Topic: stock 90 4 runner , what to expect with the v6

[lc tpi]

looking at buying a 90 runner v6 auto. i dont know much about the v6 other than problems with the head gaskets. what should i look for. this would be a daily driver for the wife around town. superduty isnt all that economical.

[Toymin8r]

expect an overweight, underpowered slug....and they only get about 14-15 mpg.  Other than that they're fine.

[Steve_925]

superduty is proble more economical that the 3.0. with 37s i get at most 12 mpg.

[lc tpi [OP]]

 the thing is my truck is an 01 and ive got 117,000 on it and i really dont want to keep putting tons of miles on it. i figure i can buy this 90 runner for 5 grand and wear it out. thanks for the info guys.

[Toymin8r]

5 grand is too much for a 1990.  You can find a 96-99 for that much if you look.  They'll have the much better 3.4

[BLACKDOG]

5 grand is too much for a 1990.  You can find a 96-99 for that much if you look.  They'll have the much better 3.4

Depends on where you're at.  The farther west you go, the more $$ toyotas cost.  It does seem high though, for a 90, unles its in great shape. 

For just daily driving, the v6 and the auto will be ok.  Its not speed demon, but it'll get you there.  The auto is a pretty weak system, but for just DDing it, it'll be fine.

[lc tpi [OP]]

 from what ive gatherd so far it has low miles ( whatever that is) and has been garaged its whole life. totally stock except 4 the wheels.

[RTA]

5K    No way.

[84pickup]

brother paid 5K for his 95 with the 3.slow. wasn't in the greatest condition and still isn't. he put a jacobs ignition system on it to get a little more power and economy but i think he only get like 17 or maybe 19 on the highway. he's got an auto too and really doesn't like it. i think if it had a different engine and tranny it would be really fun. ride is great stock stereo is decent and it's just an all around decent vehicle except for the drivetrain.

[Huhwhye]

You are better off looking for a later 3rd gen 4runner with a 3.4, better power and MPG.  I'd probably consider a 3rd gen with a 4cyl/5spd over a 2nd gen with a 3.0/auto.  Power is same or better and MPG is outstanding for a SUV.  Many are getting 20+ mpg

We have a '92 in the family.  It really struggles when you get up in altitude.  And I think it gets 13mpg in normal driving.  Makes my 2000 feel fast

[weirdtimes_7]

I get like 19 MPG where ever and what ever i do... my 3slow hasn't given me any problems yet.... and she's got 213K on the engine....

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