The 3rd gen 4Runner is like the Jeep XJ. Both are light (slightly less than 4000#) and have a decent powertrain (3.4 V6 and 4.0 I6) for the era. Keep it light, add lockers if it doesn't have any, and easy to supercharge if needed. Parts are available and relatively cheap with tons of aftermarket options available. Overall, great vehicle.
Pretty much all 4runners are "bullet proof" if loved and cared for. My wife and I just got a 4th gen with the legendary 2uzfe and it's got 274'000 miles. It still runs like a dream smooth as butter. I think the 3rd gens are a little better offroad simply because they weigh alot less, but I wanted the extra room of the 4th gen and wanted modern amenities after upgrading from a 1986 Honda accord.
The pre facelift 3rd gen 4runner/surf is a very handsome machine.
Just picked up my 3rd gen in the beginning of this year with 160k miles, can’t wait to start modding it! Loving it so far!
The 3rd gen 4Runner is like the Jeep XJ. Both are light (slightly less than 4000#) and have a decent powertrain (3.4 V6 and 4.0 I6) for the era. Keep it light, add lockers if it doesn't have any, and easy to supercharge if needed. Parts are available and relatively cheap with tons of aftermarket options available. Overall, great vehicle.
How much did it sell for?
Pretty much all 4runners are "bullet proof" if loved and cared for. My wife and I just got a 4th gen with the legendary 2uzfe and it's got 274'000 miles. It still runs like a dream smooth as butter. I think the 3rd gens are a little better offroad simply because they weigh alot less, but I wanted the extra room of the 4th gen and wanted modern amenities after upgrading from a 1986 Honda accord.
i currently own 2 3rd gens 99 sr5 with 295k miles a 00 limited with 270k miles. got a 5th gen 4runner also
I live in harford maryland might have to bring my 2nd gen 4runner to you to see once I get my 5vzfe swap done 👀
How much did it sell for?