4Runner Now Gone... I had to..

DSN46 · 09-07-2008, 06:40 AM

Hey Folks,

Well, I finally sold the 4Runner. Not happy about it really...
Family just got too big to fit anymore.

At any rate, I kept my Cargo Box / Drawers and Roof Rack. (Also kept my winch, but that will going on new vehicle). The box is for sale. You can see pics of it on my website in my signature.

There is a posting in the For Sale section also.

You all take care.

James

2000t4rAKS · 09-07-2008, 06:49 AM

Sorry to see that you had to let the Runner go. It was an awesome rig and very well built. I have the same year and I love it and still modding it. Whats your next project?

Ron Helmuth · 09-07-2008, 07:40 AM

sorry to hear that

that was a fine looking ride and well equipped. Did you move up to a Cruiser or Sequoia?

just curious- I won't bash on you if you stepped out of Yotas

DSN46 · 09-07-2008, 10:56 AM

Thanks!

We looked long and hard at Sequioa's. But, couldn't find anything that wasn't already trashed by another family, plus, dealers think they have a little pot of gold with that vehicle because the Domestic SUV's aren't selling so well. They wanted NADA Retail price and above on every one we looked at. Tried Private sellers, but sometimes private sellers are even worse... they think because they put an aftermarket stereo in it.. they should get 3 grand more! I have a BIG lesson for them... and most of us on this board know it already... when you modify your vehicle, you WILL NOT get back out of it what you put into it when you sell it..... unless you find that one buyer who is looking exactly for what you are selling.

At any rate, I found a pristine Tahoe LT 4X4 with 3rd row seating. Already had a 6 inch Fabtech lift and 35" AT's. Lots of aftermarket to include 4.56 gears and an Eaton Posi. All the bells and whistles with only 48000 miles on it. GREAT price because dealer said he couldn't move a lifted vehicle very well with big tires during this gas crunch. I wouldn't normally buy an already lifted rig, but I know what to look for and this rig was a "Mall Crawler" at most. You can tell the Previous Owner wanted a show-truck.

So, that's it. Now my whole family fits with no problems and I have the power to pull our camper without any struggle up hills (5.7 ltr V8 helps).

Sincerely,

James

P.S. Not a day goes by that I don't think about my Runner though

Atomic · 09-07-2008, 11:42 AM

Pics?

pattycakes77 · 09-07-2008, 02:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DSN46

Not a day goes by that I don't think about my Runner though

it will get better, just give it a little time. it's alright to cry in your pillow at night a little, as long as everyone else is asleep

sorry to hear the fam grew out of the beast, but it sounds like the new beast will serve you well.

DSN46 · 09-07-2008, 04:49 PM

Thank you all.

I can see another Yota in my future. I do believe it will be of the older model (early 90's) Land Cruiser type.
I will get pics up on my site soon. I'll let you know here when I do.

God Bless,

James

09-07-2008, 06:40 AM	#1 (permalink)
DSN46 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Central Florida Posts: 127	4Runner Now Gone... I had to.. Hey Folks, Well, I finally sold the 4Runner. Not happy about it really... Family just got too big to fit anymore. At any rate, I kept my Cargo Box / Drawers and Roof Rack. (Also kept my winch, but that will going on new vehicle). The box is for sale. You can see pics of it on my website in my signature. There is a posting in the For Sale section also. You all take care. James __________________ 2000 Limited / Tow Package / Deck-Plated / Diff-Lok Mod /265 MT's / Home-Made Sliders / Home-Made bumper / Toytec 3" Coil Lift / More to Come.... LawDawg's 4X4

09-07-2008, 06:49 AM	#2 (permalink)
2000t4rAKS Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 259	Sorry to see that you had to let the Runner go. It was an awesome rig and very well built. I have the same year and I love it and still modding it. Whats your next project? __________________ 2000 4Runner Limited 4x4 Kenwood DNX7100 HU Alpine SPR-17S Component Speakers

09-07-2008, 07:40 AM	#3 (permalink)
Ron Helmuth Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Denver metro area-CO Posts: 575	sorry to hear that that was a fine looking ride and well equipped. Did you move up to a Cruiser or Sequoia? just curious- I won't bash on you if you stepped out of Yotas __________________ 99 4Runner SR5 4wd 3.4/5 spd Factory Rear Locker/Rear Diff Breather Extension LT265/75/16 Nitto Terra Gs- AR767s Old Man Emu springs- 881 fronts/891 rears Old Man Emu shocks- N91s fronts/ N86 rears All Pro Off Road sliders/ARB "Taco" bumper Redline Tuning hood struts -prop rod now useless! TrueFlow Air Filter fed by airbox deckplate mod Rear wing custom painted in body color (white056)

09-07-2008, 10:56 AM	#4 (permalink)
DSN46 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Central Florida Posts: 127	Thanks! We looked long and hard at Sequioa's. But, couldn't find anything that wasn't already trashed by another family, plus, dealers think they have a little pot of gold with that vehicle because the Domestic SUV's aren't selling so well. They wanted NADA Retail price and above on every one we looked at. Tried Private sellers, but sometimes private sellers are even worse... they think because they put an aftermarket stereo in it.. they should get 3 grand more! I have a BIG lesson for them... and most of us on this board know it already... when you modify your vehicle, you WILL NOT get back out of it what you put into it when you sell it..... unless you find that one buyer who is looking exactly for what you are selling. At any rate, I found a pristine Tahoe LT 4X4 with 3rd row seating. Already had a 6 inch Fabtech lift and 35" AT's. Lots of aftermarket to include 4.56 gears and an Eaton Posi. All the bells and whistles with only 48000 miles on it. GREAT price because dealer said he couldn't move a lifted vehicle very well with big tires during this gas crunch. I wouldn't normally buy an already lifted rig, but I know what to look for and this rig was a "Mall Crawler" at most. You can tell the Previous Owner wanted a show-truck. So, that's it. Now my whole family fits with no problems and I have the power to pull our camper without any struggle up hills (5.7 ltr V8 helps). Sincerely, James P.S. Not a day goes by that I don't think about my Runner though __________________ 2000 Limited / Tow Package / Deck-Plated / Diff-Lok Mod /265 MT's / Home-Made Sliders / Home-Made bumper / Toytec 3" Coil Lift / More to Come.... LawDawg's 4X4

09-07-2008, 11:42 AM	#5 (permalink)
Atomic Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Crystal Lake IL (Home) or Oxford OH (MU Ohio) Posts: 292	Pics? __________________ Tess- 1998 4Runner 4WD SR5: 147k, Evergreen Pearl Metallic, ARB Tacoma Bull Bar, Hella 500's, Deckplate, ISR, WabFab discos, 5.25'' Infinity Reference rears, Baja amp powering a 10'' Infinity Reference sub, Sylvania Silverstars, JB L.E.D. Taillights 1996 4Runner 2WD SR5: stock, dented, almost dead, 195k- Brother's Tess www.invisiblechildren.com

09-07-2008, 04:49 PM	#7 (permalink)
DSN46 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Central Florida Posts: 127	Thank you all. I can see another Yota in my future. I do believe it will be of the older model (early 90's) Land Cruiser type. I will get pics up on my site soon. I'll let you know here when I do. God Bless, James __________________ 2000 Limited / Tow Package / Deck-Plated / Diff-Lok Mod /265 MT's / Home-Made Sliders / Home-Made bumper / Toytec 3" Coil Lift / More to Come.... LawDawg's 4X4

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