The LC LC and FE have heated mirrors as they have the heated icon on each mirror. My 2024 1958 does not have the icon and I know they do not get hot. One of my complaints about Toyota. Heck I had heated mirrors on my 2007 Corolla!
1958 folks.. regrets?
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I’m really happy with my 1958, the base model is perfect for the back roads of Nevada. I’ve had a bunch of 4X4 Tacomas and the 1958 is definitely a step up.
They are heated, at least on mine. It is in the manual that the rear defroster turns on the heated mirrors and rear defroster. I have had my mirrors fog over and freeze and turning on the rear defogger cleared them right off.
Nah, his review is based on renting a car for a couple of hours, making no effort to understand how it works and then rationalizing that the vehicle he already owns is better (because don't we all?). All the drama queen, herky-jerky behavior he engages in comes from the ADAS which he clearly had no idea about (or at least didn't address in any detail)and because was probably tailgating in traffic so the LC was trying to brake-check him. If you accept that there has been some technological progress made since the GX-470 came out and make sensible adjustments to the system (car and driver) by either adjusting the sensitivity, turning it off or not driving like an a$$hole - in other words work with the car, not against it - it is a perfectly smooth ride, at least that's been my experience.
To be fair, most of us have probably already fine-tuned these various features to our liking, and they can be a little jarring at first if you're not used to driving a vehicle with TSS or other type of ADSS built-in.
But yeah, I agree...a lot of reviewers seem to go into these test drives determined to confirm their pre-disposed biases, as opposed to actually taking the time to get to know the vehicle from a fresh and open-minded perspective.
I found it interesting that on one of his live streams, "TRD JON" mentioned that the LC is currently his favorite "daily driver"...he's someone who has actually taken the time to drive one regularly, and while he's made some videos about various minor issues he's had, he obviously still enjoys it overall (and he has quite a few really cool Toyota trucks and SUVs at his disposal). He did say that while he's happy with the FE that he has, it doesn't think he'd buy that again, but would rather opt for a standard LC trim with no premium package, which I also found interesting.
Oh, and to answer OP, no...no significant regrets with the 1958.
No regrets. If I win lottery I might trade in for Bronco Raptor... just for the extreme fun factor even though it will blow the turbo's in 60k miles and end up in the shop every month like most Fords....
Just realized I never vouched for the 1958 in this thread. Love mine!
Motivated by the skinny highway tires because they're more fuel efficient, quieter and I like how they disguise this vehicle’s off-road capability. Something about all terrain tires that practically never see real off-roading doesn't sit right with me. These tires are serving their purpose. Also motivated by the retro cloth seats and round headlights.
Motivated by the skinny highway tires because they're more fuel efficient, quieter and I like how they disguise this vehicle’s off-road capability. Something about all terrain tires that practically never see real off-roading doesn't sit right with me. These tires are serving their purpose. Also motivated by the retro cloth seats and round headlights.
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. Still loving my 1958 tho
Zero regrets here after only a week in. I do wish it had some more soft touch along the knee and arm areas of the door. I have found that I do lean on them a bit and noticed my elbow rolling around on the plastic arm of the door, doesn’t feel great after several times. I do have the padded center arm rest so I’ve begun to use that more if I need anything. Other than that, nothing I really wish I had.
Agree. I think the hard plastic areas are somewhat overkill and they are my main gripe about my ‘58. If Toyota had instead produced a “work truck” package (ie heavy duty vinyl seats, plastic / rubber flooring instead of carpet), those hard plastic trim pieces would make more sense. In fact, I would have opted for such a package if offered.
No. Actually I prefer simple(r) cars without a lot of bells-and-whistles. Less things to go wrong and less distractions. Also, I don't like fake leather. We have/had Softex (and Nuluxe - Lexus version of Softex) in several vehicles and it feels cheap, is very hot in summer, and color fades after a few years.
I'm glad Toyota offers a relatively basic trim. One of my complaints about Toyota's current lineup is that some models start with XLE as the lowest trim instead of simpler LE, and even if an LE trim exists in theory, they are almost impossible to find in stock. Same with Lexus, where Basic trims are extremely scarce, and you basically have to go for a Premium or Premium+.
I'm glad Toyota offers a relatively basic trim. One of my complaints about Toyota's current lineup is that some models start with XLE as the lowest trim instead of simpler LE, and even if an LE trim exists in theory, they are almost impossible to find in stock. Same with Lexus, where Basic trims are extremely scarce, and you basically have to go for a Premium or Premium+.
Personally, the LCLC without the premium package is the sweet spot. VERY hard to find, but one is chillin in Ohio with a 2k discount right now (Blue w/ Java): New Heritage Blue 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser for Sale in Boardman, OH | JTEABFAJ2SK025736 | Toyota of Boardman
I would've picked this up if I had the opportunity, but I went with the LCLC Premium since I was dead set on blue/java combo and I could only find it with the premium package.
I would've picked this up if I had the opportunity, but I went with the LCLC Premium since I was dead set on blue/java combo and I could only find it with the premium package.
LCLC-P and FE have real leather.
I posted earlier, but after a few more miles of driving my 1958 LC (just turned over 3000 miles), I like it more than ever. I put 150,000 miles on my 2015 Trail 5th Gen 4R with no real problems, but part of my wanting the 1958 version was that it did not have features that I did not need or want. My 4R had MTS and I wanted to get some serious instruction for off-road use when I first bought it, even though I had plenty of experience driving multiple off-road vehicles I have owned over the last 50 years or so (or used, in the case of US Army heavy duty stuff lo those many years ago). To learn more about the 4R bells and whistles, I took an off-road driving course at the Uwharrie driving school, where they basically taught "forget that fancy drive train stuff - you don't need it" and they were correct. The school normally trains "government employees" getting ready to go overseas, but does a class or two for civilians each year. Anyway, for the next 10 years I never needed most of the stuff that came on the 4R. Great tough vehicle though. I was looking to upgrade to a hybrid vehicle sometime soon.
When I went to my dealer to get my 4R serviced a couple of months ago, they had three LC vehicles on the lot that were unspoken for - two LC Premium packages in black and white, and the 1958 in Meteor Shower, which already had some upgrades (leather seats, skid plate, charge cables, wheel locks, window tint, first aid kit, all weather mats). I looked at all of the models they had, thought about the features of each and asked to test drive the 1958. Decided to buy it and do not in the least regret my choice. I added a roof rack, ceramic coating paint protection and side rails with steps, and that was all - the roof rack is great for hauling stuff that won't fit inside the back (at the penalty of a bit of wind noise). The only other thing I plan to change will be the tires when the OEM road tires wear out (knowing that there is a mileage penalty for AT tires). AT tires are less necessary in the winter here in central NC, but are useful in the mountains, off-road and in mud...
When I went to my dealer to get my 4R serviced a couple of months ago, they had three LC vehicles on the lot that were unspoken for - two LC Premium packages in black and white, and the 1958 in Meteor Shower, which already had some upgrades (leather seats, skid plate, charge cables, wheel locks, window tint, first aid kit, all weather mats). I looked at all of the models they had, thought about the features of each and asked to test drive the 1958. Decided to buy it and do not in the least regret my choice. I added a roof rack, ceramic coating paint protection and side rails with steps, and that was all - the roof rack is great for hauling stuff that won't fit inside the back (at the penalty of a bit of wind noise). The only other thing I plan to change will be the tires when the OEM road tires wear out (knowing that there is a mileage penalty for AT tires). AT tires are less necessary in the winter here in central NC, but are useful in the mountains, off-road and in mud...
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I upgraded to a 265 Toyo ATIII. I am happy for now. Will see what comes along this year.
No regrets. Gas mileage suffering due to wheel/ tire size, but really enjoying driving it. More mods are coming.
I agree- looked for a coupled of months for LC without premium package. Found a blue/grayscape non-premium one with Java interior and sunroof added (and my wife wanted a sunroof). I didn't want cloth seats due to dogs that are occasionally in the vehicle, and the hard plastic of the 1958 and tiny screen were additional reasons I gravitated to mid-trim (but definitely did not want premium package).
The 58 is about the most I can afford- not sure I still can- but I really prefer the more "simple" build. The fabric seats are awesome- wife isn't a fan of the leather and I very much dislike the soft-tex sweaty seats. Fabric is excellent quality and much more robust than others at lower price points. I find the ever growing screens to be distracting and prefer the smaller screen. Some of these car screens are now bigger than the kitchen TV we had as kids growing up!! My one FOMO: I do wish it had the sway bar disconnect... although I have yet to need it.
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