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1990 4Runner V6 116k miles should I buy?

Discussion in '2nd Gen 4Runners (1990-1995)' started by bwise, May 8, 2025 at 5:16 AM.

  1. May 8, 2025 at 5:16 AM
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    bwise

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    Hi all new here. Recently stumbled across a 1990 model with the V6 with about 116k miles on it.

    I’m new to 4 runners so:
    - Would you look at it?
    - Other than frame rust and head gaskets what are the problems I should look at?
    - Is this thing too old?

    Asking around $8000 I hope to talk them down. This thing would probably be an off roading vehicle for me and only get driven once or twice a week on the weekends. I think it has a slight lift.

    What do you all think?
     
  2. May 8, 2025 at 6:07 AM
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    Daddykool

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    Not much info to go on. But if the truck is really nice enough to command a price like that, I certainly wouldn't beat it up off-roading it. I would treat that 35-year-old low-mileage truck gently and maintain its good condition, and get something else to off-road.
     
  3. May 8, 2025 at 6:26 AM
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    Hungryhawk

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    A nice collectable if you like classics.
    Do you have garage space for it? Your insurance company will not value it that high. You can find a specialty auto insurance provider that you negotiate the value with and pay more to get more coverage representing your actual investment.
     
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  4. May 8, 2025 at 6:36 AM
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    Ironguy

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    Welcome from Arizona!
     
  5. May 8, 2025 at 7:37 AM
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    bwise

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    I’m really not looking for a collectible. I just need something cheap for light off-roading to drive once or twice a week for the next two years
     

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