Want to upgrade my '01 Limited but too many miles?

[stickcharmer]

So I have as my daily driver an '01 limited 4x4 with 160k miles. It runs perfect, has been serviced regularly and have not had any major issues. I'm at a point where I can beef it up to better handle off-roading or sell it and get something newer. Am I past the point that this would be a waste of money or are they holding up to 200k + any advice is welcome.

 

[T4R2014]

160k is lower than average for a vehicle sold in 2001 my friend. The newest 3rd gen you can get is at least 13 years old now. Not easy to find these with under 100k.

 

[gamefreakgc]

I'd love to have one with only 160k miles...

But seriously, you're fine. A well maintained engine will last 300k+, others have over 400k miles. I don't know if rust is an issue in Idaho, that's the only thing that will kill your 4Runner.

 

[afg10000]

If it's been well maintained, that ain't nothing. It's a Toyota. Really a matter of opinion on dumping money into an older model vehicle. The money I have into my wife's '01 and my '98 would most likely exceed whatever a prospective buyer would pay. I plan on getting 300k+ out of both vehicles. So I say no truck payments+maintenance+upgrades=cheaper than 2015 TRD PRO 4Runner payments. Beef it up -

 

[MONTYMTB]

So I have as my daily driver an '01 limited 4x4 with 160k miles. It runs perfect, has been serviced regularly and have not had any major issues. I'm at a point where I can beef it up to better handle off-roading or sell it and get something newer. Am I past the point that this would be a waste of money or are they holding up to 200k + any advice is welcome.

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/13529-how-many-miles-your-4runner-19.html

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/41381-highest-mileage.html

 

[SupaSupra]

Our trucks are babies compared to some here. I haven't even hit 150k in mine yet.

 

[UnderFire]

90% of them go till at least 250K, some even higher than that. Lots of life left in her for sure.

 

[REVELC]

F--- Payments. Upgrade it. Lots of people consider the 3rd gen to be the most off road capable T4R.

Mine has 188,000 miles.
Got it bone stock.
Now it has:
Deckplate
ISR
14" Magnaflow
Boss lift
265 MTRs
Aussie rear


I have wheeled it pretty hard already and made it up a few obstacles a Rubi JKU had to bypass. (I know, the problem was the guy behind the wheel but I'm still going to brag)

It still has a bunch of Gusto.
On my way home from work today I punched it pulling out of an intersection and broke both rears loose for about 30 feet on dry pavement. Almost shat myself but it did show me that thing doesnt lack compression.

I am sure if you've maintained it, the truck will treat you well.

 

[1985taylor1925]

There aren't many members here who actually have that few miles on their trucks. Mine had more than 160k miles the day I bought it!

I will be the antagonist here though. If you want something newer, more modern, better handling, more power, etc, I would test drive some newer vehicles and see what you like. If nothing really impresses you and you still like the 3rd gen then hold on to it.

Also, I wouldn't build the truck for off road unless you really intend to push it beyond its limits as a stock truck. Lifting will produce Unforseen issues and expenses unless you spend a lot of money to begin with. Lifting 3rd gens is just "the thing to do" on this forum. I did it. And now I'm moving more toward stock suspension after 4 years and multiple lifts

 

[Unner]

You can have one of two things it sounds like. A new car that is all stock while you make the payments on it or an older car (your 3rd gen) that you can modify and make your own with the money would spend on payments. Personally I like to have vehicles that are different and stand out so I went the second route.

 

[3bears]

im in the group of keep it if its good and you know the history
but some people keep cars till they hit 100k and then sell/trade

that was part of my cars history....original owner, all service including oil changes done at Toyota dealer, traded it for a Subaru
it had 149k on it, no major problems yet
maybe he wanted something smaller with better mpg

but im an old guy (60+) and haven't bought a car with less than a 110k in a long time
Id rather buy a neat car an put money into it

 

[stickcharmer]

There aren't many members here who actually have that few miles on their trucks. Mine had more than 160k miles the day I bought it!

I will be the antagonist here though. If you want something newer, more modern, better handling, more power, etc, I would test drive some newer vehicles and see what you like. If nothing really impresses you and you still like the 3rd gen then hold on to it.

Also, I wouldn't build the truck for off road unless you really intend to push it beyond its limits as a stock truck. Lifting will produce Unforseen issues and expenses unless you spend a lot of money to begin with. Lifting 3rd gens is just "the thing to do" on this forum. I did it. And now I'm moving more toward stock suspension after 4 years and multiple lifts

The easiest way I can reply is this: Ive owned a 2007 FJC for 5 years. Sold it when I decided to go back to school. I loved the off-road capabilities when it was stock. I want performance like that again. The two downsides to the FJ for me were the width and suicide doors. If I can get the T4R close to those standards (im not an extreme off roader but like to take old logging/service roads) then Ill be a happy camper.

 

[Unner]

These trucks are incredibly capable stock. Throw some good tires on there, put it in 4WD and go to town. Since you have an 01 it has the ATRAC and all those goodies. They aren't quit as good as having a true locker but they can simulate a locker by dragging the brakes on certain wheels. It's a pretty good system. I've never been stuck in my 01 and it's all stock mechanically other than the stock size Rugged Terrain AT tires.

 

[1985taylor1925]

The easiest way I can reply is this: Ive owned a 2007 FJC for 5 years. Sold it when I decided to go back to school. I loved the off-road capabilities when it was stock. I want performance like that again. The two downsides to the FJ for me were the width and suicide doors. If I can get the T4R close to those standards (im not an extreme off roader but like to take old logging/service roads) then Ill be a happy camper.

In that case, what about a 5th gen? If I could afford one I would test drive a trail edition or the new sr5 in a heartbeat. Or a taco

 

[shootmymime]

So I have as my daily driver an '01 limited 4x4 with 160k miles. It runs perfect, has been serviced regularly and have not had any major issues. I'm at a point where I can beef it up to better handle off-roading or sell it and get something newer. Am I past the point that this would be a waste of money or are they holding up to 200k + any advice is welcome.

a number of us supercharged our truck at 200,000

im repairing my parents truck (broken flex plate) at 308,000 then probably going to sell it for around $2,500

so yes they are great long lasting vehicles. i updated my suspension at 170,000 and it was needed so id say go for it and put some money into it.

Ps. your in Eagle, ever make it over east idaho? thats where im at.

 

[Supermoney]

We did our lift, wheels, tires, 231mm tundra brakes all at 155k....which is nothing at all. We honestly plan on keeping this truck until 300k+, no reason not to because the matinence on these is cheap.

 

[JayRolla]

I bought mine at 180k miles. Been modding ever since. Your helping her out by replacing worn out parts. I'm at 250k now and hope to hit 300k without too many issues.

 

[absalom]

160k is pretty high miles, better fork over your life savings for a new 5th gen.

 

[1985taylor1925]

160k is pretty high miles, better fork over your life savings for a new 5th gen.

Alright alright, I like a little bit of sarcasm

 

[seabun]

If you watch the news, I'm sure you've seen at least a few videos of some rebel group or terrorist army roaming around in a bunch of old Toyotas. Or the episode of Top Gear where they imploded a building on top of one, and it still fired up. There's a reason for that; Toyota's last forever! I just passed 175k on my 99 and while 200k seems like a lot, my truck runs better than when I bought it (at 150k) and I feel fully confident it will last a loong time.

160k miles is pretty good and there is tons of life left in your truck. I don't know about you, but I hated having car payments, and other than aesthetics and a few features, any modern convenience you can think of can be added to your '01; just look around these forums!

Not to mention, I still think 3rd gens look better than 9/10 "new" vehicles.

I totally get wanting to have something newer, but if you decide to keep it do so with confidence; these trucks were built to last and won't ever go out of style :thumb: