Toyota 4Runner

The Toyota 4Runner began in 1984 as a clever adaptation of the Hilux pickup, featuring two doors, a fiberglass shell over the bed, and seats for rear passengers. This first generation is famous for its removable top, a feature Toyota dropped with the second generation's move to a full steel, integrated body in 1990. Through five generations, it has evolved from a compact, rugged utility vehicle into a comfortable and capable mid-size SUV.

Collectors and enthusiasts value the 4Runner for its legendary reliability and off-road capability. The first generation (1984-1989), especially the 1985 model with its solid front axle and 22R-E engine, is a highly sought-after classic. The third generation (1996-2002) is another peak for collectors, offering a perfect blend of modern reliability with the durable 3.4L 5VZ-FE V6 engine, comfortable interiors, and manageable dimensions.

The 4Runner market is incredibly broad, reflected in its average sale price of just under $17,000. This figure is influenced by the huge number of high-mileage daily drivers from the fourth and fifth generations. However, clean, low-mile examples of the first and third generations regularly sell for $25,000 to $40,000, with exceptional examples and modern TRD Pro editions reaching over $80,000.

Prices range from a few thousand dollars for high-mileage examples to over $84,000 for pristine early models and late-model special editions.