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  • #1

    2005 Prado Grande

    Hey all,

    Just wanted to ask if I got a good deal @ auction.

    Picked up a 2005, Grande, 146,000km for $17000, after auction fees.

    Drives well so far, just waiting for the first trip to the mechanic for the check up.
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  • #2
    If all is good thats a ripping deal,
    I have a 05 Grande and its standard insurance cover is $25000.
    Redbook have it starting at $45000 Hope all is good with it

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    • #3
      That is what I was thinking, so far love the ride.

      After my local mechanic gives it the once over it is time to see its true potential.

      The condition is not immaculate, got a little rust on the sun roof and seat wear and tear. But overall for 7k bellow market these superficial items are not noticeable. Engine seems to be running well @ 12L/100 so far.

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      • #4
        The condition is not immaculate, got a little rust on the sun roof and seat wear and tear.
        Unfortunately a lot of the Grandes suffer from this fate. There are a few threads on it inc Kevdebbi's build up http://www.pradopoint.com/showthread...l=1#post466968

        You can self fix it if you like, don't pay the Toyota Tax: http://www.pradopoint.com/showthread...l=1#post468600

        I'm assuming it's a petrol, you don't say. The KZ's go for slightly more. Still I reckon its a good deal. The rear air bags will need replacing in a year or two as the rubber perishes. Look for aftermarket or a 'foreign supplier' of originals. You can get a good upholsterer to restore the seats although admittedly this job is not cheap. Both the KZ (diesel) and the V6 petrol get good reviews and you won't be paying @2.5K for popping injectors every year or two.. Safe travels.....
        [SIZE=1]03 TD 120 Grande, L&R weathershields, f&r deflectors, Sov bar Amts rad b.pl, TJM front B.P, Uniden UH7760NB Kaymar LED worklight, ARB 47l, lifestyle rack & Milford C. Barrier, 9500llb Superwinch, IPF 900SR spots, T. Dog 40mm adj shocks/struts, coils, airbagman OA6011 airbags, 2.75" Beaudesert exhaust, 300w inverter, 1L Catch can,outback rec points, R.R awning, dual batteries redarc SBI12 Cooper LT A/T3's 265/65, Safari snorkel, Hilux jets, Brains TG150, Leigh's booster diode [/SIZE]

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        • #5
          Originally posted by macaroon1 View Post

          I'm assuming it's a petrol, you don't say.
          With the comment that it's running at 12L/100, it sounds like a diesel to me
          Our 6 year old and 3 year old try their hardest to make sure there is no time or money for the other baby

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          • #6
            Originally posted by letsgoplaces View Post
            With the comment that it's running at 12L/100, it sounds like a diesel to me
            It is a petrol, admittedly I have been very light on the gas. I was surprised for it to stay at 12 perhaps with time and a heavier less concerned foot it will climb to 15L/100 ?

            @ Macaroon1 .. thanks for the links and the information. It is a whole new world for me owning a prado, graduating from a Mitsubishi 380. Now all I need to do is take it off road. Do you guys have any suggestions for off road tyres (and if they are worth it considering I will just be doing the odd 4wd weekend)

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            • #7
              D697 are pretty good. I got mine from Don Cornell tyres. Can't complain at just over $200 ea. I'm yet to fit them on.

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              • #8
                265/65R17 Bridgestone D697 can be had for $240 every day of the week, including fitting, balancing and disposal. Check at any Bridgestone dealer or Kmart tyre and auto. They are a great all terrain tyre, very good on the road in my oppinion and good off
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                TJM Bullbar, Lightforce Genisis Spots, Dual Battery System with bits from everyone, Powerful 4x4 slider/steps, Kaymar rear bar, "Genuine" Roof Racks, MSA Seatcovers, Dashmat, Tint, LED Interior Globes, Bridgestone D697s [/LEFT]

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                • #9
                  Originally posted by alexski View Post
                  It is a petrol, admittedly I have been very light on the gas.
                  Do you guys have any suggestions for off road tyres (and if they are worth it considering I will just be doing the odd 4wd weekend)
                  15/100 sounds a bit more realistic, but i would still be happy with that
                  I'm currently in a 90 petrol and on the Stuart Hwy (130kph) and the cr@ppy roads out here along with lower tyre pressures i only get 16/100. Before coming out here, i was getting 18-20/100 for the city running but that was on gas.
                  I'll throw another tyre for consideration and that's the Yokohama Geolander GO12

                  Cheers
                  John
                  Our 6 year old and 3 year old try their hardest to make sure there is no time or money for the other baby

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                  • #10
                    I've got an 06 grande and it's stock ( no lift,tyres etc) and I'm running at 12.3-12.8 around town.

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                    • #11
                      I wish mine did that !! I saw that once on a trip.

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                      • #12
                        I think the couple of litres/100 extra is worth it to have the car looking and doing everything I want
                        Ie: roof cage/ bullbar tyres etc etc
                        I currently get about 15.5-16 l/100.
                        To the op I picked up my 03 petrol grande stock for $16000 with 142000 about a year ago so that price certainly seems fair.

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