@@Redhawk24 not even sure what that guy said in the first place but i just looked at some of your videos and you are BRAIN DEAD lmao, you seem to be enjoying life tho, stay unaware
Purchased a 3rd gen 2 days ago for $5000 with 145k on it all stock with 1 owner and has maintained records and 0 damage. It was purchased from a dealer in mississippi. Called about it and asked whats the lowest they’d take it was listed at $8000 and the guy working was new and asked a coworker and the coworker said $5000 without even thinking before reporting to the boss and the boss was off so he told me $5000 and i said alright ill be on my way and when the boss found out he was mad. Driveshaft did go out on the drive back home and i dropped it off at toyota and they did a deep inspection of it and they said it was very clean and everything works except for the driveshaft so the total for everything with repairs is $6100 and my family thinks i bought a old terrible car but i tried telling them but they are still disappointed but im going to be driving it when they are on there second car😂
i bought one of these too for a similar price.. i will just say, be prepared for more issues and get your lower balljoints replaced ASAP. these are reliable but they're still 20+ years old.
mine is a 98 super clean. i am second owner . has 445,458kmiles on original engine. we dtive it every day. yes stuff will break. but not too often and all repairable stuff. the new ones are jusy money pits. if you could afford to buy one you still would have nothing left for the repairs you WILL CERTAINLY be experiencing . this era of manufacturing was probably the last good run the auto industry had. been selling garbage ever since
Exploding in value is an understatement. This 4runner is going for 18k at dealerships these days. We are talking 130-180k miles on em as well. It's insane
@@onetime359 nice! I found me a badass 99 limited built for overlanding in the imperial jade green for 11,500 a while back. I freaking love it! Custom bumper, 12k lb smitty bilt winch, sherpa matterhorn roof rack, rhino batwing awning, bunch of other stuff. You will likely have no problem getting 15k for one with that low of milage! 😎
@@easton5700 it actually might. in Cali i know someone who bought a similar year taco for 15k. Someone who really wants one of these will pay that for a low mileage good condition one. check BAT and youll see they've sold for that much if not more already. Although i think the value will settle as the used car market starts to normalize again (if it does)
@@jvogler_art4708 I’d rather take W163 💪🏼 it’s so comfortable and fast and will go anywhere 4Runner will! They’re actually very cheap in comparison to 4Runner
The 3rd Gen T4R is hands down the best vehicle I've owned. I'm currently sourcing one, I own 2013 Tacoma TRD Sport fully built, locked, SAS on 37's. and I still want a 3rd Gen T4R
I just bought a 1997 limited 4 runner for $500 bucks, and so far I put $800 to the mortar for repairs, and now it’s running healthy and strong, I can’t wait for future mods. I also live in Texas. It now has 352,000 miles on it.
My wife has been driving a 2000 limited 4runner since 2005. It has 230k miles and has never had a single problem. It also is rust free. Its amazing what an occasional bath will do for your vehicle.
Mine gets 6 months of salt baths followed by 6 months of 100% humidity, The only thing between it and total rot is the layers of Lindseed oil I spray and brush on it every where I can get it, It's an 02 with only 175K on it. The Lindseed oil is incredible and looks like I will be able to get the full life out of my gen 3.
Good to see a video on a 3rd gen … I’ve owned my 2000 4x2 4Runner since I was 18 when I parents bought it.. I took care of it and maintained it.. currently has 224k miles on it.. as a testament to the reliability of these vehicles in 2020 I hardly used it, and it still fires up every time… Ive only had to replace my starter…love my 4Runner never getting rid of it…
My pops bought this year and model brand new and completely regretted selling it. He never would’ve knew it was really valuable and reliable at the time.
I have the exact same spec on my stock 1999 4Runner. Can’t wait to build it up a little. Only had it for a few months. 256k miles, super clean in and out, bought for $3800 in Arkansas.
The "questionable" wood you're joking about is real teak, with a poly coating. In 2020 I bought a '99 SR5 4x4 with 214 mi on it for 2K. Southern truck, no rust anywhere. First thing I did was replace the LBJs. Anyone should do this FIRST when buying a used 3rd gen, unless you can verify that the LBJs are fairy new. '99 has the tallest springs of all the 3rd gen. 4Runners. I didn't bother with a lift, but installed OME coils and Bilsteins all around. New plugs/wires and a new radiator. The truck burns no oil and runs like new. The 3400 is one of the finest engines ever made.
I push a 99 Limited with mild lift with bilsteins and K02s. It lives in the woods around Flagstaff, it’s natural environment. The multi-mode with AWD/4 hi/4 low/rear locker is the business. When this one dies, if it dies, I’m getting another 99 limited.
Good looking 3rd Gen. Loved my ‘02 SR5. Drove it for 13 years and put 175k miles on it. Was totaled by hail in CO. With the money I got from insurance and selling it, I made money after 13 year. Replaced it with a 100 series land cruiser. Haven’t really looked back but I know where it is and keep in touch so I can buy it back.
Purchased a 2001 SR5 2WD for $2900.00 with 248,500 miles in March of this year. I had to put new plugs, wires and ignition coils for around $86.00. Great SUV. Even though it is the "gold" color. I have a CB as well.
Just got mine for $2800 here in Texas with ALL service records. In the "rare" Green (Evergreen pearl) and no rust. Window sticker says it had pretty much all the options minus the locker :(
You can create a traction control switch to turn it on and off, its called the Andy mod. Plenty of forums online to guide you through doing it. I love my 3rd gen, im second owner and got it at 120k miles back in 2017 as my first vehicle and im about to hit 195k. Never left me stranded and is a fantastic offroad capable vehicle
My moms first car was the 2001 4 runner now handed down to me! Love it a lot and I’m already putting a lot of money in it. Lift kit, timing kit, suspension rebuild. Next would be head gaskets which I never done at 200k
I paid 2,500$ 6 months ago 1996 SR5 4Runner 4x4 rear locking differential 1 owner 185,000 miles. I just hit 200,000 the other day . She was a little neglected at the end of her time with the 1st owner. She sat for 2 years as the owners kids went off to the military. I changed all fluids and no problems so far. Now I’m just doing missing trim pieces. Next is the paint as the Las Vegas sun is no joke. I love it!!!
You can disconnect the trac control system by pulling one of the chords by the break booster. I forgot which one specifically but it works really well. No more “cutting of power”.
The Trac doesn't cut power, the vsc does, Trac does wheel brake to divert torque to the wheel with traction versus the low traction/spinning wheel. If you go into low and lock the center it will turn off vsc and the Trac will be on. It works decent that way. The 4th gen 4Runner and on as well as FJ have a more advanced version though.
First car my grandmother bought fresh from the lot was a 2002 4Runner 4x4, now with 270K miles it was passed on to her son in law to myself. It’s in pristine condition, we’ve been maintaining it, keeping everything at OEM specs… except for the tundra front brakes. I’m planning to keep it as a daily driver, road tripper, and as a capable off-roader. I trust this baby to last me another 5-10 years.
Northern New Mexico hu?? well that's a great deal, i mean for 6k I would expect something with 300k+ miles and extreme rust or a major mechanical problem like transmission, but this guy is really lucky Good for him
Bought a 2002 4Runner Limited in March for $4500.00 with 191,000 new tires ,new timing belt,water pump ,new pulleys,new radiator new shocks, new plug wires and tuned up all replaced at 187,000.The only thing that don't work is the CD player going to put aftermarket one in.The color is Dorado gold It's a beauty !
I had 2 third gen 4Runners and a 2nd gen. They are a beast off road and I will put them up against any stock Jeep. I currently rock a 07 Tacoma and would love to go back to a 4Runner for off road. I have son's with cars and have too many cars at my house and need to be able to tow my camper, so I will gladly stay with a Tacoma for now, but still love the 4Runners.
Yeah I really got a great deal on my 2000 Limited 4runner. It is the covered Green ext. with tan interior. Not a spot of rust on the body or the frame and a J model made in Japan. I'm looking forward to this build once in done I'll do a video. I paid $2600. when I went to a used car lot looking at 2 Silverado's. As I was getting ready to leave I saw this 4runner in the back corner of the lot. I asked it that for sale and they said yes, it was covered with a lot of dust and dirt. As I inspected it while they got e keys I crawled underneath and saw not a spec of rust on the frame or body & said to myself if this runs good I'm buying it. Brought the dealer down from $3500 to $2600+tax and she is an amazing daily driver. But I'm looking forward to building and sharing with everyone out there. BTW I just bought this rig in the summer of 2022 in Michigan but whoever had this before me really took care of it. A treasure find and video hopefully later in 2023😊👍🏾
If you are ever in Southern California, I will be more than happy to show you my 2002 4 Runner. I bought it brand new, in 2002 and only has 160K mileage on it. It runs great, I prefer driving it than my Lexus 2010, which I also bought new in 2010.
I have a 4th Gen 2003 Toyota 4Runner Limited V8 4WD. 187,000 miles with 3 inch lift with upgraded shocks and some AT3s. Only issue is the cracked dash but it’s not terrible. With 0% rust very well taken care of. Great SUV/Truck and anyone looking for one I hope you find it getting harder and harder. I paid $14k for mine with the lift and tires already done. I drove a 2006 with the V6 and 100k miles completely stock which drove great. But the V8 once you drive it you don’t want the V6. Good searching everyone sorry if you thought I was selling mine. They are out there!
I did the same too the T4R is an all around superior vehicle. I swear every single electronic component in that damn Jeep xj broke lol I drove around at night without interior lights for years 😂
1999 and 2000 are the best years to get; mine has 2wd, any time 4wd, center locked H4wd, and Low4wd drive center locked with or with out rear elocker enabled. WOW what a mouthful!!!!
I just bought this exact model, a 2001 limited 4x4 black/silver 170k miles. It runs but odo doesn't light up so I need to fix that and valve cover is leaking but no rust or leaking axles so I'm excited to clean it up and start modding lol. I want to do a 2" lift and 33" tires and get one of those swing out arms for spare tire.
I love the 3rd Gen, my favorite 4Runner body design. My sister in law has an all black one that they've just restored that I'd love to buy off them but they won't let it go.
I just bought a 99 Limited w/ 187k miles. My Son in law bought a brand new one so I grabbed his 99 for the price they quoted him for trade in. It's just a fun car for me, I had no idea they were a thing!
I purchased mine from a company that only put 130,000 miles and bought it for 4K. They were desperate to sell it and well I’m so glad I did. Soon to be upgrading suspension and wheels.
I love my 02 limited in thundercloud metallic. I bought her at 220,000 miles and now it has 298,000. It has bx built headlights, jdm led turn signal mirrors, gm alternator upgrade, 231 mm tundra brake upgrade, apple carplay and a ton of maintenance items. All im waiting to do now is install my bilstein 5100s and ome coils with jba upper control arms, and get a jdm spoiler. But yeah thats it for my build
man theres cheaper options out there for lighting and despite the lead times hit up BxBuilt for some sick ass retrofit headlights. I got the turbine shrouds in black with rgb color changing and 1) it makes your rig look 20 years newer, and 2) the light output at night is insane, i’d compare em to some of the most expensive vehicles on the market today, and if you adjust them right your not blinding anybody. If you get them with black housings you’d probably wanna get the corner lights too. I dont have em yet tho. And my paint is starting to go around the hood which is fine honestly cause I wanna source a sport hood one day. But keep maintaining that rig brother these trucks are something else. Look into swapping the motor with the 2uz v8 if yours eventually blows. 🤟🏽
There's a reason values are so high--ask someone who has one if they want to sell and the answer is always "what else would I get that's this good?" 2000 is the last year of the manual transmission and factory locking diff, and with a 290 hp supercharged engine and only 3850 lbs to lug around, it's very quick and still returns just under 20 MPG with 32.5" tires. Newer 4Runners are automatic only and are carrying as much as 900 lbs more curb weight. Love my 3rd gen.
Everything I've heard/research I've done confirms the 01-02 had the official a-trac. It's just always enabled and you need to install your own switch to turn it off (vs. having a dedicated a-trac switch in the new one). I've got an 02 Limited and the traction control works like a charm offroad, you can hear the brakes on each indiviual wheel locking and unlocking to keep the power to the wheels that have traction. I did the Andy Mod 2.0 and it works great for doing donuts or when you want to just power through snow/mud. Supposedly Toyota made the decision to swap the rear locker for a center locker + a-trac because it would actually be an advantage offroad...
I own 2001 Toyota Tundra SR5. Bought it brand new (had like 8 miles) and still drive it as my daily….now has 256k miles on it, but I expect another 200k at least outta this 3.4 quad cam engine. I run Bilsteins, had new upper and lower arms installed, timing belt changed every 80k miles, still stock radiator and I run Michelin Defender M/S tires….best vehicle I’ve owned!!!
i got mine in san diego for 2K!! it has bilstein 6112’s. built right UCA’s,fuel wheels, toyo tires, sound system upgrade. OMG i get excited just thibking about how much of a steal i got it for.
I own a 97 4runner 4wd with factory rear locker, it is the best vehicle I have ever owned and I've owned quite a bit of different toyota 4x4s- 1st gen tundra, 1st gen tacoma, 3rd gen tacoma, 5th gen 4runner and a few 22re toyota pickup 4x4s all great vehicles with pros and cons but honestly with my 3rd gen 4runner the only one single con I have is the lack of usable cupholders, other than that it is perfect and if they made the exact same car today just like how they did in 1997, no bs I would pay 60k for it. It's over 24 years old but every single thing works on the vehicle (210k miles) even the stock ground clearance is pretty damn good, not to mention the short wheelbase and approach, departure, and break over angles, off road it is an absolute beast and on road it puts a smile to my face to drive. I prefer to drive it over my kdss 2021 4runner.
Back in 2000 my wife and I drove from the east side of Iowa to Omaha to purchase sight unseen our 2000 SR5 Gen 3. We had seen the color (Horizon Blue I think) on the Tacomas and there were 2 on transports. One going to North Dakota and the other to Omaha. Called the dealer and said let us know when it arrives and we'll drive out and pick it up. It is the 4th of 5 4 Runners we have owned. 1986, 1992, 1995, 2000 and 2018. Still have the 2000 and the 2018. About 175k on the 2000. Also have a 2007 FJ Cruiser that we bought new (daily driver) and I still have my 1978 Land Cruiser FJ40 that I purchased new and has 62k on it. Obviously love the Toyotas. That black with the silver trim with the black wheels and BFG's looks awesome.
They did look similar, I say did because I have not seen any Troopers in about 5 years now. The last one I saw was on a car lot , it had 200K on it but looked like it was not going much further. I was out shopping for a decent 3gen 4RUNNER and actually found quite a few but they would sell fast, twice as I pulled up to the car lot I saw my target pulling out of the lot, SOLD!
Had a 96 with 127k I got it for about 2800 in 2016 ish. Used it to get my 4th gen. I miss the size of the third and how light it felt, but really the v6 in the 4th is just better, and the 4th all round is nicer to me, plus 300+ miles of range on a tank of gas even lifted and larger tires is a giant plus.
@@grants.7555 The 4X4 Innovations front bumper looks nice but is relatively heavy and is kind of a bitch to mount a winch, For myself and my preferences I wish I had just scratch built a square tube front bumper and saved some weight and money looks be dammed.
Found a 2002 with 160k for $4k last month. No rot, little surface rust on underbody. Runs like a champ, cold AC, no tears in the leather, couldn't be happier. No stop making videos on them so others can still find deals! 🤣
Come to WA state we got a but load of these starting at 3k, no rust up here even in our rain belt but they dont salt the roads here like they do in Midwest/east coast areas, i feel for you rust belt states, up here its just sand that hoses off easily
I love mine, found a 01 sr5 for 5,000 in michigan, ran the carfax and turns out it was a california 4runner for over 15 years since it was new. minimal rust but heavy dmg from deers lol
Bought an 84' 4x4 5speed base trim truck 150k miles for $1500 back in 2014, most of the pickups I looked at were around the same price. Still have the pickup but has gone through many changers since I've owned it. Not much of an 84'single cab 4x4 4cyl truck no more, the only thing left from the 84' is the front axle and the transfer case. So technically I own a 84-2004 pickup SR5 TRD V6 (3.4l) 5speed geared to 5.29 on 33's (for now), getting 23 +/- mpg (Not really what it was built for), with a 4" suspension lift. My original 4cyl lasted 650k before I did a V6 conversion, and only because of a bad aftermarket (Oriley's) water pump overheating the engine made the conversion happen even sooner. The 3.4l is a really good engine for Toyota, yes it make lack in some places but to fix that you'll need more displacement. A lot of Toyota trucks an 4runners die do to owner neglect, you do your due diligence and your 4runner should almost last forever. Theoretically speaking.
So this is the dude that came out to the ranch with the TJ Rubicon. That would be a tough choice, I think I'd have to keep the 4Runner and also buy the Rubicon.
Please stop talking about the 3rd gen 4runner. I haven't gotten mine yet, and prices are already climbing enough as it is.
No kidding. It's all used Toyota trucks/SUV's...
Facts I was just looking yesterday 😂
For real. Just when I'm ready to get one
As an owner of one, I STILL wish people would leave the topic alone, lol. There are no "gems" left
EXACTLY
I have a 2001 4Runner with 267,000 miles. Living at 7600 feet, it’s a beast in the snow.
Just bought an 01 with 222,000 miles for my first car. Already have taken it through crazy desert terrain.
@Supercreech you have no idea what living at 7600 ft and driving through 3 foot snow drifts daily is.
@Supercreech not sure if you saw my reply. Curious what you’d consider a beast in snow would be?
@@Redhawk24 not even sure what that guy said in the first place but i just looked at some of your videos and you are BRAIN DEAD lmao, you seem to be enjoying life tho, stay unaware
@@chauncygoethals5538 cool thanks for your response
Purchased a 3rd gen 2 days ago for $5000 with 145k on it all stock with 1 owner and has maintained records and 0 damage. It was purchased from a dealer in mississippi. Called about it and asked whats the lowest they’d take it was listed at $8000 and the guy working was new and asked a coworker and the coworker said $5000 without even thinking before reporting to the boss and the boss was off so he told me $5000 and i said alright ill be on my way and when the boss found out he was mad. Driveshaft did go out on the drive back home and i dropped it off at toyota and they did a deep inspection of it and they said it was very clean and everything works except for the driveshaft so the total for everything with repairs is $6100 and my family thinks i bought a old terrible car but i tried telling them but they are still disappointed but im going to be driving it when they are on there second car😂
That last comment is facts
How did you know that your drive shaft went out.?
i bought one of these too for a similar price.. i will just say, be prepared for more issues and get your lower balljoints replaced ASAP. these are reliable but they're still 20+ years old.
mine is a 98 super clean. i am second owner . has 445,458kmiles on original engine. we dtive it every day. yes stuff will break. but not too often and all repairable stuff. the new ones are jusy money pits. if you could afford to buy one you still would have nothing left for the repairs you WILL CERTAINLY be experiencing . this era of manufacturing was probably the last good run the auto industry had. been selling garbage ever since
Exploding in value is an understatement. This 4runner is going for 18k at dealerships these days. We are talking 130-180k miles on em as well. It's insane
I have one for sale with 135k.
4×4...I'll take 15k
@@onetime359 nice! I found me a badass 99 limited built for overlanding in the imperial jade green for 11,500 a while back. I freaking love it! Custom bumper, 12k lb smitty bilt winch, sherpa matterhorn roof rack, rhino batwing awning, bunch of other stuff. You will likely have no problem getting 15k for one with that low of milage! 😎
@@onetime359 Not happening lol
@@easton5700 it actually might. in Cali i know someone who bought a similar year taco for 15k. Someone who really wants one of these will pay that for a low mileage good condition one. check BAT and youll see they've sold for that much if not more already. Although i think the value will settle as the used car market starts to normalize again (if it does)
@@jvogler_art4708 I’d rather take W163 💪🏼 it’s so comfortable and fast and will go anywhere 4Runner will! They’re actually very cheap in comparison to 4Runner
I own an 02 4Runner. It goes to the grave with me.
same, had it since 2006.
Got mine in 2016. Just finished installing a 38 gallon Ford fuel tank and freshening up the undercarriage. It will also be my casket when I go.
i was homeless in my 4runner when i was a kid. my momma gave it to me as my first car. i will never get rid of it
i have 2000 4runner, from my cold dead hands
I also own a 2002 4Runner. I'm the 2nd owner since 2008 and she my bitch 4Life!!!
The 3rd Gen T4R is hands down the best vehicle I've owned. I'm currently sourcing one, I own 2013 Tacoma TRD Sport fully built, locked, SAS on 37's. and I still want a 3rd Gen T4R
I worked on a 2002 4Runner recently that had 364,000 miles on it. It was beat to hell but still ran well.
I just bought a 1997 limited 4 runner for $500 bucks, and so far I put $800 to the mortar for repairs, and now it’s running healthy and strong, I can’t wait for future mods. I also live in Texas. It now has 352,000 miles on it.
I honestly think TFL should get guys like this together and do offroading videos where like 5 trucks go offroading and do a compare and contrast.
They do that a lot on FFL offroad. Enjoy!
They do, that’s how I found their channels
My wife has been driving a 2000 limited 4runner since 2005. It has 230k miles and has never had a single problem. It also is rust free. Its amazing what an occasional bath will do for your vehicle.
Mine receives an occasional mud bath otherwise it's just the random rainstorm which have been few and far between lately..
Mine gets 6 months of salt baths followed by 6 months of 100% humidity, The only thing between it and total rot is the layers of Lindseed oil I spray and brush on it every where I can get it,
It's an 02 with only 175K on it. The Lindseed oil is incredible and looks like I will be able to get the full life out of my gen 3.
I have a 99 that I have owned for ten years. Absolutely love it and will continue to drive it for as long as they make gas.
Good to see a video on a 3rd gen … I’ve owned my 2000 4x2 4Runner since I was 18 when I parents bought it.. I took care of it and maintained it.. currently has 224k miles on it.. as a testament to the reliability of these vehicles in 2020 I hardly used it, and it still fires up every time… Ive only had to replace my starter…love my 4Runner never getting rid of it…
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Somehow managed to snag one of these with a rear locker for 4K a few months ago
Damn that 4Runner is 🔥‼️
My pops bought this year and model brand new and completely regretted selling it. He never would’ve knew it was really valuable and reliable at the time.
Every 3rd gen owner: BUT DID YOU CHANGE THE LOWER BALL JOINTS?
Exactly, everyone better get to tht ASAP.
On my 2002 it was done as part of a recall, in about 2006?
@@markn0024 LBJ and radiator.
Both sides broke on my old one lol. When I got my second one went straight to Toyota and bought oem ones and changed it the same day
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I’m not a Toyota guy, but I love that 3rd gen. Nice. Thanks for sharing!
I have the exact same spec on my stock 1999 4Runner. Can’t wait to build it up a little. Only had it for a few months. 256k miles, super clean in and out, bought for $3800 in Arkansas.
The "questionable" wood you're joking about is real teak, with a poly coating.
In 2020 I bought a '99 SR5 4x4 with 214 mi on it for 2K. Southern truck, no rust anywhere. First thing I did was replace the LBJs. Anyone should do this FIRST when buying a used 3rd gen, unless you can verify that the LBJs are fairy new.
'99 has the tallest springs of all the 3rd gen. 4Runners. I didn't bother with a lift, but installed OME coils and Bilsteins all around. New plugs/wires and a new radiator. The truck burns no oil and runs like new. The 3400 is one of the finest engines ever made.
I push a 99 Limited with mild lift with bilsteins and K02s. It lives in the woods around Flagstaff, it’s natural environment. The multi-mode with AWD/4 hi/4 low/rear locker is the business. When this one dies, if it dies, I’m getting another 99 limited.
What's your mild lift please?
Got mine for $500! Couldn’t believe it. Still running strong, no issues. 187k
Good looking 3rd Gen. Loved my ‘02 SR5. Drove it for 13 years and put 175k miles on it. Was totaled by hail in CO. With the money I got from insurance and selling it, I made money after 13 year. Replaced it with a 100 series land cruiser. Haven’t really looked back but I know where it is and keep in touch so I can buy it back.
Purchased a 2001 SR5 2WD for $2900.00 with 248,500 miles in March of this year. I had to put new plugs, wires and ignition coils for around $86.00. Great SUV. Even though it is the "gold" color. I have a CB as well.
Had to sell my 98 2wd. Even in 2wd the thing would do light wheeling and I will definitely, get another one.
Had a 3rd gen before and had the same exact wheel/tire setup.. thought i was unique and surprised when I saw the same setup! Love it!
Just got mine for $2800 here in Texas with ALL service records. In the "rare" Green (Evergreen pearl) and no rust. Window sticker says it had pretty much all the options minus the locker :(
I also just purchased a ‘96 SR5 in evergreen pearl for $4700. Love that green color
Have one same year/color with 50,000 miles
As a fellow 3rd gen owner. Im gonna need both of you guys to add 10,000 to those prices to help keep the market high on them 🤣
just got mine. 99 black/ metallic topaz. 4wd w/ locker 210k. paid 4k for it
What's the year and miles?
You can create a traction control switch to turn it on and off, its called the Andy mod. Plenty of forums online to guide you through doing it. I love my 3rd gen, im second owner and got it at 120k miles back in 2017 as my first vehicle and im about to hit 195k. Never left me stranded and is a fantastic offroad capable vehicle
I love my second gen 4 runner with 332,000 plus miles!!! Replace components as needed and reg oil changes
My moms first car was the 2001 4 runner now handed down to me! Love it a lot and I’m already putting a lot of money in it. Lift kit, timing kit, suspension rebuild. Next would be head gaskets which I never done at 200k
I paid 2,500$ 6 months ago 1996 SR5 4Runner 4x4 rear locking differential 1 owner 185,000 miles. I just hit 200,000 the other day . She was a little neglected at the end of her time with the 1st owner. She sat for 2 years as the owners kids went off to the military. I changed all fluids and no problems so far. Now I’m just doing missing trim pieces. Next is the paint as the Las Vegas sun is no joke. I love it!!!
I love my 3rd gen! Sitting at about 282k miles and plan to never sell it!
You can disconnect the trac control system by pulling one of the chords by the break booster. I forgot which one specifically but it works really well. No more “cutting of power”.
The Trac doesn't cut power, the vsc does, Trac does wheel brake to divert torque to the wheel with traction versus the low traction/spinning wheel. If you go into low and lock the center it will turn off vsc and the Trac will be on. It works decent that way. The 4th gen 4Runner and on as well as FJ have a more advanced version though.
First car my grandmother bought fresh from the lot was a 2002 4Runner 4x4, now with 270K miles it was passed on to her son in law to myself. It’s in pristine condition, we’ve been maintaining it, keeping everything at OEM specs… except for the tundra front brakes. I’m planning to keep it as a daily driver, road tripper, and as a capable off-roader. I trust this baby to last me another 5-10 years.
It will last as long as you maintain it.
Northern New Mexico hu?? well that's a great deal, i mean for 6k I would expect something with 300k+ miles and extreme rust or a major mechanical problem like transmission, but this guy is really lucky
Good for him
3rd gens are going to end up like Grand Wagoneers, from worthless to priceless just because they suddenly became everyones 'budget off-roader'
3rd gens have NEVER been worthless.
I love my 3rd gen 4Runner! 2WD but can actually take a few small trails that 4x4 go on! You should do a 4Runner and Pathfinder side by side video?
Bought a 2002 4Runner Limited in March for $4500.00 with 191,000 new tires ,new timing belt,water pump ,new pulleys,new radiator new shocks, new plug wires and tuned up all replaced at 187,000.The only thing that don't work is the CD player going to put aftermarket one in.The color is Dorado gold It's a beauty !
I had 2 third gen 4Runners and a 2nd gen. They are a beast off road and I will put them up against any stock Jeep. I currently rock a 07 Tacoma and would love to go back to a 4Runner for off road. I have son's with cars and have too many cars at my house and need to be able to tow my camper, so I will gladly stay with a Tacoma for now, but still love the 4Runners.
Got mine for 2600 4 years ago, but I had to put a lot in it to get it where it is now, 261,000 miles strong! 1999 Limited 2WD
The 2wd do not have as much value as the four wheel drive but are probably rarer.
That’s a pretty nice rig and sits just right with the 3” lift on 33’s.
In 2018 I bought a 2000 limited with the rear locker for $2k sold a year later for $3k, kinda regret it now seeing these crazy prices.
i just got my third gen for a daily and picked one up with 67k original miles
I love my 3rd gen! I’d like to see more videos on it actually wheeling
Yeah I really got a great deal on my 2000 Limited 4runner.
It is the covered Green ext. with tan interior. Not a spot of rust on the body or the frame and a J model made in Japan.
I'm looking forward to this build once in done I'll do a video.
I paid $2600. when I went to a used car lot looking at 2 Silverado's. As I was getting ready to leave I saw this 4runner in the back corner of the lot.
I asked it that for sale and they said yes, it was covered with a lot of dust and dirt. As I inspected it while they got e keys I crawled underneath and saw not a spec of rust on the frame or body & said to myself if this runs good I'm buying it. Brought the dealer down from $3500 to $2600+tax and she is an amazing daily driver.
But I'm looking forward to building and sharing with everyone out there. BTW I just bought this rig in the summer of 2022 in Michigan but whoever had this before me really took care of it.
A treasure find and video hopefully later in 2023😊👍🏾
If you are ever in Southern California, I will be more than happy to show you my 2002 4 Runner. I bought it brand new, in 2002 and only has 160K mileage on it. It runs great, I prefer driving it than my Lexus 2010, which I also bought new in 2010.
I have a 4th Gen 2003 Toyota 4Runner Limited V8 4WD. 187,000 miles with 3 inch lift with upgraded shocks and some AT3s. Only issue is the cracked dash but it’s not terrible. With 0% rust very well taken care of. Great SUV/Truck and anyone looking for one I hope you find it getting harder and harder. I paid $14k for mine with the lift and tires already done. I drove a 2006 with the V6 and 100k miles completely stock which drove great. But the V8 once you drive it you don’t want the V6. Good searching everyone sorry if you thought I was selling mine. They are out there!
An Isuzu is also a great alternative they are the true pioneers of Japanese reliability
I had a 1999 Isuzu Amigo for 12 years, great little truck!
No thanks.
Going from a 99 Xj to a 99 T4R was the best thing I could have ever done. Even just the stock options from factory surpassed the Xj
I have a 2000 Limited and after watching the MORR videos I want a 99-00 XJ. Haha!
I did the same too the T4R is an all around superior vehicle. I swear every single electronic component in that damn Jeep xj broke lol I drove around at night without interior lights for years 😂
@@corygaidowski96 jeep stands for just empty every pocket 😂
@@iffykidmn8170 lol I wish you the best electrical issues were the main thing I dealt with. But the straight 6 was easy to work on
1999 and 2000 are the best years to get; mine has 2wd, any time 4wd, center locked H4wd, and Low4wd drive center locked with or with out rear elocker enabled. WOW what a mouthful!!!!
I love my 1997 that I’ve owned for 23 years. It’s been bulletproof.
Bought a 2002 sr5 4wd original owner 124 thousand plus miles excellent shape cant beleive found one in that good of shape. luv it
I just bought 2001 with 200k miles I’m super excited to add to it
I just bought this exact model, a 2001 limited 4x4 black/silver 170k miles. It runs but odo doesn't light up so I need to fix that and valve cover is leaking but no rust or leaking axles so I'm excited to clean it up and start modding lol. I want to do a 2" lift and 33" tires and get one of those swing out arms for spare tire.
I love the 3rd Gen, my favorite 4Runner body design. My sister in law has an all black one that they've just restored that I'd love to buy off them but they won't let it go.
When you got a nice one they are hard to let go lol they ride nice, look nice, rarely break down. I love mine 😁
A beast, I love my 4Runner, what a Tank!
Got mine for $6,500 back in February with 183 on the clock. Lovin’ it so far!
How are you liking it so far? About to buy one for about that.
@@grantgauvreau2744 Absolutely love it! First car I’ve ever purchased and worth every penny. Hope you love yours!
@@petercain6332 glad to hear you love it!
I just bought a 99 Limited w/ 187k miles. My Son in law bought a brand new one so I grabbed his 99 for the price they quoted him for trade in. It's just a fun car for me, I had no idea they were a thing!
I have a 2000 with 243000 miles. I've never needed the locker, but it's nice to know its there.
Go try it out. Big difference with a locker versus just 4x4 low. Try on much harder course and you will notice night and day.
Omg this thing is clean! Makes me wanna do some work to my 2000 4runner. 😬
I got a 3rd gen 4Runner :) got it for 3200 with 179k this year
I purchased mine from a company that only put 130,000 miles and bought it for 4K. They were desperate to sell it and well I’m so glad I did. Soon to be upgrading suspension and wheels.
Went from a 98 to a 99 and both my limitedz have been absolutely amazing on and off road.
I love my 02 limited in thundercloud metallic. I bought her at 220,000 miles and now it has 298,000. It has bx built headlights, jdm led turn signal mirrors, gm alternator upgrade, 231 mm tundra brake upgrade, apple carplay and a ton of maintenance items. All im waiting to do now is install my bilstein 5100s and ome coils with jba upper control arms, and get a jdm spoiler.
But yeah thats it for my build
I did all my preventive maintenance first, then suspension /brake mod. Now I'm working on painting and modern highlights.
man theres cheaper options out there for lighting and despite the lead times hit up BxBuilt for some sick ass retrofit headlights. I got the turbine shrouds in black with rgb color changing and 1) it makes your rig look 20 years newer, and 2) the light output at night is insane, i’d compare em to some of the most expensive vehicles on the market today, and if you adjust them right your not blinding anybody. If you get them with black housings you’d probably wanna get the corner lights too. I dont have em yet tho. And my paint is starting to go around the hood which is fine honestly cause I wanna source a sport hood one day. But keep maintaining that rig brother these trucks are something else. Look into swapping the motor with the 2uz v8 if yours eventually blows. 🤟🏽
@@ALItm1 I'll look into that brand. I was thinking about going with the retrofit source.
The 6th needs to look like the 3rd and I love my third gen
My idea of "budget" is a
There we go
In Australia they are called a Toyota Surf , had one and very sad I sold it . Brilliant car !
Had the 2lt Diesel Turbo version
and 1KZ engine
4 runners under 200k miles run close to 10k here. I went with a wj 4.7 vari-loks and 6.5" lift for the same.
Just buy one with more then 200k lol
Every time i see one I’m like damn “Wish I could afford to own 2 vehicles 😔”. Id take that thing on dirt roads
nice 4 runner, my taco has the same engine.
There's a reason values are so high--ask someone who has one if they want to sell and the answer is always "what else would I get that's this good?" 2000 is the last year of the manual transmission and factory locking diff, and with a 290 hp supercharged engine and only 3850 lbs to lug around, it's very quick and still returns just under 20 MPG with 32.5" tires. Newer 4Runners are automatic only and are carrying as much as 900 lbs more curb weight. Love my 3rd gen.
Everything I've heard/research I've done confirms the 01-02 had the official a-trac. It's just always enabled and you need to install your own switch to turn it off (vs. having a dedicated a-trac switch in the new one). I've got an 02 Limited and the traction control works like a charm offroad, you can hear the brakes on each indiviual wheel locking and unlocking to keep the power to the wheels that have traction. I did the Andy Mod 2.0 and it works great for doing donuts or when you want to just power through snow/mud. Supposedly Toyota made the decision to swap the rear locker for a center locker + a-trac because it would actually be an advantage offroad...
I own 2001 Toyota Tundra SR5. Bought it brand new (had like 8 miles) and still drive it as my daily….now has 256k miles on it, but I expect another 200k at least outta this 3.4 quad cam engine. I run Bilsteins, had new upper and lower arms installed, timing belt changed every 80k miles, still stock radiator and I run Michelin Defender M/S tires….best vehicle I’ve owned!!!
Nice rig. 4Runners are die hard! Great off road.
Got mine with 70k wrecked hit in rear passenger side fixed have around 14k with 235k miles on stock running gear I love it Thank you
This is this is probably my perfect spec of 4Runner
Good on you Grant. You managed to find the one Toyota that hasn't rusted to the ground. Very very very rare.
That's a regional problem
i got mine in san diego for 2K!! it has bilstein 6112’s. built right UCA’s,fuel wheels, toyo tires, sound system upgrade. OMG i get excited just thibking about how much of a steal i got it for.
I own a 97 4runner 4wd with factory rear locker, it is the best vehicle I have ever owned and I've owned quite a bit of different toyota 4x4s- 1st gen tundra, 1st gen tacoma, 3rd gen tacoma, 5th gen 4runner and a few 22re toyota pickup 4x4s all great vehicles with pros and cons but honestly with my 3rd gen 4runner the only one single con I have is the lack of usable cupholders, other than that it is perfect and if they made the exact same car today just like how they did in 1997, no bs I would pay 60k for it.
It's over 24 years old but every single thing works on the vehicle (210k miles) even the stock ground clearance is pretty damn good, not to mention the short wheelbase and approach, departure, and break over angles, off road it is an absolute beast and on road it puts a smile to my face to drive. I prefer to drive it over my kdss 2021 4runner.
I got my stock 1999 Limited with 270,000 miles for $3750 two weeks before COVID hit...scored pretty hard, esp considering I'm in Southern California.
I had a 97 4Runner that was an absolute tank.
Back in 2000 my wife and I drove from the east side of Iowa to Omaha to purchase sight unseen our 2000 SR5 Gen 3. We had seen the color (Horizon Blue I think) on the Tacomas and there were 2 on transports. One going to North Dakota and the other to Omaha. Called the dealer and said let us know when it arrives and we'll drive out and pick it up. It is the 4th of 5 4 Runners we have owned. 1986, 1992, 1995, 2000 and 2018. Still have the 2000 and the 2018. About 175k on the 2000. Also have a 2007 FJ Cruiser that we bought new (daily driver) and I still have my 1978 Land Cruiser FJ40 that I purchased new and has 62k on it. Obviously love the Toyotas. That black with the silver trim with the black wheels and BFG's looks awesome.
Just bought mine, 2001 4Runner SR5 in a beautiful dark green metallic color, 215k miles for $6,500
These late 3rd gens look similar to a Trooper from the era
Not even close! I’ve had both trucks and the 4Runner is hands down better.
They did look similar, I say did because I have not seen any Troopers in about 5 years now. The last one I saw was on a car lot , it had 200K on it but looked like it was not going much further. I was out shopping for a decent 3gen 4RUNNER and actually found quite a few but they would sell fast, twice as I pulled up to the car lot I saw my target pulling out of the lot, SOLD!
Not even those look like a bug box
Had a 96 with 127k I got it for about 2800 in 2016 ish. Used it to get my 4th gen. I miss the size of the third and how light it felt, but really the v6 in the 4th is just better, and the 4th all round is nicer to me, plus 300+ miles of range on a tank of gas even lifted and larger tires is a giant plus.
Pretty sure the V8 4th gen gets better mileage than 3nd gen with a 3.4 and bigger tires.
I have the same 01 4runner pushing over 290k original miles. Great trucks!
Hm that 4Runner looks familiar…and so does that guy who needs to get a hair cut…wait a minute…
Nice T4R, have an '01 myself! What's next on your mod list?
@@mark.esposito depends on what my wallet says😂 but probably bumpers
@@grants.7555 The 4X4 Innovations front bumper looks nice but is relatively heavy and is kind of a bitch to mount a winch, For myself and my preferences I wish I had just scratch built a square tube front bumper and saved some weight and money looks be dammed.
Found a 3rd gen 4runner 4x4 on Facebook marketplace selling for $14k.
I have a 2wd 3rd gen and the catalytic converter gave up already at 235k miles.
Found a 2002 with 160k for $4k last month. No rot, little surface rust on underbody. Runs like a champ, cold AC, no tears in the leather, couldn't be happier. No stop making videos on them so others can still find deals! 🤣
Come to WA state we got a but load of these starting at 3k, no rust up here even in our rain belt but they dont salt the roads here like they do in Midwest/east coast areas, i feel for you rust belt states, up here its just sand that hoses off easily
I love mine, found a 01 sr5 for 5,000 in michigan, ran the carfax and turns out it was a california 4runner for over 15 years since it was new. minimal rust but heavy dmg from deers lol
Wow, my mileage in an F-150 with 33”s is about that.
And I just joined the 3rd gen 4Runner community anyway. My first Japanese car, I’ve wanted one for a 4Runner for a while.
My 97' still has clean taillights 😁
2002 ThunderCloud Grey Toyota 4runner with 250K Miles. Lived its whole life in Cali.
I got an 01 3rd Gen with 300k miles unfortunately it’s 2wd but I still love it nonetheless, never selling it!
Very cool 4runner, I have the same 2001, first mod was the factory rear locker, in combination with the center locker its unstoppable 🏔
Hi. Where did you pick up the factory rear locker?
Hi same question
Bcuz my 4runner is 2001 and I am thinking about locker
@@toddmanning7844 probably junkyards but they are hard to find, or forums
Shouldve gotten a 99 limited
4 runners have skyrocketed in price...( at least here in Canada)
Bought an 84' 4x4 5speed base trim truck 150k miles for $1500 back in 2014, most of the pickups I looked at were around the same price. Still have the pickup but has gone through many changers since I've owned it. Not much of an 84'single cab 4x4 4cyl truck no more, the only thing left from the 84' is the front axle and the transfer case. So technically I own a 84-2004 pickup SR5 TRD V6 (3.4l) 5speed geared to 5.29 on 33's (for now), getting 23 +/- mpg (Not really what it was built for), with a 4" suspension lift. My original 4cyl lasted 650k before I did a V6 conversion, and only because of a bad aftermarket (Oriley's) water pump overheating the engine made the conversion happen even sooner. The 3.4l is a really good engine for Toyota, yes it make lack in some places but to fix that you'll need more displacement. A lot of Toyota trucks an 4runners die do to owner neglect, you do your due diligence and your 4runner should almost last forever. Theoretically speaking.
I have an 02 limited that's green, only 152k miles on it, hoping to drive it to 300k.
So this is the dude that came out to the ranch with the TJ Rubicon. That would be a tough choice, I think I'd have to keep the 4Runner and also buy the Rubicon.
With my Michilan s all seasons I get 24-25 MPG highway consistently.
That's with non-ethenal fuel of course.