philsey
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Har. Ya beat me to it.
Trading 4runner for FJC ...
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Har. Ya beat me to it.
itsdchz
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It is a lot of money on a 2012 TT model. The miles arent VERY low as they are stating for a late 2012 edition. It is ultimately your call. The vehicle is a $27,500-$28,000 FJ. Then, take into consideration the hit on your 4Runner. I do not think it is wise to go from a vehicle with 3,000 miles on it to a used FJ with 38,xxx miles unknown to you(ie, oil changes, abuse, off road, stupidity).
I too went from an FJ to 4Runner. There are too many likes on the 4Runner that outweigh the MANY likes of the FJ. After owning both, a TE 2014 seems to be a better place to be in the long run.
I too LOVE the 2012 TT color, and always would have liked to own it. Priorities in your life will dictate going down to a much more cramped cabin/cargo space, and dealing with backseat little/no legroom.
good luck either way!
I too went from an FJ to 4Runner. There are too many likes on the 4Runner that outweigh the MANY likes of the FJ. After owning both, a TE 2014 seems to be a better place to be in the long run.
I too LOVE the 2012 TT color, and always would have liked to own it. Priorities in your life will dictate going down to a much more cramped cabin/cargo space, and dealing with backseat little/no legroom.
good luck either way!
HammerHead
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FJ half doors suck for getting in and out. That price seems high for a used FJ. I went from an FJ to 2010 4Runner and was happy with the xtras space and doors.
hikenbike
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Quite the contrary, their results are damn near perfect. It's an 07.
dwm2112
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I have both. My wife drives the 4Runner and I drive the FJ. For my purposes I prefer the FJ for my daily driving. I don't need or want all the bells and whistles that come with the 4Runner. That said, when road trip time comes I do prefer the 4Runner for many of the reasons mentioned here. Ultimately you have to decide what is important, works for you, an you can afford. Personally I think the hit you will take trading your current 4Runner is more than I would be willing to take. I would stick with the 4Runner.
CatskillsRunner
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[MENTION=66316]1engineer[/MENTION] ROTFLMAO:rofl:
Yep. And you know what the best part is? He can keep everyone straight! I can remember the really funny posts but not always their authors.
You just know Greg has a spreadsheet.
("_______ says he bought a Pro for the suspension, _________ says he loves his 4Runner so much he can't bear to get a dent in it---wait, wait!!!--now wants an FJ! ____________says he wants good gas mileage but just bought 4 285 Duratracs").
flighht2k5
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It amazes me how much hate the fjc receives on Toyota sites. They are sweet trucks and I would love to own one.
tamerunner
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Don't think it's hate your getting. I don't remember anybody saying they hated the FJ. Most just sounded like they enjoyed it but it was time to move on.
flighht2k5
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williamlv282
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They're just odd, honestly. For what they are, they can be great off-road vehicles. I believe that everyone that owns one ultimately just realizes that it's missing some features they want or that the features it already has are incredibly inconvenient for use as a daily driver.
I owned a 2010 2dr Wrangler Rubicon and it was an awesome vehicle for off-roading. I can't say enough good things about how it performed off-road, but I was also compromising in everything other category when I used it as a daily driver. I would probably feel the same way about an FJC.
This thread is coming from a guy that has previously mentioned he is afraid to get his 4runner ding'd up in the parking lot. I highly doubt he's about to go get some trail scars.
It just doesn't seem like his kind of vehicle, and people are answering honestly.
dwm2112
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I can assure not everyone that owns a FJ ultimately just realizes that it is missing something is totally wrong. We are on our 3rd 4Runner all which have been driven by my wife as they have met her needs. I drive the FJ and would never consider replacing it with a 4Runner as it meets my needs better. I do not want all the bells and whistles the 4Runner comes with. I prefer more spartan appointments and the unique styling of the FJ.
I visit both FJ forums and this one and see people going both ways routinely. People buy and drive what meets their needs and not everyone's needs align its your opinion.
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Agreed. Ive traded so many cars. For example my 8 month old 2014 merecedez for my 2015 4R Trail. Trade was harsh but hey im happy. :thumb:
It would appear enough people felt this way that the FJ sales numbers weren't high enough to keep it in production for the US. I know initially I wanted an FJ... but the blind spots and lack of features led me to the 4Runner.
dwm2112
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I agree the sales numbers were no where near what the 4Runner has been but that is not the cause of the departure from the U.S. market. Since launch Toyota has said it would be a 1 generation and done vehicle so they are simply doing what the plan was since inception.
If they sold in enough numbers, I have no doubt they would still be produced.
I've always kinda thought the "FJ" line was like the "McRib Sandwich" of Toyota. They bring it out every now an then to a bunch of fanfare and excitement.....then take it away for several years before doing it again.
I thought they were a good deal when I bought mine in 2008 (at around 25k). Then the prices went up dramatically, and I question whether they were worth the 10k hike by the time they pulled the plug.
I thought they were a good deal when I bought mine in 2008 (at around 25k). Then the prices went up dramatically, and I question whether they were worth the 10k hike by the time they pulled the plug.
I think Toyota has a lot of SUV's and there was too much overlap. I think a lot of people loved the FJ styling but ended up wishing they had a more refined interior and more options. They couldn't add those for fear of cutting into 4Runner sales.
In a different lineup I think the FJ sold under the Landcruiser name as sort of an entry level LC with some LC luxury would have been great. This would have again put it in direct competition with 4Runner/GX460...
wfo9
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FJs are great, I don't know why the closed minded folks here have to hate on them.
They each have their pros and cons. FJ is the off-road capability winner in many situations. 4Runner has way more room and comfort.
One is not better than the other. It just depends on your priorities. I wish I could morph my 4runner into an FJ or Jeep on tight technical trails. However, I love the fact that I can take a wheel off and put my very expensive mountain bike in the back of my 4runner and not have to worry when I stop at the store or work... Or load tons of stuff up for a long overland trip. The versatility of the 4runner is its strength.
They each have their pros and cons. FJ is the off-road capability winner in many situations. 4Runner has way more room and comfort.
One is not better than the other. It just depends on your priorities. I wish I could morph my 4runner into an FJ or Jeep on tight technical trails. However, I love the fact that I can take a wheel off and put my very expensive mountain bike in the back of my 4runner and not have to worry when I stop at the store or work... Or load tons of stuff up for a long overland trip. The versatility of the 4runner is its strength.
