Important Info on 2005 Engine
10-12-04, 11:20 AM
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Re: GX470 vs 4runner
Originally posted by PitBull
Kind of like choosing between a Landcruiser and a LX470. But I agree that the average GX470 buyer would not even consider a 4runner. Talked with a Lexus salesman the other day when I was in for service and we were talkin about the new VVTI engine and he said that most Lexus buyers only care about the features, soft leather, super stereo, wood steering wheel, etc. They would not have a clue that they can buy the same vehicle with a few less bells and whistles for $15K less. Like he said, "just because someone has a lot of money to spend doesn't make them "smart shoppers". I can understand where he is coming from. When I go out shopping for computers I have to go for the name brand and hope I get my monies worth, bang for the buck. But I know that there are computer geeks that know all of the comparisons and come out ahead of me. It's all about doing your home work.
Kind of like choosing between a Landcruiser and a LX470. But I agree that the average GX470 buyer would not even consider a 4runner. Talked with a Lexus salesman the other day when I was in for service and we were talkin about the new VVTI engine and he said that most Lexus buyers only care about the features, soft leather, super stereo, wood steering wheel, etc. They would not have a clue that they can buy the same vehicle with a few less bells and whistles for $15K less. Like he said, "just because someone has a lot of money to spend doesn't make them "smart shoppers". I can understand where he is coming from. When I go out shopping for computers I have to go for the name brand and hope I get my monies worth, bang for the buck. But I know that there are computer geeks that know all of the comparisons and come out ahead of me. It's all about doing your home work.
10-12-04, 11:22 AM
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Re: So true....
Originally posted by beezy21
gs400jon has a good point. I tried numerous dealerships looking for 04 with everything (including KDSS )
except the RES, and as luck would have it, all vehicle with KDSS had RES. I just did not feel like paying an extra $1500-$2000 for an option that would be a complete waste. I am in my twenties, have no children and will probably not have kids anytime soon, which seems to be the only justification for having this feature. In addition, I never have passengers in my back seat. As for the 2005's with optional Sport Package: I am not a huge fan of the black pearl emblems or the black maple trim. Just my female opinion. I would however, love to see a picture showing a GX equipped with SP. Maybe it would change my mind on this....
gs400jon has a good point. I tried numerous dealerships looking for 04 with everything (including KDSS )
except the RES, and as luck would have it, all vehicle with KDSS had RES. I just did not feel like paying an extra $1500-$2000 for an option that would be a complete waste. I am in my twenties, have no children and will probably not have kids anytime soon, which seems to be the only justification for having this feature. In addition, I never have passengers in my back seat. As for the 2005's with optional Sport Package: I am not a huge fan of the black pearl emblems or the black maple trim. Just my female opinion. I would however, love to see a picture showing a GX equipped with SP. Maybe it would change my mind on this....
10-12-04, 04:14 PM
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Re: Re: GX470 vs 4runner
Originally posted by lexguynj
I would get a 2005 4Runner Limited V8 as my low key, beater car on the side!
I would get a 2005 4Runner Limited V8 as my low key, beater car on the side!
10-13-04, 07:41 AM
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Originally posted by jacksonian
My Toyota guy just told me the V8 4Runners won't hit the lot until February.
My Toyota guy just told me the V8 4Runners won't hit the lot until February.
10-13-04, 11:26 AM
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I agree, so I don't really know what's going on. I know they still hadn't posted the specs as far as mileage on that engine on the Toyota site as of the other day so I don't know if that means anything.
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