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I went to my local Toyota dealer today and looked at a 2002 4runner. I jotted down the package codes, so I could check the invoice prices on Edmunds. There were 3 that weren't listed though: C7, R1, GN.
Can anyone tell me what those are and where I can find the invoice prices? Thanks!
As for the room vs. a Camry, yeah, the passenger space is less than a Camry -- after all, it's built off of the compact Tacoma pick-up truck platform so its narrower than a Camry (which makes it more maneuverable offroad). 4runner's are not a people carriers, although with 80 cubic feet of space with the seats down, its great for carrying our 115 pound Newfoundland pup! If you need lots of passenger room, you may need to look elsewhere.
Oh yeah, as far as 2000 vs. 2001, the 2000 was the last year they made the 4runner with an available locking rear differential. If you don't know what the significance is of a locking rear diff, then you should go for the 2001 with the electronic traction control (standard on 2001's).
C7 is the convenience package with roof rack, rear wind deflector, hitch and cargo mat. R1 is the color keyed running boards and GN is a cargo net.
Discount Convenience Package
Color-keyed running boards
Sunroof
Rear Heater
Hood Protector
Alloy wheel locks
Has anyone recently purchased a 4runner close to this one and how much did you pay? Carsdirect has a price of $30,411. Do you think a dealer would go below this? Thanks!
Can VSC and TRAC be added to a 2000 4Runner Limited 4x4 equiped with rear locking diffrential? If yes, is it worth?
I do some off roading, but not serious. I'm thinking of adding these two safety features for my wife driving the vehicle.
Thanks!
FYI, if you live in the Central Atlantic Region, there is currently a $1000 rebate or 0% financing on the 2002 Runners.
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My wife drives a 97 4Runner that we bought new. It has been an excellent vehicle all along. The only thing it lacks is the good fog lights especially when it snows in the mountains. I would like some suggestions on the good quality after market fog lights that can be installed. I do not like the toyota fog lights made by hella for 97 4Runners. Although I like the other fog lights made by Hella.
Thanks.
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My wife drives a 97 4Runner that we bought new. It has been an excellent vehicle all along. The only thing it lacks is the good fog lights especially when it snows in the mountains. I would like some suggestions on the good quality after market fog lights that can be installed. I do not like the toyota fog lights made by hella for 97 4Runners. Although I like the other fog lights made by Hella.
Thanks.
Thunder cloud with the bigger wheels, convience package, sunroof and it is awesome for the price.
Options: C7, AG, SR, JU for $25250 thru CarsDirect.com. They made it very easy and had the best price by $500. So I guess I'll be hanging around here to find out neat 4Runner tricks.
With the Rav4, Highlander, 4Runner,Land Cruiser, and Sequoia I'd say they pretty well got it covered.
Thanks in advance for my sanity.
I am in the market for a 2002 4Runner, however I have heard that a design change is due for 03, and that it may be significant.
I have heard some say (from post on this message board) that it will be bigger, and some say smaller.
Can anyone direct me to some websites that have information on this?
Also, how much faster will the 4Runner depreciate if I go with a 2002 and they redesign in 2003?
Thank you.
Josh
I could not find a place where I could buy Westin Safari Light Bar for a 97' 4Runner. They sell it for 98' Tacomas. Can you please point me in the right direction ?
Thanks.
I've asked the same questions on other boards and have received some recommendations regarding the Trooper and to a lessor extent the G Cherokee. What I'd like to understand better is how the 4 Runner performs off road, what problems I might encounter, what features I should look for, what model years to avoid, what tires I should get, etc. I had budgeted $10k, but I can see that's not enough to get a recent model with airbags and the new AC coolant. So let's say I'm willing to spend $15K if necessary. I'd welcome any comparisons of other brands. (I have read the Edmund reviews and by the time I was finished, it was hard to say which model was better at what). Thanks in advance.
I'm a new reader of this group so I apologize if this has already been addressed.
My carpool buddy has a 2000 4runner 2WD Automatic w/the overdrive button. He insists on switching the O/D off every time he goes below 40MPH. He says the owner's manual mandates this. I told him it's more for going up/down hills where you'd turn it off to use the engine for braking, and avoiding shifts btw 3-4 gear. Seems as if he's putting alot of unnecessary wear on his tranny.
What's the scoop on this 'button'?
Please advise. Thanks!
Gary
[psssst...He's wrong.]
Disregard post #776.
All 4Runners now have only automatics. I share your pain and grief. I love my 5-speed.
Stick shifts are going away. Tundra V-8s can only be had with automatic. Even the V-6 with certain trim levels are automatics (like the 4 door model).
Between low demand and ever increasing emissions standards, the 5 speed is going the way of the do-do bird. Sad but true.
Does the 3.4L have a timing belt or chain?
Thanks!
The dealership offered (of course) extended warranty coverage, but with the 3/36 and 5/60 coverage, the pricing seemed high. For the Platinum 6/75, they want $940 (0 deductible) and for the 7/75, they are asking $1,025 (0 deductible).
Naturally, they quoted us an outrageously high(er) MSRP on these plans, but it seems as if the consumer cost should be hundreds of dollars lower.
What are the best prices I should expect to pay if we should choose to accept one of these plans? We have until 11/30 to accept of decline.
Thanks in advance!
cw
I wonder how they decide whether to go with a belt or a chain. Anybody know?
I always associated timing belts with smaller engines, but 'taint necessarily so, apparently.
If you want sticker shock, look into extended warranties for domestic SUVs. The same coverage generally runs between $1500 to $2000 for a genuine factory backed warranty.
Almost bought an 01 a month ago, but the dealer in the Chicago subs wouldn't budge on the 500 over. Never mind that he lost out on a future Camry purchase. I started to look at the Trailblazer, but I'm not sure about reliability. Some folks on that thread have some real gripes. One guy had a bad cylinder sleeve in the new 4.2 and GM had to replace the motor. Gimmmie a cast iron block (like the 3.4).
It would be nice if the parking mirrors on the Japanese models were options for the U.S. version. They look useful. Check out toyota.co.jp. You can view the sight in English.
Is this a potentially big problem or routine one? I called Carmax about the problem and the salesman told me not to have it towed but drive it to there. I thought it is dangerous to do so since it is 20 miles away.
Carmax has a 5 day return policy, should I return it or give it another chance to fix it? I will take the car to the Carmax later today and just wanted to get some advise before I go.
Thanks
Charles
Is this a potentially big problem or routine one? I called Carmax about the problem and the salesman told me not to have it towed but drive it to there. I thought it is dangerous to do so since it is 20 miles away.
Carmax has a 5 day return policy, should I return it or give it another chance to fix it? I will take the car to the Carmax later today and just wanted to get some advise before I go.
Thanks
Charles
It could also be something serious, so you do need it diagnosed soon. Take it back to them and see what they say. It could be as simple as a hair line crack in the gas cap and for that, you certainly would not want to return the thing.
Now, if you discover that there is an actual engine problem, you need to know soon to make a good decision. While a good 95% of check engine light problems are nothing, the other 5% are not. Find out quickly. If it runs OK, you're probably fine.
Daniel
I went to Nissan and tried Pathfinder which out performed the 4Run every way for my use. Offered me $17.5K on $35K LE Pathfinder. They will still make a decent profit and I'm done with Toyota
My question to him was that we had a near full tank when we bought the car and no none had refuel the tank since but how come the light was not on when we bought it? He couldn't really explain it but he thinks our car is fine just as you had predicted.
Any suggestions as to why the light wasn't on then?
Thanks
It is too bad you couldn't get another 4Runner and I hope your Pathfinder works well for for.
Just to respond to a couple of questions here, I too just purchased a 4runner SR5 4X4, with the sport package, moonroof, discount convenience package, painted running boards (although I did not want them, but there were none in the state that did not have them), and rear heater for $29,666. I was also offered the extended warranty and am now considering it. My dealer offered the 7year warranty originally at $1440, but came down to $746 before I wrote the check for the 4Runner, so I am now thinking I might go for it as I have a few days to decide.
This is my first Toyota and my previous main vehicle was a Dodge RAM, so if I were to loose my mind and purchase another Dodge (never again!!!) I would definately go for the extended warranty as it would have paid for itself many times over with that piece of junk. However, everybody tells me that Toyota's have much better reliability soooo........
As for the dealer experience, it was pretty good I guess, but purchasing a car is never a pleasant experience as they always try to get you on the trade in and the purchase price no matter where you go. The best I could get on my trade in at several dealerships was almost $1000 less than reported trade in values for that vehicle and condition, but I made them give me a better deal on the 4Runner to compensate. They also threw in $400 worth of NBA tickets to make me happy after a few screw ups with delivery that caused me to have to wait at the dealer for the ENTIRE day. (Good thing I had my Powerbook with me so I could get some work done.)
I do not yet know how Toyotas service quality will be, but my benchmark is a local Mercedes dealer that treats you quite well with a nice waiting area with coffee etc... and details your 'Benz before they give it back to you. Very nice.
Thanks,
future 4runner buyer