The FJ Cruiser is the complete opposite of what I had been looking for. Originally I was going to get a BMW 135i... but looking back on my current BMW 325ci... it's just too hard to let go of it plus I most likely am getting sponsered to get a supercharger put into it.
So on the way home after test driving the 135i as I was driving on the freeway I spotted white FJ Cruisers with black wheels at one of the Toyota dealers next to the freeway!!! A color combo that I just love on 4x4's. I have always liked the FJ cruiser, but didn't like the color schemes they had... except for the sandstorm & black TRD edition ones.
So I turned around and checked it out. The dealer had 4 of them. Up close they look really mean... like a Panda on steroids!!! Didn't drive like the manual 135i I just drove, but they aren't meant for driving around the canyons... they be meant to drive deep into the canyons. But it drove really nice for an SUV. I also really like the sound of the TRD exhaust as I stompted on the pedal.
To top it off, it is exactly how I would want an FJ Cruiser... white, blacked out wheels and trim, various TRD parts... I usually get a serious mod bug when I get a car, but I think the only way I would modifiy this beast is by getting mud all over the white paint.
How is the FJ as a daily driven day to day car? Can it swallow alot of stuff from Ikea, Crate and Barrel, or Costco?
This wouldn't be a garage queen... my BMW will probably end up being a garage queen/ weekend track toy... this FJ is gonna go where my BMW can't go. I already have a license plate I want to get... PANDAFJ to compliment my BMW's plate... WLDPNDA.
I checked with Costco's autobuying program... and turns out the dealer I went to particpates in it... so they are quoting me a price of 29K (not including tax and license). Can a better deal be had?
Should I jump on the deal? Or should I give me some time to cool off and put things in perspective?
Welcome!!!! Sounds like the bug bit you pretty good. I have had my FJ for pushing 2 years now. August 10th will make the official 2 year mark so you can do the math.
The FJ is my daily driver and I LOVE it! I mean it takes me where I need to go with my job (which can get a little squirrelly down here in New Orleans) and it can also take the abuse of running a household too. From getting the dry cleaning to getting building materials, the FJ can do it and do it proudly!
There are loads of mods you can do for interior storage that will allow you to keep all your off road toys nice and neat too, so get ready to go to work on those!
As for that 29k price, I think that sounds pretty doggone good. There are others here much more experienced with the pricing of the TTs and the SEs but that is alot of rig for that price. Me, I paid right at 28k for my 4x2 in August of 06 (TT&L included) but that was back in the time when they really did not deal down here at all on them.
Hope this helps!
Kim
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Black Cherry '07 4x2
Convenience Package, OEM Roof Rack with Coleman rack on the front. OEM Predator Bars, RR Diff Lock, MPac System,
Garmin Nuvi 350 GPS, SS Exhaust Tip, PIAA Headlights. Cabin Lights, FJammer, FJ Brushed Door Sill Guards, Wet Okole FJ Seat covers, 3" OME Lift with Bridgestone 285 Dueler AT Revos on 17" stock rims. Blacked out and loving the look!!!! Member of the white Bezel club! Next mod... black out those stock alloys! Layton????
Yup, just do it. You won't be sorry.... unless you hate spending money on mods or gas.
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2007 VOODOO BLUE 6-MT, 4x4, Convenience Package, Upgrade Package #2, Roof Rack/Towing Hitch Combo, TRD Exhaust, Rock Rails Sliders, All Weather floor mats, white bezel, voodoo blue shovel, voodoo blue axe, Hi-lift jack, TT Badge, Road Armor Bumper w/PIAA's,Warn 8000 and Coleman rack.
Hey, hey, I got the Panda FJ. Nah just joking.
Exactly what I was thinking when I wanted mine. It reminded me of the Initial D Trueno in the panda paint scheme. Always wanted a hachi, but now I got a super sized one. (Sorry if no one is familiar with the series).
Dude, the beamer is bad ass, but the FJ is hot too.
If you can keep both, do it.
TTs are sweet. The color scheme is my favorite. Doesn't show scratches and dings as bad. I don't need to change the wheels, and exhaust like I usually do when I get a new car. I also like the low build numbers.
I was thinking of the Initial D Trueno too on my way home... the "Panda86"
I really like the series, but it also has to do with my last name too.
Just got home and was talking to my significant other and she just smirked and said... "just go out and buy it so you can get it out of your system"... LOL!!!
Uggh, but the way she said it... I know she means something else (wants a rock on her finger)... what to do!!!
OK so in a kinda fed up way, my significant other told me last night to go and get it already... I know she was using reverse psychology... but it's not gonna work.
I just contacted the dealer, I've already been approved through Costco/Capital One so just waiting for them to send me the check... hopefully if they still have them next week, I will be picking one up.
Seems like everyday a new member on this forum is getting a TTSE, checked surrounding dealers too & not many have them on inventory... interesting.
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