Wanted Wanted: 80 series, or 4Runner in SW MI area

G‘day ladies & gents,
I'm on the hunt for a lightly/moderately mod’ed, or stock 80 series rig near the SW Michigan area(within 3-4hrs, give or take). Or, in a pinch, a clean 4Runner. This will be my daily driver, as well as all weather fun/recce vehicle. Likely she’ll see some mod’s in the future.
I'd prefer a clean, low’ish mileage rig. She should be up for a road trip, ski/snowboard, or surf trip at the drop of a hat. And preferably have a good service history, with recipts etc. Lockers would be a plus. Ditto on spare parts, & or wheels & tires etc.
Function & reliability trumps pretty, bottom line.
My budget is $8k-10k tops, though I wouldn’t mind something a touch less expensive. Thanks in advance J

 

[arcteryx]

Why not look south or west for a clean, rust free truck? I am guessing this rig will be around for a bit? The rust that is up there is terrible. There are mudders on here that can look for you and report back (maybe for some gas or beer). And it would be a good roadtrip.

 

[ContactPatch]

Arcteryx I'm with you, & normally I'd be the one to do/suggest what you're saying. But at the moment there are a couple of hurdles in the way of me playing hookey. Though I'd REALLY love to
Your thought's appreciated. And not entirely ruled out, if I run across a smokin deal. My thinking, (asking) Permission's for Sissys.

 

[arcteryx]

Ok, well I am in Austin and I know there are numerous knowledgeable folks in Texas who would scope a truck for you.

If time is an issue, Austin has our resident semi-retiree cruiser-guru that can drive it somewhere for you. You would pay for his flight back/expenses, but it normally is cheaper than shipping. He has done this for 3-4 mudders actually. Let me know if I can help.