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Ask The Best And Brightest: Reliable V6 Utes Under $7k?
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Edward Niedermeyer
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Published: October 1st, 2009
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Kelsey writes:
My boyfriend recently sold his F-150, and we’ve been looking at ’95-2000 4Runners as a replacement. He needs a V6 to tow his work trailer occasionally, and our biggest concern is reliability, then efficiency. We’re working with a $7,000 cash budget. Should we broaden our search to other makes/models?
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Published October 1st, 2009 9:11 PM
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As much as I hate SUVs, I wouldn't rule out a late 90's Tahoe. It's bigger, gets about the same gas mileage, and that 5.7 V8 & 4 speed auto are rock solid. And in the unlikely event something does break, parts are a heck of a lot cheaper than the same model year Toyota.
I have no problems with just about any of the SUVs discussed as its use is described occasional. Why not stick with the F 150? I maintain an 88 Grand Wagoneer as a 3rd vehicle. I dont think it has left its spot in over a month. When it is running it delivers low teens MPG. Doesnt use a drop waiting in the wings though.
How about a 12 y.o. Suburban for $3K, a 15 y.o. Miata for $3K, and $1K left over for repairs?