What have you done to your 5th Gen 4Runner today?

No worries. Good luck and hope you find what you’re looking for.

 

I really wish they’d make the 4Runner I want.

I want a brand new cement grey 4Runner with no 3rd row, no kdss, no hood scoop, And no sunroof. From TRD Offroad/Pro - the small side skirts and bumpers, the e-locker, and the electrical off road aids. From the Limited - the full time 4WD torsion center diff, 2 zone climate control, smart key, heated/ventilated seats, mirror puddle lights, and auto headlights. From the older 5th gens - no TSS, no air injection system, prefacelift headlights. From the newer 5th gens - taillights and CarPlay.

I’d even settle for a TRD Offroad with the Limited center diff and smart key.

I miss the old days where you could custom order your vehicle option by option.

 

Not going to lie, a good friend just got a Raptor. I’ve been keeping an eye on the prices. It’s tempting, just not smart as I’m getting ready to retire

 

Yea I think the older design are riveted or tacked on. The newer ones are bolt on.

 

the closest thing you may get to some of those are with the limited edition 2021 trails that come out later this year. But it only has a handful of those specs

 

Those trails are just base model SR5s in colors that used to be unique to Pros.

Realistically for what I want the Limited is going to be the way to go and then build off that.

 

true - but man that’s a lot of extra cash for a vehicle to then modify up/down. I had a 2015 limited and really disliked the suspension.

 

$40K doesn't seem bad to me at all. It's not like an SR5 or off-road is cheap.

 

In reality you’re not going to add full time 4WD, dual zone climate control, ventilated seats, or smart key. You either have it or you don’t and rather have all that than an e-locker. The bumpers and side skirts are a simple change (part of the reason I chose an SSO rear bumper is because it doesn’t require cutting so it’s easier to swap when I get a new 4R). There’s nothing I’d really mod down on a Limited besides buying side skirts, and I can modify the front for a Hefty Fab bumper.

 

Lol there’s no getting a limited in Hawaii for anywhere near 40k. But I hear you.

 

We're talking about Colorado, not Hawaii

 

Update - were at $40,335 and things are pretty well stalled out here. I’m gonna tell them if they eat the dealer and doc fees (effectively putting it at $39,700ish + fees & tax) and I’ll throw a deposit on it, I’m away for work until the end of the month. Realistically I can’t see them scraping the deal being this close.

 

Did the standard "high clearance" bumper cut. I think it turned out OK..

 

It looks great! Stop it.

 

It does look great I think. Almost make me think about those single days...then I wake up.

 

I think you're definitely on the road towards bigger tires.

285s methinks.

 

I'm too big of a pussy to cut mine. I do like the look though. Did you just eye ball it?

 

Thank you! I'm actually very happy with it

I'll have to wait a bit for tires, but it's definitely on the list. I'll need tires in a few months either way. I'm not going to buy another set of 265's!

I ran painter's tape along where I wanted to cut, and used it as a guide. I did just eyeball the angles. I tried to follow the line on the bumper.

I was a little nervous for sure. I took my time cutting. I used an oscillating saw (multi-tool) and it cut very easily.

I wrapped the cut end with some edge trim I found on Amazon.

Thanks everyone for the comments!

 

Update - Negotiations leveled out at $40,335. A few attempts of back and forth and they aren’t willing give a single cent more. I asked about skipping the pre delivery detail, removing some of the optional accessories the vehicle was spec’d with (wheel locks, all weather mats, roof rack crossbars, etc.) but nothing, I’ve bled this deal completely dry.

I started checking if any of the places I’ve been in contact with will beat this deal and get me to that elusive $3x,xxx mark and nobody is willing to counter and beat the current offer I have in writing (well, text via email). The closest thing I got to beating the price was being offering a used 2019 Nightshade CPO for $39,999.

That being said, I put a refundable deposit down and there’s a sold sign in the window.

Final details: New 2019 Toyota 4Runner Limited Nightshade, Magnetic Gray Metallic exterior, Nightshade leather in graphite interior w/ all weather floor liners and cargo tray, wheel locks, and roof racks crossbars. $40,335 + $599 registration/plates/doc fees + sales tax.

Time to start looking into financing.

 

At least get a Toyota hat. Last dealer said he was at rock bottom and said he couldn't give me a free cap. I said no worries, I snapped a pic of your deal and already texted another sales guy that said he would beat by $100 and toss in a hat. (I lied but salesmen lie for a living).... I got my hat

 

I'd say you did pretty good.
Are you fixing to build this one up too?

 

There are probably some great financing deals available right now. Might as well take advantage of it!

 

Installed a Smittybuilt model 2763 Storage Vault today. 4Wheel Parts had them on sale for $242.85 shipped.

Price is back up to $280.49 + tax with free shipping:
https://www.4wheelparts.com/p/smittybilt-rear-lockable-storage-box-2763/_/R-DSBP-2763

I mounted it so it's offset allowing me to put water next to it.

It came with 3 L brackets that I drilled holes for. These are attached to 3 of the 4 tie downs:

I can get all my recovery / survival gear in there:



I'm happy with it. Price is right and it's sturdy. Should prevent heavy objects from hitting me in an accident. Plus prevent smash and grab.

 

Can you post a link to the edge trim you used?

 

$11 KX Edge Trim Black Small, 1/8" Fits Edge, PVC Plastic Edge Trim U Shape Black Large Edge Protector (10 Feet)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PRHG81Z/ref=cm_sw_r_apa_i_9O3DEbFYVKNJN

It's a good fit. You have to really work to get it on, so I'm not worried about it coming off. I thought about using some glue to secure it, but I doubt it's necessary.

 

Thank you. I want to eventually go with a front bumper and high clearance kit but now isn't the time. I have been thinking about cutting the front bumper about 2" below the factory line, about like you did, that way I know I'll be plenty safe when the I do eventually pick up the new kit. I think this is going to be a project for me maybe next weekend. Have to pull the front bumper to swap in the new headlights so may as well do it all at once.

 

You're welcome! Post pictures of how it turns out.

 

Any closeup photos of the new bumper edge?

 

Let me know if you need a better picture. This is the best I have right now.

 

That angle almost looks like an optical illusion. At first glance it looked like the tire is on the outside the front bumper, like wheel tire is not installed and it’s leaning against the bumper, but it’s still bolted on and installed.