So after a few months of researching, saving, a nice tax return, and searching, I have now have a 1999 SR5 4x4 (auto). 238*** km (148*** miles)
I had another thread about the wisdom of buying a used build and as it turned out, after driving a number of different 3rd generations, the built truck was easily the most solid, well taken care of and in the best shape.
The build includes ARB front bumper and running lights, Budbuild sliders, Blistien shocks/Toyotec (I'm pretty sure) lift (I forget how much. The second picture looks a little taller than it actually is because the slope is a little funny), wheel spacers (again I forget how much), SCS F-5 17x8.5 wheels w/ BFG T/A KO tires (brand new), Bushwacker fender flares, DVD/stereo stuff (going to get rid of the amp/sub. I want to sleep in my truck). I'll have to go over all the paperwork and see what else was done. I know there is more, just don't have it off the top of my head. I'm pretty sure almost I've got almost all service/maintenance records.
Some major maintenance (timing belt/waterpump, etc) have been replaced within the last year. The body is pretty much completely rust free and the frame isn't bad at all.
One of the CV boots needs to be replaced, but he included the part as well as an extra. Rear passenger axle seal is leaking a bit (not terrible) and the front passenger is starting to a bit. E-brake cable is broken (it's an auto so I'm not super worried right now). Shift solenoid code is showing, but still running and shifting very smoothly. Windshield has some cracks. All of these I'll be able to do myself or with the help of my brother (a mechanic).
Because of that stuff, I was able to get the seller to go from $7000 to $6000.
Needless to say, I'm stoked. I'm definitely going to get some better pictures up once the truck is actually in my possession (couldn't get insurance for it today and I'm from out of town, so it's sitting at my brother's place for the next week or so
out::Cry
Regardless, I'm excited to finally be part of the community!
I had another thread about the wisdom of buying a used build and as it turned out, after driving a number of different 3rd generations, the built truck was easily the most solid, well taken care of and in the best shape.
The build includes ARB front bumper and running lights, Budbuild sliders, Blistien shocks/Toyotec (I'm pretty sure) lift (I forget how much. The second picture looks a little taller than it actually is because the slope is a little funny), wheel spacers (again I forget how much), SCS F-5 17x8.5 wheels w/ BFG T/A KO tires (brand new), Bushwacker fender flares, DVD/stereo stuff (going to get rid of the amp/sub. I want to sleep in my truck). I'll have to go over all the paperwork and see what else was done. I know there is more, just don't have it off the top of my head. I'm pretty sure almost I've got almost all service/maintenance records.
Some major maintenance (timing belt/waterpump, etc) have been replaced within the last year. The body is pretty much completely rust free and the frame isn't bad at all.
One of the CV boots needs to be replaced, but he included the part as well as an extra. Rear passenger axle seal is leaking a bit (not terrible) and the front passenger is starting to a bit. E-brake cable is broken (it's an auto so I'm not super worried right now). Shift solenoid code is showing, but still running and shifting very smoothly. Windshield has some cracks. All of these I'll be able to do myself or with the help of my brother (a mechanic).
Because of that stuff, I was able to get the seller to go from $7000 to $6000.
Needless to say, I'm stoked. I'm definitely going to get some better pictures up once the truck is actually in my possession (couldn't get insurance for it today and I'm from out of town, so it's sitting at my brother's place for the next week or so
out::CryRegardless, I'm excited to finally be part of the community!
