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Used 1997 Toyota 4Runner SUV Consumer Reviews

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4.88 out of 5 stars

238,000 miles and still going strong!

DeFoor, 06/23/2005
1997 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV 4WD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This is my 2nd 4 runner. I have only replaced the water pump and timing belt. The truck still looks great inside and out. If you want reliability Toyota trucks are the way to go. I expect to get at least another 150k. I don't drive like you mamma either, these are hard miles. The 4 wheel drive is there when you need it, it will climb some steep hills. If you are worried about good dealer service- don't, you will not need it!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

A truly great SUV

Runner, 03/04/2004
1997 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4dr SUV 4WD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This is a great truck for the money.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

PA salt killed my frame

brian., 12/29/2008
1997 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV 4WD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

1997 4Runner SR5 4WD. Bought it 7 yrs old with 103K miles. Replaced antisway bar link a year later and noticed a lot of new frame surface rust. 5 years since i bought it the frame rusted through. What a shame, it was a typical strong, solid Toyota. It would have run for 100K or more no problem.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

The Best.

tshebelljr, 10/02/2003
1997 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV 4WD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Best vehicle I ever owned. 150,000. trouble free miles. Cannot part with it.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Excellent Daily Driver

Bears Fan, 12/28/2008
1997 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV 4WD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

With 310,000 miles on the 4Runner, it has not had one problem with reliability. I did only routine maintenance and changed all fluids and oils regularly. This car has gotten me from coast to coast in the US with no worries about reliability. Ride is very comfortable for long trips, and this car is amazing to drive in harsh snow conditions. I have not been stuck once.

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