1988 Toyota 4Runner Reviews - Page 2 of 3

Starter had to be replaced because it was shot and rebuilt. It was cheaper to replace it than it was to rebuild it again. Some small things have also gone wrong like some of the guages do not work anymore.

I love this car! I have owned it for 3 weeks and bought it with 187000 miles on it and immediately took it off-roading. It is an absolutly stock engine and nothing went wrong. It handled great and I was undoubtedly impressed how it handled what I threw at it. Great truck! p.s. I love this removable top model!

Very little but routine maintenance.

Replaced brake master cylinder at 200000.

Wheel well paint peeling.

Roof leaks.

Over 230000 miles and still running strong.

Engine light won't go out, even after replacing everything.

Sensors are not cheap or easy to replace.

It was a very nice car and would not be opposed to getting another.

My car has independent front axles and unfortunately the front right axle has lost some bearings and thus is slopping around in its casing.

Rear window and wiper are causing several trademark 'clunky' faults. Drivers electric window stops halfway up.

My car is actually a Surf, but they are practically the same. Overall I love my Surf, great little Turbo Diesel engine.

The plastics are typically 1980's quality, but is is my favorite car.

I sometimes drive it like it's a sports car, which I shouldn't do I know, but it goes really well.

I am a big fan of the really tight steering.

All things considered, for the age of the car and all, I would rate the car at a 9 out of 10.

The wiring from the battery to the starter had some problems.

It kept getting corroded, forcing me to install 3 new starters in the time I had my car.

Very reliable.

Very durable.

Enough power and good gas mileage.

The rear Window doesn't work but that's a minor thing.

This truck is awesome. I love it.

It takes me everywhere I want to go

with the Air conditioner blasting.

I got it from a guy who really took care of it as you can see the amount of mileage I got it with (122,100).

I took the top off today and I'm enjoying the view ! :-D.

During its long life, I have had to replace head gasket once at about 150,000 miles. The rear window has been a problem issue for this vehicle. I have had to replace several motors to the window, but that is the worst I can say about this wonderful SUV.

It has traveled all over the US and it has never let me sit. I have used it as a personal car, farm vehicle, towing vehicle, camping vehicle and just about anything else you can imaging. Would have another, but the price is now out of my range. Would absolutely recommend this vehicle. It is almost like a "good friend"...reliable and trustworthy.

Replaced the broken automatic hubs with manual Super-Winch hubs. I've found it's much safer to replace any auto hubs with manual ones regardless...

Electric door lock and passenger window switch contacts.

Rear window motor sprocket stripped its teeth. (hard not to find an identically stripped motor)

Rear leaf springs sag. Fixed by fitting extended shackles.

What's really sad is this particular Turbo Diesel (2LT) engine has a reputation for cracking its head. As a result, I am having a bit of a challenge finding a replacment...

Over all, this has been a great on and off-road truck. When it was running it was very economical. It'd be on par with, or do better than the Mrs.' little hatchback...

In my research, everything that has ailed mine seems to be the standard traits of this model (LN61 '86 - '88). It's just a shame that this includes the lack of integrity of this turbo diesel engine.

Otherwise Its been an awesome truck... I wouldn't buy another with the same engine again, but it may just be worth upgrading it to something more powerful anyway, could be a blessing in disguise...