Recent content by albelee

RE: Nice Enkei Wheels! The 20s' wheels look very very nice ... where did you get em? Since it's a deep-dish design, does the wheel slightly protrude from the sides of the SUV or is it flush? Thanks!

Decent deal $28,500 is a great deal! I was recenl;y in the market for the same exact configuration and the best offer I got from three different dealers was $28,0422 *includes rebates.

Thanks Very helpful thank you ... it looks like there's no getting around the incremental car tax CA charges for out of state registrants. In my case, having bought the car in NC at 3% sales tax, I'll have to pay an additional 5.25% in taxes. AAH THE LEGACY OF GOV. GRAY DAVIS!

Thanks Thanks for the reply...

I'll be purchasing a 4Runner in NC at 3%, once I move to CA, I'll get taxed again by CA DMV another 5.25% (8.25% - 3%) if I register an out of state vehicle? Please tell me this is not true??? thanks

I've been told all SE models with leather are aftermarket and not from the manufacturer (like the Limited). Can anyone share some insight regarding the quality of the leather on SE models? I keep hearing nightmares about the quality of the leather found in SE models ... maybe the lack of...

VLF I was on CA DMV and it doesn't quantify the fee? Do you recall the percentage?

Does anyone know what the current vehicle lic. fee is in CA? I'm assuming it's a percentage of the vehicle purchase price ....? Thanks

No 4Runners in NC? Which 4Runner model are you looking for that's so hard to find? What are the tax implications of buying in Marlyand?

Does anyone know the residency and local DMV requirements in terms of purchasing a car in VA or NC? I have an NC address but a CA driver's lic. Will I still get the 3% sales tax? Thanks

Does anyone know the residency and local DMV requirements in terms of purchasing a car in VA or NC? I have a NC address but a CA driver's lic. Will I still get the 3% sales tax? Thanks

RE: Toyo Guard is .... It's an option that includes exterior paint sealent, undercoating, interior protection application. should I get this 'super-sized?' Like you, I'm confused as to what this option actually is ... it's 619 bucks.

$26,492 (excludes tax, title, reg., includes $2k 04 rebate) 2004 SE 2WD V-8 Driver Lumbar Support Remote Security Sys. Carpet, Trunk Mats Window tint Cig. lighter Rear spoiler JBL cass/CD/10 speaker ...whaddya think? thanks

RE: 04 SE 2WD V-8 ... out the door $26492 (exclude tax, tit. reg) a good deal? $26,492 (excludes tax, title, reg.) 2004 SE 2WD V-8 Driver Lumbar Support Remote Security Sys. Carpet, Trunk Mats Window tint Cig. lighter Rear spoiler JBL cass/CD/10 speaker ...whaddya think? thanks

Response I plan to use the car primarily for highway use ... occasionally haul heavy items (1x month), and have no plans for off-roading). I'm looking at the 2WD V-8 SE as the dealer has made me a very compelling offer on an brand new 04 model. $28,492 (excludes tax, title, reg.) 2004 SE 2WD...