Recent content by Questtt3

I do too! Granted I am basing this solely on pictures like everyone else at this point, but for me the solid black interior changes with the Soft Tex are a great improvement. I am also finding I really like the exterior as well.

Can't speak directly to 2010-2013 TE trim as haven't seen how it ages yet, but for many auto companies' black trim components (door handles, bumpers, fender trim, etc.), they"oxidize" over time becoming bleached in appearance requiring constant re-treatments of products like back-to-black. In...

2014--What's in a Name: Generation, Refresh, Annual . . . The lead-up to the mid-cycle 5th Generation Refresh was a somewhat exciting as everyone discussed their "wish-lists" of possible changes. Many, especially long-term 4Runner owners, felt that changes would be mostly superficial/cosmetic ...

Thank you Quentin . . . hearing your experiences and advice is really helpful and reasuring as I really like the look of the Softex in the picture. I will definitely do as you suggest and check out the ES or Prius V Five--great idea. Now if they only follow through with this option for the Trail...

Quentin, as you have experience with Softex--does Softex feel leather-like and not plasticy/"vinyl-ish"? In a TE, would you recommend the Softex over the Trail Edition cloth seats? Thanks! Granted I have only seen pictures at this point, but I *really* like the interior changes and I am...

Fiona, it is so funny you say this. When I read your post yesterday, I understood it, but I didn't really see it . . . I almost posted you might consider the fog lights to be "dimples". Then, a few minutes later my 3 year old daughter came over (she loves trucks and is the joy of my life...

Very sharp . . . thanks for sharing!! (Adding to my build list! :) ).

If you are referring to my statement . . . I never said the RX350 was "a step up." Another poster used those words. I merely responded to an earlier poster's "premium feel" statement--did not address performance. Poster said he felt (and I agree) that Toyota might add "a bit of extra premium...

Just read more closely the sign on Chrip86's picture below: "The Most Incredible Ever" While I get the entire circus/Barnum and Bailey "Greatest Show on Earth" theme . . . this statement coupled with Toyota's 4Runner comments at the NY Auto Show (after introducing the 2014 Highlander) . . . all...

Agree--love the 5th Gen. TE, but if could just improve the quality of "plastics" a bit (and get rid of two tone black/gray dash and go all black) and add a little more headroom . . . at the least, that would be an appreciated improvement. I am 6'4" and the Trail's standard sunroof drops the...

So wait . . . are you saying that if I order a Bentley, THEN I would be able to have my all black dash?!? Outstanding, thanks . . . problem solved! ;o) (No expectations, realized it seemed too simple to be actually possible . . . was just curious). As far as the KDSS and NAV being a combined...

I went to a local dealer a little while back . . . at the time I thought I wanted a Trail Ed. without Nav . . . I was told it would need to be special ordered. As a result of T4R members generous help (thank you), I now realize KDSS is important for my needs (and thus includes Nav), however...

Thanks for news--I've been trying to find out what was planned for 2014 4R (particularly Trail)--Totyota has been pretty tightlipped. With so many 2014s already out or info on them already available, I have been hesitant to pull the trigger just on the outside chance a 6 Speed or more HP engine...

CommonRookie--sounds like you got a great deal too. "Premium everything for 33k" . . . that sounds pretty impressive, especially at that price. It does make me think . . . it's just I have heard so many good things about the KDSS for both on and off-road . . . I'd really like to fine a dealer...

Hey Madiusmax (and everyone else) . . . thank you very much for your reply! (Sorry for the delayed response been away). That is really quite amazing . . . great job negotiating! I am in NJ/NY but would happily make the trip if I could get that price. Now armed with your help and what is...