- My Forums
- Tiger Rant
- LSU Recruiting
- SEC Rant
- Saints Talk
- Pelicans Talk
- More Sports Board
- Fantasy Sports
- Golf Board
- Soccer Board
- O-T Lounge
- Tech Board
- Home/Garden Board
- Outdoor Board
- Health/Fitness Board
- Movie/TV Board
- Book Board
- Music Board
- Political Talk
- Money Talk
- Fark Board
- Gaming Board
- Travel Board
- Food/Drink Board
- Ticket Exchange
- TD Help Board
Customize My Forums- View All Forums
- Show Left Links
- Topic Sort Options
- Trending Topics
- Recent Topics
- Active Topics
Started By
Message
re: Used Toyota 4Runner - what’s the most miles you’d want?
Posted on 12/31/23 at 2:08 pm to tadman
Posted on 12/31/23 at 2:08 pm to tadman
quote:200K on a well-maintained Toyota doesn't scare me a bit. In fact, I just bought a 2006 Tundra with 212K in July. Still drives better than a new domestic.
I thought this thread would be full of guy saying the limit was maybe 150k but a couple would start at 200k.
If I were in the market for a T4R, I'd find a clean 4WD 4th Gen with a 2UZ (4.7L V8). They literally run forever.
This post was edited on 12/31/23 at 2:12 pm
2
Posted on 12/31/23 at 2:15 pm to dualed
You can typically get a used Lexus GX which has a V8 for around the same price point as a used 4Runner. Either will go over 200k miles with routine maintenance
Posted on 12/31/23 at 3:41 pm to tide06
I don't understand Toyota math.
I did very well selling both of the Tundras I owned by buying pretty basic SR5's and trading them in after 3-4 years with lowish miles and good condition.
To buy a used Toyota is gut wrenching and I am not sure I want to pay new prices now either. The price of entry is extremely high, even though I can afford it I am looking at 5 year old 50k mile Armadas because they are cheap... a similar sequoia is 50% or more expensive with MORE miles on them.
I did very well selling both of the Tundras I owned by buying pretty basic SR5's and trading them in after 3-4 years with lowish miles and good condition.
To buy a used Toyota is gut wrenching and I am not sure I want to pay new prices now either. The price of entry is extremely high, even though I can afford it I am looking at 5 year old 50k mile Armadas because they are cheap... a similar sequoia is 50% or more expensive with MORE miles on them.
Posted on 12/31/23 at 3:49 pm to dualed
50,000
Posted on 12/31/23 at 4:16 pm to dualed
I will sell you my 2014 with 4WD in the year 2034 when it has 300,000 miles on it. 
Posted on 12/31/23 at 4:53 pm to Tantal
quote:
200K on a well-maintained Toyota doesn't scare me a bit.
Purchased a 2002 with 213k on it last February to use as a hunting vehicle. It has given me zero trouble.
Posted on 12/31/23 at 5:18 pm to Judge Smails
310k miles 100 series landcruiser checking in. Get the 4th gen 2uzfe V8 4runner, it will run forever
Posted on 12/31/23 at 5:32 pm to Slevin7
quote:
I’d get the newest cheapest 4wd with <40k miles and drive it forever There’s no real significant change in the past many years though so newest doesn’t really matter. They all have 270 HP. I’d get the lowest mileage 4wd with whatever trim level you like for whatever you can afford
What are you using the 4wd for? It’s not like there is much snow or ice down here.
Posted on 12/31/23 at 5:35 pm to dualed
I have one with 160k miles on it and plan one driving it for 10+ years. I wouldn’t hesitate to buy one at that level if it has the maintenance records.
Posted on 12/31/23 at 5:42 pm to dirtsandwich
Just bought 2004 with 283k miles on it, as a ‘spare’ vehicle from friend. No lights on dash, runs strong, well maintained. I plan to get plenty of years ahead and another 200k+. 4.0 V6 are one of best motors toyota has built.
Posted on 12/31/23 at 5:44 pm to dualed
You easily get 300k on a 4Runner if you change your fluids regularly, check the temp, and some other preventative maintenance stuff before you have to replace anything pricey.
If you can find one made before 2010 with low miles, jump on it. They're extremely easy to work on.
If you can find one made before 2010 with low miles, jump on it. They're extremely easy to work on.
Posted on 12/31/23 at 6:34 pm to dualed
I just bought a 2006 SR5 4x4 with 251,000 . Runs smoother than a Singer sewing machine. You can usually tell if one’s been used and abused.
Posted on 1/1/24 at 7:50 pm to Tantal
quote:
If I were in the market for a T4R, I'd find a clean 4WD 4th Gen with a 2UZ (4.7L V8). They literally run forever.
I have a close friend with exactly that. 120k miles. Dont' tempt me. My 06 F150 5.4 sux and my daily driver car at 60k miles is starting to make some funny sounds (ABC suspension. F me for buying two duds).
I could wipe this all away and buy that 4.7 t4r and a nice little boat to pull.
This post was edited on 1/1/24 at 7:51 pm
Posted on 1/1/24 at 7:58 pm to tide06
quote:
The power train on a 4Runner is good for 250k minimum if properly maintained.
The styling and features haven’t changed much either so it really would depend on how many miles you are comfortable driving a vehicle to, maintenance records and condition.
I’d also add that used pricing on them at times has been so high relative to purchasing new that I would’ve recommended purchasing a new 4Runner for $40k over a used 4Runner with 50k miles for $34k.
This is the correct answer.
Buy a new SR5 (if you don't need the 4WD, and it sounds like you don't.)
I bought a used (35K miles) a little while back, but it wasn't much cheaper than new. Only reason I bought it was that dealers were still on their "market adjustment" bullshite, and thier was a six month wait for a new one.
Posted on 1/1/24 at 8:15 pm to dualed
1 owner, maintenance records, no wrecks, I’d buy one at 150k all day. Still another 100k left before a major repair.
This post was edited on 1/1/24 at 8:16 pm
Posted on 1/1/24 at 8:21 pm to Slevin7
quote:
get the newest cheapest 4wd with <40k miles and drive it forever
There won't be any noticeable depreciation on a 4Runner with less than 40k miles if you can even find one. Might as well just buy new.
Posted on 1/1/24 at 8:24 pm to tadman
quote:
could wipe this all away and buy that 4.7 t4r
Do it!!! My dad has one. 4x4 with the 4.7L. He wants something new because it's experiencing some of the legendary Toyota clear coat failure on the hood; however, even at 260K, it's still running like new, so he can't justify getting rid of it.
Posted on 1/1/24 at 8:29 pm to Sheep
quote:
Buy a new SR5 (if you don't need the 4WD, and it sounds like you don't.)
Bad idea. If a relatively new one is $35K in 2WD and the 4WD is $38K, when you go to sell it, the 2WD will be worth $11K while the 4WD will be worth $14K. You get every single penny back for the 4WD option on resale.
Posted on 1/1/24 at 8:54 pm to dualed
I think the current Model Year version of the 4Runner is almost done, so when they inevitably change the engine in the redesign to the Turbo engine, the current models will only be more valuable. I don’t think the turbo engines will be as bulletproof as the current engine.
I was in this predicament last year and just ended up buying a new one since the low mileage used ones were basically the same price.
I was in this predicament last year and just ended up buying a new one since the low mileage used ones were basically the same price.
Posted on 1/1/24 at 8:56 pm to Ric Flair
quote:
You can typically get a used Lexus GX which has a V8 for around the same price point as a used 4Runner. Either will go over 200k miles with routine maintenance
Solid advice. Lease return GXs are life hacks. Only downside is everyone assumes you’re bringing the kids to the car pool line. But it does make some interesting opportunities to surprise people with how solid they are off-road.
Page 2 of 4
Popular
Back to top
Follow TigerDroppings for LSU Football News