[Minkman0324]

Hey guys! I am new to the thread. I am looking to get an FJ when we pay off our next car (4 months to go!:rocker I was wondering:
1.) Are there any "problem" areas to look for?
2.) What is a good price/miles to look for on an FJ?
3.)Anyone have any kids and use it to haul them around? How does it do with carseats?
Thanks for the answers in advance!
P.s.-I want to stay around 16-18k

 

[One Shot]

Hey guys! I am new to the thread. I am looking to get an FJ when we pay off our next car (4 months to go!:rocker I was wondering:
1.) Are there any "problem" areas to look for?
2.) What is a good price/miles to look for on an FJ?
3.)Anyone have any kids and use it to haul them around? How does it do with carseats?
Thanks for the answers in advance!
P.s.-I want to stay around 16-18k

Have you decided what size tires you want to run? I would add this question to your list to see if someone here can tell you if they will fit without rubbing.
Good luck.

 

[Joabmc]

I filled in a few for you.

Hey guys! I am new to the thread. I am looking to get an FJ when we pay off our next car (4 months to go!:rocker I was wondering:

1.) Are there any "problem" areas to look for?
There are a few things reported on early models but aren't a given if the vehicle is well maintained.
-transmission shudder
-fender bulges
-smaller rear in early models


2.) What is a good price/miles to look for on an FJ?

Right now the FJ is high demand and is prices are at a premium. Your looking at an early 07-08 with over 100k on it typically for your price point.


3.)Anyone have any kids and use it to haul them around? How does it do with carseats?


I honestly couldn't imagine getting my kids in out of a car seat daily in an FJ. The rear door is small and tight getting in and out of the back.


Thanks for the answers in advance!

P.s.-I want to stay around 16-18k

Spend a little time searching around. You find a lot of threads covering your questions.

Good luck!

 

[Jrgunn5150]

Hey guys! I am new to the thread. I am looking to get an FJ when we pay off our next car (4 months to go!:rocker I was wondering:
1.) Are there any "problem" areas to look for?
2.) What is a good price/miles to look for on an FJ?
3.)Anyone have any kids and use it to haul them around? How does it do with carseats?
Thanks for the answers in advance!
P.s.-I want to stay around 16-18k

I'm also in the market. Here in West Michigan, I've been able to find quite a few in that price range, which is where my budget lies also.

It's highly likely that sometime this week I'm going to buy an 07 with 90k on it for under 16.8.

I don't have children, but my GF and I have started trying, so we considered this also. I made my Nephew come with me to check them out, he's 4, and pretty big for his age. He didn't have a hard time, and seemed to have enough room back there. I watched a vid online of four people crossing the Imogene pass in one, so it can't be awful.

A rear facing carseat was a bit more of a challenge however.