View Poll Results: What generation 4runner do you own?
1st Generation (1984-1989)
261
18.97%
2nd Generation (1990-1995)
443
32.19%
3rd Generation (1996-2002)
584
42.44%
4th Generation (+2003)
140
10.17%
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Poll: What generation 4runner do you own?
Dec 12, 2002 | 07:22 PM
#21
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From: Winnipeg, Canada
Love my 2nd gen. It has some drawbacks but then so do the newer ones. I think what I would really like is a 2nd gen with a 3.4 motor.
I like the tailgate. Initially I wished I had the hatch type like on the newer ones, but it is growing on me. I had some minor trouble with the window in the tailgate to begin with but since I replaced the metal pieces that hold the glass at the bottom, it has been fine. I wish the glass didn't get scratched when you have to open it when the window is dirty. I do like the tailgate however so am prepared to put up with the rest.
The 3rd gens are a little bigger as well and the doors are a little bigger so they are a little bit easier to get into. Apart from that I couldn't see the value in paying more and there seems to be a major price jump between a 95 and a 96 or 97.
I think the torsion bar front end is fine and the old style steering box is tougher than the rack on the newer ones.
Randy
I like the tailgate. Initially I wished I had the hatch type like on the newer ones, but it is growing on me. I had some minor trouble with the window in the tailgate to begin with but since I replaced the metal pieces that hold the glass at the bottom, it has been fine. I wish the glass didn't get scratched when you have to open it when the window is dirty. I do like the tailgate however so am prepared to put up with the rest.
The 3rd gens are a little bigger as well and the doors are a little bigger so they are a little bit easier to get into. Apart from that I couldn't see the value in paying more and there seems to be a major price jump between a 95 and a 96 or 97.
I think the torsion bar front end is fine and the old style steering box is tougher than the rack on the newer ones.
Randy
Why have one if the top doesn't come off 
you said it! Way to go 2nd gen X-ers!!!!!!!
3rd Gen - 1997 4runner
Dec 13, 2002 | 10:51 PM
#28
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2nd Gen Baby! But, I saw a Blue 4th Gen today while looking for puddles to drive through. I circled the block and safely did an exorcist neck move. It was soo pretty! Gotta have one after I get my new dream Lexus LX. Other than that, I'm happy with my 3.0 Nice round number. Right now the biggest thing i envy about the 3rd Gens is the rubber square cover over that square thing under the bumper. (i'm still learning my terminology- cars101)
Dec 15, 2002 | 11:35 AM
#31
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Joined: Oct 2002
Posts: 89
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From: Bellevue, WA
3rd genny here..... 99limited wohoo! I LOVE the new 4gens though... Does anyone know the exact date they were availiable in the U.S? I have seen them in dealerships and carshows... but I have yet to see a single one on the streets. Peace.
Dec 15, 2002 | 11:41 AM
#32
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From: Auburn, Washington
2nd gen here :xmas7:
Orangeman, sometime in October is when they hit the streets in WA. state.
See thw write-up here I put together on Jon's rig.
He had it for a short time before we took it off road to test it out.
Orangeman, sometime in October is when they hit the streets in WA. state.
See thw write-up here I put together on Jon's rig.
He had it for a short time before we took it off road to test it out.
does "having owned one count ? "
