Toasty
Looking for that thing i just had in my hand...
That's a beautiful 80, body is almost too nice to take out on the trails. As someone who struggled with buying a montero vs a landcruiser, I'm curious how you feel about a few points regarding parts scarcity and pricing. Do you feel feel the landcruiser may be a stronger choice because replacement parts are more common and the aftermarket support is much better.
Of the parts you have replaced on the 80, how do they compare in price to the montero?
Lastly, do you ever have a hard time making large investments in the montero, because it won't ever retain value as well as the landcruiser? A montero built to a certain level only seems to be able to be sold for >25% or so of a landcruiser built to the same level. I love my montero, but I feel these points nagging at me a bit sometimes, just curious how you see them.
Thanks a lot, I've really enjoyed your build.
Monteros are for people who want the most enjoyment for the least amount of money, if you want to build a truck and look like you live the "overland" life and be able to get most or all of your money back after you're over it then a Landcruiser or Defender is for you. If you just want to build a truck for wheeling and have money left over for adventure buy a Montero and call the adventures and good times the negative equity. That's how i roll.