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1998 4Runner Limited - Very Reliable
4RunnerLimited, 10/13/2002
1998 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4dr SUV
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I purchased a 98 4Runner Limited with 87,000 miles on it and was not at all concerned with the mileage because of Toyota's legendary reliability. At 90,000, I had the timing belt, spark plugs, etc. (the 90k service job) replaced and have had an excellent suv thus far. Knock on wood...I have not have any problems whatsoever with the suv. I have put about 16k miles on it including taking a 3,500 mile trip this past summer and experienced smooth sailing through the mountains, desert, etc.
Great Used Vehicle Choice
pdliggett, 12/27/2004
1998 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV 4WD
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Purchased this vehicle on eBay with 90K miles for $10850. In the 3 months that I've owned my 4Runner I've driven it almost 4K trouble-free miles. No rattles, no broken interior pieces, paint is awesome, and the vehicle runs flawlessly. Transmission shifts smoothly but is on a flexible hanger system which causes it to move around as evidenced by the gear levers moving;it also appears to build up tension on stops and then releases when you move forward...this is apparently normal for these cars. Ride is quiet and smooth; a very comfortable interior. Haven't used 4WD yet. 16" wheels are really nice. The crazy aftermarket alarm may have to go. Fuel economy is B+/A- (17 overall/21.5 on highway).
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Good value overall
Randy, 03/11/2005
1998 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4dr SUV
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Great value, could have a softer ride. It rides like a truck. But overall a very good vehicle.
The Intimidater 3
Juan , 04/02/2025
1998 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV 4WD
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Every vehicle needs a little more attention .now and then and this one needs some more love in the suspension and some other stuff to be a good running and driving SUV.
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Great Styling
Chad Wilhoit, 01/07/2003
1998 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV
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The suv is very reliable, along with the looks this makes a great vehical for any age driver.
Excellent Vehicle
Chatomorgan, 06/16/2005
1998 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV
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My third Toyota after a Camry and Celica. True to Toyota this 4Runner, as well as my other 2, have never been in the shop in 7 years for anything other than elective maintence. My experience with my 4Runner has been noting ore than pleasure. I still get the same gas mileage as when she came off the floor. She is still all stock. Just reccently replaced original tires at 52000 miles that did not even reach the tread indicators. Every summer and winter I check all my systems. She still has original brakes, engine coolant and shocks. Refrigerant has never been recharged and works great. Excellent vehicle.
my favorite ride
surfchick5am, 04/16/2002
1998 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV
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This is my second Toyota there's a good reason why-durability with little maintainence. My previous car was a Previa and I put 100k on it before trading for the SUV. This had, to date, out perfomed any of the 6 previous vehicle's I've owned and i tend to keep my cars a minimum of 6 years. It's only 2WED but has no problems over rough terrain or in the snow. It's comfortable and well appointed inside and out. It runs as good as it did on the day I got it-what else can you say?
Top Notch!
Zonker, 04/29/2002
1998 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4dr SUV 4WD
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This is my second 4Runner. It is much improved over my 1990 model (although I never had any problems with my old one). I just hit 60,000 miles and I have not had one mechanical problem, not even a minor one. With normal maintenance, it always seems to run like new. .
black stallion
greid, 06/17/2002
1998 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV
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love my 4Runner....had anticipated getting one for a long time.......had to wait my previous lease-term out. Me and my dogs are crazy about the back window and and side rear windows that go all the way down. great handling and acceleration
Best Car Ever!
trimblerob, 07/15/2005
1998 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
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No problems, new tires, oil changes, a tune-up after 5 years, and running perfectly. I have kept it perfect too, very nice body style.