Recent content by frm88

So many trucks at the 9k+ price range here in CA. I found another, probably not worth it but I thought I would share it since I believe its a Highlander. Check first post for details

Same kind of marks are on a few other doors too.. weird.

Yeah if I could get it for 7k I would take it probably, assuming it looks good in person and drives decent. One question, what is going on with the door jam area?? Am i seeing things or did someone try to slam the door shut with the seatbelt in the way like 50 times?

Hey all, What do you think of this 3rd gen, I have not seen it in person yet because its a 3-4 hour drive for me. My only real concern before I take the drive is the rust on the frame. Carfax says it lived in the east coast for about 5 years at the start of its life, then over to CA...

Awesome replies so far everyone. I truly appriciate all of your feedback and information. This has really helped me get a better idea of what to expect and what my plan of action should be once i pickup my 3rd gen. I think my only worry still is that 4 speed automatic. Curious how much it...

Hi all, This is going to be a very subjective question but I am going to ask anyways in hopes to get a better idea of what my expectations should be. Edit: Should probably preface this with this info.. I have only ever driven toyota trucks. I daily drove my 5 speed v6 1988 Pickup since...

Sounds like one possibility could be something getting heat soaked and failing. I would think it would cause some kind of code but depending on what it is, maybe not. I would try hooking up a obd2 reader and letting it record while it sputters out to see if it gives you any indication as to...

Really appreciate the offer! I was trying to keep that in the back of my mind, it's older. But my 1988 pickup feels much tighter. I do keep up the maintenance but it's still on original control arm bushings and ball joints! My Tacoma feels completely different, it's only 4 years newer, and...

Well just got done looking at it, didn't buy it. Looked in decent shape but it just felt.. loose. How would you guys describe the feedback you get driving an automatic 4Runner? This was my first real test drive and everything just felt mushy to me. Steering, acceleration and handling...

Well, I am gonna head down to Santa Barbara tomorrow with trailer in tow. If it looks as good in person as it does in the pictures I should finally have my 3rd Gen tomorrow!

I really appreciate the help PWD4R, trying to see if I can find someone to check it out for me who lives in the area first. If not, I might just make the trip and check for myself unless I get convinced otherwise. Very much on the fence about this!!

Hi guys, I am on my quest for a 3rd gen, and have been looking for quite some time. There is what appears to be a relatively solid one in Santa Barbara CA that has potentially a few concerns that might put me off buying it that I need to see in person before I can commit. The only problem is...

Yeah, I am sure they have quite a bit of money into it at this point. Wish I wasn't having such a hard time locating one to purchase, would make passing on this a lot easier. Lowest they will go is 7k. Do all 4Runner moonroofs tilt and open? or were some just a window?

Well, good and bad news.. I got more pictures and information about the 207k mile sport. Here are all the photos I have of it: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipP_Rz6GKe60CoNrcjxMryru-PBaRvJ5nZ74i_E_Zz2C6HoDIbEafYv7iX7zfMW2Hg?key=NHhBZUUycHpPSW51VENWcml3TElyWXVzS2pQUkRB - 207k miles -...

I accidentally referred to ATRAC when I was thinking about the 2001-2002 Vsc/TRAC systems. I was under the impression that TRAC was very similar to ATRAC though, I'm not actually sure of the difference. If someone is bored, let me know what you think of that blue sport I linked a few posts...