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Thanks for the reply. I did not go with my neighbors only because it is 2WD. I'm looking for 12/13's now. I'm noticing on the forum a preference for 4th gens. Is there a specific reason why that is? Based on the forum 4th gens stop at 2009 and 5th gens stop at 2012. So logically 2013 would...

To find out about the head gasket do I just get the VIN from the owners and call Toyota to check that out? Please forgive my ignorance. Per the owners they have not had any major issues or repairs done since owning.

Newbie to site and 4Runners. Is a tow package necessary if you're towing 12-15 times a year, a bass boat that's total less than 3,000 lbs?

That's a nice 4R! Out of my price range but I'm looking between an 05 2WD vs 12' 4x4. 05 - $7k pay cash. Used for work mostly.. but looking to get a bass boat and do some fishing some. 12 - finance, with $350 monthly payments-I hate payments! I still can't decide what to get. btw -...

So for a 2WD towing say, 3000 lbs boat out of a dry ramp.. would still have trouble? hmm. And for this reason I'm hesitant. Again I probably won't be fishing/towing more than 15 times a year. So for little "use" of the 4x4.. I'm wondering if it's worth the extra to spend on.

Hey guys, Here it is, my neighbors 05 T4R. I got to test drive it early and she has a lot of power, runs smooth. Overall the body looks great for 05. Only two things worth mentioning: 1 - Tire pressure light is on. Owner says sensor needs to be replaced (It's been 2 years and he doesn't...

That's a great deal! Since this is a for sale by owner (neighbor) mine is also a great deal.. I just wish it was 4x4. Now mind you I have searched and search and most 4x4's, that's 1 owner and about the same mileage are going for between $12,000-$15,000 from a dealer of course. Considering...

Exactly, it is a better decision financially.. NO PAYMENTS! And the fact that I would tow a bass boat 10-15% of the time (if that).. doesn't warrant getting the 4x4. Yes.. I realize the "what if's" and "when it happens"... but that's a lot of $$ to spend to get "peace of mind." Btw - how...

Thank you. Can't wait to get my 4R.

Thanks for the response and suggestion. Truthfully I was leaning towards my neighbor's 2005 T4R for $7,000. Reason being I will use this 80-85% (maybe more) of the time for daily travel, work and family stuff. Considering the rest is just for towing a boat when I want to go fishing. My only...

Thanks for the response.. Don't think I said that or intended to sound like that. I am aware the 4x2 and 4x4 towing capacity is the same @ 5,000 lbs (4th gen). I guess bottom line question is do 2WD have that much trouble pulling boats out of ramps when conditions are not good? I think...

New guy here..Glad to be in this forum! I'm sure this topic has been debated to death and back, with pros and cons.. but here goes: I've been looking at 4Runners the last year and a half.. and now really that I want one but I'm stuck as I cannot decide what to get. Below is my situation! USE...

Newbie here also and that's just my situation! I really want a 4Runner. 85% of my use would be for work, soccer dad and local family driving. 15% will be for me towing a bass boat and going fishing! (Getting 16-18' aluminum bass boat.. as light as possible..) Boat, trailer and gear would...

Very Nice! Welcome! New member also.. from Charlotte NC.

Very Nice 4R. Welcome! New member also.. from Charlotte NC.