1997 Toyota 4Runner Base review from North America
"Best vehicle I've ever owned"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Suspension Recall - Dealer Replaced
Shocks - replaced under warranty
Power Antenna has broken twice.
General comments?
Best vehicle I've ever owned.
Seats are uncomfortable, but it is the base model. SR5 had more comfortable seats, but I didn't pay the extra.
Power Antenna breaks every 3 years (irritating and bad design) Uses a monofeliment belt which gets brittle with age. $200 to replace. Must remove right fender to get to unit.
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| 1996 - 4Runner Limited 3.4L V6 As far as it's possible to love an object, I love this car |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.4L 4 cylinder Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 8 miles |
| Most recent distance | 98000 miles |
| Previous car | Mazda MX6 |
| Date of Entry | 14th April, 2004 |