1. 2nd timing belt change should have been done fairly recently
2. Brakes. When starting, you should hear the brake MC pump pressurizing the accumulator… should pump for mid-20 seconds
3. Entertainment screen
4. If AHC … fluid in reservoir should move 11+-3 graduations when moving between H and...
It’s a pretty accurate estimate based Gross weight at the time of ordering and first payment … but is adjusted upwards by the cost and weight of final packaging when they prepare the box/s … resulting in a second payment due. Over 8 orders, I’ve never had the adjustment more than $12. Hope this...
You’re obviously not buying it with the expectation that it’s an appreciating investment, you seem to have been looking for a while, you’ve done your due diligence and know what you’re in for without immediately returning it, sounds like it’s not going to put you in the poorhouse … so keep it...
Brake master $1k + lab
Steering rack $500 + lab
… are other bigger ticket items that are probably coming your way in the next 100k. If you don’t have some ready disposable income, or the inclination to spin a spanner, then rather listen to that inner voice that’s questioning this purchase and...
Tires look OK, headunit is $300 (Atoto), camo seat covers $200, all fluids baselined $200 (DIY), timing belt kit $200 (DIY) … spend $1k immediately, get your hands greasy and it’s worth $12-13k … you’re already ahead of the game with a baselined LC that will only cost you petrol until the tires...
Assuming you’ve asked the same question in the 4Runner section to get a better spread of opinions … because that’s all they are really … listen to that little voice in the back of your head, it’s got you this far in life. Good Luck!