1997 Toyota 4Runner SR5 review from North America
"An amazing well built SUV!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing major... usual wear and tear such as brakes, timing belt, battery, tires, etc...
General comments?
Bought this car from a private owner in 1999 with 54K miles on it. It's 2009 and I have 230K+ miles on the car.
Never had any problems with the transmission or engine. Kept up with required maintenance, such as oil changes, tune ups, timing belt, etc.
It shifts as smooth as it did the first day I bought it. I still can't even tell the car is running while idling.. Amazing SUV!!
Other than the average wear and tear for a car of this mileage and years, it just keeps running!I am starting to smell a little oil now at this mileage, but if it were to quit running today, which I doubt it, I have gotten my money's worth and some.
Truly a well built SUV... you won't go wrong owning one.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1997 |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 54000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 230000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota 4Runner |
| Date of Entry | 10th February, 2009 |