Hey everyone new to yotatech forums. So heres a little intro haha. From PA and im looking at this 95 4R i want to buy. It has 147k 5speed. I know these gens have there headgasket issues. I know theres a recall of sorts i plan to call after i test drive etc. is there anything else to look for? If theres a better place for this thread please point me in the right direction thanks.

 

Get underneath and check the frame and the brake and fuel lines this liquid brine destroys any steel parts .

Unless it has been spending the winters in southern Utah.

 

The frame is in good condition. The rear bumper is starting to rust out on the corners its not all the way through

 

pull the vin number and run it through toyota. Most of the service campaigns on this vehicle are lifetime. Meaning if the head gaskets haven't been done then there is a chance that you will be able to take it toyota and get them replaced free (even motor work if there are burnt valves or any other problems.) I bought a beat up second gen earlier this year and have been continually running down issues, however, that being said, these vehicles refuse to quit. So, if it seems to be a solid starting point (frame is straight, not rusted out, everything is there and (mostly) operational,) if the price is right you cant really go wrong.