Well, as people told me back in july, selling my '85 runner would be a huge mistake. I wholeheartedly regret it now.
Don't get me wrong, my new car is just fine, but there is something about a 4runner that just calls to me

So, I am here to ask a few questions, being a 19 year old college student, money is my biggest issue.
Right now my current car is a 1988 Toyota Corolla GT-S (AE92, FWD, sorry )
The car has just over 170,000 miles on it. The paint is in great condition with typical wear and tear. Power everything with every single option possible. It is white with blue interior. I am going to put it up for sale for around $3500.

Now, I would love to get another 85 runner. However with the problems I had with my old one, I really would like to look for a 88-89 just because of all the power options and preferably an sr-5 model (yes no SFA, but that is the least of my concerns).

I know a few people who have found amazing deals from others on yotatech, whether it be buying directly from a board member, their friends, or even auctioning.

I live in the Seattle area, and will be putting my car up for sale within the next few weeks. I am looking to possibly break even, but I can spend no more than $500 out of my own pocket to purchase my new 4runner. Any advice, tips, and/or money ( ) would be appreciated,

Thanks guys, and sorry I didn't stay in touch after I sold the runner

 

there is someone in WA selling a pretty cool white truck with some engine problems.... you could probably fix it for cheap though

 

yay!!!!!! the big RICKSTER is comin back!!!!!!! hahahahahaha you have a messege buddy!

 

www.autotrader.com
Lotsa deals in the PNW.

 

If you are still interested in an '85, did you see this Seattle post?
https://www.yotatech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=48166

 

what extact problems did you have? i might pick up an 85 real soon over an 88 v6.

 

Welcome back. I will keep an eye in Central Wa for yuh. Ben

 

I just happened to buy my '85 before everything, and I mean everything went wrong with it engine wise. New starter, alternator, water pump, radiator, clutch, timing chain, headgasket blew. I bought it in summer of 2002 for $3300 and ended up spending over $7000 on it over two years. Just make sure she runs well, and ask if you can take her for the day, leave your car and something of value with them, and take it to your mechanic, at least i know I now have someone trustworthy enough to check out a vehicle for me.

 

You got a ae92? You should try to get a ae86 and buy that. Those things in california are rare and gaining money! Sell a couple of those and you got urself a 3rd gen 4runner.

 

yes it's an ae92, not a rwd 86!!

But I got a deal on it I could not pass up, bought it from a good family friend, so I knew the car was in great shape.

I don't want a 3rd Gen 4runner. I was/am so attached to the 1st gens.