Boxy Behemoth
There is no denying the offroad proficiency of the Land Cruiser. The 70 series has proven that it can take whatever the African bush can throw at it and more.
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With that kind of hardcore ability, Toyota further backs up this rugged overlander with a warranty that speaks volumes.
The Warranty
The Land Cruiser 79 series is sold with a 3 year / 100 000km manufacturer warranty, a 5 year / 200 000km maintenance plan and an option for a 7 year / 200 000km service plan.
The warranty covers defects in materials, construction and workmanship and Toyota will replace whatever needs to be fixed at no cost, as long as those repairs don't fall under the exclusions list.
What is NOT covered by the warranty?
- Fire, accidents or theft
- Abuse or negligence
- Misuse — for example, racing or overloading
- Improper repairs
- Alteration or tampering, including installation of non-Genuine Toyota Accessories
- Lack of or improper maintenance, including use of fluids and fuel other than those specified in the Owner’s Manual and/or installation of non-Genuine Toyota Parts
- Airborne chemicals, tree sap, road debris (including stone chips), rail dust, salt, hail, floods, wind storms, lightning and other environmental conditions
- Water contamination
- Tyres
- Brakes
- Clutches
- Wiper blades
- Batteries
- Engine tuning
- Refillable fluids ie; lubricants, fuel, washer fluid
