1989 Toyota 4x4 review from North America
"This is a great daily driver with great off-road capabalities"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The heater core quit at about 135,000 miles.
The body, mostly the bed and bottoms of my doors are starting to rust badly.
Not a very fast truck with larger tires, actually its not fast at all period, but very reliable.
General comments?
I will own this truck until the frame rots out then have it repaired and keep driving it.
This truck is very reliable, and very off road capable. I have installed a 2" lift and 32" tires and find it handles most terrain with ease. I have gotten it stuck in deep mud a few times but we all do that occasionally. I do not suggest going any larger than 32's with only a 2" lift as the tires do rub occasionally when you do need to make a sharp turn
It's also very easy to fix for any level of back-yard mechanic.
The ride is not exactly the most comfortable out there, but what do you want from a truck. If you are looking for a Cadallic type ride then this is not the truck for you.
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| A tough off road truck |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1989 |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 98000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 142000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota MR2 |
| Date of Entry | 10th September, 2006 |