Did I Price my Highlander Edition correctly?

[boostincoupe2]

I posted my truck for sale after glancing at some CL ads as well as similar trucks on this forum. I'm not getting a bunch of hits on it yet, which is surprising.

Is the truck reasonably priced, given everything I've repaired/replaced/upgraded?

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/sale-...a-1999-4runner-highlander-edition-4x4-v6.html

 

[MyHigh]

FYI

A SR-5, sport edition isn't always known as a highlander. To be considered as a highlander the truck would have a series of options one of which would be a factory E-Locker. Without the factory locker it is not a "Highlander"

 

[T4R2014]

FYI

A SR-5, sport edition isn't always known as a highlander. To be considered as a highlander the truck would have a series of options one of which would be a factory E-Locker. Without the factory locker it is not a "Highlander"

This is definitely a factory Highlander. The common misconception that goes around on this forum is that all Highlanders have the locker, but all the Highlander was is an appearance package that got you a hood scoop and painted bumpers.

There are even 2WD Highlanders.

 

[nc-grayson]

FYI

A SR-5, sport edition isn't always known as a highlander. To be considered as a highlander the truck would have a series of options one of which would be a factory E-Locker. Without the factory locker it is not a "Highlander"

Not true

 

[MyHigh]

Well, I stand corrected I now see that it's either a xp or sx package.

Thank you!

I guess that makes the ones with a locker even more rare.

 

[T4R2014]

Well, I stand corrected I now see that it's either a xp or sx package.

Thank you!

I guess that makes the ones with a locker even more rare.

I wouldn't even call it rare, at least in northern NJ. About as common as any other 3rd gen. The base model is what I would call rare. A fair bit of Limiteds(probably a majority) have the rear locker. What is rare is for pretty much any SR5 or base model to have a rear locker. Locked base models get 4.56 gears.

 

[threadlessclimber]

I know somewhere there are production numbers to prove the rarity of a "highlander" or the opposite but my seat of the pants observation is that they are not as rare as theorized but more coveted. I've owned 2 3rd gens and spent 8 months looking before I bought my current 99 sr5 v6 5sp e-locker non highlander (previous owner put a oem sport hood on it basically looks like a highlander with chrome grill and bumpers), so I've done a little shopping. That's my thoughts on it all

 

[4-Ripcord]

From the buyer's guide:

Like T4R2014 said, lockers are very common to find with the highlander package.

SR5 HIGHLANDER (Sport)

-This trim model was available from 1999 to 2000. It was never officially 'badged' as the highlander, the only place it actually says highlander is on the original window sticker. Most people simply call these Sport 4runners.

-Notable features include the standard Hood Scoop, black or wood grain interior trim pieces, cloth sport seats, color-keyed bumpers, fender flares (black SR5 flares in ’99, color-keyed limited flares in ’00), Limited '5-star' wheels, roof rack, fog lights, Larger brakes, Optional 5-speed manual transmission and optional Rear electronic locking differential. It is very common to find these with the e-locker option, but not a guarantee.

-4.10:1 diff gear ratio without elocker, 4.30:1 with elocker.

-Highlander models with the rare combination of 4x4, 5-speed, and E-locker are commonly regarded as the most ‘off-road capable' of all 3rd gen 4runners, and are very desirable.

Colors:
The highlander trim model was available in Imperial Jade Mica green and Black. In 2000, this package was additionally available in Millennium Silver.

-In 2001 the ‘Highlander’ package was removed from 4Runners and made into a completely new vehicle. The all new Toyota Highlander. The new Toyota highlander was a unibody, car-based SUV compared to the 4runner’s rugged body-on-frame design.
Resource: Toyota 4Runner Highlander Information

Photo courtesy of RonMAIDEN.

 

[Run 4 Fun]

I wouldn't even call it rare, at least in northern NJ. About as common as any other 3rd gen. The base model is what I would call rare. A fair bit of Limiteds(probably a majority) have the rear locker. What is rare is for pretty much any SR5 or base model to have a rear locker. Locked base models get 4.56 gears.

Is this really true about 4.56 gearing? I purchased a 96 sr5 that had a rear locker and sold it to a family member. I only wanted the supercharger off of it. It did seem a little more power when taking off, but I thought is was the 4.30 vs my 4.10. I'll have to investigate.

 

[jaimesleo]

Can i buy the trunk cargo cover only? [MENTION=63416]boostincoupe2[/MENTION]

 

[T4R2014]

Is this really true about 4.56 gearing? I purchased a 96 sr5 that had a rear locker and sold it to a family member. I only wanted the supercharger off of it. It did seem a little more power when taking off, but I thought is was the 4.30 vs my 4.10. I'll have to investigate.

That SR5 had the 4.30 gears. The 4.56 gears were in the base model to make up for the 4 cylinder.

 

[Run 4 Fun]

That SR5 had the 4.30 gears. The 4.56 gears were in the base model to make up for the 4 cylinder.

Gotcha, good to know.

 

[Oprah]

From the buyer's guide:

Like T4R2014 said, lockers are very common to find with the highlander package.

I've been under the impression that "Highlander" springs that everyone talks about are the 1" taller springs offered as part of the Highlander package.... are these springs simply the taller springs that came on all '99 4Runners that are taller than the other 3rd gen years?

 

[T4R2014]

I've been under the impression that "Highlander" springs that everyone talks about are the 1" taller springs offered as part of the Highlander package.... are these springs simply the taller springs that came on all '99 4Runners that are taller than the other 3rd gen years?

It was a model year variance, not some factory Toyota lift that came with a hood scoop. Honestly, you barely notice a difference between a 1999 and any other model year at this point.

So much misinformation spread around on the Highlander package.

 

[4-Ripcord]

I've been under the impression that "Highlander" springs that everyone talks about are the 1" taller springs offered as part of the Highlander package.... are these springs simply the taller springs that came on all '99 4Runners that are taller than the other 3rd gen years?

All 4wd 99's had these springs, yes they are about 1" taller than the other years.

 

[Oprah]

It was a model year variance, not some factory Toyota lift that came with a hood scoop. Honestly, you barely notice a difference between a 1999 and any other model year at this point.

So much misinformation spread around on the Highlander package.

I believe this is the original post that I learned that from... and it's linked in the Buyer's Guide (http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-g...hreads-must-read-new-members.html#post1472045)

(http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-g...4runner-lift-information-faqs.html#post567802)

The 99 Highlander Springs
If you want a small lift or have worn out springs, a good option might be to change out your springs for springs from the 1999 4Runner Highlander Edition. these springs sat 1" higher than any other 3rd Gen 4Runner. They can be ordered online or at a Toyota dealer.

99 spring part numbers:

• Front Passenger Side Springs - Blue / Yellow (48131-35400)
• Front Driver Side Springs - Blue / Pink (48131 - 35350)
• Both Rear Springs - Yellow / Red (48231 - 35210)

Pros: Fairly inexpensive, OEM ride quality.
Cons: Small amount of lift. (might be all you want)

Should that info be edited?

 

[boostincoupe2]

Good info guys. I'll hold at $6,000 or best offer then. Hopefully someone comes along soon!

 

[T4R2014]

Should that info be edited?

Yes, it should.

 

[steezemcqueen]

Not all 99 4wd's came with the taller springs. I've seen a few that were the standard springs. Some regular 4WD's did come with them but all the 4wd Highlander editions did have them. Thats why its commonly referred as the Highlander springs.

 

[white_n_slow]

99.7842% of the general population does not know or care that it is a highlander. Therefore placing a premium on that particular piece of 90's marketing makes no sense. It is a clean black 4Runner with a hood scoop, good things. It has a rusty undercarriage and deferred maintenance, bad things. Your ad kinda makes you sound like a jerk, I'd lowball you for the fun of it!:flipoff: