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4 runner or GX 460

Discussion in 'General 4Runner Talk' started by maestroX2, Aug 19, 2020.

  1. Aug 19, 2020 at 12:41 PM
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    maestroX2

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    I am just interested to go some remote overland camping or fishing. Currently, I have Audi Q7 which is great on a paved road but have some limitations off-road.

    Few options.

    1. Keep Audi and get 2010 Lexus GX-460 Mileage 153K... about 15K asking price.
    2. Keep Audi and get 2008 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4x4 V6 with a modified steel front & rear bumper. Mileage 180K. Asking $15K
    3. Trade-in my Audi for newer Lexus GX-460. I still need to haul kids occasionally.

    Opinion ? lexus.jpg 1200x-.jpg
     
    maestroX2, Aug 19, 2020
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  2. Aug 19, 2020 at 5:56 PM
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    Singleminded

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    IMO, a car in good working order is usually worth more for what it can do for you than the money it can get you in trade. Put another way, two (or more) cars is almost always better than one. So if it was me, and I liked the Q7, I'd keep it as the DD an add a good used 4X4 for your occasional adventures.

    Harder to give helpful advice on the Lexus vs the 4R. Depends on so many things we don't know. But FWIW both seem a bit pricey -- especially for a 2008 with 180K miles.
     
    Singleminded, Aug 19, 2020
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  3. Aug 19, 2020 at 6:22 PM
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    Lexus is AWD not 4x4 right?

    You can always ask for a discount if they remove the bull bar.....lol
     
    aroyalsfan, Aug 19, 2020
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  4. Aug 19, 2020 at 8:12 PM
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    Dump the Audi for the newer Lexus.

    Pick up the 4Runner for your adventures
     
    Dabigono, Aug 19, 2020
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  5. Aug 19, 2020 at 10:17 PM
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    I know the price is a little high. But that 4 Runner looks ready for adventure. Just put rooftop tent and I'm all set.
     
    maestroX2, Aug 19, 2020
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  6. Aug 19, 2020 at 10:19 PM
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    it's 4WD with V8 engine. doubt removing bull bar will lower the price.
     
    maestroX2, Aug 19, 2020
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  7. Aug 19, 2020 at 10:21 PM
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    yeah.. if I dump Audi for Lexus, not much fund left for 4Runner. I do love Audi on Dynamic mode option. Amazing drive especially for the big machine.
     
    maestroX2, Aug 19, 2020
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  8. Aug 20, 2020 at 9:56 AM
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    I would say keep the Audi and get the 4Runner. I would also try and get them down on price. That seems pricey. Where is it located?

    Also, check to see if they have done the timing belt, if there are leaks on the timing cover, etc... That mileage is getting right around the time those things would pop up.
     
    aolson6, Aug 20, 2020
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  9. Aug 20, 2020 at 10:32 AM
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    The 4runner is way over priced for 180k miles. Get the Lexus or find another 4Runner.
     
    trlhiker, Aug 20, 2020
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  10. Aug 20, 2020 at 10:39 AM
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    I would go for the Lexus. With the upgrades in the 4runner, who know how much more action it has been in. Btw, I recognize the Nissan dealer and Cheetahs, that looks like Clairemont Mesa Blvd :D
     
    Raijinbu, Aug 20, 2020
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