I guess my first question is...are the liftgates the same? How about the paint codes? If I remember correctly, the paint is slightly a different color. Can anyone verify this? The liftgates look the same.

 

I am going to say they are different. I bought a 00 4Runner in green, and it was different when compared to my 96. Only way to be sure is the paint code, but I think you are right.

 

The paint is different in a 1999 for sure. The earlier models have an Evergreen Pearl and the 1999's (and later I think) have what is called Imperial Jade Mica.

PS - Go Dawgs! I graduated from UGA in 1997 and I am guessing from your avatar that you went there as well.

 

Kevin,
Yeah GOOO DAWGS!!! 1995 here. That's what I thought...just my luck. I could have gotten a 97 complete liftgate for around $900. I'll keep looking.

What takes you to CO?

 

My love for the outdoors. . . backpacking in general! I miss all the trees back east though. BUT, the mountains here rock and I just bought my 4Runner and can't wait to put it to good use this summer. I have met a few people on this forum that I hope to tag-along with on some trails pretty soon. Talk to you later.

Bummer about the 97 liftgate. I wonder how much it would cost to get the stealership to paint it for you? Might be worth looking into.

 

i know 1400 is steep, but that much metal HAS to match or it would bother me to no end

 

no kidding $1400 is steep. I am looking for a 99 complete used lift gate as we speak. If that doesn't pan out, then I'll try and go new...

 

local yard has a 99 tailgate in balck for $900. Roughly 150-200 for shipping. I asked, no green.

 

Wow...really. If it were only green Thanks for calling, that was super cool!!!!! If it were green I'd come get it this weekend. I could stay with a friend in F-burg...oh well.