4 Runner Value Question

[gray rider]

I've sold my LC's and looking for a 200 LC. The looking may take about 6-12 months. So, I'm thinking of buying an interim 4 Runner to hold me over, purchase the 200 and then re-sell the 4 Runner without losing much in value. Is this sound logic?

 

[Diff Kraken]

I've sold my LC's and looking for a 200 LC. The looking may take about 6-12 months. So, I'm thinking of buying an interim 4 Runner to hold me over, purchase the 200 and then re-sell the 4 Runner without losing much in value. Is this sound logic?

No. Been there done that. Taxes and fees, etc. That being said, this is a hobby and costs some amount of money.

 

[gray rider]

Roger that. I can concede the taxes fees dbl registration as the cost of doing business while waiting on the favorable deal for the new 200.
Just needing a compass reading on a 4 runner holding it value for 6-12 months. That being said, "who knows?", right?

 

[gray rider]

I need to drive something in the interim other than a rental car.....Hmmmm, maybe that works....

 

[rexington14]

I'd pick up a beater for like $5k - $7k. Then sell it in a year for worst case a grand or two less

 

[gray rider]

I'm thinking a low mileage 5th gen and selling it for essentially mileage + 2000 for a grand less.
Just my thoughts....

 

[gray rider]

Or original cost....

 

[rexington14]

Lots of stories about selling vehicles for breakeven / more than they were purchased during the covid / post covid era, but not so much in present day.

Personally I'd go for something that has already seen most of it's depreciation as a way to minimize financial risk. Typically that's an already old, higher mileage vehicle where it getting a little bit older with a little more mileage doesn't make much of a difference. Of course there is the risk of repair, so choose the beater wisely, and repair DIY if possible.

 

[2021 LC200]

Just bumped into this. All things equal you lose a bunch buying a vehicle, then sell and buy what you really want.

Why not set your mind on a 4Runner, perhaps TRD version and take that route all together?

Or more proactively search for a LC200? May have to significantly drive or fly around and try a couple, but would expect you still be ahead on losses buying and selling another vehicle in the mean time.

Obviously do what you like, just seems a potential expensive route. And how will you find a 200 in good shape without going around and spend the money on it?

 

[gray rider]

All good points 2021. After further review, I'm expanding the search for the 200.......

 

[2021 LC200]

If you plan to travel and spend the money, you may want to select an accident free one owner which has lived outside the rust belt.

Also would think a seller would send you a bunch more picture of things like the underbody, frame and KDSS rust status, before you actually preliminary agree on a price pending a satisfying F2F review and test drive.

 

[gray rider]

I talked to a dealer (not Toyota) today that said they would reimburse flight ticket with a done deal. (I'm sure that cost is factored in somewhere?).

 

[2021 LC200]

If I had to do this again, I would also consider a 16+ LX570 and get the CBI front bumper clipping the massive X grill and making it look good as well. Obviously tastes differ. Just saying as it has all the LC200 capability and could be a well maintained couple year old for a relative decent price.

 

[2021 LC200]

I talked to a dealer (not Toyota) today that said they would reimburse flight ticket with a done deal. (I'm sure that cost is factored in somewhere?).

Agree, you will get less of a deal with them so you are paying one way or the other.

I once almost bought a 2004 E500 in Miami which had all the features on it I liked, while living in Houston. The approach I took:
1) Get more info, whatever that is to satisfy it is worth flying for in the first place
2) Only agree on a price in principle pending a satisfactory test drive. Get that in writing.

In the end I did not as I negotiated between several dealers in Houston a good price on a new 2004 E350 with Airmatic suspension and extras I wanted, similar to the E500 yet with an engine a little less thristy. So I think it would have worked out, just make sure you have the test drive condition in there as a vehicle pulling, poorly shifting, poorly braking, odd noises are all reasons to try something else.

I would expect after 2 to 3 tries you get one which you really like.

 

[gray rider]

Roger that.....

 

[2021 LC200]

Keep us posted, always exciting when a new 200 or 4Runner becomes part of the IH8MUD family.

 

[gray rider]

Was getting ready to pounce on this one today, but it is just too macho for my needs......YMMV:

https://www.cars.com/vehicle/cb88f6ab-56aa-4ff0-bd1d-38720400309c/?aff=atempest&id=cb88f6ab-56aa-4ff0-bd1d-38720400309c&utm_campaign=atempest&utm_campaign_id=1&utm_medium=trp&utm_source=autotempest&utm_trusted=TRUE

 

[2021 LC200]

Was getting ready to pounce on this one today, but it is just too macho for my needs......YMMV:

https://www.cars.com/vehicle/cb88f6ab-56aa-4ff0-bd1d-38720400309c/?aff=atempest&id=cb88f6ab-56aa-4ff0-bd1d-38720400309c&utm_campaign=atempest&utm_campaign_id=1&utm_medium=trp&utm_source=autotempest&utm_trusted=TRUE

That one is nearby me in Sugarland, West side Houston. Looks interesting. Could not find a history like free carefax on the website but did not try much either. By the way when it has a carefax you only get the insurance of mileage and accident free when you actually purchase yourself the carfax excerpt. I would always do as sometimes a vehicle has been in a crash and gets quickly repaired and put for sale before carfax catches up. This way you are covered.

Did you see this one? I have a white one but also think the grey looks great. I do like the black interior more than the light beige/bright wood color trim combination. That maybe just what you like, tastes differ which is a good thing.

Autotrader - page unavailable

 

[gray rider]

@ 2021: I have some more intel on that one. Can msg you tomorrow....

 

[2021 LC200]

Ok, found it, notionally looks OK including the carfax.

Edit - This Duggy Garage did quite a bit of work. Did not know of this place, apparently specializes in Toyota Land Cruisers, so could be perfectly fine. Work done and repairs could be a good thing. Assume the "engine oil cooler" is the "transmission cooler".

• Valve cover gasket(s) replaced
• Water pump gasket replaced
• Fuel tank removed and reinstalled
• Radiator replaced
• Engine oil cooler line(s) repaired/replaced
• Transmission serviced
• Transmission fluid changed
• Differential fluid flushed/changed

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