08-15-2006, 09:48 PM
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Anybody thinking of selling of getting a new vehicle b/c of gas prices?
I filled up my gas tank today and it was a $60 charge. I fill up my 4runner an average of 5-6 times a month......so you guys do the math. I spend a lot of money on gas....
I'm curious if any of you guys are thinking about getting a vehicle with better mileage or a hybrid.
Despite the heavy gas prices, I've decided that I AM NOT going to sell my 4runner
My 2004 4runner Sport is paid off, and there is something to be said for a reliable vehicle like this one. Also, I would actually loose money if I got a vehicle with better gas mileage b/c of the depreciation. On top of that I love driving it, and there is nothing else out there that I really like as much as the 4runner.
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08-15-2006, 10:06 PM
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Re: Anybody thinking of selling of getting a new vehicle b/c of gas prices?
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Also, I would actually loose money if I got a vehicle with better gas mileage b/c of the depreciation.
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Most important reason. I got my Corolla not because of gas prices, but because i wanted to save miles on my baby.
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08-15-2006, 11:11 PM
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poor gas mileage seems to be the only negative about the truck but that was already known when I bought it. great reliability, smooth/powerful engine, cheap to insure, safety, great looks, the positives go on and on. yeah, I think I'll keep it!
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08-15-2006, 11:18 PM
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Not getting rid of the 4Runner, but I did buy a motorcycle. It will take me a few years of gas savings to recoup the cost of the motorcycle/gear/insuarance etc, but the time I save being able to use the HOV lanes on the bike makes up for it. Also it is just damn fun riding!!
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08-15-2006, 11:26 PM
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I've toyed with the idea but knowing that I'll own it next year tells me to hang on to it. Setting aside the money I'd loose, when you do a comparison test to another vehicle that gets 25/31, the savings is only 30-40 dollars per fill up. So, I can understand someone filling up 3-4 times/month.
I only fill up once or twice a month since my commute is less 6 miles each way. Besides, I get reinburst for business travel... so i'll be keeping the runner for a while.
I do want to get one of those cool lookings GTI's.....
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08-16-2006, 12:10 AM
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08-16-2006, 12:29 AM
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Nope it hasn't crossed my mind. Company pays for my gas and the wife works from home. Had our 06 V8 for 2 weeks now and have only filled it up once.
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08-16-2006, 12:50 AM
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As of todays prices I use 100.00 per week in fuel , and would'nt even consider selling the 4R. I drive alot but love the truck.
As far as gas milage I guess I don't know what everyone complains about. I think the gas milage is more than acceptable and on a V8 model better than almost everything out there in its class.
Having a V8 that pulls 16-17 mpg.consistantly ( not going by the comp. I figure the old fashioned way ) in the city with hard stop and go drivng and a lead foot I happier than a pig in chit !!
buying the V8 in this truck was the best decision I ever made , even if some of the V6 guys have better milage.
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08-16-2006, 02:36 AM
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I'm not too concerned about the gas prices since my 4runner is a weekend driver. My daily driver is a 2001 Honda Civic that gets between 36 to 40MPG. However, my fiancee has been driving the 4runner more often than her own car But I can't complain, because she's the one who fills the tank
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08-16-2006, 07:59 AM
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I've been debating on whether or not to park the 4Runner and pick up a 4cylinder for my wife to drive around and save gas. Right now I drive her Celica about 60 miles a day to save $ and mileage but its still not helping.
There are other reasons i was thinking about getting rid of the 4Runner but the overall cost of gas nowadays may be the end all factor.
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08-16-2006, 08:44 AM
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I agree with others that there are way too many positive things about the 4Runner, such that the only negative is the gas mileage.
I have a short commute, so I'm only using about 5 gallons a week going back and forth to work. That makes the gas mileage a non-issue. A couple of years ago, I had a job that was a lot father away and I burned 5 gallons a day! In that scenario, I probably would not have bought the 4Runner, opting instead for maybe a Highlander or something else that's AWD with better fuel economy.
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08-16-2006, 08:55 AM
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I traded in my Mustang GT because I was getting 200 miles on $40 worth of gas and my insurance was $1100 every 6 months (25yo, crystal clear record). I got the 4Runner, insurance went down to $600 every 6 months, and I get about 425 miles on $60. Also, I am interviewing with another job that is only 4 miles away from my house instead of my driving 13 to my current job. So, long story short, by getting the 4Runner i am saving on gas and insurance.
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08-16-2006, 09:55 AM
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I use my VW Golf for commuting to work and around town driving from April to December. My 4Runner is used for weekend towing and winter driving. The Golf's 28-30 mpg for work and 35-40 on the highway helps balance out the 4Runner's lower mileage.
I would consider selling/trading the 4Runner when Toyota puts a Diesel engine in the 4Runner. Hopefully, that will happen in the not too distant future. With the new, larger, Tundra crew cab coming out many truely believe that Toyota simply must put a diesel in this truck for it to compete in that segement. After that happens, maybe that diesel will find it's way into the 4Runner.
Time will tell if/when a diesel engine becomes a reality in Toyota vehicles sold in the USA. Hopefully Toyota "moves forward" and puts diesel engines in some of their vehicles.
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08-16-2006, 12:35 PM
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So far I can deal with the prices but if we see $5 a gallon I'd consider parking the Runner for a cheap gas saving Subi or something but until them I'll enjoy my truck on a daily basis.
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08-16-2006, 02:14 PM
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I keep hearing about people buying a second car like the above mentioned Corolla. I'm a little confused by this.........wouldn't the cost of getting a cheap second car, even with much better gas mileage, negate any savings at the pump?
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