My godfather Tim would pick me up once a month in his red 1997 4Runner. My favourite part was how the back window rolled down and we would go barreling down the highway with all the windows down playing The Offspring. We would always go to McDonalds back when there was a 2 cheeseburger meal. Whenever I see a 3rd gen, especially red it takes me back to my special days with Tim when I was a teenager. He is still around and I now see him once a month in his elder years.

I really like the format of mr regular just driving around while talking about the vehicle, feels fittingly personal for a well used car

that random board room bit really struck me again how good of a writer you really are, crude shit and all

Back in 2000, my dad bought a fully loaded 4Runner of that model year. It has everything from the in-bumper fog lights, the leather seats, the matte black spoiler on the back, and even the slightly larger 5-spoke rims in chrome. He held onto it through economical hardships and various adventures. It drove me everywhere, home from the hospital, to and from school and practices, and along several road trips. I am lucky to say that 2 years ago, it became mine, at only 153,000 miles on the clock. Now I’ve worked on it myself to get it up to snuff, getting rid of those terrifying-down-hills warped rotors, putting in all new fluids and synthetic oils, and all the new seals that leak quite terribly if not changed. I’m not wanting to put bigger tires or change anything on it-keeping it the way it is and forever was is a representation of my life, only now do I take full control of it. It now has 177,000 miles and it’s running smoothly like it always has. I’ve gotten large cash offers for it various times, but like my life, it’s not for sale and it never will be. Thank you for this review-I’ve been waiting for this video since I would sneak glances at it in the background. I’m happy to see that the true star of the show finally gets the deserved attention. You nailed every emotional feeling this car is and then some. And just as you stated in your review of the Camry, this car evokes everything I find ideal in a partner-they may not be the best, but they’re always going to be there for you and up for adventure. Happy trails and keep ‘Runnin!

Best looking 4Runner ever…

I've got a 3rd gen with 360k that gets 21mpg and the only thing it needs is new shocks. incredible machines!

just moved to hawaii to live with family and they gave me my cousin’s old 99 4Runner to use, i’ve never had a car that felt like such a faithful companion and endeared me so much to it in such a short time

Moved from Oregon to Colorado in November 2005. Found a 1998 4Runner Limited in Boulder for $12K and thought of it as a 'throw away' that I could easily let go of for something new. 18 years later and I am still driving it daily. I deal with its weaknesses, feed its habits, and paint it to keep it fresh. I have no plans to replace it. It's a reliable old friend that has earned my loyalty time and again. I totally understand.

Dude this is probably one of your best video reviews ever.

My Dad had a 1997 limited when I was growing up. So I have a soft spot for these trucks. Unfortunately that Runner had spent most of its life in Chicago so it was totaled by rust by 2014. Loved that car.

In 2020 I fell into a a ‘99 manual transmission 4Runner for $4k before I knew it was rare. I bought it off the original owner with the receipt from our neighborhood dealer. It had 330k miles and a bootleg Jane’s Addiction concert in the tape deck. But the rust is getting to a point where I should let it go. There are so many other Toyota trucks I could ride through the apocalypse. But if I refuse to leave 1999, maybe the apocalypse will never catch me.

Regarding the brakes, you should consider upgrading the the front calipers, rotors and pads to the ones used in first gen Tundras. Its a pretty common mod with noticeable improvement. I used to get brake fade in the mountains but that never happens since I upgraded my brakes. I feel like the stopping distance is also improved.

One of the best vehicles ever made, period. If I could have one for every day of the week I would. Great tribute 👌

I had a ‘98 that saved my life! It was my first car. I wish I still had it, it was absolutely incredible. Hit a patch of slush in the middle of the NYS thruway at 12AM, like if the plow had skipped over it and left a 6in pile in the middle of the road. It bounced and lost traction, started to spin, and got nailed in front of the pedals by an 18 wheeler. I spun the other way, slid onto the shoulder and the front right tire found purchase, which sent it rolling over. When it finally stopped, I still had to turn that beautiful engine and lights off for the final time. When I unbuckled, I landed on the drivers side window. This was the only injury I got other than heartbreak. A total of 9 stitches. To add insult to injury, the 18 wheeler was one I just loaded on my shift at UPS. If I could afford it I’d 1000000% buy another Gen3.

I saw someone trade one for a 2022 Cherokee recently. I wept for them. I couldn't *_not_* tell them that that 4Runner is worth a small fortune, even as a 2WD. They said they got a 'good deal'. I smirked and said that's great! But still wept for them.

My first car was a 94 4Runner. I loved that car. My second car was a 98. I loved that car. And then gas was well over $4 a gallon and I was a poor college student driving 60 miles a day, getting 14mpg on the highway on a good day, working part-time for not much above minimum wage, and I had to say goodbye and switched to a Jetta that only lasted me a year and a half. That 94 was in service for a long while after that, and made it to a cool 250k before it was put in the grave in an intense battle with a tree. Now I have a 96 Tacoma and it's just like my first car all over again, except worse because it's only got a wee baby 4 cylinder and it's not happy with so much as a few cinderblocks in the bed. I love you, every 90s Toyota. I'll love you forever.

I've got an 2002 SR5, best car i have ever owned. Bought it at 180k a year and a half ago and now its at 216k, its needed nothing but oil changes and a set of spark plugs and wires. I drove it from AZ to PA with a stuffed 10' uhaul with no issues going 70-75 the whole time, handles snow like nothing else and even though its slow i was shocked with how well it corners. Doesn't loose more than a quarter of a quart of oil over 8k miles and i can avg 20mpg even in PA. KILLER cars, also hard to beat that classic 90's SUV shape (a nicely made brick)

I know all good things come to an end, but it is my hope that RCR stays the course as long as possible. These videos are such quality listening material. From the wild, off the wall jokes to the relatable glimpses into our lives and sometimes our past. Great job. Keep it up

The day has finally come where RCR reviews the car I am currently driving

That ending really struck a cord with me. Earlier this year I got my hands on a 2005 4runner, which is the generation I'm nostalgic for. Having grown up around early to late 2000s cars. Shortly after I parted ways with a Subaru SVX that I absolutely loved, but wasn't the right car for me at the time. I knew that, but I felt incredibly guilty about it, like I had failed the car. Half a year later and I'm loading my entire life into a uhual trailer and towing it across the USA to move states for university, inside my Toyota 4Runner. I feel an unwavering comradery to that car. And even though I had to make lots of changes in my life, parting ways with some things I wish I didn't have to, the 4Runner ended up being my chariot to carry me through those changes, with no second guesses or concerning noises. And I've been absolutely loving uni so far. Change does not have to be a bad thing.

I worked on these for a decade and I totally agree. They’re incredible. I’m partial to the on-ramp ability of my ‘07 V8, (needs thousands of $$ of manifolds) but I was always a sucker for G3.

Bought one of these 3 months ago & I love it. Bought it off a buddy w/ 256k mile on it for $2000 & he threw in his 2nd gen Tacoma wheels & tires for free. It has a slow oil leak & the AC didnt work. Got the AC comppesor and fan clutch replaced & added some oil. Added some creature comforts like a subwoofer, a trunk cargo cover to keep it hidden, white LEDs for the interiors & headlights, rain gaurds to match the hood deflector. Since I have worked from home for the last 3 years I barely put 2k miles on cars a year. I'ev already put 4k in the 4 months I've had this thing just taking road trips!

My wife had one of these years ago before we met. She remembers it being unstoppable. Foot after foot of snow and she was able to commute like nothing happened while others were forced to stay indoors. She misses the simplicity, reliability, and 4WD. She also bragged about her sunroof that sweet, sweet roll down rear window. She'd buy one again if the spare money was there.

I had one of these in my garage for 5 years now. Got it as a tip for an electric job because it had a blown head gasket. This video makes me want to go fix it

Finally a review on the 4Runner in the background! You got a real keeper there. My daily driver is a 2000 4Runner V-6 4WD. We bought it new in 2000 and it is a family member. At 195K I replaced the sagging original suspension with a 2" lift on Bilstein shocks, OME springs, SPC adjustable upper control arms, front diff drop, 285/70/17" Falken Wildpeak AT3w tires and Level 8 (6) spoke alloy rims. It completely transformed the vehicle. Two years ago with 225K miles, my daughter and I took it from KY to Colorado and explored the Alpine Loop near Telluride, Ouray and Silverton. It performed flawlessly and climbed over everything in it's path without breaking a sweat. We even got 18 mpg across Kansas fully loaded with camping gear and 2 adults. I have upgraded to Tundra front brakes and installed a JBA cat back exhaust, (from Summit), and it doesn't sound "farty", but actually purrs and reminds me of an old BMW I used to own. I just turned over 250k and I will drive it till it dies, or I die...whichever comes first. My money is on the 4Runner.

Started watching RCR in 2014. The 3rd gen 4runner was the one review I was waiting for. I have had my 3rd gen since 2010. Never selling

That boardroom monologue was absolute perfection 🤌🤌

My old neighbor is a gardener, and he used to have a 2000 4 Runner SR5 (with a locking differential). He drove it to work everyday, and he even took it on road trips every year from New York to Florida and even to New England states without even taking an airplane. It even drove really well on snowy roads too. 3 years ago, he brought a 2020 4 Runner TRD Off Road Premium after his 2000 4 Runner unfortunately got rear ended after reaching up to about 400k miles back in late 2019 before COVID happened. He's now currently a senior citizen and he's doing well! Miss his 3rd gen 4 Runner!!

I love my 99 4runner. Its a manual and ive been in that thing since i was 8 so im super stoked i have it for the rest of my life. Love the review! These things are beasts in the snow too.

My parents bought a 1997 4Runner Limited from my grandparents in 2011. It was green, with gold emblems and a leather interior. We took a trip down to Florida that year to pick it up. All I remember is the smell of the leather interior along with just how large it was when riding in the back seat as a kid. That think was awesome. My dad used to use the 4Runner to move tree branches and things like that. 100% a capable can-do truck. Would’ve probably gone forever if it hadn’t been for the strawberry milkshake. Which left it to sit in the driveway for 4 years. I remember going outside and looking at that truck. Admiring the chrome lined bumpers and those all too iconic 6-spoked rims. The gold emblems were so nice to look at. I remember the rear shocks gave out and began to sag, giving the 4Runner a “Carolina Squat” look. Finally after 4 years of sitting derelict my parents called Lizard Lick Towing to come pick it up. I still want one to this day. Hopefully I’ll get one sometime soon.

shoutout to rcr for posting new videos every monday, on the day when it feels like everything is against you.. then boom, new rcr video.. YIPPEE!!

I’ve got a 2013 Land Cruiser and I have the same feeling for that as you do for the 4Runner. I’m sitting at 183k mikes with basic maintenance at this point. I plan to do the entire cooking system replacement at 200k miles just to be sure that everything is okay. It’s a forever truck. My kids are growing up in it. They love it. I can afford a new “fill in large SUV here”, but why? The mighty Land Cruiser will stay with me as long as I can keep it.

I have a 1998 base model with the 2.7L 4cyl, no sunroof, and 5-speed manual, and I get between 19 and 21mpg cruising at 75-80mph. It's a phenomenal truck. Just about to hit 250k on it actually.

"Like a 4th grader trying to go super saiyan on the playground" 😂 I lost it.

I bought my 01 3rd Gen 4x4 5VZ for $6k. Replaced the Radiator, Bypassed & added Aux ATF Cooler, Replaced Timing Belt & all drive belts/roller/tensioner and water pump. Replaced Valve Cover gaskets, Spark plug tube seals, resealed half moons, and cam plugs. 217k Miles on it now and for $7.5k all in, I'll put money on it'll get to 400k easily. Just the best, reliable used vehicle.

I’m in Australia and I own a 2003 5vzfe dual cab hilux sr5 4x4 5sp manual. Australia runs on Toyotas and after owning this hilux for the last 18 months I see why. They do everything you ask of them without a fuss and barely any extra maintenance. I mean yeah sure it’s a bumpy ride and they love drink. But they’re the textbook definition of not just reliable but dependable. You have summed up what owning a Toyota of this vintage is like perfectly, cheers mate

Love it. I daily my 2000 limited (automatic). 257k and still going strong. I rest my hand on the grab handle all the time, especially with the window down. It gets dirty on the regular for work. They really are that great. Thanks for the great review.

I love my 3rd gen. 330k miles and still running strong with absolutely no rust.

I’ve had my 2001 4runner since 2013. Have used and abused it but also have maintained it as best as I can. This review is spot on. I will eventually get another SUV but my 3rd gen isn’t going anywhere. So many good memories in it through college and after.

I had a 97 limited and loved that truck, then I had an 06 Limited with the V8, now I have a 15 Limited. 4Runners are always the answer. You take care of them, they will take care of you. For 3rd Gens, Blistein 5100’s and Tundra brake upgrade will address most of your concerns, but you will need to get 17in wheel takeoffs. These trucks are great, and as always I enjoyed the video.

3rd gen 4Runner: The official car of... RCR❤🧡💛💚💙💜

Awesome review! I love the deep dive car reviews

Awesome upload RCR. My mother had a Limited in the late 90s, should’ve never sold it! Your 4Runners favorite 4Runner!

my aunt had a 1999 limited 4runner color green. This car has good memories in my head.

Wow! Extremely Informative

I took my 3rd Gen with 230,000 miles to 100mph. On a closed course, of course. Old girl’s still got it

This is probably the first one of these to have me near tears. I learned how to drive stick and how to wrench on cars in my driveway with my 3rd Gen. Everything about the driver and admittedly subpar mechanic I am revolves around the 3rd Gen 4Runner. Sometimes, I'll find myself desperate for something faster, more urban-friendly, and more modern. But things like this will have me asking why I wanted anything else in the first place.

Enjoyable review, my brother-in-law had a 98 for several years right after college and sold it back to his mom who kept it for another 7 years. Yes as rough as a buckboard, noisy, slow but indestructible and very reliable as far as the drivetrains went. I kind of miss than old tank.

This is a nice and refreshing review and perspective. I also like the historical factoids. It gives legends like these some depth. Thanks for the upload!

Miss my 96' Limited so much. That was my first Toyota Truck and set in stone my love for Toyota Trucks.

So much of this brings me back to my old FJ Cruiser (RIP). Bracing at all times with the pillar handle, worrying about knocking my head on the glass, transfercase maintenance. Love these old Toyota trucks, can't wait to get my mitts on one again!

I love 2000 4Runner same color millennium silver it’s lifted 5 inches on 33 inch Mickey Thompson tires and runs like new with 286k miles I just did the water pump and timing belt and it averages 17 mpg all day !!!

My former neighbor had one of these imported from Japan! These were called Hilux Surf. Glad that car was decently maintained until at least by the time I moved out.

I have a ‘99 TRD Supercharged, Manual 4x4… a car I love more than any other I’ve owned. The feeling you get driving a 3rd gen, it’s impossible to put into words. If I had to pick one, not that any can do it justice, my word would be “content”. It fits it’s driver like a glove. Everyone driving it seems to be smiling ear to ear. Was excited and heartbroken to see you post this video when you did… the day before my 4R (possibly) gets sold on Bring a Trailer. Low key hoping it doesn’t meet reserve now…

I have a 99 sr5 that I bought in 2017. I had no idea about how good they were when I bought it. She’s imperial jade mica and had a little over 200000 miles when I bought it. She has 280000 on her now and still runs flawlessly. The build quality of these suvs is mind blowing. I will be buried in this truck. When I got it it was spotless and stock. Came with nice options too, rear e locker, auto, sunroof, etc. this one was from California so not an oz of rust ( big deal here in the rust belt). She has been tastefully modified since then. Put foam cell pros on it for a nice 2 inch lift, duratrac tires slightly oversized but not enough to throw things off, tons of maintenance, nice stealth roof rack, fj style grill, just little touches to make it mine. By far the best vehicle I have ever owned I’m always trying to collect more of them. You have good taste mr regular

Thanks Mr. R. It only took you 11 years to give a heart-felt review of the Tacoma. Really nice example of the 4r. It'll run forever.

The title of my 99 3rd Gen says "wagon" as the vehicle type. Always thought that was cool.

Had a 2nd gen 4Runner as my first car. That thing was a tank, it handled like one and was just as slow as one, the fastest I got it to go was ~60mph and it was screaming. I found out a few years ago the current owner still has it running, that absolute unit.

I remember being able to get a 0-60 under 10 seconds with the ECT switch in the “Power (PWR)” mode

Just bought a 2013 limited.....pretty much love it

Finally got a vid of one of my cars, and as usual perfectly done.

I grew up driving a 1986 1gen 4runner with the 4 cylinder and manual. Dad brought it brand new and kept it unmodified ever since. Still runs today. That great faded yellow with the original decals.

RCR, I'm a huge 3rd gen 4Runner and 1st gen Taco enthusiast. Just a thing to mention... Did you guys do the inside of the fully-boxed section of your 4Runner frame? If you're winter driving this in a salt state, I highly recommend doing it. 3rd gen 4Runners and 1st gen Taco frames rust from the inside out. The method that I have found to work best is to take a pressure washer and attach a "sewer jetter". Its a 365 degree water spray nozzle that shoots really high pressure. You can use that to clean the inside gunk out of the fully boxed section. You can follow this up with Eastwood's Internal Frame Coating, and spray several layers of the paint inside the fully boxed section. The paint uses a 365 degree spray nozzle attachment to make sure you fully coat all the inside of the frame.

I got a 2002 with only 112,000 miles on it about 6 months ago. It belonged to my wife's uncle who hardly ever drove it. I did the timing belt, water pump, radiator, added an extra trans cooler, all new brakes including lines, tires, por15 the frame, then fluid film, and new tires. I did the work myself, so I have about 4K invested. It's slow, it doesn't handle well, but I love it. It eats up rutted dusty dirt roads and runs like a Swiss watch. Who doesn't love a roll-down rear window?

Hey man I saw you at Too Many Games in June at the hotel. I was reminded of it when you mentioned Deltarune. I just bought a 5th gen TRD Off Road and I love it. 4runners are great

Long time watcher and I’ve been WAITING for the 3rd gen review. I’ve owned over 5 4Runners through out my years and my 3rd gen has been by far may favorite. All of your complaints about gas and lack of power really should go to the 2nd gen. That is by far the worst offering (besides an amazing look) they had of offer. All of the horrible gas and shotty auto trans of the early to mid 90s but nothing good beyond the 22re. The 3rd gen fixed almost all of that. An amazing v6 and a cult like following. If you do start collecting I would highly recommend getting your hands on a 2nd gen with a 22re 4banger and manual trans. It’s incredible. Also the v8 4th gen is an amazing offering as well. Over all the 3rd gen encompasses everything 4runner enthusiasts love and that’s why they are so popular to this day. Happy trails

My mom bought one of these used with just a few thousand miles on it. Because of the price, she was stuck with it for around 10 years. For the majority of my childhood, this was the family car. My dad went through several work trucks during that time, but that 4runner stuck around. I spent so much time in the backseat of one of these. Rust finally took her, but she still ran fine. She had the Limited trim level with the fancier seats and the stripes on the side. Might seem weird but even now, at 25, some nights I have a dream that the good ol toyota is getting passed down to me as my first car. Even though that stage of my life is long since passed. Heck part of the reason I bought a Scion was because of the impression Toyota made on me when I was young. My mom loved that thing. It's hard to put into words the affect a family vehicle can have on your childhood.

Your 4Funner is clean! Hilarious but yet informative video brother! Best I’ve seen actually! I have one exactly like yours! I bought it with BFG KO2’s and talk about slow acceleration lol But once this tank gets going, there is no stopping her. I’m about to put lighter tires and wheels on Yuki. The KO2 makes the ride stiffer than an 16 yo on Viagra. I can honestly say, I have more fun driving this 3rd generation 4Runner than any other vehicle that I’ve owned.

My dad used to have this exact color 1997 Toyota 4Runner. He brought it brand and put over 200k. I remember the drive to the bus stop every morning for school. Engine roaring every time during the cold start. Traded in for a new 2006 Toyota Sienna which we still have today with 210k miles.

My dad had the 3rd gen while i was growing up. Had so many fond memories of that car.

My 3rd gen 4runner was a '91 Isuzu Rodeo. Grew up in the back seat of that thing, and I'll never forget the pattern of the cloth bench seat, or all the stickers I covered my window with. That thing never died.

I got a 2014 Trail 6 months ago and I absolutely love it. Gas mileage ain’t great, but I got about 20 miles to the gallon on the highway when I took it on vacation to South Dakota. It sucks that they stop putting manual the transmissions in these after the third gen, that would be sick to have and shouldn’t be that difficult since the taco can have it. But I’m super jealous of your third gen, that thing is clean.

What a great video. This car deserves all the respect you have given it.

College roommate had a limited one of these. We took it to Colorado and it handled everything we threw at it. Dark blue. Fantastic car, good memories.

Your love for this car shows just as much as it did for the S2000 several videos back, and or the old Forester that preceded this!

I also have a Silver 2000 limited. 235k and obviously still rippin. Even with living its life in the Salt Belt of Upstate NY. She's got a 3" suspension and 2" body lift on 35s

That POR 15 is the best product I've ever used. Hard as granite when cured. It's a filthy job to paint it on but worth it. Especially in places like PA, I'd still use fluid film or a similar product also because one can't get the por 15 painted on everywhere like the inside of frame tubes.

This. Is. My. EXACT. First car from high school. Sans all the rust. But the exact color, interior, bug guard....everything. Man I'd kill for another one. It's probably mostly nostalgia. But damn...Beautiful car, beautiful video, beautiful man. 10/10. Good stuff.

Love the video! Another good undercoating option is Cosmoline RP-342

Long time watcher and big fan of your work. In answer to your question about the moon roof..My 2000 SR5 that looks exactly like yours, has no moon roof. I specifically wanted one without it because I figured it would be an issue eventually with the motor or seal. I put on some Bilstein 5100 shocks and Tundra brakes. You have to shave a little off the calipers to make them fit the front but the braking is vastly improved over stock and ride quality as well. You should look into HoneySeal for your underbody protection next time. Keep up the great work both you guys. Happy travels and safe motoring!

This is basically identical to the car my parents had when i was a kid. (Except ours was a 5-speed!) we actually towed a 5000 pound travel trailer with it every summer for four years before upgrading to a fourth gen. To this day i get excited when i see one on the street and it to me is the platonic ideal of what an SUV should be. I'll own one for myself someday soon.

This is the 4Runner from when I was in high school so nostalgia is strong here.

29:48 Same here bro same here Rain on the windshield lit by streetlights from the passenger seat on the hour long ride home from town, melancholic.

Once again, the only car channel that makes me cry. Thank you

I have been waiting for this video for so many years. my 2002 sr5 is the love of my life and imma die with it. 236k miles and I drive it like a Miata lmao. 100 mph is a very common sight for my tank

I like the Magnaflow Overland exhaust i just put on my 2000 😄

Makes me very happy you mentioned San Francisco Rush. My favorite racing game of all time.

I have a silver 2003 3.4L 4spd auto 4x4 Xtracab TRD Tacoma with 1” taller-than-stock H/T tires, a bedcap (not one of those super rounded ones), and 108,000 miles (about the closest a Tacoma can get to this 4Runner). In flat country I generally average 18mpg (usually driving a little faster and more aggressively than my Mom’d like), and on roadtrips usually make ~19.5mpg, cruising at ~2,300rpm/75mph. It does have to kick down into 3rd on the steeper hills, but it doesn’t seem to have a hard time holding 75 under normal conditions. When I’m up in the Vermont hills doing all local driving though, I’ll get down around 16mpg. Thanks for the video! Love your stuff.

My brother retired his 2005 Solara V6 for a 2022 4Runner TRD in hot green last year. The exhaust they put on that actually sounds very nice without being drony. Along with an excellent build quality.

I bought one of these a couple of years ago after I had to let go of my Challenger... I couldn't agree more with *almost* everything in this video. One of the most pragmatic (and oldest) vehicles I've ever owned to date. Haven't looked back and have certainly embraced the utilitarian sloth that is the 3rd gen 4Runner. "Not for sale" has certainly a part of my vernacular these days. Loved the commentary, I completely relate! Disclaimer: 21 MPG is achievable on straight / level highways, with the engine sitting at just under 2K RPMs, genrally doing no more than 60 MPH... at least along the I-5 corridor.

I’ve been waiting for this video

I had a 00' 4runner with the 4 banger engine & manual transmission, went to 450k miles before finally trading in for a new tundra because I needed a larger vehicle to tow things with. I towed with my old 4runner all the time, but only pushed it to about 2.5k pounds max with that engine

I've always owned vortec 5.3 and most recently 6.0 in the giant Yukon Denali. Even owned some smaller v6 that were fast and powerful, but I could never prepare for 4runner v6. 3 months of owning my gen 3 I can only describe it like driving up armored HMMWV or deuce n half. Being now in my late 30s I truly appreciate this truck. Since I'm not zipping through town doing burnouts and trying to squeeze as much hp as possible. This truck is a tool, as well as my daily.

I love how the schoolbus at 12:28 starts creepin' up on you. I can almost hear the bus driver yelling "c'mon grandma, I could have made that gap twice!!"

Love my 3rd gen, get those lower ball joints done. My SR5 doesn’t have a sunroof, it has the big flares and running boards, plus the laminated wood grain dash. Quite the quirky mish mash of options.

My father had a 96 SR5 that I grew up in and learned to drive in. I loved that truck. As far as the rotors go (and don't quote me on this because I'm trying to remember), apparently 3rd gen rotors float which makes it very easy for them to wrap. My uncle had a 3rd gen as well, and his solution was to go to aftermarket Bosch rotors.

25:00 Been using POR15 on the farm for almost 30 years now. It is the savior of anything that lives in the mid-west and rust belt.

As a 3rd gen owner, this video had me cracking up. Mine consistenly gets 16 mpg around town, 20 if on a road trip. And thank you for showing me what those slots in the bench seat are for!

grew up with my dad having a third gen 4runner. hopefully I'll be able to find one in decent shape to bring me back to a nice nostalgic state.

Thanks for the tip on engaging 4H once a week. Makes a lot of sense. I purchased a '99 with 280k on the clock three months ago and proceeded to do a top end rebuild ( rebuilt heads, head gasket, and timing belt). After the rebuild I'm getting 19mpg with mostly highway miles. I'm pleasantly surprised by that. Not so happy with the lack of power I can't imagine driving one with a 4cyl! Smooth drivetrain but it wasn't designed to go much faster than 70mph.