Thread: 110 versus Landcruiser? views appreciated.

Originally Posted by Leo

Trim/ interior quality or apparant quality is one thing, but credit where credit's due - I've never come across a modern Landcruiser with broken drive shafts (in the rear, at least) etc. The drivetrain is very strong and durable.

Friend of mine has been through one rear diff and 2 driveshafts on a new Puma 110.....and he isn't alone.

A few years back, I had the opportunity to buy a new 4X4,,, I opted for the Cruiser over the Defer,,, almost $20G's more,,,

Although the motor seemed smooth and strong, it blew smoke like you wouldn't believe, they said it was acceptable,, then after approx 6-8 months, I took it in for a "whining" noise in the rear diff. Now I used this car in the bush frequently, so it was dirty, had some scratches / marks etc on it, so at first glance, the guy thought it was a few years old,,, he laughed at me, as he said I needed a new diff,, The case hardening had started to self destruct in the gears.
Didn't his jaw hit the ground when I told him it was "his" problem at only a few months old,,

There are Lemons in every company, and lots of vehicles have issues of some sort,,, it just depends on how much your willing to pay for the problems and shortfalls of a car.
Even if it were true that LR's had soooo many problems, with the cash you save on buying one over "that other brand",,, what an awesome working rig you will have,,
And it'll look like a real 4X4 too,,something which belongs in Aust,,

Thankyou to everyone. It has confirmed it to me, that the Landrover is what I'm going to get. I've done a cost comparison and the Defender wins on pretty much every level. Thanks again, you have all been a great help.


Pete