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2004 Toyota 4Runner Limited V8 4WD - 189k miles - $14,900
Located in Erie, Colorado
The Story:
We purchased this vehicle in 2012 with 103k miles on the odometer and it was bone stock. Its sole purpose was to be used as a commuter for my wife. This, amongst other reasons (my OCD), is why it had to be perfect. Fast forward 7 years and only 86k miles, the truck was retired from commuting duty and transformed in to our company (Off-Grid Engineering, LLC) show vehicle. This means that every modification performed had to not only function perfectly, but had to be over-the-top beautiful. It also means… that most of these mods never actually got used as hard as they were meant to be used. Thats the good part for you. This is a fresh build and most of the parts can be considered brand new.
*If you are the type of person that does not feel that modifications, especially tasteful ones, do not add to the value of the vehicle, then this is probably not the one for you. I have priced this vehicle according to the recent and consistent maintenance, the OEM parts used during maintenance, as well as the high-end accessories. This is a true turn-key vehicle that should easily last another 100k or more without much trouble.
The Vehicle:
All following modifications installed at 180k
Suspension:
There’s not much honestly, but here it goes…
A LOT MORE PICTURES ARE COMING.
Please feel free to ask any questions you may have. Thanks for looking!
2004 Toyota 4Runner Limited V8 4WD - 189k miles - $14,900
Located in Erie, Colorado
The Story:
We purchased this vehicle in 2012 with 103k miles on the odometer and it was bone stock. Its sole purpose was to be used as a commuter for my wife. This, amongst other reasons (my OCD), is why it had to be perfect. Fast forward 7 years and only 86k miles, the truck was retired from commuting duty and transformed in to our company (Off-Grid Engineering, LLC) show vehicle. This means that every modification performed had to not only function perfectly, but had to be over-the-top beautiful. It also means… that most of these mods never actually got used as hard as they were meant to be used. Thats the good part for you. This is a fresh build and most of the parts can be considered brand new.
*If you are the type of person that does not feel that modifications, especially tasteful ones, do not add to the value of the vehicle, then this is probably not the one for you. I have priced this vehicle according to the recent and consistent maintenance, the OEM parts used during maintenance, as well as the high-end accessories. This is a true turn-key vehicle that should easily last another 100k or more without much trouble.
The Vehicle:
- 2004 Toyota 4Runner Limited
- 2UZFE V8 Engine
- Automatic Transmission
- Full-time 4WD with center diff lock and low range
- White paint exterior in excellent condition
- Tan leather interior in excellent condition, small tear in drivers seat bolster
- Timing belt services performed at 103k and 170k (Next service: 260k): These services included replacement timing belt, water pump, spark plugs, cam seals, all belts, upper and lower radiator hoses, thermostat, coolant flush and fill, oil/ filter change, transmission flush and fill, power steering flush and fill. Only OEM Toyota parts used.
- Every 30k service: Transfer case oil change. Front and rear differential oil change. Engine and cabin air filters. Appropriate spec Amsoil fluids used in T-Case, transmission, and differentials.
- Every 5k Service: Oil and filter change. Mobil-1 5w30 and OEM Toyota Oil Filter used. Tire rotation. Driveshaft and UCA grease.
- New replacement headlights and tail lights at 120k. TYC replacement headlamps with OEM bulbs. TYC replacement taillights for later model 4Runner (LED upgrade).
- 4WD shift motor replaced at 130k. A common problem in these vehicles. A leaky o-ring on the back of the transfer case will cause a failure in the motor. Both of these parts were replaced. Occasional engagement of the motor will prevent future failures.
- Complete front end rebuild at 160k. I honestly did this because of a torn CV boot and I thought it would be a good time to do everything needed to last the rest of the life of the vehicle. New OEM lower control arms with OEM ball joints. New OEM alignment cams and bolts. New NAPA premium CV axles, both sides. New NAPA premium outer tie rods. New OEM steering boots. New OEM inner and outer wheel seals.
- Complete brake job completed at 185k. New OEM front rotors. Machined OEM rear rotors. OEM brake pads front and rear. Cleaned and adjusted parking brake. Complete brake system flush and fill.
- 3 stage polish, wax, and buff performed at 187k
All following modifications installed at 180k
Suspension:
- Intentionally left very simple for reliability and comfort as a daily driver/ weekend warrior
- Front = Bilstein 5100 shocks and Old Man Emu 886 coils (heavy duty)
- Rear = Bilstein 5100 shocks and Old Man Emu 895 coils (medium duty)
- SPC adjustable upper control arms (latest generation forged units with OEM style greasable ball joints)
- ARB bumper
- Warn 9.5XP with synthetic line - used once to pull a vehicle on to a trailer
- Factor-55 fairlead and Warn Epic hook
- RCI Off-Road aluminum front skid plate
- 16” OEM Toyota FJ Cruiser Trail Team Edition TRD wheels x 4
- 285/75/16 Yokohama Geolandar G003 MT tires x 5 (9k miles on 4 tires. 1 brand new)
- Off-Grid Engineering Complete Dual Battery System (of course)
- 2 x Odyssey PC1500 Group 34R batteries (less than a year old)
- Switch-Pros SP9100 auxiliary switching system
- Blue Sea 6 circuit auxiliary fuse box
- Blue Sea Systems auxiliary power outlet system with OLED voltmeter
- ARB fog lights wired to factory switch
- ARB CKMA12 High Performance On-Board Air Compressor mounted underwood with custom bracket. Bumper mounted air chuck.
- *ARB 50 QT Fridge/ Freezer with transit bag and tiedown kit included for $400 extra*
- Factory trailer hitch deleted. Rear crossmember clearanced and boxed in order to allow fitment of full size spare tire underneath vehicle.
- “Body Mount Chop” performed. Cab mounts have been clearanced for larger tires. No tire rubbing whatsoever.
- Double DIN touchscreen Pioneer head unit with Bluetooth, XM radio, handsfree calling, factory steering wheel controls retained.
- Weathertech floor mats in front and cargo liner in rear
There’s not much honestly, but here it goes…
- When we purchased the vehicle, we didn’t notice a small wrinkle in the tailgate and of course the dealer disclosed nothing. It looks as though it may have been a small dent at one point but was repaired. It took me almost a year to notice it. It doesnt affect anything.
- As mentioned before, there is a small tear in the outside bolster of the drivers seat.
- Various minor scratches exist in the interior paneling. Nothing major. Consistent with use as an SUV for 189k miles.
- Absolutely no known current issues, mechanical or otherwise
- EVERYTHING works as intended from the factory.
A LOT MORE PICTURES ARE COMING.
Please feel free to ask any questions you may have. Thanks for looking!
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