Been my daily driver since 2007. Over 300,000 miles and 38 states later, I love driving it every day.

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

Heck yeah great to hear 👊

1. People keep bothering you to sell your car to them.

@OutboundIntent

2 жыл бұрын

Fjs are very loved 👊 as they should be

@hubbysswee

2 жыл бұрын

Yup! I have a manual (rare where I live), so you can imagine!

@OutboundIntent

2 жыл бұрын

Man that is one thing I looked harder for!

@hubbysswee

2 жыл бұрын

@@OutboundIntent it was on the lot! No one claimed it because no one could drive a stick! Really??!! I couldn’t believe it! Did you know that a manual transmission is one of the biggest theft deterrents? I like to feel in control of what I’m driving, especially when things get, pardon the pun, real sticky!

@inferno8346

Жыл бұрын

100%

I ran over a 12 foot ladder yesterday at about 65 mph. I’m glad I was daily driving the FJ.

I love the way FJ handles. It crosses median strips really well!

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

🤣

@janicetelfer6211

3 ай бұрын

Lol I've had to go over some with nooo problem 😅

Been daily driving ours for 3.5 years 🤷‍♂️ and taking it on some off road adventures. Love it

@OutboundIntent

2 жыл бұрын

Heck yeah glad to hear!

@LinkS7X

Жыл бұрын

I've been daily driving mine for 7+ years, with occasional offloading, and man I won't go to another vehicle ever. However, I do agree with the gas mileage on this thing. I wish it would be more efficient.

Only had mine for a week. I absolutely love it. If you train your mirrors correctly, the blind spots aren't an issue. Fuel...well I knew she was thirsty going in. Which is why once the novelty wears off, I'll be riding my bike to work.....but I am soooo glad I got one. My daughter loves it too.

@aguiremedia

Жыл бұрын

Whats your gas mileage like?

Been driving mine for a year and my love for the car outweighs the negatives by far!

@OutboundIntent

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely, it is so unique 👊 just a lot of quirks

sounds to me, that you are looking for reasons to buy a prius, lol. I have a wife and 3 kids(dog too), tow a trailer, wheel and daily my FJ with absolutely no issues or complaints. stop crying, or buy a street car!

I love my FJ. I use it as a daily driver and it’s fabulous. The blind spots don’t bug me. The only issue I even have is if I’m parallel parking in front of a little Porsche where it just disappears. Otherwise the only thing I’d agree with is the mileage but you know that going in. It’s comfortable, it’s poised for a vehicle its size, it drives like a car and my 10 year old absolutely loves it too. As far as not having enough space… ??? I sleep in the back of it when I go to the drive in and am completely comfortable. I’ve owned Alfa Romeos and Audis and I love those, but this is still the favorite car I’ve ever owned.

ive been driving my dads fj for a few months now and ive never noticed the blind spots being a problem

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

It depends what you're coming from and where you drive it. Sharp turns, merging and going up steep offroad hills are the only time I think about it.

Sup from South Africa 100% agree with you on every point. Been daily driving mine now for the past 3 years. But I wont trade it for anything ever! I weekend Warrior and Overland with it, and hasn't let me down once!

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

Ay that is awesome to hear. I agree, I would never trade the FJ either, it is too good of a vehicle.

Coming from a 2014 Silverado that got 14mpg I think 16+ is quite the upgrade

@DCNewsom42

Жыл бұрын

Haha. I drive a 13 Tundra with the 5.7L and I would love to get 14mpg.

@hagimeokoyashi7886

Жыл бұрын

I get 8mpg in my fj. Granted I'm having tranny issues and I have 295/70/17s

@6.2Slomaro

8 ай бұрын

@@DCNewsom42took my 6.2 raptor on a road trip/vacation average 13mpg, burned 433 gallons in 2 weeks. Man, Greta thunberg would throw a fit if she finds out 😂

@DCNewsom42

8 ай бұрын

@@6.2Slomaro 😂😂😂 When I drive from one side of town to the other I can see the gas needle going down.

@6.2Slomaro

8 ай бұрын

@@DCNewsom42 lmao man it was either a raptor or a tundra and I settled with a raptor. Does your tundra have the bigger gas tank?

I've been driving my 2007 fj since 2016 and I've had no problems. Love driving it

To fix the blind spots center the rear view mirror and adjusts the side mirrors out to the max and the blind spots will disappear. Try it and watch vehicles as they pass you on the right and left. I guarantee tee it.

@OutboundIntent

2 жыл бұрын

Great advice 👊

@PMoN545

2 жыл бұрын

Yes absolutely! There are 4WD courses out there that cover this as well 👌🏽

@JohnWilliams-sq7cj

Жыл бұрын

Or just buy blind sport baby mirros, problem solved. Cheap and effective.

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

@@JohnWilliams-sq7cj exactly! I did that for mine and it changed the game

@Steve211Ucdhihifvshi

Жыл бұрын

You can even buy blind spot assistance lights, Ive got them in mine, but i modified some parking sensors i had, so if a car enters my blind spot a little orange led turns on inside the mirror casing on the side the vehicle is encroaching. Just in case, but once your used to operating it you learn to look anyway.

What headlight/indicator set up do you have? Like it!

I’m pretty sure you’ve answered this a couple of times but I’m just finding your videos. What is the exact headlight blinker set up that you have? Thanks

Your honesty is greatly appreciated.

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely, thanks for watching 👊

Being honest about your ride is never wrong, so keep on doing what you're doing!

Link for headlight and side marker housing? What bumper are you running?

I own a 2007 fj and it hasnt disappointed me yet, yes the mpg is terrible, but, expected since I got it, takes me whenever I want every season of the year and everytime I hopped on to it makes me and my gf smile.

Bought my 2014 new in 2014 and it’s been my daily ever since. No issues for me, I love it!!!

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

heck yeah great to hear!

Well said, and perhaps helpful for people who are considering it without... um... looking into what it's all about. It's designed from the ground up as an off-road vehicle. Don't expect it to be anything but that, and you won't be disappointed. It's like people complaining that a Jeep has a stiff ride and is top-heavy; well... yeah. That's how it's designed. I personally "daily drive" my FJ, but then I'm basically retired so I maybe fill my tank once or twice a month unless I'm on an excursion somewhere. It just *goes* wherever I want it to, and that's what's important to me more than anything else. Road, no road, doesn't matter. It just goes. Hauls all my camping and prospecting gear quite neatly. I have installed a few cameras and electronics to help with the visibility, as well as comms and navigation systems, but those are just conveniences. I originally bought it to haul my food cart around, and it was perfect for that, but now it's just for my pleasure in diving out into the wilderness and exploring. And for that, it's even better. :-)

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

Exactly, you worded that very well. The FJ is perfect for what it is designed for 👊

For any vehicle the recommended mirror adjustments are rear view should show the whole window while in normal seated position. Lean to the right until you head iis in line with the center of your vehicle and adjust the right side mirror so it barely shows the right side of your vehicle. For the left side mirror lean to the left till your head touches the silent side window and adjust the left side mirror so you barely see the left side of your vehicle. There a video that shows this and explains why.

Nice! Did you paint the top of your Fj a matte black or standard shiny black paint?

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

So it was actually painted before we got it so I’m not sure of the exact details but it’s definitely a matte black

@OverlandingSoldier

Жыл бұрын

@@OutboundIntent thanks man! You always respond quickly. Looks good

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely, thanks 👊🏼

Thanks for your sincerity

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely

The scuicide doors are actually benefit us because the doors fully open in tight spaces and makes getting out easier

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

I could actually agree with you partially on that. In certain scenarios it is nice to have a small door to open in tight spaces. Otherwise... it still can be annoying 😂

@inferno8346

Жыл бұрын

@@OutboundIntent only time it’s annoying is when your younger sister can’t figure out that she needs to move the front door first 🙄

@crofg

Жыл бұрын

As daily car that doors are perfect to handle computer bag and coches

I originally got the FJ because I needed a daily - when driving on country roads long distance everyday if you hit a roo you want it to go under you, not through you windscreen.

2010 here daily driver .. sometimes I get 10 mpg and sometimes 20. I couldn’t figure out why.

I've had mine since 08 and rolling on 204k on the odo with an overland build with a lift and 35's. If I worried about gas mileage I would have bought a damn civic. Hard to overland in a civic tho 😂

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

I’m tempted to try now 💀 I do agree though, for overlanding, it is worth the gas money

@bjet80s45

Жыл бұрын

@@OutboundIntent I have zero complaints about mine. 2 alternators, 2 batteries, and that's it for any issues other than routine maintenance.

Daily driver since 2011 and still love it

I love my 2007 I'd drive it every day even with the gas prices 😂 my son is older and he loves driving it. Yes glad he isn't young lol

What's the mileage you getting brother

I daily drive mine to work, about 24 miles every day I can say, mine isn’t that bad on Gas mileage😂 I do have off road tires on mine with the TRD wheels, I also run mid grade on mine, but what I can do say, it sucks on City gas mileage 😂 one run to Walmart has me going from full to half

@OutboundIntent

2 жыл бұрын

That is great to hear! Yeah there is not much you can do about it 😂

For those who own an FJ Cruiser, how much gas money do you usually spend weekly??

@Fjcruisersarecool

7 ай бұрын

30 bucks but i live about 12 miles to work with a 3” lift and 35” tires and different other things that add some nice weight to it. not too terrible

@imranaasghar81

7 ай бұрын

122 USD for 157 liters but that's in Dubai

Had mine 10 years. Daily drove it for 5 years. Perfect daily driver. I only stopped using it for a daily when I decided to get a used Civic as a daily. I wanted to keep miles off my FJ and only use it when needed (in winter, for the cargo room, or adventures). Saves a lot of gas money also, getting double the mileage. My 2012 FJ has just 85k miles on it.

@earthling1984

2 ай бұрын

Mine is 100% stock, other than the tires of course (I put on Duratrac tires). As for handling, it is actually pretty amazing for an offroad truck like this. I've had 6 Jeeps. Two XJ Cherokees (both around year 2000), 3 Wranglers (1 TJ, 2 JK's), and a Commander. The Commander was still a fairly good off roader, but not on the level of the others. I will say the Commander was the smoothest and best for driving. Drove it from Chicago to San Diego and back, and stopped all in between. I also took my FJ all over the country from Chicago to NY and Florida, and more. The FJ beats the Wranglers and Cherokees by far on the road. The only one that was better for on road driving was the Commander.

I've watched a few FJ videos, wondering if one of them would finally mention the terrible handling. One after another talks about a million attributes of the vehicle, but never mention what I consider the number one problem, the handling. So thanks for being that one in a thousand KZreadr that actually has the ability to even recognize the terrible handling of the FJ. I wanted to buy one, but one test drive was enough to convince me that I would never enjoy driving it.

@captainmikehagen459

25 күн бұрын

I’ve always found my fj to have buttery smooth handling, and very little to no steering drift

I was looking for a 2014 FJ but ended up with a 2000 Landcruiser- the price was right-like you said it's not my daily -but great for off-roading, especially for the long trips off-roading...

Looks just as good dirty as it does clean. 👍

@OutboundIntent

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed 👊 I hate taking the dirt off

Do you have problems with your new lights? I want to get them but I'm not sure where to buy them...

@OutboundIntent

3 ай бұрын

Yeah I unfortunately had the halos start going out within a few months... check my recent video and you'll see I am running the Freedom Outfitters Kaiju headlights now, they are pretty sweet!

@janicetelfer6211

3 ай бұрын

@@OutboundIntent Thanx

What!?! Bad handling??? I find it absolutely great.

I drive my 2012 about every day into town, yes it has its issues like poor visability amd wonders around the road some. So what, compensate and pay attention driving.

I love my FJ but g@d dang I’m glad I drive a company vehicle 😂😂

@michelt4390

2 жыл бұрын

Yup, makes it easier to live witn the 18mpg

Hey man keep producing, The submissions will follow.

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

Thank you sir 🫡

I get what you are saying, but if im not mistaken your Chai Latte is one of the later models. My 2007 yellow submarine, is a gas guzzler, or should I say was. my instinct was increasing its breathing power with an inhaler... AKA supercharger. slap it on, go to a tuner tell him increase gas mileage, and he will give a leaner mix, but because of the psi boost, it will still have more power horsies to rock roll around the back country like a god. increased my MPG from 12, to 19 in city and 25 ish on highway... but my love for it outweighs the negative..

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

Man that is so sick! I have thought about the supercharger. Is it pretty reliable?

@kjve9009

Жыл бұрын

@@OutboundIntent yes if you are willing to a pay a shiny penny of about $7000 to buy one.

Our car only has 2 non stock parts that is an off road towbar and an off road roof rack with jerrycans

I got my 07 4x4 with only 20k miles, it was kept in a garage and had a custom sun roof and some other cool things it’s a fun car🤟

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

Man you got lucky!

I got a ultimate Edition 2014. It’s my going out car with the family. 3 kids They love it

@alexjcuevas3974

Жыл бұрын

Sorry not a car. It’s an FJ and it’s perfect for me with good dimensions and size.

It's all accurate, i was debating between my k2500 and this i went for the k2500, gas milleage yep it sting more I'm sure lol

I think most of SUV with 4wd has the same mpg, I won't say it's bad because of the weight, the body shape, the tire

@MrJest2

Жыл бұрын

I used to be a Wrangler devotee. I was always amused that it got 15MPG... period. Didn't matter if you were cruising down a modern highway, or rock-crawling out in the desert. Thing has the aerodynamics of a brick. It's just the nature of the beast, when it comes to off-road vehicles.

Yep I had similar FJ as a daily driver. 🙂

Are you on the east coast? Other than my NFAB bumper, your my Fj twin. 😂

@OutboundIntent

2 жыл бұрын

For real? That’s sick, yeah I’m in PA

It’s been my daily driver, never had any issues

I daily mine and get about 13 mpg no complaints here

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

Niceeeeeee

What rear tail light covers do you have?

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

These are actually custom painted by myself. I took tape and covered the lighted areas and then scuffed and painted the rest.

@arsenii555

Жыл бұрын

@@OutboundIntent That is really cool. Thanks for letting me know. I started looking for them online.

My Gen 4 4runner with the v6 gives me about 20 ( +1 /-1) depending on How you drive

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

Yeah the 4runners have pretty good fuel mileage for their size 💪🏼

I still wish they at least updated the engine. Compared to others it is underpowered in the Torque area

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

100% agree with you on this one!

@Steve211Ucdhihifvshi

Жыл бұрын

Underpowered in torque??? Who needs torque when you have acceleration on demand in an instant. No old oil burning tractor motor despite how much torque will ever be as responsive and balanced as the last model 1grfe. And if thats not enough for you its a measly 3k to get a supercharger kit installed with an electric clutch so you can have even more power on demand. Its a well balanced finely tuned machine. Toyota not some GM or jeep rubbish.

Other than high gas consumption I don’t see any reason no to. I mean they’re even comfy for a rugged vehicle

Fj handles much better than my wife's Honda CR-V. Traded Miles per gallon for Smiles per mile, Blind spots demand that you be a better driver. If you're like me FJ is a Family escape vehicle(escape from the family)..... no problem

On the contrary, I daily an FJ cruiser and I would have destroyed my gt86 at least 10 times with some of the things I've shrugged off while driving my FJ

The positives fully outweigh the negatives. Wait! Are these really negatives, or just warnings for those unable to handle the best?

@OutboundIntent

2 жыл бұрын

Great question, it’s a warning to those who are unworthy of driving the beast 😈

Hi, I’m new. I’m looking tomorrow to get one.

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard, hope you enjoy it!

17-20 mpg is bad????? What kinda econoboxes do you guys have 😭

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

Yeah... I’m used to 24+ for my daily 😬

I dont see how any of those reasons other than Gas mileage supports not using it as a daily driver.

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

Cool, Do as you please 👊

I wish I had one

We call it the washing machine in Middle East it’s so hated here I do too 😝

My daily driver and i love it and i get great gas on mine 07 phantom black

@SH1N1ZAKY

Жыл бұрын

Diamond😂

Loved my FJ Cruiser.

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear!

They say it only gets 11gals of gas per mile City? Like on some Toyota ads.

My dad has daily driven one since 2012 and it still hast broken we only had too replace the windshield twice and the shocks once and the tires only 3 times

Door dash in my 3 in lift 35 tire fj...i know i knoww..but im semi retired and i use the money to go fishing and buy silver coins.

Lol too late. More that 12 plus years of daily driving my FJ.

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

Nice, I can't hate on that at all!

Love mine . gas sucks but love it lol

👏👏👏👍

Now its production will be stopped in 2022 and I think its price will increase

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

Exactly, I expect them to rise dramatically over the next decade or so. They are gaining popularity and the numbers in existence will start to dwindle.

blind spot fix=high tech rearview mirror

The FJ Cruiser must be driven. You have to pay attention when you drive it. You have to be aware. No auto-lane correct or other junk. You drive it. Which is fantastic.

Doesn’t sting if you focus on making more cheddar vs worrying about what gas costs. Just sayin. Real talk.

I feel like you lied about everything you just. Like there's no way you believe this stuff you just said 😂

I love FJ cruiser very reliable car and I been using it daily for past 2 years or so ….. mine is very fuel efficient so I don’t agree with you sorry for that.

1. 17 mpg is better than I get out of my 92 OBS Chevy C1500 V-8. 2. An FJ doesn't even pretend to be a family vehicle. Totally retro-utilitarian. 3. Wanna Camaro, buy a Camaro. 4. Blind spots? Try driving an 18 wheeler. That's why God made side mirrors, learn to use them. People don't drive FJs cause they are functionally correct. People drive FJs because, as stated, they are "DOPE" !

Well it is a toyota Fj and you will only have to replace parts after 24 year's

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely, the are reliable as heckl

I guess the FJ is kind of comparable to a 2 door jeep as far as comfort and capacity goes.

@OutboundIntent

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly, it’s definitely a bit bigger but still smallish

@DaLizMs

2 жыл бұрын

Jeep don't compare in ride comfort to the FJ, Not even close.

@michelt4390

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah... compared to a 2 dr Wrangler, the Fj is easier to get a rear passenger in and you have more trunk space

@Steve211Ucdhihifvshi

Жыл бұрын

and the fj drives liek a car compared to any jeep. But when this dude said he likes to go fast im like righhhttt. well sell the fj and buy a porsche, you cant have racecar handling and balance with the prowess, reliability and economy of a hybrid all in one.

Go to atoy custom

@OutboundIntent

2 жыл бұрын

What do they do?

I hear a lot of mimimi. Why do you drive this car when you have so much issues with it?

Been driving mine since 2007. There are NO blindspots on the FJ! So over hearing this. Learn how to aim your mirrors. I can see each lane for miles rear ward, I just don't get it.

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

I am mostly discussing the B Pillar blind spot, when coming up to weird intersections it is very noticeably blocking the view of traffic. The merge blind spot can be fixed with the circle wide view stick on mirrors

@augustinewilliams2868

Жыл бұрын

That the best one I ever had I cannot come out of it I have a second vehicle I cannot park it for two days I have to get it back it looks am in a bolet proof body so thick

YO YO😂😂❤❤

@OutboundIntent

Жыл бұрын

YO YO YO

Like anyone should listen to some 19 year old kid who hasn't had enough life experiences to fill a thimble😂😂.

Families are overrated. Enjoy your FJ.

I know this is an old post, but you should take it down. It’s Toyotas version of a Jeep. If you think it drives bad, try a two door Jeep. I have both vehicles and both lifted. I don’t understand anything your saying. It was not meant to be a 4 door SUV. Keep posting tho.

Click bait

I daily drive a 2007 fj 2wd. I bought it in 2023 for $7500, 178k miles. I live in colorado and 2wd doesnt not sell, so can get cheap. I lowered it 2 inches put smaller michelin highway tires 245/60r17 . And i am getting 25 mpg highway. I thought of getting a toyota minivan, a rav 4 or mazda cx5. But those all cost more than this 07 fj 2wd. The mini van would get 25 mpg, the rav 4 cx5 30 mpg but would not be able to tow 5,000lbs , wouldn't go 400k miles on original engine transmission