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What 4Runner is the best?

96+ w/ 250k miles on 3.4
96+ w/ rebuilt 3.4
84-95 w/ rebuilt 22RE
84-95 w/ rebuilt 3.0
84-95 w/ 200k 22RE
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What 4Runner to replace the Tacoma
« on: Mar 22, 2011, 10:30:15 AM »
I am looking at replacing my beloved Tacoma to fit the new addition to our family.  I am also trying to reduce some debt so I am looking at buying a $4-5k 4Runner.  I will also be driving this vehicle a lot with work and want it to be reliable to drive daily and be capable of taking some abuse on the weekends.

I really want a 96+ Runner but in my price range they have high mileage.  How long does the 3.4 last?
I am possibly considering an automatic w/ the 3.4 but don't know how reliable the automatic is off road.

I like the 90-95 body style for 4 doors but am leery about the 3.0 that comes in 90% of them.

I like 84-89 body style for removable hard top but worry about reliability.

I want a solid axle/SAS but it will be a lucky find if I get that too.



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Re: What 4Runner to replace the Tacoma
« Reply #1 on: Mar 22, 2011, 11:47:40 AM »
i voted for the 84-89 with a 3.4
88 4runner 92 cpi duals 37 radial rockers and 4.8 coming soon

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Re: What 4Runner to replace the Tacoma
« Reply #2 on: Mar 23, 2011, 03:53:04 AM »
85 nothing more nothing less!
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Re: What 4Runner to replace the Tacoma
« Reply #3 on: Mar 25, 2011, 07:21:23 PM »
which ever year you decide, it's a win win situation.

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Re: What 4Runner to replace the Tacoma
« Reply #4 on: Mar 25, 2011, 08:04:57 PM »
I got an 87 I would sell you lol. But you are probably to far away ha.My add is in the for sale section.


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