We finally got 'the one"! 1999 Montero SR... 106K original miles as of 13APR15
We've searched far and wide, for over a year... and it paid off. Picked it up at the dealer - in San Diego - on Monday night [13APR15], and when we pulled in the driveway - in Los Angeles - the total mileage was 106,099. It drives as good as it looks... very minor issues here and there [miscellaneous idiot lights/ bulbs burned out, a switch needing repair, etc].
My better-half was quite hesitant to do the deal, but realized we would likely not find another with the miles and condition... after we got home she then declared I was right in getting it ["it looks so good driving down the freeway"].
For now this rig will do combat on the freeways and streets of L.A. [yeah, let's see 'em do a "hit & run" on it... they may run, but I'm pretty sure their ride will be left behind]. The final destination for this rig is Costa Rica... 10 miles from the nearest paved road.
Now, I have a million questions [still], and tons more research to cull...
Pura Vida,
Wm.