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Originally Posted by pointman
It’s a newer vehicle. It offers more features. If he’s financially capable of making the move why shouldn’t he.
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That's a solid point you made there - but you have to look at this from the outside. Would you not want to do a test-drive at the very least before signing paperwork? For example, as soon you drive the vehicle off the lot...regardless of how many miles you drove, the value of the vehicle itself just dropped a good amount. Imagine doing that where you make an U-turn to the dealership 1 mile away from you and asking for a full refund because you changed your mind, it's not going to happen boss.
Not shitting on OP for the decision he went here, trading it in without test-driving if that's the case but for majority of people, it's always best to test-drive and address concerns/questions prior to signing paperwork.
I'd hope this is the same way for Carvana customers who buys their vehicles online...they go to their local dealership / dealer who has a similar car (could be a different color with few options missing) and test-drive it with no intention to buy it from said dealer. This way they know what they can expect if they go ahead with the Carvana order since they'd never be able to test-drive the same vehicle until it's delivered...so their second best option is to test-drive a similar vehicle locally. That's what I'd have done if I had opted for a 4Runner via Carvana.
I don't want to sound ignorant but majority of folks including ones who's 'financially capable' of getting anything they wanted would not want to see their money go down the drain over some stupid mistake. If there are folks with this kind of mentality where they "burn" money and not feel much remorse about it, I only pray for your financial future in the long run. It's not easy making a buck in today's society so every penny counts.
OP I have a '18 Limited but from what I can see with the 2020s, not much changes beyond cosmetics and the addition of Toyota Safety Sense. I am not even sure if 2020s are equipped with LED lights...for the price I paid for my '18 Limited, LED lights should have been included!! Either way you are in good hands already if you have a 4Runner which is a reliable vehicle. That's all it matters, having a reliable vehicle that can get you anywhere with no issues assuming you keep up with regular maintenance and don't neglect the vehicle!
/end post - now off to my dealer for them to inspect my flat tire...!