Why are 3rd Gen 4Runners SO EXPENSIVE?
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- Опубликовано: 4 июн 2024
- In this video we take a deep dive on why the 1996 to 2002 Toyota 4Runners have increased in value. These SUV's have become a modern classic with a cult following. This is due to their reliability, versatility, and value in today's car market.
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19 years later still rocking my 2000 5-speed e-locked supercharged 3rd gen. Lots of vehicles have come in and out of my garage...this is the one that has never left.
That’s incredible. If you don’t mind me asking, why do you think you’ve kept it all this time? I’ve had mine 7 years, but 19 is impressive.
@@AdventuresWithSmitty In the past couple of years I have tried to replace it because I wanted a vehicle with modern safety tech. I drove more than 40 vehicles, and the only one I liked more than the 3rd gen was a Land Rover Defender on air suspension, but the reliability of those is disastrous. The 3rd gen is basically bomb proof, it's fun to drive with the 5-speed and supercharger, it has a lot of power and yet can still pull 19.5 MPG highway (even lifted). E-locker is great off-road, its super maneuverable, tows well, classic good looks...nothing like it will ever be made again. Early this year I realized there is no replacement for it, so I decided to keep it and buy a Tesla Model Y for day-to-day.
I’ve been seeing that e locker what is that? And wait that thing came stock supercharged? If so I’m looking for one asap lol
let my buy that supercharger 😅
i thought if you supercharged your runner youd lessen the life of the engine
I have a 2000 4runner. My dad was the original owner, he had it until he passed in 2018. I couldn’t sell it as it was in mint condition and only had 90,000 miles, so I kept it as a second car. I still have it, it now has 105,000 miles. Still mint. No rust, paint and interior look new. I love my 4runner, I’ll never sell it.
I totally agree with you 100 percent. The value of these trucks will only go up. Even though they are super reliable, there will be less and less of them every passing year. So snatch them up, and maybe hold on to them like stock. I have (2) 3rd gen 4Runner 2001, 2WD SR5, and a 1999 Limited 4x4 w/ e locker. Also, I’m have an extra 4X4 trans, and a 5vzfe engine on an engine stand, on standby. So yes. I agree with you 100 percent, I don’t want a $600 + car payment, I rather put that $ back in my trucks. Excellent analysis.
I have a unicorn lol. But not what you think. Bought my 1997 T4R 2WD 4cylinder manual transmission back in 2002. Took me to hell and back. Currently 450k miles. I did replace the engine at 350k because my head gasket blew and messed up my block. I was young and limited means/funds. Lower ball joint broke on the way out of mechanic garage!! Replaced it with OEM and will soon swap the other side. Replaced rack, brake master cylinder. Replaced radiator and many alternators because I use auto zone crap that die exactly every two years. Had one clutch job ever. Just replaced all fuel injectors. Etc. my black beauty is not immortal but yes it’s fun and small and easy to work on. My driver seat is falling apart and most of my door handle hinges need replacing because they have a rubber damper that gets tangled inside. I wish I did have the v6 and not sure if I could swap one in there and use the same transmission. Great for local mountains and camping. Anyone with a 3rz base 2WD? Let me know your experiences and mods. Thanks
I’d rather buy a pickup truck than ugly Toyota design SUVs
Lost my 3rd gen to an inattentive driver, that vehicle will always hold a special space in my heart. Truly an awesome vehicle.
they going down a lot now. selling for 5k to 8k now
I love that you brought up the visibility, I've been driving my 02 for the past ten years and I never really think about how good the visibility is until I drive someone else's car and quickly realize I can barely see anything around me in their car.
Just picked up a single owner 2002 Limited with 90k miles. Perfect condition interior, seriously looks like its a few years old, and only a few minor scratches on the exterior. Installed some Stealth Customs F5's, Falken Wildpeaks and soon an OME lift, so happy with it.
Right on! That sounds like a sweet setup! They’re great vehicles.
Be ready for your CV boots to split once you lift it.
@@TheSaturnV Should be fine if hes only getting a 2inch
I just picked up a 98 SR5 for $4600...from a Used Car dealership! 278k, very good condition, Carfax says it was properly maintained for the last 25 years. Runs great, everything works as it should...... I could not believe the price on this thing when I saw it and I'm pretty sure the guy had no idea what he had on the lot. Looking forward to owning this gem for quite some time. Great job on the video, thanks for putting it
Just joined the 4Runner family last July with my 1999 4Runner Limited 4x4 with rear locker! Love it. Went on a couple off-road trips in my buddy's 2nd gen over the last few years, and he sold me on getting into the off-road scene. I was reluctant to get into off-roading because of high price of entry, but the community is awesome and the capabilities of the vehicle are great since I've always been into hiking, camping and whatnot. Sucks that this hidden gem has received so much attention over the last few years, but it was only a matter of time before people caught on. I just wish I jumped on the bandwagon sooner.
I've had my '96 Limited 4Runner with 287,000 miles for about 2 years now and love it! It has a long list of mods that will hopefully only keep growing. She's a solid old girl! Thanks for the great video. These cars deserve a lot of respect!
Great video. When you were talking about finding a unicorn owned by grandma it made me chuckle a bit. I just bought a 97 4Runner with 160,000 miles, 5-speed, 4WD, E-Locker, all original and garage kept, from the original owner who was a grocery getter grandpa. He didn’t know what he had. Got it for $9k :)
Score!
🌴 don’t give those four runners all the glory ! I’ve gotta 2002 SR5 2 WD - 3.4 it had 195,450 mile on it when I bought it Feb of 2023 for $4600 bucks, bought it just to pull a small fishing boat around it turned out to be my favorite vehicle ever wasn’t any paper work with it except and oil change sticker from somewhere in Sebring fla, and a bunch of Disney stickers on the back window , yep you got it soccer moms car, it’s as clean as a whistle, the under carriage looks like almost new, it truly is Toyota’s best vehicle, I’ve put almost 3000 miles on her it will still be going when I’m gone.
I’m so glad I found this channel! I happen to be that Grandma who has a 2000 4 Runner SR5 that I’m considering selling. After reading these comments, I feel like I should keep it, but it never gets driven except when it snows. Still looks beautiful with only clear coat damage from the dessert sun. A couple neighbors have asked if I’ll sell it and now a have a good idea about price range. It only has 120,800 miles. Wish me luck!
I still have my standard sr5 4wd I bought new in 97. 197k miles still runs like a sewing machine!
Love it!
Love your front bumper/guard. Do you have link for where you got it? Thanks. Great video!
I'm still driving my 88 Toyota 4×4 truck with camper shell. You nailed it, maintenance & preventive maintenance is the key! And I use mine for exploring & camping.
I love those trucks. Haha. Hang onto it!
Bought my 2002 4Runner Sport Edition in 2010. There were not many 4Runners for sale in my neck of the woods so I went south of the border and picked it up near Seattle. It had around 100,000 miles on it. It now has just over 130,000 miles. It's been a great truck. As you mentioned in your video, it is nice to drive, has fantastic visibility in every direction and is very versatile. I've taken if off road a few times and on snowy roads and it has performed well. Just picked up some stock rims for it which I'll put on this Spring.
Been driving my 98 4Runner since 2008. Before then it was my mom’s car. It’s been through a lot. Either the world abused it or I did but it’s never really let me down. Just wish it was 4x4. Beyond me wanting a 4x4 it’s damn near perfect.
Great vid. I have the Surf with the 3.0 Intercooled Diesel.... have had it for 12 years now, and still going strong at 314k. Definately a keeper.
I really love your build. I did a running board delete and want a roof rack now. Do you like just having an arb bumper on the front or would you like one on the back too? I'm trying to slowly build a rig
I bought a 97 v6 4x4 with 208,000 miles back in 2016 for $5,000. The people I bought it from said their phone was ringing off the hook. I was second in line and the first guy to look at it low balled and missed out. People gave me grief over it saying I paid too much. Now it has 326,000 miles and has only had three minor repairs besides regular maintenance and small upgrades. And I beat the heck out of it towing trailers and working out of it. Hands down one of the most economical multipurpose vehicles ever made.
I have a 1996 3rd gen 3.4 V6 with big lift and tyres and stainless steel exhaust. When she starts I send earthquakes, sounds like a chinook helicopter! Only 104,000 on the clock and I am in the UK where this V6 version is very, very rare! Bought mine in September 2009 for £3,500 UK pounds.
I have a 2000 4Runner V-6 4WD that my ex-wife bought new and I bought it from her in 2020 for $3500 with 193K miles. She took pristine care of this vehicle. I put a Bilstien/OME 2" lift, Falken Wildpeak 285/70/17"s, 17"x8.5" Level 8 MK6 wheels, SPC adjustable upper control arms, new lower ball joints, and a front diff drop. I get compliments on it all the time. My daughter and I drove it from KY to Colorado in 2021 and went all over the Alpine loop trails near Telluride, Ouray and Silverton. This thing crawled over everything in it's path. It has 250K miles now, does not burn any oil, has no leaks and is my daily driver. I will keep it until either I die, or it dies....my money is on the 4Runner.
My vehicle prior to this was a 2002 Tacoma V-6 that I sold to my nephew and it has 300K miles on it now. If you maintain them and don't abuse them, they will run forever.
That’s awesome! Great deal too! My wife and I have a goal to travel to all 50 states by the time we’re 40, we have 18 left and Colorado is one of them. I had a few buddies take the trip to do the Alpine Loop last year and it looks incredible! These 4Runners are built like tanks! Enjoy the miles.
@@AdventuresWithSmitty The San Juan mountains of CO are absolutely breathtaking....(and I've been to Swiss Alps). The Alpine loop is some of the best trails in the world...also some are terrifying...(Black Bear Pass...experienced drivers only). It is certainly worth the trip. We went in late July/early August and it was crowded. Earlier than that and there can still be snow blocking the trails in June if it was a snowy winter. Maybe September might be better after school has started and before winter sets in. I highly recommend it!
I just did the wheel cylinders this weekend. The brake was spongy on the highway, you know something is off, 2 days later, it was leaking brakes at the drum. I forgot those those get bad too lol. Get the brake tool kit highly recommended, or struggle for 1 hour then goes to buy it anyway 😂
Nice truck! I’m really enjoying my 2002 4Runner with about 189,000 miles, it’s just getting broken in!!
Sweet! You’ve got many years ahead of you. It’s getting harder to find 3rd gens with less than 200,000 miles!
Great video. Love my 97 sr5 4R
Got mine last year for 6500 @ 197k miles 4x4 limited first thing I did was Lbj’s ,radiator ,timing belt ,water pump etc.. didn’t need it ,but for peace of mind 😌
I just picked up a 1997 3rd gen 4runner bought new buy a grandma and sold to an older guy. The thing has 162k miles on it and the thing is all original and perfect condition. Picked it up for 6k today love it so far.
That’s a great buy, especially at $6,000! 162,000 miles is nothing. They’re great all around vehicles.
Just bought a 1997 2.7 toyota tacoma 4x4 with 20k on the odo. Not cheap but basically still new......drives great! Timmy C Arizona
My folks bought a 97 new. My mom was going to trade it in for a couple hundred bucks toward a new car. Of course I found the nicest most persuasive way to make sure that didn’t happen.
I’ve been driving it for about 6 years now. I just hit 300k and it’s still going strong. Living deep in NorCal mountains, easy. North Dakota winter pfft, no problem. Death Valley? May as well been a suburb neighbourhood.
We just bought a 2000 SR5 4RUNNER with a dealer installed TRD Supercharger , came with Tacoma big brakes and 17 in wheels , OME 3 inch lift , Big screen stereo with apple carplay with backup camera , Polk audio components, Amp Industry's fender flares , zero rust $8500.00 dollars and everything still works , great trucks !!! P.S. ( Starting to look like a good investment )
Absolutely! Sounds well setup!
That’s actually a really, really good deal. Most of the desired mods are already on the truck. Luuuuuckky.
Bought a used 2002 ( in 2012) in Arizona at 98,000 miles from the dealer's mechanic... Wonderful vehicle and thought I'd grow old with it. Fast forward to last week where I find out it's a California car and my catalytic converters and evap canister are going at 297,000 miles... NOT a cheap fix but I'll likely buy another one, maybe 2018/2019
Got my '00 sr5 auto 4wd s/c. Sunfire red/topaz 2 tone. Bougjt it About 3 yrs ago at 190k. Now it had 210k and I love it. Chasing some misfires and vac leaks but i'm not giving up on it. I still plan om taking it on a 2k mile trip once it is ready to go.
Not going to lie. I got my 2002 4Runner at the Toyota dealer “As Is-Backlot” for $6,000 with 145K. Granted it’s 4x2, I needed a car and all its history was through Toyota. After some work it run beautifully still. ❤ Your 4Runner, so clean & sharp.
I appreciate that! I try to keep it clean even though it’s had some bumps and bruises over the years. People tell me that it doesn’t look like it’s old enough to be a 2002. I hope your 4Runner works out well for you!
23 going in 24 years I am still loving my Surf …with a little modification
I’ve owned my 2001 4Runner for 22yrs now and she still going strong. It’s been my daily and weekend off road fun since I got it. Absolutely 💯 reliable
That’s incredible. You’ve DEFINITELY got your money’s worth!
I found and bought a 3rd gen 4runner sr5 rear wheel drive in mint condition for $5000 and its great to have around
For sure! My neighbor also has a 2002 4Runner and it’s RWD. He’s been great for him too.
Great Video btw
Picked up an 02 for $2,500. it has some surface rust, but the thing is still solid. Changing out cv axles to longer travel axles and doing timing belt & water pump as well
I still have my 1999 SR5 and love it! It only has 181,987 miles on it. I have many folks asking me to buy it!
LOL!!!!! That 1997 that sold on BaT for 17,250 on 7/13 is mine ;) so happy i picked it up!! @ 0:28
Man, I’m so tempted to pull the trigger on a 2000 4Runner with 115k miles on it. It’s listed at 20k though! I currently drive a 3rd gen Tacoma TRD off road but need something a little more roomy on the interior for the kids. These have been catching my eye quite a bit.
2001 SR5……mom gifted to me before she passed. I’ve cared for it since new. 142k on the clock…..never getting rid of it.
I HAVE BOTH, LOVE BOTH!
Beautiful 4runner, but get that rear quarter bumper fixed, and she'll be good as new😂 love my 2016 4runner trail with kdss. She's my overland and daily driver, and I wouldn't want anything else. And she's close to show room condition. Great video, and keep up the good work. Be safe out there.
Haha. I know what you mean! Long story short, I was rear ended and pushed into another car in front of me at a red light. The ARB bumper saved the engine bay and I was able to drive away. Insurance totaled it, I bought it back, and found another gold 4Runner in a junk yard. Grabbed the hood, hatch, and few other bits from it. Only part left to replace is the bumper!
I appreciate the nice comments! Much more coming soon.
Just bought a 99 5 speed, 4 cylinder 4wd 3rd gen, even though this truck is almost a base model I’m still ecstatic to get my hands on a 3rd gen, especially a manual.
Had a 2000 sr5 that my parents bought new, i bought it off them because my dad's health reasons.
Sadly I'm now driving a 5th gen(loving it), I still honestly would have loved to still have my 3rd gen, only had recalls and maintenance done. Thing would go wherever i wanted within reason
Bought mine for $500 has 236,000 runs great my favorite car I’ve owned
In 2002 I couldn't afford a 4runner so I got the Tacoma instead. Still driving good today but the 3rd gen I would consider trading for.
It’s may 2024 and I just bought a 1996 4runner v6 4x4 limited in Los Angeles with leather interior, 176k miles and that beautiful 2tone sunfire red pearl with silver bottom. Got it with a new radiator and tires and it an auto with the factory E-lock for the rear. Guy was asking 7k and he let it got for $5,700… I had to bring my kids with me to make him feel bad lol
I got one for sale now .$10 k with 95+k miles ,1999 2WD,original owner,New stater ,runs great.I am here in Camarillo CA,
99 4runner limited, factory supercharger 180k, runs like a dream!
Classified 'antique' yet?
Would you recommend replacing ball joints and timing belt at 46K miles?
I am still in love with my 4th Gen limited…. Hands down…. I will never get rid of it. 197k … 2UZFE
SOLID.
Im stuck on a hard decition because ive alwasy wanted a 4runner but again im looking at a 2010 rav4 4wd as well not sure which one to get.
I love my 2001 4 Runner limited. I will always keep up with it 💯
I bought my 97 4x4 328k miles in Jan 2020 for $1500, it needed work for sure buy had $2k in new suspension done right before I bought it. We bought a 99 4x4 180k miles with e-locker in Jan 2021 for $2400. It was literally mint condition inside, the grandpa that owned it used a roller and house paint to "preserve" the paint. Jan 2022 a drunk driver pulled out in front of us totaling the 4runner. Insurance paid us out $8k for it. I found another 99 4x4 sport with e-locker 270k miles for $7k, and bought the wreck back for $1k. The wreck donated it's full oak interior and e-locker axles to my 97. I just recently bought a 98 2x4 4 cylinder for $1k with a blown motor. The engine/trans/transfer case of the wreck will be going into the 2x4 truck, giving me another 4x4 v6 for basically $1k and some sweat equity. The deals come up if you don't mind putting in some work on the trucks. I tend to abuse them off-road, and as a result I've had to work on these more than any other car or truck I've owned. It's totally worth it though, as they've never failed to take me where I wanted to go, and get me back home.
These 3rd gen runners and the 1st gen tacoma prices are crazy
These are reliable cars indeed. Everybody might have already heard about the TopGear episode with the Hilux, but there is a channel called Redline Ranch and he does a similar test on a sweet looking 3rd Gen. Don't watch it if you're sensitively against the abusing of valuable stuff but he does an ok job at showing how durable the 4Runner is. There's also a channel called Sand Patrol and while he doesn't break his 4Runners (yea, he's got a couple or more), he drives them hard and you can still see how strong these cars are.
Definitely going to check these out. Thank you!
I bought mine 3 weeks ago 99 with 261k for 4500. It needs some body restoration dents and scrapes but other than that it’s solid.
I have one 2000 limited 309245 miles and I drive it everyday I love it
2024- I just managed to find my 3rd gen, 140k, grandma kept 4 runner for under 10 grand. I mean total service history, Connecticut kept, 140k in 24 years…. It will never leave my possesion
so i picked up a 3rd gen 4runner with 125k with the oil plug stripped out and the rear diff leaking on account of rust suspension completely destroyed so i did a complete restoration on every mechanical problem now it being 4 years and supercharger equipped its way more reliable than my father's inlaw chevy colorado with the offroad package lol had to get him unstuck 3 times trailing helps i have front and rear and center locking diffs now with 165k on it its just broken in
I have owned my 1999 4 runner for 22 yearsnow close to 300.000 miles,best truck I have ever had,hope to make it to 400.000 miles,see no reason not to,the truc runs like a charm.
I just picked up a 2001 Limited last week with 221k on her. Needed a couple small things but other wise made the 70 mile drive home from Long Island . Picked her up for $3500
just bought 1999 that appears to be rare, cloth, 4x4, elocker, manual, super charger, pristine no rust. I am stunned how well it drives. I have friends that have older jeep wranglers and there is no comparison. Why would anyone want a Jeep when at a similar price you can get a 4runner?
That sounds like a sweet 4Runner. 99 is a great year too, it got the best mix of features throughout the years. I know what you mean though. No soft top to worry about, death wobble, plastic interior, etc.
I'm in the UK and we had to import these from Japan as the 4runner was never sold here. Mine is 1996 and called "a Surf". It has the 3.0l KZN185 engine (diesel) which is a real tough lump. I have to import all my mods from the US as all we seem to have here is Landrover, landrover, landrover, yawn, landrover..... Interestingly, an old 3rd gen Surf are not so expensive here.
I’m seeing 2001 4Runner with lift kit, all around steel bumper, clean title, 148k, wheels tires super clean 4x4 for 18k. That was negotiated from 24k. Is that a good deal?
Great video. Very informative. I'll keep my 2006 Honda Pilot running as long as possible for the same reasons. Great vehicle.
I appreciate that! Being a Honda it should be good for many years. I’ve always liked the Pilots.
Nice!
I like the Pilot models. They look like great vehicles to own. If I didn’t have my 4Runner I’d more than likely own one.
I must have a unicorn 4runner (2000 limited) as it comes with rear diff lock.
People LOVE those things. They’re crazy capable too.
Kinda crazy long story made short, I got totaled in a 2008 Toyota Prius base 6 weeks ago and got no insurance payout, BUT... I was just given a 2002 4Runner Limited with 269k miles. Some people keep referring to it as "old" and "beat up." I look at the lack of frame rust and see a truck that's gonna last another 10+ years and is definitely worth putting money into. I don't think I'll be getting rid of it anytime soon. It still amazes me how much nicer this car is IMO than my Prius which was 6 years newer...
Nice. It should for many miles to go. One small detail but I always found it funny. My 2002 4Runner has the button on the AC to show the outside temperature. My wife used to drive a 2015 Nissan and it didn’t have that feature. Lol. She would always say that it was so many years newer but didn’t have that. Like I said it’s a small thing, but overall they’re amazing vehicles.
I feel I got lucky when I bought my much maligned 4th Gen 4Runner, with 150K miles on it, for $12.5K, in 2021.
It's a 2008, Urban Runner, so I call it the 25th anniversary edition... LOL!
A phenomenal vehicle that ticks all the boxes and more for me. A plus is it has a lot of the same components as the FJ and 5th Gens. So, some parts I can get either brand new from the dealer, if I wanted, or go to many aftermarket retailers!
There are only 3 times that I love my 4Runner. When it's, Super Clean, Absolutely Filthy, or when it's Wet! Otherwise I just like it a whole lot!
Haha. If you had 25th Anniversary Edition ion decals made it would confuse so many people. I think the Land Cruiser had a 25th Anniversary Edition.
I want to make a 4th gen 4Runner video too. People often overlook them, but they’re still awesome.
@SPFAdventures Yeah, for whatever reason, I get more crap from the other generation 4Runner owners than Jeep owners!
Even though or maybe because it was the only gen with the V8?! 🤷🏾♂️
Now I'm going to go to Toyota's parts site and see if they have a 25th anniversary badge... LOL!
Help advice please...
I'm about to go look at private party selling 1999 limited 4x4 automatic tomorrow asking price 3,000 firm with 290,000 miles
Any advice helpful
They say everything works perfectly
I love mine. And my 89 4Runner too. Probably won’t be able to sell either.
I just inherited mine. Looks just like yours same bumper and fog lights.
Depends on what region you're in.
Plenty plenty plenty of the 4x4 3rd gens down south $3500-$5000.
I got mine V6 SR5 4WD for 4500. It's got 311k miles, needed alot of things replaced over time, but I've been driving it everyday since I got it at 301k miles so far.
Plenty of them down south with no rust. Might have some scratches and dings and interior that needs attention, but those things are not important. Mine for example is super nice tan cloth interior for It's age. Has one small rip in the driver's seat which I sewed up and missing a small door lock rectangle piece. My clock stopped working a few thousand miles ago. Everything else is there.
These rigs are great, even the 2wd v6 trucks. But they're not seriously worth 10k+ unless they are near mint or are rigged out with gear.
Much better to get a good running one with dings and paint fade and do the mods as you please in time. I've spent almost 10k on mine since March 2023.
They are reliable, but there's always a catch. They are also money pits.
Let's face it. It's not for everyone.
It's a cult car. An old vehicle. Bad on gas. Things need replaced left and right.
But it's something people like, or get sucked into. For me, it's been the most adventurous and I've learned how to work on my own engine compared to the other 14 vehicles I've had as a guy in my late 20s now.
keeping the 365K. thirsty sequioa/ locker for a few more seasons.. smooth ass silk
They’re amazingly capable and reliable! Toyota! 💪🏻
I had a Jeep TJ, gmc duramax, Benz glk350(9years) from 28,000 mi to 210,000mi. But my 3rd gen is the absolute best vehicle I’ve owned no question about it.
Love my 3rd Gen. I'm NEVER selling. Manual hub swap, 5speed manual swap, 4.56 gear swap, TMU display upgrade, 2.0L TDI swap, 29gal aux fuel tank. I can drive from Ohio to Texas, offroad the entire way and never need to fill up. There isn't a single car on the planet that can do that.
I'm interested to know when price on the 3rd Gen 4Runner started going up. I have a 2000 4Runner SR5 4WD. I bought it in Florida late 2018 with 224k miles bone stock and paid $2700. Was I just lucky? Mechanically, engine and trans ran perfect. Still does today at 290k miles. Needed mostly cosmetic work on the interior which I ended up replacing entire interior from a junkyard doner. Front/rear seats and door panels cost me $300. Previous owner was a heavy smoker.
Yea my front seats need some attention soon, but the rest is still pretty good.
2020 was wild for used car prices. New cars were put on hold with chip shortages and lockdowns. So without the inventory of newer cars, older cars became more sought after and more valuable. I think that is when the biggest bump came. And with uncertainty during that time people were holding onto their cash more and buying used cars.
Also during this time people were wanting to get to the outdoors, explore, go camping, escape the cities, etc. Camping industries saw a huge bump. Older Toyotas still carry that “Let’s Go Places” motto, so it could be another factor of then being so popular. Maybe a small percentage.
Yes, very lucky, especially if you have the Rear Diff Lock. 2000 was the last year that was offered in the 3rd Gen.
@@terebrate No, did not come with the locker, but I did retrofit a factory elocker I found in the junkyard.
@@mbraylarak wow, I'm impressed, way to go.
I want one now 😮
You’ll love it! Check for rust for sure and maintenance if possible.
'98 TRD Supercharged Limited w/69,000 original garaged miles ... had it since Feb. of '98. 😆
What would a 2002 sr5 with only 63k go for?
Same reason a 2nd generation Honda CR-V is worth gold today while most don't want to touch a 3rd generation. I got my 2nd gen CR-V with 196K miles and put another 100K on it in 3 years with daily 150 mile roundtrip commutes. When they pulled the valve cover off to replace a leaking seal, the guts were gleaming. The mechanic called me into the garage and said, "Look at that...that engine is like the day it left the factory." Of course, I changed the oil 3X a year with Mobil 1 oil and used K&N filters and took good care of her. Now she's my 2nd vehicle in a semi-retirement stage and I'll never sell her.
That’s awesome. I hope it lasts you many more years! I replaced the valve cover gaskets on my 4Runner around 280,000 with the timing belt/water pump. Same thing. Perfectly clean inside. Also been using Mobil 1 since I got it.
Nobody into 3rd gen 4Runners wants a CR-V
@@toyotadude6771😂😂
I have the same one, 2002 limited in the same color, purchased new in 2002, only has 84k miles, I will never part with it!
That’s incredible! The Dorado Gold is a sweet color. Enjoy it!
This awesome color is called dorado gold pearl. I have a 3rd gen and 4th gen both in dorado gold. Even though my 3rd gen is RWD, after watching this video I feel like selling my 4th gen and get all the mods for the 3rd gen :(
I gotcha. 4th gens are sweet too. Guy I used to work with has a sweet one with the V8. That POWA!
I bought mine brand new in 2002 and it only has 140k miles on it. Starting to get notes on it asking if I want to sell it.
Not gonna lie.. I keep seeing a nice 1999+ thundercloud gray SR5 3rd gen at my gym. Everything looks brand new. I don’t need a second 4Runner… but I’ve contemplated leaving a note. Lol.
The remote on that car was in my pocket when I was swimming in the beach and nothing happing to it water didn’t get inside I was so shocked. Toyota for ever my friend
Dang! That’s impressive. I broke the keyfob years ago.. I need to replace it. So handy.
So after him saying all those prices I'm glad I bought mine for 4500
Yea I just paid 14k for 99 limited 4wd one owner with 83k miles. I hope it’s worth it.
That’s awesome! 99 is a great year too. That’s a good find under 100,000 miles.
That's crazy low miles, and assuming the body is good and clean inside that price seems good. The timing belt has probably not been done yet, so plan on doing that by the time 100K comes around.
Is your car height factory or it’s been lifted
It is lifted. Roughly a 3” bilstein 5100/Old Man Emu lift. Most people run 285/75/16’s with this lift, but I’m still on 265/75/16’s. Haven’t tried the bigger size yet.
Like your old Nassau license plate. The new ones are not as nice. Did you stop by there on a cruise ship?
Thanks! And I did! I went in 2017 and was determined to find one. I kept seeing all the fake novelty ones but finally found a booth that had expired ones. Funny part is, I was rear ended and pushed into another vehicle at a red light in 2021. Totaled the 4Runner but I bought it back and put it back together (the ARB bumper saved it!). The plate was toast. We ended up going on another cruise this spring and I found ANOTHER PLATE to replace the one that was crushed in the wreck 🤣
My 2002 4runner has 120k miles and it’s like new. Engine super quiet. Wouldn’t sell it. Can’t buy a gem any more.
It upsets me that they are so expensive because so many are being baught up by scalpers.
I have just my first Toyota, 98 4runner, old Toyota are hard to find in good condition. Scalpers are a thing, but there is a lack of options too 😢
Still have my 97 with the 5 speed, 170k on it
I believe that the 4Runner is the best vehicle ever made.
I have 1998 4Runner 26 year old never got fixed ❤❤❤❤❤❤
bought mine for 6k with 250k miles and its almost at 300k. Only had to replace the radiator fan so far because it exploded lol
i have a 2001 sr5 4wd with 98k miles. It looks and drives like new.
They are smaller so you can take them on smaller trails. I have to 3rd gens that I am dealing with. I fix this one then go back to the other. One is a limited and other sr5
Bought my 1997 4Runner Limited in 2000. And I'll never sell it.