Need information about Toyota Mark II 2000 (JZX110 and GX110)

[yilevolacu]

I want to buy Mark II 2000-2004 model. Mainly due to the rear wheel drive and the legendary 1JZ engine in JZX version. However I need some information about it.
How is the availability of parts, are they available, and what is the price compared to Accord CL7 and CL9?
Which version should I go for, the 2.0 with 1G engine or 2.5 with 1JZ, I would prefer the JZ one, but what do you guys think?
What will be the fuel consumption of both versions, I know its a silly question, but just for informations sake how much can i expect from it?
Any other information regarding the car would be appreciated.

[capsat]

How is the availability of parts, are they available,

at scrap yards with insanely high price.

I go for, the 2.0 with 1G engine or 2.5 with 1JZ, I would prefer the JZ one

none would be in its stock condition but with messed up chaotic wiring

What will be the fuel consumption of both versions,

not over 7 km/ltr in city 9 for highways for 2.5 - & 9 ~ 11 for 2.0

@rajaatta @dani_kk

[rajaatta]

Well gx110 is a good option if you are a slow driver around on highways and urban driving conditions and it is a daily driven vehicle too.

[yilevolacu]

So in short you mean, I shouldn't go for Mark II?

[yilevolacu]

at scrap yards with insanely high price.

How much would the bumper or a headlight would cost, for example?
Are the prices comparable to Accord CL7/9 or much higher?

[capsat]

Are the prices comparable to Accord CL7/9 or much higher?

in that comparison Honda is cheap, Mark II / Mark X cosmetic parts are expensive at scrapyards. Brand new is out of question

[capsat]

So in short you mean, I shouldn't go for Mark II?

it does not matter if you have resources to buy a Barbus Grade Merc or a RR Phantom, in Pakistan. It is about cost of maintenance, parts and availability of skill to do the regular maintenance of such vehicles.

your money your choice sir all the best good luck

[yilevolacu]

The thing is that I needed a powerful, preferably a rwd car around 15 lacs that could be used for fun, but could also be used as a daily driver. Fuel wouldn't be a problem but the maintenance and parts can be. Mark II seemed like a great option since Mark X was a out of my budget, but you since you told me that it isn't really reliable I'll have to rethink about it.
But considering my requirements what car do you prefer?

[dani_kk]

Jz 2.5 will be good and it pulls 7-8kmpl local and 12-13 long & is good car with comfort and road grip. And parts are available in timargara & Quetta.

[capsat]

sir for daily ride fun & long drive with family i'd suggest look for a local car which can blend into traffic easily., new maintenance parts are available at reasonable price, body cosmetics are available from new parts market. if it goes dead ( highly unlikely ) any road side mechanic can fix it to reach home.

my dime value approach to select a vehicle in any given budget

[yilevolacu]

It won't be my daily driver, but it should be able to act as one.
Why do you think it wont be reliable, my friend has a 2000 Crown and it is in perfect condition just like brand new.

[yilevolacu]

Is 2000-2006 Mercedes C Class better than Mark II in terms of parts and condition or not?

[dani_kk]

It's like coming out of deep well and then jumping to another, and more deep.

[yilevolacu]

What about Mark X?

[dani_kk]

Cool car

[yilevolacu]

Of course it's a cool car, but I'm taking about it's resale, reliability and price of parts in pakistan.