Recent content by BB4R

Hey emyhre, congrats on the new 05. I've got one on order myself. Can I ask where you're located? I'm curious as to where they're starting to show up around the country. Thanks! BB

Well, the papers haven't been signed since it's on order, but their giving it to me at $500 over invoice which should bring it in at $29 something. BB

At first he mentioned a $200 deposit, then immediately corrected himself and said, "You know what, don't worry about it--we can always use a vehicle like that if you decide you don't want it." I was very happy with the treatment I received, and assuming all else goes well with the transaction...

Just try another dealer. I contacted two about getting an 05 spec-ed out the way I wanted it. One (Toyota of Plano) just came back and said they had no information on 05s and couldn't tell me when they'd get any. Essentially, he said I was SOL. The other dealer (Fowler Toyota in Dallas)...

Thanks for the follow up, guys. Any idea how long my order is going to take? The dealership gave me the standard 6-8 wk story. I have to go through Gulf States, so I'm not sure if that slows things down or not since they are a distributor not owned by Toyota. BB

I wonder why Edmunds only lists side curtain airbags as an option on the Limited. According to the Toyota website, this is an option on all three models. I'd really like to get these, but I hear it's almost impossible to get a 4Runner with them unless it's a loaded Limited. BB

Valid question. The main reasons for me are: 1. Will rarely tow anything, so I don't need the extra torque. 2. The new 5-speed transmission and horsepower ratings of the two engines make them more or less equivalent for my everyday driving needs. 3. Even though the difference is small, the V6...

Just ordered Been a longtime 4Runner admirer, but never owned one. Yesterday I finally broke down and ordered an 05 SE, 2WD, V6, side airbags, JBL w/ 6-disc in dash changer, auto-dimming mirror, Natural White. I'm glad they left the silver accents on the SE because I like them on certain...