This 1989 Toyota 4Runner SR5 is a two-owner vehicle that was acquired by the seller four years ago. Originally from Portland, this truck has 215k original miles. It is powered by a 3.0L V6 backed by a five-speed manual and has been well-preserved. The truck retains all of its original panels and is said to show no signs of prior accidents or rust. Last month, a service was completed with a new timing belt, water pump, and more as detailed below. The truck has no current mechanical needs and is ready to be driven. It is sold with a clear Carfax and clean Illinois title.

This truck was purchased from the original owner’s estate and then sent to a body shop for a repaint of the front valence and leading edge of the hood. A rock-guard was also installed. The original faded decals were removed and the entire vehicle was polished before new decals were installed. The B-Pillar-mounted ‘4Runner’ emblems were also restored.

The truck has never been involved in an accident to the seller’s knowledge, which is supported by the clean Carfax. All factory VIN tags remain in place and all panels are believed original. The body is straight and free of any major flaws. The seller also notes that he has not found rust anywhere on the vehicle, including the inside panel edges.

Flaws are said to be limited to a few rock chips on the front of the vehicle and several small dings on the lower tail-gate.

Factory alloy wheels are wrapped in BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A tires with good tread remaining.

The interior is stock and is also well-preserved. Wear is present on the driver-side seat bolster and door panel top, and a 1″ long crack is present in the dashboard near the windshield.

Other surfaces look tidy for their age, though the shift-knob and carpets show some wear. The lights, factory radio, cruise control, power windows, power mirrors, and rear tailgate window are all said to work. The power antenna is reported to sticks occasionally.

The roof of this 4Runner can removed. The truck also features a pop-up sunroof and integrated rear roll-bar as seen above.

The stock 3.0L V6 and five-speed manual transmission remain in place. Last month the seller replaced the timing belt, water pump, radiator hoses, coolant hoses behind the intake, timing belt pulleys, crank seal, cam seals, rear cam plugs, valve cover gaskets, lower intake gasket, thermostat, front brake pads, A/C compressor, and receiver dryer with OEM Toyota parts. The truck is said to run and drive well with good alignment and responsive brakes.

Other recent servicing includes a new OEM clutch and Redline synthetic fluid in both differentials, transmission, and transfer case. The engine compartment has been kept tidy with factory paint still visible on the firewall. The seller is a former Lexus technician and has done most of the work himself.

The underbody also looks well-preserved. The stock exhaust system remains in place and there are no notable leaks.

The Carfax is accident-free and confirms the two owners in Oregon and Illinois.

This first-generation 4Runner is in good condition for its age and mileage. Some maintenance records from the previous owner are included with the sale.