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Great machine
bobacco, 12/29/2003
1998 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV 4WD
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After 80000 miles I still love this truck. The high ground clearance is very useful. The engine runs like a Rolex. I have owned 23 cars. This one is the best all around vehical so far.
Tight Car
Emilio, 04/19/2002
1998 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV 4WD
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All I have to say is that there is only one more manly SUV, and that is a totally decked out Hummer.
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Great SUV so far
Mike, 09/26/2005
1998 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV 4WD
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I have 61,000 miles and so far this 4Runner has been like any other Toyota I have owned, GREAT. The exterior and interior design is great and this is one of few SUVs that you can actually take off-road. The power is good for a V6 and it tows my motorcycles just fine. It feels very tight and solid for a vehicle which is almost 8 years old, great build qulity. The ride is comfortable except it seems to pick up every imperfection in the pavement on the hwy. Plenty of room for passengers and cargo and the power roll down rear hatch window is awesome if you have a dog. Dont know of any othe SUVs that have this feature. Only problem so far have been a leaky AC system which I will have to get fixed
I now have 2- 4Runners
Rick Ayotte, 02/07/2004
1998 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV 4WD
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This is by far the best vehicle I have ever owned and I have owned all domestic makes + other imports. I now have 128,000 miles on this 98 4Runner and the only part I had to change was the water pump wich had a minor leak. I still have all the original parts on this truck, including the brakes and exaust. What a truck!! I still enjoy the ride and with this mileage, still no rattles. This is a quality vehicle that I strongly recomend. I just purchased a new 2003, , but we are keepin this 98 model in the family; both my wife and daughter love to drive it. They both feel safe in it and love the clear view of the road ahead.
4Runner is solid
mort, 08/13/2002
1998 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV 4WD
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Traded in a 2000 Explorer after the steering rack and rear wiper motor broke. The rotors needed servicing at 20k as well and then the whole tire thing... It's been a while but I suspect my nephews' Big Wheel rides better than that Ford XLT. Found a 98 4Runner SR5 with 25k miles on it, I expect to keep it 10 years. Other makes have more power and features, but these toyota's just plain last.
Funtastic
DMoney, 03/21/2004
1998 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV
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I test drove 9 other SUV models and the 4Runner was the best by far. Bought it used w/no regrets. So much fun to drive. Buying advice: Spring for 6cyl and sunroof -- you'll wish you had, otherwise. You'll hear people comment about the 'poor' gas mileage, but it's only got a 15 gal tank. Still gets 16- 21 mpg
This car never stops going
snoopy, 06/11/2008
1998 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV 4WD
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Bought this car 2 years ago with 84K on it. Currently has 131K on it. Still going strong, it has been on many road trips, without any issues! Just minor replacements, battery and a brake light, very impressive for a 10 year old car. Handles very well in snow and rain, love the ruggedness of this car. City mileage is usually around 18, lately have been getting combined mileage of 24 mpg. Love this car and am sad to have to give it up due to skyrocketing gas prices.
Great True SUV
jenbrimac, 04/13/2002
1998 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV
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Now that SUVs are getting more car- like , the 4Runner is going to need some major rebuilding to keep pace. BUT, of all the $30K + mid-sized SUVs, the 4Runner is hands-down the best buy, IMO. If you place a high value on reliability, this one's unbeatable...Just change the oil every 3-5k mi & it'll go to 250k mi no problem.
My Baby!
Eyes of Texas, 08/16/2002
1998 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV 4WD
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My 4-runner was a big expense, but after test driving all the other SUV's in its class, there was no comparison. I'd do it again in a heartbeat. I love it!
Great SUV
Sharon, 06/04/2006
1998 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV
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I love my 1998 Toyota 4-Runner, I always keep up with the regular maintenance as recommended by the dealership and have always had wonderful performance with this vehicle. I had a camry previously, and have great success with that vehicle as well. Toyota makes a wonderful product, I am now researching the 2006, 6 cylinder, RAV4, only to achieve better gas mileage.