1988 Toyota 4Runner Reviews - Page 2 of 3

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.

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...

The shock and springs in the back end were sagging when the vehicle was originally bought. Since then I have rebuilt all the rear springs and replaced all shocks.

Oxygen sensor was recently changed, this part (if you want Bosch) was >$400.

Currently running rough, mechanic says it is the EGR (exhaust gas regulator I think)

I love my 4Runner. I would not trade it for anything. It has never left me stranded (except when I left the lights on).

The 4Runner follows the Jeep when 4x4ing and has never had a problem going where it wants.

Now that the springs in the back end are fixed the ride quality improved tenfold!

My 4Runner is in excellent shape and was well taken care of however I have friends who have bought 4runners that are not in that great of shape.

Friends and family like my truck so much that everyone bought Toyota 4x4's this spring (2004).

Very stable. I have never felt as though I was going to tip at all.

The bracket that holds the water pump where it goes broke. That cost me $250 for a used part.

The broken bracket above caused the timing belt to slip out of time, more money spent.

Water pump had to be replaced.

Usual maintenance that goes wrong with a high mileage vehicle.

This truck has gone anywhere and everywhere that I have asked it to.

This 4runner is truly great for pretty much anything ;you can haul things by putting down the back seats, the top comes off to make a nice feel of a convertible, tows quite a bit of weight for its size, hi way worthy enough not to be extremely uncomfortable on the road, an Off-roading beast.

Theres no way you could find and american built SUV from the same era or with the same miles and it still be standing after almost 200,000.