Slim pickens for 08 V8's @ dealer

Falls

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I was out for a while running some errands , stopped at the Toyota dealer.

Lots of 4R's left , they must have just got a shipment in because last week there was not that many. They have a huge sale on 08 to clear them out . Really good prices hanging on the mirrors and low interest rates for those who finance.

2 V8's out of the pack of about 20 + , they were limited models , all else was V6. Heck if I don't buy my lease out in FEB I may have to get a V6.

They have a lot of SR5's ( most of them ) ,couple of Urban's , about 2 sports , a few limiteds .

Whats the difference in an SR5 compared to the sport ? I know Xreas , cosmetic exterior stuff , but the really seem like a good buy , I really never looked at them when I was shopping. I kind of like the 16" rims ( i think they have ) , the no Xreas if you want to replace shocks , springs or do a lift. Other than the chrome grill , chrome door handles , chrome area on the back ( hate chrome !!) lighter interior , but basically the same as a sport . Now keep in mind I was looking in them at night , in the rain , with a flashlight........ is that a dedicated 4R owner or what ....lol :D

I love my V8 but wouldn't pass on the right truck with a 6cyl either. No I'm not looking , I usually look at used one's to see how they are holding their value. Actually holding pretty well around here , now ya go across the street to the chevy dealer and look at the used Trailblazers and Tahoes ....OMG.

Ok I was just babbling..... back to the Packer game :D
 
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Considering the steep decline in 4Runner sales in 2008 (down 42.8% YTD) and August sales (down 50.5%)
it should not be a big surprise that there are not a lot of V8 4Runners on dealer lots.
Also not a big surprise to me that the V8s that are available are more top of the line type models.
 
Yeah....I'm thinking about going into our local dealer, hopefully within a month or so, and offering them $32K out the door WITH tax, license, etc. for a V8 Sport Edition. Wonder if they'll take it. Or am I even being generous with that?
 
Falls said:
Now keep in mind I was looking in them at night , in the rain , with a flashlight....

That must have looked wicked sketchy haha I can picture a bunch of sales rep looking at surveillance tape like WTF?!

Anyways, I would go with an SE just for the interior alone, but thats personal preference. Oh and of course that non functional hood scoop.
 
-auto dimming rear view mirror with compass
-bigger brakes (don't know this for sure, nor do I have the specs, but that is my understanding)
-power seats
-leather wrapped steering wheel
-heated mirrors
-telescoping steering wheel


The SE's just seem to come better equipped from what I have noticed. For example, I haven't seen many SE's without a sunroof, rear spoiler, etc. even though those are considered options on the SE.

If I were to go with an SR5, I would do the Trail Team edition, which is basically just a tricked our SR5 with more off-roading options. Personally though, If I had to chose between the TT edition and an SE, I would still probably lean towards the SE. I need to see the TT edition in person though, they sound great.
 
G.I.G. said:
-auto dimming rear view mirror with compass
-bigger brakes (don't know this for sure, nor do I have the specs, but that is my understanding)
-power seats
-leather wrapped steering wheel
-heated mirrors
-telescoping steering wheel


Don't forget the controls on the steering wheel.

I've seen the same thing here. Very few 2008 V8's and the dealership don't think there will be many in the new 2009 models either.

:(
 
Bought ours in May from Fitzmall. It had the exact combination of features that I wanted and came in Salsa Red. Had looked for that combination for 5 months with no success. Absolutely love the 4Runner. It is our 1st SUV and will be primarily be used as our retirement traveling car. Planning to go out West and up to Alaska. Wanted something super reliable with true 4-Wheel Drive. Getting about 18.5 MPG around town (according to the electronic indicator).
 
I do love the SE and the V8 , no doubt there !!

I'm kind of a nut with looking on lots at truck's , when I have a little time on a sat. night or sunday when the weather is crappy . Thats usually the only time I have to snoop....lol.
 
V8's have spectacular deals nowadays. When I bought my Urban Runner, I could have gotten a loaded V8 for cheaper. And during negotiations, dealer kept saying " I can only do that on a V8" or " I can add that feature if you would like to look at V8's".... And that was back in May, they are probably more willing to let them go since then...
 

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