Parting out a 97 4R MT/V6 4x4
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Parting out a 97 4R MT/V6 4x4
All, i am just trying to get a feel for things but i was thinking about parting out my 97 4Runner MT/V6/4x4. It has 147k on the odo but runs fine--The point being here is that i want to get a newer Truck with the 4.0 and have always heard that an automobile is worth three times as much as parts--not to mention would help those who need the parts....etc. What are your opinions--good or bad
Thanks Henry
Thanks Henry
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I concur. If you want to part the truck out you will get more money, but you have to be prepared to wait and do a lot of work and mailing of heavy parts... It's really not worth it unless the vehicle was insurance salvage.
Good luck... Does it have a locker, btw?
Good luck... Does it have a locker, btw?
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If it's in good shape I would just sell it cause it's less of a hassle. But if you want to part it, how much for the charcoal canister in good shape?
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It is just a plain Jane SR5--I was just trying to get a feel. Time wouldnt be that big of an issue as i would just keep it in the garage. I would have the whole truck to part out--everything!!!--except the rear gears/carrier--i think they need to be rebuilt. but other than that everything.
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Parting it out will theoretically get you more money in the long run, BUT:
Whatever your decision ends up being, best of luck!
- Will you actually sell at least 80% of the parts in a reasonable time? I doubt it.
- Do you have the time to deal with shipping, returns, lost packages, refunds? It can be a real hassle.
- Are you willing to keep the junk in your garage for 2, 3 or more years? Time is money. Lost time is lost money.
- Are you disciplined enough to save all the money until you sell all parts? You may end up spending a few hundred here and there and end up with a bunch of parts that nobody wants and no cash.
Whatever your decision ends up being, best of luck!
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interesting thoughts--though none seem to be on the positive side...the overall purpose would be to maximize my ROI on an assest i own--getting me closer to a model with a 4.0. I guess more than anything i was curious about what engines and tranny combos would go for--stuffs like that. I do appreciate the feedback and monetary discipline?TVM wouldnt really be the problem. Based on the number banged up Runners out there---i think there would be demand LOL--JK. Thanks again
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