2006 4Runner V8 Limited

[V1GiLaNtE]

New to me 2006 Toyota 4Runner V8 Limited.

I spent a long time looking for a V8 4Runner around 100k and a reasonable price. I didn't want the limited mainly because of the leather seats, but after driving this loaded version it seemed worth it.

I picked this specimen up in Fredericksburg, VA for what I would call a very fair price after some negotiating. This particular example is loaded with leather, heated seats, sunroof, navi, JBL sound system, power seats, tow package, etc. Only options missing are the 3rd row seating and XREAS/Air bag suspension. These would prove to be a pain with the long term goals.

Speaking of which, what are they? Well, I needed an all around vehicle that could go for longer trips. The Jeep can prove itself offroad, but 2 hours is about the max I want to spend driving it on the highway.This will hopefully serve many long years as a reliable people, gear, and toy hauler. Over time I'm hoping to build in creature comforts for longer trips to the outdoors and other destinations.

Definitely a small lift will come and a probably a set of sliders. No aggressive mud terrains for this one. Even the new BFG KO2 AT's maybe too aggressive for what I need the vehicle to do. Also, the current set of tires are practically brand new. I still have a lot of researching and learning to do from the Toyota and 4Runner community so expect the mods and updates to be slow.

Offhand, there are a couple of small items to address. I'd like to get a proper detail to see if the pinstriping can be removed. It's pretty cruddy. The LCD display for MPGs,temperature, etc. has one of the bulbs on it's way out. It's about a $3 part at the dealer. Couple of little trim pieces or covers inside could be replaced too. The interior is pretty minty except for the mats and those little things. Oh well. Only "mod" I can see right now is getting a set of WeatherTech Digital fit floor mats.

I plan on just driving it for the time being. With summer fast approaching having the sunroof open and that power rear window down is going to be pretty bitchin'. Might be my favorite feature of these vehicles. 306 ft-lb of torque doesn't hurt either.

DSC_0176 by Cabell Spicer, on Flickr

DSC_0178 by Cabell Spicer, on Flickr

DSC_0181 by Cabell Spicer, on Flickr

DSC_0183 by Cabell Spicer, on Flickr

DSC_0187 by Cabell Spicer, on Flickr