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Official Delivery/Possession Update Thread
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There are still places in the US where the know nothing is pretty standard -
Anyone else waiting on their FE to be released from the port in Portland, OR? Any insight?
I log in then on the "search Inventory" I click "crossover/SUVs", then "Land Cruiser" , input my zip code and scroll down to the advertisement with my Dealer listed/my vehicle
Yep, mine has been there since the 22nd. I talked to my dealer on Friday and he said there’s only one guy doing the PIOs. Hopefully we’ll see see some of them released this week.
From my understanding..... until your dealer tags the VIN with sold (mine is tagged sold) the database doesn't see a change in status and displays the last status, in your case "sale pending". not positive on how it all works tho'
Waiting for mine to decide what looks best on the heritage blue
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Got mine.
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So you’ve had yours for a bit now, I’m very curious your thoughts at this point specifically compared to the Overtrail GX. I will be looking to buy in about a month or so and about every day I swap back and forth between going with the GX or the LC with premium package.
LC pros:
- I prefer the front end of the LC vs the GX
- Significantly better gas mileage
- I loooove the Heritage Blue and brown leather color combination
- 3 zone climate/air vents in the ceiling in the back (I don’t think reviewers have bragged on this enough, this is huge for carseats)
- LC has that nostalgic, long lasting name association
GX Pros:
- Other than the grille, I think I prefer the styling of the GX just a bit more
- V6 engine might get worse gas mileage but I have heard nothing but incredible praise for how it drives, sounds, etc.
- More cargo space. I know why it’s there, but the battery hump in the LC is a bummer
- Acoustic glass. I’ll be coming from a Wrangler so either one will be a wind noise improvement, but the GX seems to win in that category vs LC from what I’ve heard.
Biggest cons of the GX for me are the lack of overhead air vents (I know the luxury trim gets them but I’m specifically looking at the Overtrail) and, more importantly, the distance to the closest dealership. I’m about an hour ish away from my closest Lexus. While I hope it’s never a need, any recalls or repairs will be a bit of a pain to deal with logistically vs being able just drop the LC off at the local Toyota dealer.
All that to say, it sounds like you drove an Overtrail and now own the LC. I’d love to get some in depth thoughts from you on pros/cons and if you think the LC was a better choice for you after having it for a bit.
Top one for me
Love our new FE! Last Monday, our salesman called and said if we didn’t want to wait for “our” FE—at Long Beach since 4/30 and expected 7/13, he had another in Meteor Shower he could secure from a nearby dealer, and we could pick it up the following day for the price we had previously agreed on. We jumped on the offer and headed to the Valley to pick it up on Tuesday, 7/2.
We are still learning about it, but are so happy with the vehicle. It’s plenty powerful-we’ve been in driving in ECO mode mostly. Left the dealership in Sport mode, but it was too jumpy off the line, etc. It’s fun to drive, and I love the visibility.
The technology is impressive (I’m coming from a 20yo car). Seats are comfortable (the husband is 6’ 5”). Two 6’ 6” sons sat in the back and had plenty of headroom, though they would’ve preferred a little more legroom.
We are so glad to finally have it - fits in the garage with about 3” to spare.
And Meteor Shower is gorgeous in person. I am so glad we persisted to find the FE color we wanted. MS looks different in various light, and I couldn’t love it more.
Huzzah!
We are still learning about it, but are so happy with the vehicle. It’s plenty powerful-we’ve been in driving in ECO mode mostly. Left the dealership in Sport mode, but it was too jumpy off the line, etc. It’s fun to drive, and I love the visibility.
The technology is impressive (I’m coming from a 20yo car). Seats are comfortable (the husband is 6’ 5”). Two 6’ 6” sons sat in the back and had plenty of headroom, though they would’ve preferred a little more legroom.
We are so glad to finally have it - fits in the garage with about 3” to spare.
And Meteor Shower is gorgeous in person. I am so glad we persisted to find the FE color we wanted. MS looks different in various light, and I couldn’t love it more.
Huzzah!
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My story is short, after making 100+ calls, found mine in Anaheim , (close to Disneyland) Southern California. Made a 500 deposit on May 24th. Was made at Tahara on May 31st. Landed at Long Beach, on board Sakura Limited on June 23rd. Currently, going through port installed options. Hopefully coming to dealership on July 19th at MSRP. VIN is JTEABFAJ3R5003401. Can barely wait.
looks great!! what brand are the crossbars?
Factory.
Pleasantly surprised on their beefiness
Curious, how far are you taking the clear bra? Wrapping the entire vehicle? I'm highly considering it but considering wrapping only up to the A-pillar.
