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FS: 98 SR5 - TRD SC, URD, Bilstein, Daily Driver. $10,000 Savannah, Ga

invictus

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Hi everyone,

Well when I sold my built 4th gen to buy this cherry I swore to myself that I would never get rid of this truck for the rest of my life. I looked long and hard to find one in as immaculate condition as this was and couldn't be happier with the outcome. I somewhat impulsively just purchased a 14 trail edition when Toyota offered 0% on it so now I am putting my cherished 3rd gen for sale.

This truck is in absolute amazing condition. The paint looks like new, the interior is 100% free of rips, tears, stains, fading, etc. The frame and suspension parts only have the normal minimal surface rust - when I installed the lift approx. 15k miles ago, I pulled off factory bolts that had been on there since day 1 and none were rusted, seized, anything. I am constantly impressed with this truck and get complements on it literally every single day. Everyone that knows me tells me that I'm crazy to sell this truck, and maybe I am, but I don't off road or anything and I just don't have use for 2 vehicles.

I am the 3rd owner - 1st was a GA Tech professor that maintained it religiously until about 2.5 years ago when he sold to a Toyota tech. That owner installed the supercharger at 190k miles, so this has only been boosted for about 25k miles total. Truck has been in north Georgia its entire life until I brought it to Savannah 2 years ago.

I purchased it from him in north Ga summer of 2012 - it was completely stock minus the supercharger and in cherry condition.

when I purchased at 190k, I immediately had the water pump and timing belt done as well as multiple gaskets, seals, hoses, etc. Pretty much a full overhaul, not because it needed it, but just for peace of mind. My entire thought process for this truck has been do whatever I can to ensure that it will run and drive like new for as long as possible.

This truck has never been off road. No, seriously. It has been a daily driver all it's life and I just put the suspension mods on it to improve looks and make it ride better, which it does. No major scratches or dings in the paint anywhere. I run 93 octane fuel but it is not necessary without the smaller SC pulley. With 98 I'm getting combined MPG of 17 with a few hundred pounds of mountain bike/ camping gear in the back.

This truck drives straight and has zero handling issues. I have driven long distances multiple times and it is fairly comfortable for a 16 year old truck. The only thing to highlight is that some sort of power surge from the LED taillights shuts off cruise control when you use your turn signal. Same effect as hitting your brake, cruise stays on but the speed setting is turned off. I figured I could deal with it for the modern looking taillights. Also, radio antenna motor doesn't work - I just leave it down all the time and still pick up all radio stations without issue.

ALL maintenance records and parts receipts on hand.


SR5 4x4 Non-locker
Power windows, locks, moonroof

Suspension:
Bilstein Tacoma 5100 fronts (~2.3" front lift)
OME 881 front coils
Bilstein 5125 rear
Toytec superflex rear coils
Toytec adjustable panhard bar
New OEM LBJs, ITRE, and steering rack guide @ 198k miles
Power steering rack bushing kit
Removed rear sway bar (still have it, comes with truck)
Energy Suspension bushings all around
Toytec diff drop kit (not installed but brand new)
Tundra 231mm 13WL brakes (comes with extra set of OEM pads and shims for next change)
Tow package

Performance:
TRD Gen 1 SC (fully rebuilt and not installed until 190k miles)
URD 7th injector kit @196k miles
URD 2.2” pulley (not currently installed)
TRD dynamic tensioner pulley @200k miles
ISR Mod
B&M tranny cooler @ 200k miles
New Rad!ator Radiator @ 200k miles
New Toyota factory exhaust @200k miles
Auto Meter boost gauge and window pillar mount (not installed)

Wheels and Tires:
Painted OEM 4th Gen Limited 18”
BFG AT LT265/75/R18 E rated (32”) ~ 70k miles on them, still great condition
Spidertraxx Spacers

Lighting:
Generic blacked out Headlights/ front turn signals
Silverstar bulbs
LED Taillights
Full interior white LED outfitting

Interior/ Exterior:
Weather Tech Digital Fit black Floor Mats all around
Tinted windows all around
Satoshi Grille with FJ “TOYOTA” emblem (also comes with OEM chrome grille in excellent condition)
Plastidipped front and rear chrome bumpers (chrome is in excellent condition)

Electronics:
Kenwood in-dash CD/ DVD/ Garmin GPS w/ USB and line-in audio cable run into center console
Pioneer door speakers

$10,000 firm. I have just over $17k into it so I think that price is a steal.

Located in Savannah, Ga. Active military so schedule is a little hectic but may be willing to deliver within reason as I have block leave coming up. Will discuss further on buyers option.

Feel free to call or text me at any time and I will be glad to answer any questions you may have.

Matt
330-285-7775

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Beautiful truck man. Wish it was in my budget. This has pretty much everything I'm looking for. Hope it goes to a good home! GLWS.
 
Thanks guys. No doubt this would be gone in a heartbeat at that price. I owe you all some better pics so you can hopefully appreciate the attention to detail put into this truck. It is well worth every penny of $10k.

I drove it to the local surf spot today and even after driving my '14 trail edition, I seriously questioned whether or not I would rather drive the 3rd gen. Oh well.
 
Updated pics at the top -

Tried to capture how incredibly clean and well taken care of this truck is inside and out.

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If you want that kind of money for the truck go and park it in the lemon lot on HAAF or FSGA. You'll have a bunch of PFC's ogling over it. One of them might buy it off you cause it looks cool.

It looks to be in very good condition and clean but it is 17 years old and has very high mileage.

You could also list it on CL.

Ill bet the dealer offered 4500 for it for a trade when you bought your 14 TE?
 
Thanks guys. No doubt this would be gone in a heartbeat at that price. I owe you all some better pics so you can hopefully appreciate the attention to detail put into this truck. It is well worth every penny of $10k.

I drove it to the local surf spot today and even after driving my '14 trail edition, I seriously questioned whether or not I would rather drive the 3rd gen. Oh well.

Dude, I bought a 2008 Tacoma double cab 4x4 and I still drive my 4runner everyday. I never thought I'd pick an ol' beat up 14 year old runner over a nice super clean taco, but something about 3rd gens just has me captivated.
 
I appreciate your guys' input and recommendations. The truck will soon be for sale locally but I wanted to offer here first with hopes that it will go to someone who can really appreciate it.

Goto- you're right, there is something special about older trucks that just makes them plain old cool!
 
That's a sharp truck man and I don't usually care for black on black. Yours however changed my mind. The price is too high for me but if it ever drops, ring me up. Well done on that build.
 
Very much appreciated, I've definitely put some thought and effort into making this truck unique.

It will go to a proud new owner soon, I am sure.
 

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