As someone with a 2006 4 runner, 250k miles.
I really hate the fact I cannot buy a new car right now.

2 years ago: changed driver front wheel bearing
Last year: changed alternator and timing belt
this year: passenger front wheel bearing is pending...

Great thing I can fix it, however it is a pain in the arse and sinking $ everytime.

I'd get something newer (2008-2010) and fork 5-6k more knowing its probably better off.

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Posted by 10MTNTiger

Banks of the Guadalupe

Member since Sep 2012

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Posted on 1/26/22 at 12:52 am to htran90

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2 years ago: changed driver front wheel bearing Last year: changed alternator and timing belt this year: passenger front wheel bearing is pending...

What are you talking about? That’s very minor stuff, you should be able to do the alternator and belt yourself easily. It’s a vehicle, it requires maintenance and mechanical parts wear out over time. Your comment makes no sense considering you have 250k miles on it

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Posted by HubbaBubba

F_uck Joe Biden, TX

Member since Oct 2010

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Posted on 1/26/22 at 12:55 am to htran90

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Great thing I can fix it, however it is a pain in the arse and sinking $ everytime.

I used to feel like you, but as I've gotten older, it's become a labor of love for me. I enjoy communing with and knowing what my car needs. It's a point of pride, satisfaction and confidence in my car and in myself knowing something was done right and knowing I was responsible to the health and well being of my car.

I guess my point is, as I get older, I realize more and more that I won't have that many more chances in life to give my son or my grandson (if I had one) life lessons while spending valuable time together with me teaching him the basics of auto mechanics and repair.

If you really like your car, consider keeping it up. I assure you, you'll spend a hell of a lot more each month on a new replacement. While inconvenient sometimes, working on your own car is a sign of manhood, being self sufficient and taking pride in your possessions.

If that were my 2006, I would keep her. But your situation may differ from mine. I have other vehicles to drive.

JMTC

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