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Old 01-27-2014, 12:56 PM #1
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Looking at Buying
My wife and I are looking at buying a 2004 4Runner SR5 with the v6 in it. Actually found a 4wd that had the 3rd row seating in it lucky for us.

My question is, is there anything I should be on the look out for when test driving it? It has I believe they said 140xxx miles on it. They have it listed for $8995.

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Old 01-27-2014, 01:16 PM #2
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Here is some great info for new owners.


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Sounds like a pretty good starting price. Check all the usual used car things, fluids, maintenance records, rust, carfax, etc. The V6's have been known to blow head gaskets, which is a very expensive repair (around $3k). Calipers are known to stick. Make sure 4lo engages as well as center diff lock works. You may also want to peruse this link. Pre-Purchase Info, Modifications, Write-Ups, Quick Links, and FAQ's
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Yeah I knew of the head gaskets being a problem. I read through some of the faq, just didn't know if anyone knew stuff off the top of their heads
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Other than for sticking calipers and 4L actuator sticking there isn't really any major issues. Mine has been great!
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What is everyone getting for the real world mpg? We drive probably 80% highway. Here is a link to the 4runner also.

2004 Toyota 4Runner SR5 For Sale In KANSAS CITY MO - ROBERTS COMPANY MOTOR MART LLC
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MPG is hard to say since many of us are lifted and using larger tires.
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I don't mean to thread jack but I had some of the same questions. I'm looking at purchasing an 06 SR5, 4x4, v6 with 105k miles, 1 owner, starting price is $14,888. Located at a dealer here in Billings. We took it for a test drive and everything checked out nicely, couldn't hear anything out of the ordinary from the engine. We were thinking of offering $13,250. Fair?

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I don't mean to thread jack but I had some of the same questions. I'm looking at purchasing an 06 SR5, 4x4, v6 with 105k miles, 1 owner, starting price is $14,888. Located at a dealer here in Billings. We took it for a test drive and everything checked out nicely, couldn't hear anything out of the ordinary from the engine. We were thinking of offering $13,250. Fair?

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You've got the upper hand buying at the end of the month. I'd offer $13k out the door and walk on them if they don't bite. They'll call you back.
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What is everyone getting for the real world mpg? We drive probably 80% highway. Here is a link to the 4runner also.

2004 Toyota 4Runner SR5 For Sale In KANSAS CITY MO - ROBERTS COMPANY MOTOR MART LLC
I've got an 04 4x4 V6 with 155k. I drive roughly 80% highway. All stock components. We get roughly 17-18 mpg's
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MPG is hard to say since many of us are lifted and using larger tires.
I would probably put on bigger tires or at least more aggressive thread
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