Faults:

I had to replace the starter twice over 3 years. The starter is the main problem with the vehicle, but I heard there are easier fixes than replacing the entire starter. Usually I can get it going by just jump starting it if the starter is going bad, and then replace it whenever I get the chance.

I had to replace the fuel tank because it had a hairline crack in it.

I replaced the water pump at about 170,000 miles.

One problem is winter driving on ice. The truck is very light, so you need good tires and you need to be in 4 wheel drive pretty much all winter, unless you are carrying a heavy load. This can get expensive, because the gas mileage isn't that great in 4 wheel drive.

General Comments:

This car is great. It is very reliable. It starts in very cold weather.

It has high miles and is pretty old, but is a great truck.

Faults:

Amazingly the only thing I've ever replaced was the clutch at 125,000 miles. At 160,000 I thought I'd have my mechanic change the timing chain just because I was worried (probably unjustly) that it might weaken. Having come from Honda, I only knew the stories behind their 60,000 mile timing belts giving out at 60k on the money! Some corrosion on the exhaust manifold had to be welded for $25 about 80,000 miles later :) Oh, and I disconnected the AC because it never seemed to work all that great.

Been paid off and looking great for years otherwise! Great Truck!

General Comments:

Well, Its been another 100,000 miles since then, and with the exception of normal spark plugs and brake pads there has been absolutely nothing wrong! Amazing Engineering! I'd buy a new one today just like mine! There is still NO oil leak on this engine! The fuel injection keeps humming right along.

The moon roof makes the truck well lit and comfortable. The armrest fits perfect for those long drives. The power windows work flawlessly. It feels great at 75mph, but you feel like you're tooling along in an older VW bus.. just with that great driving while not stressing feel. Except you are passing everyone.. Been doing that for over 100k since I owned it. Best car I've ever known for dependability and fun combined.

Try getting a soft-top for it. Its a blast in the Summer. The best beach cruiser around :)

Faults:

I haven't had a single problem with my 4Runner since I've bought it and it has survived all kinds of punishment without even a complaint. The little 4 cylinder engine has many miles on it, but continues to perform without a single leak.

The seats and carpet are in great shape except for some stains on the floor.

Faults:

Other than normal or exceeding part life, nothing.

General Comments:

The four banger is underpowered but gets acceptable 20-22 combination driving.

Original paint looks great, interior holds up extremely well and it's one tough, solid truck. Owned a cherry '88 4Runner and two weeks later was involved in head-on battle with a Ford F150, completely totaled the Ford, mine won and I lived!

The '86 is by far the best vehicle I have ever owned and I will have it buried with me.