Author Topic: Found a Trekker...( now with pics ) (Read 4853 times)

Opias · « **on:** Apr 07, 2007, 08:18:57 PM »

The head gasket finally blew on my 88. After getting 75 dollars back out of it, I found myself in the market for another cheap Toy 4x4 that I could obtain fairly cheaply and quickly. I ended up finding an 81 22r Trekker 5sp, not in too bad of shape. The clutch needed to be bled, so I couldn't get a very good idea of how drivable it was, but this is going to be my DD. The odo reads 80,000, the seller says its not correct but estimates the mileage to be as low as 100,000-120,000 miles. The motor still feels very strong. Interior's not the best. The seller is asking 600 dollars for the truck (800 with new baja 31 mts) Anyone have any experience with finding/needing special parts for these trucks? Any known issues seperate from first gen pickups? The frame didn't look too bad on it...I found this truck an hour after I started looking so maybe i'm overanalyzing a good deal but I don't want to find myself in another money pit with my daily driver.

79coyotefrg · « **Reply #1 on:** Apr 07, 2007, 08:24:44 PM »

GO GRAB THAT BABY

TurtleTappers91 · « **Reply #2 on:** Apr 07, 2007, 08:25:29 PM »

I would not hesitate.....

Tallchevy · « **Reply #3 on:** Apr 07, 2007, 09:04:01 PM »

Trekker! I consider that the original 4Runner. Thats what I wanted but couldn't find one. Snatch that thing up

Opias · « **Reply #4 on:** Apr 07, 2007, 09:06:08 PM »

The guy really has no idea what he has and how rare it is...

financially even a 600 purchase is a huge blow to me right now, even to have a trekker. I want a DD first, collectible 4x4 second.

i'll call him tmrw and try and work something out, look for pics of the trekker within a week or so hopefully

Tallchevy · « **Reply #5 on:** Apr 07, 2007, 09:09:47 PM »

Tell me were it's at & I'll buy it

Then I'll sell it to you later

pyrotec220 · « **Reply #6 on:** Apr 07, 2007, 09:11:54 PM »

buy it!

Shoyrtt · « **Reply #7 on:** Apr 07, 2007, 10:43:23 PM »

Sounds like a deal.

Gotta love the Trekker

MocKKnighT · « **Reply #8 on:** Apr 07, 2007, 11:15:03 PM »

where are you located, cause i will buy it if you don't

StillH2O_Toy · « **Reply #9 on:** Apr 08, 2007, 07:47:38 AM »

Buy it then sell it for a profit or keep it and have something hella cool.

46&2 · « **Reply #10 on:** Apr 08, 2007, 11:23:11 AM »

I wouldnt hesitate on buying a trekker if i was ever able to find one. if the guy doesnt know what hes sitting on, maybe try and work him down with as many negative points as you can come up with. just a suggestion, good luck!

kneedownnate · « **Reply #11 on:** Apr 08, 2007, 11:47:46 AM »

I've found that sometimes walking around looking at the vehicle without saying anything will sometimes make the seller nervous enought to start offering up deeper discounts. It helps if you keep going back and re-checking problem areas too, makes them more nervous. Some sellers, like some buyers, have a good poker face and will call your bluff, but some will fold like so much cheap oregame paper.

Opias · « **Reply #12 on:** Apr 08, 2007, 12:03:48 PM »

The seller is very firm on 600 dollars. It looks like I'll be bringing the Trekker home on Tuesday or Wednesday.

Gittinit · « **Reply #13 on:** Apr 08, 2007, 04:58:38 PM »

Quote from: Opias on Apr 08, 2007, 12:03:48 PM

The seller is very firm on 600 dollars. It looks like I'll be bringing the Trekker home on Tuesday or Wednesday.

If you think it will be too much work for you leave it like it is , put it on Ebay and double or tripple your money.

Its always nice to make money off of a sale.

beater82 · « **Reply #14 on:** Apr 08, 2007, 09:08:24 PM »

Quote from: Shoyrtt on Apr 07, 2007, 10:43:23 PM

Sounds like a deal.
Gotta love the Trekker

Looks like the "Supa Dupa Snow Machine" too me. Go get it!!!
Hell, I saw one in Eureka that was kinda' beat for $3500.

4stair · « **Reply #15 on:** Apr 08, 2007, 11:35:18 PM »

i know where their is one in Pa at yota yard... its rotten and has spare parts inside leaking on the interior, but they still want 5k for it

86 4runner · « **Reply #16 on:** Apr 09, 2007, 12:09:58 AM »

Quote from: Opias on Apr 07, 2007, 08:18:57 PM

After getting 75 dollars back out of it,

You sold a 4runner for $75???

854RUN · « **Reply #17 on:** Apr 09, 2007, 09:35:28 AM »

$600.00 man what a steel. Thats bad ace, what are your plans for it?

crawlerdan · « **Reply #18 on:** Apr 09, 2007, 09:51:28 AM »

i found a pretty rough one here in portland last night for 4k, flat tires, bad fenders, mold in the interior, guy knew what it is though. i bet that if it runs you could sel it for a couple grand the day after you buy it

DTB · « **Reply #19 on:** Apr 09, 2007, 03:46:54 PM »

Quote from: 86 4runner on Apr 09, 2007, 12:09:58 AM

You sold a 4runner for $75???

x2 wtf?

BigMike · « **Reply #20 on:** Apr 09, 2007, 03:53:54 PM »

Take some pics of the Trekker you lucky guy

Yota Tony · « **Reply #21 on:** Apr 09, 2007, 08:20:13 PM »

Awesome.

I found a Trekker at a local wrecker (complete) but it was already sold

This was about a week after buying my 82.

Opias · « **Reply #22 on:** Apr 09, 2007, 09:57:07 PM »

brought it home tonight...look for pics of the Trekker tmrw hopefully

Gittinit · « **Reply #23 on:** Apr 10, 2007, 08:51:40 AM »

Quote from: Opias on Apr 09, 2007, 09:57:07 PM

brought it home tonight...look for pics of the Trekker tmrw hopefully

When you decide to get rid of this one look me up! I have $75 dollars with your name on it.

kneedownnate · « **Reply #24 on:** Apr 10, 2007, 10:05:58 PM »

, I'll give him $76

Opias · « **Reply #25 on:** May 07, 2007, 09:56:40 PM »

Installed add a leafs and mounted my 33s...gonna clean it up and post pics here tomorrow

46&2 · « **Reply #26 on:** May 08, 2007, 12:49:30 AM »

Sweet, can't wait to see what you got!

brainlessfool · « **Reply #27 on:** May 08, 2007, 07:54:26 PM »

Quote from: Opias on May 07, 2007, 09:56:40 PM

Installed add a leafs and mounted my 33s...gonna clean it up and post pics here tomorrow

OK , it's tomorrow!

slacker · « **Reply #28 on:** May 09, 2007, 04:16:48 PM »

I just bought 2 and 1/2 units myself

1 i'm building for my son
1 I'm building for myself

and the 1/2 unit , i'm going to be making fiberglass moulds .. and reproducing the trekkers .

Opias · « **Reply #29 on:** May 10, 2007, 12:05:00 AM »

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