Darn I miss my 4Runner!

[Rob_G]

This summer I made probably the worst mistake I've made in any car deal I've had. I thought I wanted a cheaper car, so I traded my 2010 4R TE for a 2013 FR-S. The car is ok, except for the camshaft timing issues which are plaguing current owners. However I am HUGELY MISSING my 4Runner and want one back! So now I'm looking at a 2013 4Runner TE and trading the FR-S back to the dealership. Negative equity is my nemesis at the moment and I'm not sure I can pull off a deal. At first the dealership offered me cost price on a new TE, but then talking to the sales manager the other night he said he wanted $1250 profit. I explained certain financial situations which are affecting any deal so I think if they want the $1250 and I'm lowballed on the FR-S then it's all going to be a moot point.

Sigh, I wish I had kept my 4R, but what's done is done. I can only hope the bank finances my negative equity into the new loan.... I can put $3500 down, but that's going to get eaten by the $1250 and any lowballing on my trade in. Sucks......

Wish me luck please!

Rob

 

[Mark86]

Good luck! We will accept you back into the 4Runner family. I really like the looks of the new FR-S and was considering it as my fun car. Doesn't sound like you have been having a great experience.

 

[Thai]

You need to stick to the FRS. Or get something cheaper with AWD to at least curb your fascination (like Subaru Crosstek).

 

[SV_Dude]

If you're not in a financial situation to get your 4runner comfortably, don't do it! You'll hate yourself even more when you're over paying for a vehicle that is worth considerably less than what you're paying.

 

[deedst4r]

How about getting a used TE? :shrug:

 

[NJshadow93]

Or maybe a used V8 4th gen? They're pretty affordable nowadays!

 

[Rob_G]

If you're not in a financial situation to get your 4runner comfortably, don't do it! You'll hate yourself even more when you're over paying for a vehicle that is worth considerably less than what you're paying.

I already owe way more on the FR-S than what it's worth. If I can move back into the 4Runner and not increase my negative equity even more then I would consider it mission accomplished. It's going to depend a lot on the numbers the dealership gives me. I know, I'm gonna need lotsa luck... lol


Rob

 

[Rob_G]

How about getting a used TE? :shrug:

These are super rare around here....