Recent content by 4RunnerBubba

It is possible that the computer doesn't take into consideration when you start your engine or stand in idle. These would consume gas but register no miles. Might explain why the experience mention above about the only time its consistent is if 4-r is run consistently without any restarts and...

I'm actually glad now that I got my V8 SE last month instead of waiting for the 05's. I could have saved some more if I waited until August but not sure if I could have gotten my 4runner in the config I wanted.

The MPG on Sequia is only 15/18 for the 2005 specs. 14/17 for 2004 The high MPG (highway) for Tundra appears more to do with gearing than engine. City MPG is 17. Current V8 4Runner MPG is 15/19. My guest it that the MPG will go up by 1.

What exactly is the invoice price? Dealer and Carmax has Invoice ~$3500 below MSRP Edmunds and KBB has Invoice ~$4000 below MSRP This was on a SE v8 4x4 @$35K MSRP. It is consider "fully" loaded here on the mid atlantic region. What options did you get for $37K MSRP?

I got one of the 11,055 4runners in July. If you're counting, I got a 4x4. BTW, I just debadged my "Sport Edition 4WD" on the doors. Have to admit, it looks better, and wife agrees.

New 4Runner How does the new CAT look compared to old Just picked up an new SE V8. My VIN number states it was produced after the TSB so it should have the fix from the factory. How can I check? I don't notice any sulfer smell but it only has 35 miles on it right now. Haven't really pushed...

My New 04 SE V8 I've been lurking for the past few months trying to decide on a 4runner. I'm out of the closet now. Like to speak my 2 cents. This past Monday, picked up a 04 SE V8 4x4. Decided to bite the bullet b/c selection (for a V8 SE) was getting tight (wanted the Stratosphere Mica...