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Congrats.
We love our 2005 4Runner limited (check my sig for pics). For about the same price we could have gotten a new but pretty much optionless RX330... I MUCH prefer the 4Runner to the RX in a number of ways from the drivetrain (which is probably more of a wash now if not in the RX's favor now that the RX is on the GR-series motor and revised trans) to even the build quality - our 4runner still has less rattles than most of the low milage loaners I got at the lexus dealer.
On the downside it rides rougher and probably gets worse mileage.
Of course the GX would be even better but would have cost us probably 12k or so more.
So far the main complaint we have is we were spoiled by Lexus service... our Toyota dealer seems like a downright a-hole compared to the lexus dealer here in town.
We love our 2005 4Runner limited (check my sig for pics). For about the same price we could have gotten a new but pretty much optionless RX330... I MUCH prefer the 4Runner to the RX in a number of ways from the drivetrain (which is probably more of a wash now if not in the RX's favor now that the RX is on the GR-series motor and revised trans) to even the build quality - our 4runner still has less rattles than most of the low milage loaners I got at the lexus dealer.
On the downside it rides rougher and probably gets worse mileage.
Of course the GX would be even better but would have cost us probably 12k or so more.
So far the main complaint we have is we were spoiled by Lexus service... our Toyota dealer seems like a downright a-hole compared to the lexus dealer here in town.
Great Choice! I rather have a 4-runner than a RX ANY Day! You made a wise choice my friend... When the new 4-runners came out - I got me an '03 Limited V8 2wd.. I totally loved it!! Especially the 330 ft/lbs of torque!! You definetly won't be disappointed..
Heres mine:
Here it sits with my GS:
Heres mine:
Here it sits with my GS:
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From: Virginia/D.C. suburbs
Run by a Lexus shop and see if the GX's wood trim parts for the center-dash and console won't fit your 4Runner. The two vehicles not only share the same platform but are almost indentical inside except for trim. if the GX wood trim DOES fit, the parts department can order it for you.....you can decide whether to try and put it on yourself or have the dealership do it for you.
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From: Tennessee
Run by a Lexus shop and see if the GX's wood trim parts for the center-dash and console won't fit your 4Runner. The two vehicles not only share the same platform but are almost indentical inside except for trim. if the GX wood trim DOES fit, the parts department can order it for you.....you can decide whether to try and put it on yourself or have the dealership do it for you.
What he might be able to get to work is the seats - if he can find a totalled out GX in a junk yard with the original seats, they'll probably bolt right in place of the original seats. Well, with the exception of the 3rd row, anyway.
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Run by a Lexus shop and see if the GX's wood trim parts for the center-dash and console won't fit your 4Runner. The two vehicles not only share the same platform but are almost indentical inside except for trim. if the GX wood trim DOES fit, the parts department can order it for you.....you can decide whether to try and put it on yourself or have the dealership do it for you.
I was deciding btw GX470 and my 4runner, and decided to pick 4runner because I got great deal for mine.
X5 4.8i is next on my list.
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What a great vehicle! How does your truck ride compared to the RX?
I would inquire about the effects of installing leather and your side torso airbags (I think your model has them).
If the leather is going to be sewn OVER your existing fabric covers, I would definitely be concerned. Hopefully they will start from scratch, and have a weaker stitching on the side where the bags are located...
Something to look into.
I would inquire about the effects of installing leather and your side torso airbags (I think your model has them).
If the leather is going to be sewn OVER your existing fabric covers, I would definitely be concerned. Hopefully they will start from scratch, and have a weaker stitching on the side where the bags are located...
Something to look into.
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Great Choice! I rather have a 4-runner than a RX ANY Day! You made a wise choice my friend... When the new 4-runners came out - I got me an '03 Limited V8 2wd.. I totally loved it!! Especially the 330 ft/lbs of torque!! You definetly won't be disappointed..
Heres mine:
Here it sits with my GS:
Heres mine:
Here it sits with my GS:
a V6 2WD. Im in college so i gotta be more wise on how i spend my money. I really wanted the Limited but they didnt have what I wanted but i feel like i didnt go wrong with the SR5.
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The SR5 V6 4-runner is a great value vehicle - still a great choice just not as torquey.. I had many people compliment my 4-runner for the suprisingly great ride quality and the ability to climb mountains.. I took mine up a 70 degree hill side with rocks and on the street took my friends '04 Is300 off the line.. well, it is a V8....
Anyways Congrats on your new Baby!
Anyways Congrats on your new Baby!
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The SR5 V6 4-runner is a great value vehicle - still a great choice just not as torquey.. I had many people compliment my 4-runner for the suprisingly great ride quality and the ability to climb mountains.. I took mine up a 70 degree hill side with rocks and on the street took my friends '04 Is300 off the line.. well, it is a V8....
Anyways Congrats on your new Baby!
Anyways Congrats on your new Baby!
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