For Sale: 1997 4Runner, Base model, 4cyl, 5sp manual, 4X4, 174,900 miles. Original owner. Desert Dune Metallic. Oak interior. AC, Rear seat heater. Convenience package-CQ: Variable wipers, rear wiper, digital clock, rear window defogger. Upgrade package: Power windows, power locks, power antenna, power outside mirrors, lighting package, radio / cassette with 4 speakers, cruise control, carpeted floor mats. Privacy glass. Convenience package-C7: Roof rack, receiver hitch, rear wind deflector and carpeted cargo mat. Factory alloy wheels, Front seat covers, three keys, original window sticker, sales contract, owners’ manual, and factory repair manual. The manual documents every maintenance / repair by mileage and date since new. Other than typical maintenance items, the vehicle is all original except for: K&N air filter, CARB legal header and Borla stainless steel exhaust, sideview mirrors. No major collisions. Purchased new at Folsom Toyota in California on September 18, 1997. Very good condition, The 4Runner has been garaged or covered in San Diego for 28 years. I drive it once a month. I personally did 99% of the maintenance on it. The oil was changed every 3.5k miles. Cosmetics: The front bumper shows pitting, the wheel centers are faded, the badges show some oxidation, the glass in the aftermarket side mirrors vibrate while driving. Minor dents on front and rear bumpers and in driver’s side door. Right rear tail light and lower panel replaced due to minor collision with a lamp pole. Clutch assembly and 5th gear replaced in November, 2004 at 102,050 miles. Valve job performed in July, 2013 at 164,200 miles. KYB MonoMax shocks installed in October, 2021 at 173,900.Smogged July 2025.
$12,500 or Best Offer. This vehicle is sold as is, no warranty, express or implied. You must have valid I.D. Cash, check, PayPal, Zelle, or Venmo; payment must clear my bank before you take possession. The sale will be reported to the California DMV.
