1996 Toyota 4Runner 3.0 turbo diesel from Argentina
Summary:
Recommended for anyone who is looking for a 4X4 at a reasonable price
Faults:
Nothing wrong with good maintenance.
This car is a rock.
I suggest Yokohama tires.
General Comments:
I use regularly this car to go in the Andes Cordillera mountain chain at altitudes above 12.000 feet.
For the remote places I drive, you expect the vehicle not to fail.
I had a previous 4Runner 2.8 without turbo. This one is far better at altitude.
All mining companies established at high altitude drive exclusively Toyota.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 15th September, 2008
19th Jul 2010, 20:44
Just replaced the original timing belt & water pump at 199,500 miles. Belt was still in extremely good shape and could have driven it a lot further, but had a long road trip ahead of me, and wanted to make sure I was not going to have any problems. Mechanic was totally impressed with the condition of the belt... could it be the synthetic oil?
I've only done brakes, tires & now the belt and water pump... this truck rocks! Will seek out another one when the time comes! Also wondering what it is about the '96. Rarely ever see this year out there for sale, lots of 95's and down, and 97's and up. STILL, Oh, what a feeling, Toyota! Just love THIS truck!!