have to click the link on the right - FJ Cruiser At Grey Rock Feb 2006.)

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by wilfred:
http://www.upstatecruisers.net/

(You have to click the link on the right - FJ Cruiser At Grey Rock Feb 2006.) </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

HAHA!!! Read their Rubicon Trail write up. Sounds like lots of drama.They had to use high lifts and winch over Gate Keeper. Sissies. I didn't notice any Golden Crack or Hell's Revenge stories.

That thing is going to rattle itself apart.

I talked to a few of the dealerships around here. Looks like I am waiting for either the 2nd or 3rd shipment...or I am waiting for someone to get board with one and sell it. I want one...but not enough to pay $5k over MSRP. Screw that.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by ShaggyZr2:
I talked to a few of the dealerships around here. Looks like I am waiting for either the 2nd or 3rd shipment...or I am waiting for someone to get board with one and sell it. I want one...but not enough to pay $5k over MSRP. Screw that. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Sooo... you'll be driving the rig with the built in excuses?