- Year
- 1999
- Vehicle Model
- 4Runner Gen3
- Location
- Denver, Colorado United States
- Mileage
- 206394
- Color
- Green
1999 Toyota 4Runner – 4WD Limited w/ Locking Rear Diff – Needs Engine Swap
Did a leak-down and compression test after lifting it, adding tires, etc… and unfortunately, she needs an engine swap. I just need something more reliable at this point in life (so I bought and built out a 2020 TRD Pro “Stormtrooper” instead, haha).
The 4Runner was starting and driving (with the risk of stalling) up until last week. It now makes a single, loud click when trying to start, which is likely due to a failing starter motor or solenoid — common on these and easy to replace. Most symptoms still point to low compression as the core issue, and the Magnuson supercharger is also installed but essentially shot.
If I were in a place to have a project car, I’d keep her and do the swap myself — but I just can’t right now.
Quick Details:
Invested Over $17,000 in Upgrades & Maintenance (Since 2021):
Summary:
Bought in 2021 for $16,000 and put another $17,000 into upgrades and maintenance. She’s got tons of life left for the right person — just needs an engine swap (and now a starter) to be a beast again.
If you're looking for a clean, rare platform for a 4WD build with a locking diff and great parts already installed, this could be your project.
Asking $7,000 OBO. Located in Denver.
Text me with any questions — happy to show everything and include records. (918) 519-5105
Did a leak-down and compression test after lifting it, adding tires, etc… and unfortunately, she needs an engine swap. I just need something more reliable at this point in life (so I bought and built out a 2020 TRD Pro “Stormtrooper” instead, haha).
The 4Runner was starting and driving (with the risk of stalling) up until last week. It now makes a single, loud click when trying to start, which is likely due to a failing starter motor or solenoid — common on these and easy to replace. Most symptoms still point to low compression as the core issue, and the Magnuson supercharger is also installed but essentially shot.
If I were in a place to have a project car, I’d keep her and do the swap myself — but I just can’t right now.
Quick Details:
- 1999 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4WD
- Factory rear locking differential
- 206,394 miles
- VIN: JT3HN87R0X0233589
- 2 owners
- Clean title
- Extensive records and receipts included
- Body and frame in good condition
- Not currently reliable — bring a trailer or backup plan
Invested Over $17,000 in Upgrades & Maintenance (Since 2021):
- Lift & Suspension (SRQ Fabrications 2.5” lift):
- Bilstein 5100 front shocks
- OME 883 front coils
- OME 891 rear coils
- Front diff drop
- New Icon Delta Joint UCAs
- Wheels & Tires:
- Brand new 275/70r17 BFG KO3s
- 17x9 Matte Black Black Rhino Glamis wheels
- Other Major Work:
- New radiator
- New steering rack
- New front brakes & rotors
- Brand new battery
- Brand new windshield
- Rear brakes still need to be done (after rear axle seal is replaced)
Summary:
Bought in 2021 for $16,000 and put another $17,000 into upgrades and maintenance. She’s got tons of life left for the right person — just needs an engine swap (and now a starter) to be a beast again.
If you're looking for a clean, rare platform for a 4WD build with a locking diff and great parts already installed, this could be your project.
Asking $7,000 OBO. Located in Denver.
Text me with any questions — happy to show everything and include records. (918) 519-5105
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