The 4Runner is one of the most popular rigs on our forum with recent offerings including this 1992 SR5, 2005, and 2006. We recently celebrated 40 Years of Toyota 4Runner and maintain that today this model remains a pinnacle choice for travel. Cue today’s 2000 Toyota 4Runner Limited, which has been extensively modified for overlanding. The third-gen iteration remains a coveted choice for overlanding with a reputation for bulletproof reliability, and rugged capability, and provides up to a 1,800-pound payload. It was for these reasons and more that it was an Expedition Portal project vehicle for over a decade and later purchased by our Chief Business Development Officer Brian McVickers. If you’d like a better understanding of how this platform can be uprated for the backcountry, then check out builds from Xandera, SnailTrail 4×4, and Team 4Runner.
From the Seller:
“Now that I have completed the build on my ‘dream 3rd gen,’ it’s time to move on to another project. This truck was built with no expense spared, using only top-quality equipment, and the work has all been completed by expert Toyota enthusiast mechanics. This truck is completely dialed in, as reliable as a Toyota should be, and is as capable as just about anything you can find. It runs and drives excellently and tracks perfectly down the road at highway speeds. The amount of maintenance, upgrades, and modifications on this rig are extensive. Just about everything that can be upgraded or replaced has been. I have a very detailed build sheet with everything that’s been done, and retail on the parts alone is over $45,000, not including the vehicle or labor cost I have invested.”
2000 Toyota 4Runner Limited
The 4Runner is fitted with a 3.4-liter V6 motor that produces 183 horsepower, 217 pound-feet of torque, and returns a combined 17 mpg (today’s example has been supercharged). A long-lived engine is matched with excellent capability thanks to a body-on-frame design, 4WD, high and low range, armor, a lifted and uprated suspension, front and rear ARB lockers, and 4.88 gears. These rugged credentials are balanced with driver comforts that include:
- Air-conditioning
- Premium aftermarket audio system
- Cruise control
- Power steering, windows, and locks
- Corbeau Trailcat seats
Distinguishing Features
- Front Radflo 2.5-inch coilovers with remote reservoirs, Radflo rear shocks with remote reservoirs, Old Man Emu 861 springs, FGP real shock relocation kit, OPT Offroad rear four-link kit, SPC upper control arms, and more
- Toyo AT3 tires (5)
- Warn EVO-10S winch with Factor 55 Flatlink
- Addicted Offroad plate front bumper and rear SRQ swingout bumper with tire carrier and dual jerry cans
- Baja Designs lighting
- BudBilt front skid plate and White Knuckle rock sliders
- Victory roof rack
This 2000 Toyota 4Runner Limited is listed for $24,000 and is currently located in Kansas City. Check the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.
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