How many miles is to many?

[RockyZuk]

The head gasket went out in my 1994 Suzuki Sidekick and I was planning on upgrading anyway I have a few questions about the miles and 4runners. I am set on getting a 96-02 4Runner and i am well aware of the reliability but how many miles is to many for used T4R? I feel 8 grand for a 200,000 mile truck seems a little steep. i have found a few 5 speed which i would prefer they just all have a lot of miles. Thanks in advance and happy motoring!

[juicebox]

"Too many" is such a relative term, so alot of people would say yes. Other's say that for a Toyota it just getting broke in.

If you can get by without a vehicle for a while and wait for a great deal to come along you will thank yourself. I would still recommend a T4R because I have always been a fan of any 4x4 with the 3.4L. Miles still matter to me though, as great as 4runners are, they still wear out. I would make sure the timing belt and water pump was done if it's anywhere close to being due. Something with 200K shouldn't be 8,000. Just keep looking around, the classified section here is good, they pop up every now and then.

[tacollie]

I would buy one with that many miles as long as it has been well maintained, but not for 8k.

[Mr. Leary]

8k should get you the highlander addition with 5 speed and the rear locker... and less than 200k miles.

Now if the rig is built... the price may be reasonable.

[CA-RJ]

In 2006, I paid $9,000 for my 97 with the front bumper, lift, 33's and roof rack. It had 136k at the time and is a 5 speed. It now has 197k and runs great. With that said, there is no way I'd pay $8,000 for it now. Things do wear out over time. I'd guess that one with 200k miles would be around $4k-$5k. Don't be afraid of a higher mileage model, especially if the owner has service records. I wouldn't hesitate to drive mine to Alaska tomorrow or through the heat of Death Valley in the summer. If you really want a 5 speed, stay patient. They do pop up from time to time. Check Yotatech and TTORA. I see them pop up most often there.

[MunkeyTX]

$8k is way too steep.

Bought my '98 5spd 4x4 SR5 in '08, had 240k miles, faded paint, ok interior, with no maintainence records for $3500.

However, I now have 280k miles, and the only maintainence I've had to do are oil changes; friggin T4R just keeps going.

[AmericaOverland]

Too many miles?

While driving down the highway, you can see see the road passing under you, when you can see the motor clearly, noting how the motor twists on its motor mounts as you accelerate, you can see the tires underneath you, or you can see the drive shaft turning. Or you see an axle or transfer case on the road behind you.

[Mauzer]

Keep looking, it took me 8 months to find a good deal on a 4Runner. I bought a 2002 4WD SR5 A/T with less than 100k miles for just under $10k this past October. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT!*







*and I'm a former JEEP guy