One thing is for sure, Toyota is a master of building reliable vehicles. Interestingly, most overland rigs posted to our forum are relatively low-mileage, but generally speaking, the Toyotas are already showing over 200,000 miles, such as this 246,000-mile 2003 Land Cruiser 100, a 242,000-mile 1999 4Runner, and a 201,000-mile 2002 Tacoma TRD.

Why is high mileage significant? First and foremost, it indicates the vehicle has a dependable motor and drivetrain. In many cases, high mileage also suggests the vehicle is comfortable, easy to drive, relatively economical, and thus usually suitable as a daily driver. With overland vehicles, it’s easy to become starry-eyed, basing choices on what will look cool in photos rather than what’s practical in the real world. Reliability should always be number one, and as my grandad would say: “A second-class ride is better than a first-class walk.” Toyotas aren’t infallible, but there’s a reason why so many are high-mileage and still going strong. Today’s 4Runner is no exception, showcasing a V8 motor that has covered an impressive 320,000 miles, incorporates tasteful modifications, and is priced at just $10,000.

From the Seller:

“The time has come to sell the 4Runner. We don’t use it anymore; we have too many vehicles. We drive it about every two weeks just to drive it. We purchased an LX470 about three years ago because our kids were getting bigger, and we needed more room. Now, [it] just sits. We purchased the 4Runner in 2013 with 226,000 miles when we moved to Austin (back in Tulsa now). We are the third owners, [the] first owner was a doctor, and the second was a medical sales rep (who knew the doctor), and that’s where all the miles came from.”

2003 Toyota 4Runner V8

Fitted with a long-lived V8 motor that produces 235 horsepower, 320 pound-feet of torque, and returns a combined 16 mpg. On-road, the V8 motor propels the 4Runner to 60 mph in just 8 seconds, which is impressive considering the size. The automatic gearbox is said to be smooth and responsive. All-terrain capability is also excellent thanks to full-time 4WD, high and low range, locking Torsen center differential, and intelligent drive modes, such as Hill Start Assist and Downhill Assist.

Distinguishing Features

• Pelfreybilt front bumper
• Front Dobinson struts and rear coils, and Fox rear shocks 
• Smittybilt XRC winch 
• Canvasback cargo liner
• Custom roof rack 
• Innovations sliders

This 2003 Toyota 4Runner V8 is listed for $10,000 and is currently located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Check the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.

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