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Originally Posted by 12guns
I just traded my 96' Tacoma w/ 283k miles in on a 05' 4runner sport v8 w/ 108k miles. This 4runner runs smooth and quiet. The Tbelt has already been changed. No reason it won't hold out well over 200k. In fact I'll not be happy if it doesn't. I've heard the V8 is a very very smooth and reliable engine. Not to mention it's used in a half dozen other Toyotas. You can't go wrong w/ Toyota. Yes, you'll have small things here and there that need attention, but nothing like the Exploder or a GM product. My dad's 04' GMC z71 was a highway vehicle and absolutly fell apart at 100k miles. He spent over 5k in a year on major repairs. I'll be sticking with Toyota. Hope that helps with you decision.
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I had the GMC Jimmy V6 (1996). Rusted out. Sold it for $600.
Toyota V6 4 runner 2005 has been flawless. 150,000 miles - just change the oil every 6 months / 4000 miles with conventional in my driveway (Nassau Bahamas - 24 miles long - all driving short trips - usually under 5 miles a trip).
Spark plugs a few times.
NO RUST! Really.
I test drove a new dealer's Explorer in 2005, then bought the 4 runner new from Toyota dealer's lot.
Had the dealer change Tranny fluid at 100,000 miles. Still strong at 150,000 miles.
Never owned an Exploder.
2011 Limited 4WD with NAV: "CDN Package" (running boards, mud guards, all-weather mats, cargo liner, block heater).
Linear Mode
