My daily driver that i sold this morning was a 99 Taco 4cyl 2wd. I am looking at 84-89 4runners and older pickups. I want to spend up to $3k for something running or > $1.5k for something not running. This is not going to be an expo truck but it will be my 4x4 beater. Any suggestions?
Old 4Runner or Old SR5 PU
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98roamer
Explorer
How about $800 for an 88 4runner Not running.
http://expeditionportal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=16628
http://expeditionportal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=16628
DaveInDenver
Middle Income Semi-Redneck
Here's a 1983 regular bed that's most of the way there. It's a beater, but seems to have a start gear-wise.
http://denver.craigslist.org/car/741811703.html
FOR SALE:
1983 Toyota 4x4 Pickup Truck
Regular Cab / Short Bed
Excellent Running 22R 4 cyl. Engine, only 136,000 original miles!!
L52 5-Speed Transmission, newer clutch
New Water Pump
Newer Battery
All new fluid in all gear boxes and axles
All Receipts and Records!
THE CRAWLER T-CASE SET-UP:
21 spline top-shift 2.28 front T-Case
Trail Gear Adapter w/ 23 spline to 21 spline coupler
23 Spline turbo top-shift 5.0 Inchworm rear T-Case 183:1 FINAL CRAWL RATIO....that is really low and slow!!
Custom Rear Drive Shaft by Truck Parts Specialists
Custom-made front square drive shaft, .250 square tube
'84 Front axle, open, 4.10's, u-bolt flip
flipped ball on j-arm, Pro Comp dropped drag link
'83 Rear axle, 4.10's, Lincoln Locker (welded)
newer Long travel 12" shocks on all 4 corners
4" Front Pro Comp Suspension Lift Springs and 2" Shackles
63" Rear Chevy 1/2 Ton Springs, 3" Shackles
Articulates very well
2 Front tires are new 35x12.50x15 Mud King M/T's with 90% tread
on 15 x 8 black steel wheels
2 Rear Tires are Pro Comp X-Terrain's 35x12.50x15 with 70% tread
on 15 x 8 black steel wheels
Spare tire is a 35x12.50x15 Mud King M/T with 10% Tread
Has good windshield glass, dash is still in pretty good shape.
THE BAD:
Truck has some rock rash from hardcore trails and rockcrawling,
both doors are dented, but they still open and close, lock,
and the windows go up and down. The interior is kind of rough, no stereo.
A few pics are without doors, but
as mentioned, it does have doors.
The bench seat has a tear on the driver side seat
Currently the passenger side headlight is out, so the
headlights and taillights are not working. Possible wiring?
The brake lights and turn signals do work though.
All in all, this is a good truck, it runs very well, it always starts up right away, and does surprisingly well on the road. It is an incredible rockcrawler!!!! I have driven it to Moab and back under it's own power 4 times in the last 2 years. It has always had oil changes at 3000 miles, and does not smoke, leak or burn oil. It has CURRENT emissions tests, is registered, plated, insured and driven often. It has a clean Colorado title.
PRICE REDUCED BY $900, NOW ASKING $3000 OR BEST OFFER!!!
PLEASE CALL (720)524-7271, leave a message if no answer and your call WILL be returned the same day!
http://denver.craigslist.org/car/741811703.html
FOR SALE:
1983 Toyota 4x4 Pickup Truck
Regular Cab / Short Bed
Excellent Running 22R 4 cyl. Engine, only 136,000 original miles!!
L52 5-Speed Transmission, newer clutch
New Water Pump
Newer Battery
All new fluid in all gear boxes and axles
All Receipts and Records!
THE CRAWLER T-CASE SET-UP:
21 spline top-shift 2.28 front T-Case
Trail Gear Adapter w/ 23 spline to 21 spline coupler
23 Spline turbo top-shift 5.0 Inchworm rear T-Case 183:1 FINAL CRAWL RATIO....that is really low and slow!!
Custom Rear Drive Shaft by Truck Parts Specialists
Custom-made front square drive shaft, .250 square tube
'84 Front axle, open, 4.10's, u-bolt flip
flipped ball on j-arm, Pro Comp dropped drag link
'83 Rear axle, 4.10's, Lincoln Locker (welded)
newer Long travel 12" shocks on all 4 corners
4" Front Pro Comp Suspension Lift Springs and 2" Shackles
63" Rear Chevy 1/2 Ton Springs, 3" Shackles
Articulates very well
2 Front tires are new 35x12.50x15 Mud King M/T's with 90% tread
on 15 x 8 black steel wheels
2 Rear Tires are Pro Comp X-Terrain's 35x12.50x15 with 70% tread
on 15 x 8 black steel wheels
Spare tire is a 35x12.50x15 Mud King M/T with 10% Tread
Has good windshield glass, dash is still in pretty good shape.
THE BAD:
Truck has some rock rash from hardcore trails and rockcrawling,
both doors are dented, but they still open and close, lock,
and the windows go up and down. The interior is kind of rough, no stereo.
A few pics are without doors, but
as mentioned, it does have doors.
The bench seat has a tear on the driver side seat
Currently the passenger side headlight is out, so the
headlights and taillights are not working. Possible wiring?
The brake lights and turn signals do work though.
All in all, this is a good truck, it runs very well, it always starts up right away, and does surprisingly well on the road. It is an incredible rockcrawler!!!! I have driven it to Moab and back under it's own power 4 times in the last 2 years. It has always had oil changes at 3000 miles, and does not smoke, leak or burn oil. It has CURRENT emissions tests, is registered, plated, insured and driven often. It has a clean Colorado title.
PRICE REDUCED BY $900, NOW ASKING $3000 OR BEST OFFER!!!
PLEASE CALL (720)524-7271, leave a message if no answer and your call WILL be returned the same day!
ttravis5446
Adventurer
If you don't find something you like after a couple of weeks, hit me up. I may be moving soon and will most likely have to sell a couple of vehicles. My '85 SR5 extended cab EFI truck may be on the chopping block. I just drove it to Denver last weekend and came back up over Trail Ridge road through Rocky Mountain National park. Just need some exhaust work and I noticed a couple of drops of oil coming out of the rear pinion seal this morning. I just bought it about a month ago but it seems pretty dependable.
Cackalak Han
Explorer
Simple: Do you need a bed? If so, get a PU. If not, get a 4Runner.
I really like the 1st Gen 4Runners with the removable top. I really wish Toyota would bring it back, if not to the 4Runner, at least to the FJC or something.
The problem with 99% of the 1st Gens for sale around here is the severe rust issue.
I really like the 1st Gen 4Runners with the removable top. I really wish Toyota would bring it back, if not to the 4Runner, at least to the FJC or something.
The problem with 99% of the 1st Gens for sale around here is the severe rust issue.
olympiccop2002
Explorer
Wow! That thing looks awesome! What a great ride. Good luck with the purchase and post more pics! :wings:
Bjorn
Bjorn
DaveInDenver
Middle Income Semi-Redneck
Is that an IFS truck? Looks like it's super clean, I really like the 1st gen 4Runner in red. Awesome.
Gave the deposit last night should have it in my possession in a day or 2 :clapsmile
Here is the summary of the truck:
'89 4Runner: 22RE 5spd, 4:10s w/202K, 16x8 w/265-75 MT, Diamond headlights, Aisin hubs, Tortis' custom roll on paint job, Home made bikini, 1" Body Lift, 1.25" greasable lift shackles, TG Sliders, 1.5" BJ spacers, Rust is gone!
Here is the summary of the truck:
'89 4Runner: 22RE 5spd, 4:10s w/202K, 16x8 w/265-75 MT, Diamond headlights, Aisin hubs, Tortis' custom roll on paint job, Home made bikini, 1" Body Lift, 1.25" greasable lift shackles, TG Sliders, 1.5" BJ spacers, Rust is gone!
4Rescue
Expedition Leader
You're gonna love it man, that's nearly the exact same truck I have and even though it's not quick in ANY way shape or form, I still smile every time I get in it.18seeds said:Gave the deposit last night should have it in my possession in a day or 2 :clapsmile
Here is the summary of the truck:
'89 4Runner: 22RE 5spd, 4:10s w/202K, 16x8 w/265-75 MT, Diamond headlights, Aisin hubs, Tortis' custom roll on paint job, Home made bikini, 1" Body Lift, 1.25" greasable lift shackles, TG Sliders, 1.5" BJ spacers, Rust is gone!