Buying 08 Hilux

[TTB2769]

Hi all,

I am going to look at a 08 3l manual hilux with 72k on the clock, I am wondering if there are any particular things I should be looking for apart from the obvious?

many thanks for your input

TTB2769 soon to be Hilux owner

[dervdave]

Some 07 3.0 d4d models had injector seal washer leaks, leading to combustion leakage into lubrication system, oil contamination, oil pickup strainer blockage, engine oil starvation and ultimate engine failure, so check if yours is either the later unaffected model or has had the copper injectors seals replaced if it isn`t.

[TTB2769]

Wow thanks Dave,

that no small thing then, any tips on how i would easily know either it a later model or had the seals replaced?

many thanks for your input greatly appreciated

Tam

[dervdave]

Check the VIN code with Toyota to see if it already has the updated injectors and seals and do a bit googling :D

[TTB2769]

been on toyota web site and checked the vin number, it comes back no issues,

still a bit concerned

[dervdave]

been on toyota web site and checked the vin number, it comes back no issues,

still a bit concerned

Keep things in perspective, it only affected a relatively small number and most would`ve been uprated by Toyota anyway, if it sounds ok it probably is ok.

The Hilux is by far the best you can buy, the reliability is legendary for good reason.

[TTB2769]

Many thanks Dave, going to see it (pick it up) tomorrow so will have a good listen to it,

feeling a bit nervous as it has been my dream vehicle for years :)

many thanks for your input it has been very useful

Tam

[Devon Aygo]

been on toyota web site and checked the vin number, it comes back no issues,

still a bit concerned

The affected trucks where recalled by Toyota as you have been on the recall checker and there was nothing outstanding the truck was either not affected or has already been recalled and repaired.