my buddy wants to buy a 4runner from a private seller here in calgary, and he wants me to check it out. im familiar with 2nd gens, but ive had no dealings with a 3rd gen before. what are the biggests things i should be looking out for? this is what the ad says:

1999 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5 V6 4X4, 137000kms, 4dr, Dark Green, Manual, 4x4, 3.4L V6, Cylinder 6, Gas, Air Conditioning, All Equipped, Alloy Wheels, AM/FM Stereo, Anti-Lock Brakes, CD Player, Cruise Control, Driver Air Bag, Dual Air Bag, Fog Lights, Heated Mirrors, Intermittent Wipers, Power Brakes, Power Locks, Power Mirrors, Power Steering, Power Windows, Rear Defroster, Roof Rack, Running Boards, Tilt Wheel, Tinted Glass

ill be checking er out on sunday, so ive got a couple of days... thanks peeps, you rawk

 

Service records if you can get them. Was the timing belt changed at 90k? Clutch wear and just general wear and tear.

 

Leaking rear axle seals.

 

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