Hi All,
Long time lurker here and I figured it's about time for me to register and properly introduce myself. I have been contemplating a Land Cruiser from the moment I saw a new one in person, and mid-June I put a deposit down on one at a local dealership. I am getting the LC Trim in Underground color with black interior. The ETA is later this month or early August at the latest. I am going to be trading in my Tesla Model 3 performance (2023 model), and am super excited!
Couple more bits of information for context. I have absolutely loved my Model 3, however, I've decided to trade it in as the backseat is quiet cramped and when my wife and two teenage kids ride with me the kids rightfully complain about being cramped. The only other thing that I dislike about the Tesla is how quickly it wears out tires. The stock tires are very soft and I only got 15k miles out of them (average is 13-20k). I put a new set of Michelin Pro Sport 4's on, which are rated at 45k and I have not been happy with the wear on them either.
I have a few random questions to ask ask well (sorry if they've been asked elsewhere)
1) Tires: I have read a lot about the stock 20 inch tires and have come away a little confused. I do not plan on taking my LC off-road, though may camp with it occasionally. My goal is for the tires to be aesthetically pleasing and to provide the most comfortable and quiet ride. Will I be ok with the stock tires, or should I go ahead and request a replacement before pickup (I would rather have the dealer replace them, than try and convince my wife to do so after picking up the car).
2) PPF: My Tesla has very soft, low durability paint and I regret not having PPF put on the whole car. Is PPF worth the cost in your opinion for a LC? At a minimum, should I have the dealer put it on the front? Thoughts?
3) Accessories: I don't plan on modifying it for off-road like so many of you, and I do like seeing your mods. I do plan on doing a few small things though. I know that I will pickup an organizer for the cold/box console as I will miss no having organization in the middle without it. I will also plan on adding some type of mag-safe cell phone mount. Do you have all have recommendations for these? I have one on my Model 3 that is adhesive, and stock right behind the screen and extends and it is perfect.
Here is the mount I have for the Model 3, and I would love something similar for the LC.
I am also interested in putting window vents (is that what they are called?). I want low profile / subtle vents that match the car. Any thoughts or recommendations? Should I ask the dealer if there is an OEM option?
Thank you so much for your time. I look forward to sharing my experience with you all and reading more about your rigs!
Best,
Chris
Long time lurker here and I figured it's about time for me to register and properly introduce myself. I have been contemplating a Land Cruiser from the moment I saw a new one in person, and mid-June I put a deposit down on one at a local dealership. I am getting the LC Trim in Underground color with black interior. The ETA is later this month or early August at the latest. I am going to be trading in my Tesla Model 3 performance (2023 model), and am super excited!
Couple more bits of information for context. I have absolutely loved my Model 3, however, I've decided to trade it in as the backseat is quiet cramped and when my wife and two teenage kids ride with me the kids rightfully complain about being cramped. The only other thing that I dislike about the Tesla is how quickly it wears out tires. The stock tires are very soft and I only got 15k miles out of them (average is 13-20k). I put a new set of Michelin Pro Sport 4's on, which are rated at 45k and I have not been happy with the wear on them either.
I have a few random questions to ask ask well (sorry if they've been asked elsewhere)
1) Tires: I have read a lot about the stock 20 inch tires and have come away a little confused. I do not plan on taking my LC off-road, though may camp with it occasionally. My goal is for the tires to be aesthetically pleasing and to provide the most comfortable and quiet ride. Will I be ok with the stock tires, or should I go ahead and request a replacement before pickup (I would rather have the dealer replace them, than try and convince my wife to do so after picking up the car).
2) PPF: My Tesla has very soft, low durability paint and I regret not having PPF put on the whole car. Is PPF worth the cost in your opinion for a LC? At a minimum, should I have the dealer put it on the front? Thoughts?
3) Accessories: I don't plan on modifying it for off-road like so many of you, and I do like seeing your mods. I do plan on doing a few small things though. I know that I will pickup an organizer for the cold/box console as I will miss no having organization in the middle without it. I will also plan on adding some type of mag-safe cell phone mount. Do you have all have recommendations for these? I have one on my Model 3 that is adhesive, and stock right behind the screen and extends and it is perfect.
Here is the mount I have for the Model 3, and I would love something similar for the LC.
I am also interested in putting window vents (is that what they are called?). I want low profile / subtle vents that match the car. Any thoughts or recommendations? Should I ask the dealer if there is an OEM option?
Thank you so much for your time. I look forward to sharing my experience with you all and reading more about your rigs!
Best,
Chris