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Hi, I must admit I "WAS" so happy with the Prado, which is a reflection of Toyota Motor Company producing well built vehicles. Unfortunately after spreading the word about my situation its amasing how many people are unhappy with the servicing of their vehicles at Toyota dealers. If I were Toyota Australia I would be concerned....I will give you an example.....I mentioned in my thread earlier that the Service Manager quoted My service history does't look so flash even though my servicing was scheduled every 10,000k give or take a couple of thousand k's and then quoted why was your service book not stamped? I replied "THATS FUNNY "WHY DIDN'T YOU" ????? "YOU SERVICED IT"!!!!! HE WAS LOST FOR WORDS. Toyota Servicing? not so sure any more I guess the result of my vehicle will influence my decision. Regards, Maba. maba........care to tell us who the dealership is ? they sound like tools, I'm sure you are waiting for an answer from them first BUT stuff them, JUST tell us who they are............ Hope it works out for ya without getting reamed, eventually you will tell us who the dealership is and If I get a Prado or another model I will keep away from dealerships. I also suggest you find a proper independent mechanic and stuff those dealerships no matter what Make of Car you drive. I found over the years dealerships usually rip you off. Keep us posted..........

I'm with ya "ontrak", I am also thinking of buying a toyota (used not new) and have been put off by this thread, I am looking at the Prado being smaller than the 100 series. Thinking of traveling north up the east coast with a reliable 4wheel drive. Even though most reviews on the Prado are pretty good THIS thread is putting me off !

Good point about the diesel engine. With LPG fitted I'm told they do a great job and with the government rebate of $2000 it works out cheap. I haven't heard any complaints from people at work that have converted to Gas so its still an option for me (unless the car I buy has GAS already) thanks for your input

Ok, a quick read on a few threads researching my next purchase and so far I read (a wheel falling of ?) and this thread, a blown engine at 58000km ? The Early Prodo's I am looking at have well over 120000km and some MUCH more. Is this common on the 96-2002 models to blow an engine ? Feel sorry for ya dude

Any Updates ? I am researching my next purchase on a Used early Prado and your scaring me :( I haven't heard anything about wheels falling off ???

Hi, I am after the same info on LPG, I am looking to buy a Prado in the coming weeks for my well deserved trek up north . I was also told the direct injection LPG is better with no loss of power........