Are high kms a BIG deal??

HBADGE

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Im looking into a '97 and got some info on this vehicle;

1997 Toyota 4Runner, SR5, 4x4, 5 Spd, White, 3.4L 24 valve Four Cam V6, 189K Power Windows, Locks, Mirrors, rear window, A/C, Tan Cloth Interior, Alarm, Keyless Entry, Remote Start, Tinted windows all around, 31" Michelin LTX tires on 15" stock rims, SAFETIED! ( Passed Apr 1 2005, just yesterday 1st time through with ease )

$17 000 obo. Perfect Truck for the TRD SuperCharger
( This is my first attempt at selling it, so I'm starting the price high for now. )

This is one WICKED SUV, They're not rare or anything, but they rarely go for sale. Probably not a whole lot of interest on here but
PM me your's (or your Dad's) contact info and I'll get back to you.


Well maintained, Synthetic Fluids all around: Mobil 1 Engine Oil, Synthetic Trans, Transfer Case and Diff oils, Toyota Long Life Coolant, Everything Toyota Genuine Parts except Goodyear belts, Interstate 1000 CCA battery, skid plate bolts, and minor engine add-ons.

No "PISTON RING: AUTO VALUE" Shopping done.

Mods:

Pioneer DEH-P5500 MP3/CD, prewired for amp/sub in the rear hatch. Only tested out my amp and sub. ( Custom Sub/AMp install was one of my summer projects planned ) , Custom power attenna switch to make it go up or down at will.

AIR RAID Throttle Body Spacer ... didn't really feel increased power, but definately increased highway fuel economy.

Air Box Deck Plate Mod: cut a hole in the Air Box, installed a replacable screw in lid to seal off the hole again. again, further increased Fuel Economy and gave the engine a wicked howl and grunt when at wider throttle.

AMSOIL reusable washable air filter. 4Runner enthusiasts online claim the Amsoil cleans better than K&N and that what I wanted, clean.

White Front signal and corner lights. ( still have the stock amber lights )

Had this truck for 4 years, did everything but serious off roading, the odd trip off a dirt trail when camping or blasting through deep snow for the hell of it that's it.
Went everywhere from Banff to Montreal with it.
Never had to do serious repairs, This Toyota is SOLID!

Recent Repairs:
Timing Belt done at 135K
Toyota Spark Plugs, 1 yr
New front sway bar bushings 6 mo.
New Front Stablizer Links, 6 mo.
New Inner Tie Rod ends and boots. 6 mo.
Rear brake shoes, 1 yr


This add was over a year ago and since then has 200 000 kms(Around 125 000 miles). Now my concern is the high amount of k's. Would it be wiser to search for another with lowers k's, especially being a '97? The asking price has been brought down btw.
 
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High Kms isn't a huge deal (it's a toyota) but that asking price is way too high.


I bought my 96 for $6500 with 290,000 kms and the engine and drive train are in great condition. there is no question about the longevity of these trucks so don't be afraid of some Kms.

That runner off the heights has been for-sale for ever, I'd get it checked out. But I'd also not pay a dime over 10,500 for it.
 
I second getting it checked out and that the price is way to high.

I bought a 2001 with 139,000 for $13K.

To each his/her own but personally I prefer to find a vehic of any make as stock as possible (no mods) and mod it myself. You don't want to pay a high price for a truck that has been wheeled and driven by a lead foot and worn out. Always look for the little old lady who only drove on Sundays type sales or as close to that as you can get.
 
i bought a 96 with 120000 miles now has a 146000 for 7200 after tax tag and tittle and all and i love the truck to death wouldnt sell it at all but that one is alot of money because you can pick them up pretty cheap if you can find them which is the hardes thing to do
 
sounds like a truck from yotatech..

ill check the link to make sure

too be honest.. get a stock truck that has not been modded and do the mods yourself.. I have the deckplate in mine but that guy sure has prob put it to some test.

most likely look for a 99 for around 110k or so or maybe 100. thats the best year to get imo. look for one with the e locker.. has a rr diff lock button on left side of steering wheel side.
 
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There's a SC'd '00 Runner for sale over on yotatech with 120k and a lift,big tires and a few other goodies and he's asking $13.5 but he'll probably have to settle closer to $12k. Even in Canadian $$$s that price is too high especially for a older 4Runner.
 
just food for thought..

I got mine with 112,000 miles for... $8,500

SR5 all premium power, leather, sun roof and 31's.

17k sound pricey, unless it comes with a backseat full of bikini babes wanting to change your oil and wash your.... uh....
truck. :D

Drew
 

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