Replaced 1993 with 2005 4runner

[sbsurface]

Hello, I am new to the forum, great information available. I just replaced my 1993 5-speed with a 2005 V-8. Black on grey, roof rack is about it. I got a $1,000 rebate and zero % for four years. The 2005 only cost about $5,500 more than my 1993 cost 12 years ago. Seems like a good deal considering the V-8, auto and additional creature comforts. I am stoked, thanks for all the good information.

 

[alpha]

very nice.. pics? of both?

 

[sharp4runr]

Congrats on your new purchase. The 2nd and 4th generation and worlds apart.

 

[Mark86]

Congrats on the new truck. I bet it feels kind of weird for you because the 1993 is a truck and the 2005 feels a bit more like a sedan. Lets see some pics of both rides when you have a chance!

 

[khaug]

Hello, I am new to the forum, great information available. I just replaced my 1993 5-speed with a 2005 V-8. Black on grey, roof rack is about it. I got a $1,000 rebate and zero % for four years. The 2005 only cost about $5,500 more than my 1993 cost 12 years ago. Seems like a good deal considering the V-8, auto and additional creature comforts. I am stoked, thanks for all the good information.

Good move!!!

Now, enjoy all the improvements and refinements the 4th gen has. Going from a '98 to an '03 for me was like moving out of the stone age, so I can hardly imagine how much better your 4th gen will feel to you after living with a 2nd gen.

Enjoy.

 

[Koz]

Welcome to the 4th Generation, you will LOVE it and this site! Just hide your wallet.

Koz

 

[sharp4runr]

Just hide your wallet.

As a concerned fellow 4Runner owner, I'll hold it for you :runaway:

 

[Koz]

As a concerned fellow 4Runner owner, I'll hold it for you :runaway:

Here's the problem; my wife decided I could not be trusted to have one anymore.

Thanks for you concern,
Koz

 

[rdist]

Congratulations. I replaced a 95 4Runner with an 05. I love my 05 but miss the 95.

 

[mtnc]

I replaced my 1991 4Runner after 13 years and 222K miles with a 2004 sport 4WD 3 weeks ago. I'm finally getting around to selling the old one. I took the V6 emblem off the '91's grill and installed it on the 2004. Looks good, and will maybe bring me the good luck I had with the old one. There is no comparison between the two. The '04 is great.

 

[mowCOUGAR]

New to the forums here, but long time reader. Holy Cow are you guys full of a ton of info or what??

Anyhow, congrats on your purchase.

I gave the soon to be X-Wife my 99 Limited (DOH!) and traded in my BMW on an '05 V8 Sport..... However, now I am trying to figure out what other things I can do to it other than having really dark windows all the way around!

Yeah!!!!!

FYI.. took it up to Mt. Hood for the first time 2 weeks ago here in Oregon! Talk about a solid ride...

 

[sbsurface]

Hello, thanks for all the welcomes. I have attached a picture of the old and the new. when I get a little time I will have them face to face. I only hope the 2005 is as trustworthy as my 1993 has been. So far, I am impressed with the ride quality, power and the additional creature comforts - very nice ride.

 

[sbsurface]

Here is the old one, been a great auto.

 

[mowCOUGAR]

You older one looks better!

 

[mowCOUGAR]

I also risked going black, and haven't thought twice about it. Matched the front 2 windows to the back ones... Looks great!