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Boost it!
Agent009 submitted on 9/10/2009 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 4:11:05 PM
24 user comments | Category: Spy Shots | Source: | SOURCE: forums.thecarlounge.net
Agent009,I just ran across these shots of the upcoming Toyota 4Runner while cruising the net and thought your readers would like to "Stud or Dud" them. Personally I like the new look but my wife says it is only a face a mother could love!Thanks,Roadkill2009 Frankfurt Auto Show Photo Gallery2009 Concours Weekend Photo Gallery Live! (All photos from all Monterey shows in one gallery)2009 Concorso Italiano Photo Gallery2009 The Quail Event Photo Gallery AutoSpies.com Photo Galleries If you want to see your photos running on our homepage photo ticker, be sure to upload your photos on the go by sending them to Mobile@AutoSpies.com Share on FacebookThere are photos and then there are AutoSpies.com photos!Read Article
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"If everything seems under control, you're just not going fast enough."— Agent009 (View Profile)
"If everything seems under control, you're just not going fast enough."
— Agent009 (View Profile)
I'm not much into pickup trucks.I'm sure it's a stud.— EL34 (View Profile)
I'm not much into pickup trucks.I'm sure it's a stud.
— EL34 (View Profile)
Posted on 9/10/2009 4:20:52 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -4
Hummer called, they like their fenders back.Seeing the first photo I liked it but with more angles, it just looks derivative and chunky---Dud.— theoptimisticpessimist (View Profile)
Hummer called, they like their fenders back.Seeing the first photo I liked it but with more angles, it just looks derivative and chunky---Dud.
— theoptimisticpessimist (View Profile)
Posted on 9/10/2009 4:27:31 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1
yeah really....theoptimisticpessimist....and the designers of the 2002 avalanche are suing you for the body cladding rip off....what the hell was toyota thinking they took the oh so infamous card board box and try to re-design it into a truck....compared to this model i love the previous model to me this looks like A$$— B7FAN (View Profile)
yeah really....theoptimisticpessimist....and the designers of the 2002 avalanche are suing you for the body cladding rip off....what the hell was toyota thinking they took the oh so infamous card board box and try to re-design it into a truck....compared to this model i love the previous model to me this looks like A$$
— B7FAN (View Profile)
Posted on 9/11/2009 7:36:06 AM | | Votes: 2
looks like an isuzu, when it was cool...— didlydrumr (View Profile)
looks like an isuzu, when it was cool...
— didlydrumr (View Profile)
Posted on 9/10/2009 4:48:25 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2
I like it, its an suv that looks like an suv not a raised wagon, it just doesnt look like something that would be coming out in 2010 maybe early 90s, otherwise stud kinda reminds of an old landcruiser.— bmwdrvr (View Profile)
I like it, its an suv that looks like an suv not a raised wagon, it just doesnt look like something that would be coming out in 2010 maybe early 90s, otherwise stud kinda reminds of an old landcruiser.
— bmwdrvr (View Profile)
Posted on 9/10/2009 5:40:07 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -8
Dud, if I wanted a lego car I would build one.— Joe_Limon (View Profile)
Dud, if I wanted a lego car I would build one.
— Joe_Limon (View Profile)
Posted on 9/10/2009 6:30:52 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1
But how many Lexus LF-ch vehicles can it contain?— LuxuryFan (View Profile)
But how many Lexus LF-ch vehicles can it contain?
— LuxuryFan (View Profile)
Posted on 9/10/2009 7:54:26 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1
stud— CarCrazedinCali (View Profile)
stud
— CarCrazedinCali (View Profile)
Posted on 9/10/2009 8:07:04 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -5
REPOSTbut STUDprobably the best real 4WD truck-based SUV in that price range.I'm far from being a toylex fanboy, but when Toyota does something good, I won't deny it.— MSP6 (View Profile)
REPOSTbut STUDprobably the best real 4WD truck-based SUV in that price range.I'm far from being a toylex fanboy, but when Toyota does something good, I won't deny it.
— MSP6 (View Profile)
Posted on 9/10/2009 8:55:40 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1
Oh WOW! A mid sized truck based SUV! This could change everything. Zzzzzzz.— kuvakas1 (View Profile)
Oh WOW! A mid sized truck based SUV! This could change everything. Zzzzzzz.
— kuvakas1 (View Profile)
Posted on 9/10/2009 9:14:18 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0
STUD. looks great— synx (View Profile)
STUD. looks great
— synx (View Profile)
Posted on 9/10/2009 10:10:01 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -2
I shall call it.... Mini Sequoia. "que Dr. Evil music here..."— PlanB (View Profile)
I shall call it.... Mini Sequoia. "que Dr. Evil music here..."
— PlanB (View Profile)
Posted on 9/10/2009 11:58:17 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3
Its a stud if you want an suv for highway trips with the odd trip down a gravel road, but if you want something with off road ability this is a DUD.— truckman (View Profile)
Its a stud if you want an suv for highway trips with the odd trip down a gravel road, but if you want something with off road ability this is a DUD.
— truckman (View Profile)
Posted on 9/11/2009 5:27:11 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -5
4Runners are quite capable off-road, and they always have been.— Anthony (View Profile)
4Runners are quite capable off-road, and they always have been.
— Anthony (View Profile)
Posted on 9/11/2009 3:15:22 PM | | Votes: 2
Could you explain how these low profile tires are going to take this 4-runner off road, How about the limited wheel travel in the front, I have owned a 1993 with the 31in tire package, unfortunatly the engine couldn't push the tires in the heavy snow or sand and hill climbs were scary with the lack of power, On the plus side with the older 4-runners I put in an old man emu articulation kit to achieve 15in. of rear wheel travel, stock was an impressive 11ish and 12 with longer shocks, unfortunately the front suspension was the downfall of the vehicle, and still is, it lacks front wheel travel! The current front suspension would be better suited in a Camry, or maybe it is the same? I know this would be great if you modified it when Total Chaos made a long travel kit for this and added lockers...$$$$$ Why couldn't they come stock like this!— truckman (View Profile)
Could you explain how these low profile tires are going to take this 4-runner off road, How about the limited wheel travel in the front, I have owned a 1993 with the 31in tire package, unfortunatly the engine couldn't push the tires in the heavy snow or sand and hill climbs were scary with the lack of power, On the plus side with the older 4-runners I put in an old man emu articulation kit to achieve 15in. of rear wheel travel, stock was an impressive 11ish and 12 with longer shocks, unfortunately the front suspension was the downfall of the vehicle, and still is, it lacks front wheel travel! The current front suspension would be better suited in a Camry, or maybe it is the same? I know this would be great if you modified it when Total Chaos made a long travel kit for this and added lockers...$$$$$ Why couldn't they come stock like this!
Posted on 9/12/2009 2:11:51 AM | | Votes: 0
Could all the deboosters defend your arguments? I am not upset or I have no desire to name call or anything, I would rather debate your opinion, I hope that you have an informed opinion and not a blind emotional opinion. — truckman (View Profile)
Could all the deboosters defend your arguments? I am not upset or I have no desire to name call or anything, I would rather debate your opinion, I hope that you have an informed opinion and not a blind emotional opinion.
Posted on 9/13/2009 5:20:07 AM | | Votes: 1
Egad... what the hell is that!Looks like the boxy look of the early 80's is back and in fine form at Toyota!!!!Nah, definitely an absolute dud. I am sure it will sell well in the US, but I can't image it being too well received beyond those shores.— crummydore (View Profile)
Egad... what the hell is that!Looks like the boxy look of the early 80's is back and in fine form at Toyota!!!!Nah, definitely an absolute dud. I am sure it will sell well in the US, but I can't image it being too well received beyond those shores.
— crummydore (View Profile)
Posted on 9/11/2009 7:38:17 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1
A DUD!! Trys to look too much like the Nissan Xterra.— richard112360 (View Profile)
A DUD!! Trys to look too much like the Nissan Xterra.
— richard112360 (View Profile)
Posted on 9/11/2009 11:12:41 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0
i dont like that front end— lexusrox123 (View Profile)
i dont like that front end
— lexusrox123 (View Profile)
Posted on 9/11/2009 5:38:05 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1
truckman have you looked at the ford explorer lately? tell me about that one, or now look at the 22inch wheels on the escalade. How are they going to go offroading with those low profile tires? Get real, this is the first shots of the new 4Runner, how about letting it hit the streets and dealerships first, I'm sure Toyota will have an off-roading package for it. Never heard of the TRD off-road package either? How about the Land Cruiser being the SUV of choice for the UN? You don't think Toyota know how to do offroad? You must not be serious.— freshseth83 (View Profile)
truckman have you looked at the ford explorer lately? tell me about that one, or now look at the 22inch wheels on the escalade. How are they going to go offroading with those low profile tires? Get real, this is the first shots of the new 4Runner, how about letting it hit the streets and dealerships first, I'm sure Toyota will have an off-roading package for it. Never heard of the TRD off-road package either? How about the Land Cruiser being the SUV of choice for the UN? You don't think Toyota know how to do offroad? You must not be serious.
— freshseth83 (View Profile)
Posted on 9/13/2009 7:59:40 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1
Freshseth83, the ford explorer isn't even on the radar, when was the last time you saw an ad suggesting the explorer had off road ability? And the 22inch rims on a suv suggests that you have no intention of going off road. As far as the TRD package is concerned, lol stickers and shocks with progressive springs, and when I say shocks they are basically stock, have you seen the 2010 F-150's off road package? the F-150 Rapture? compare the shocks and then tell me the Toyota comes with an off road package.Off road packages should consist of more wheel travel and mechanical selectable lockers, and yes the FJ has a selectable locker and that is about all that is impressive about it, I have owned two toyota trucks and a 1993 4-runner, and they were all modified and they shone in some areas and sucked at some like hill climbs where power was required and deep snow didn't go too well either.Just because the UN chose the L/C doesn't mean that it has all the best off road attributes, it can be improved, have you seen the Movie From Dust To Glory? Robby Gordon makes a crack about the speed of Toyota trucks in the race, one limiting factor is limited wheel travel, and as far as I know there is only one suspension kit "Total Chaos" that makes this toy perform better by increasing wheel travel to 12ish inches as opposed to TRDs 7-8inches, TRD doesn't increase wheel travel, just ride height by an inch? Ride height doesn't increase wheel travel, who is the expert now, "you must not be serious" lol I won't belittle your limited knowledge of trucks...— truckman (View Profile)
Freshseth83, the ford explorer isn't even on the radar, when was the last time you saw an ad suggesting the explorer had off road ability? And the 22inch rims on a suv suggests that you have no intention of going off road. As far as the TRD package is concerned, lol stickers and shocks with progressive springs, and when I say shocks they are basically stock, have you seen the 2010 F-150's off road package? the F-150 Rapture? compare the shocks and then tell me the Toyota comes with an off road package.Off road packages should consist of more wheel travel and mechanical selectable lockers, and yes the FJ has a selectable locker and that is about all that is impressive about it, I have owned two toyota trucks and a 1993 4-runner, and they were all modified and they shone in some areas and sucked at some like hill climbs where power was required and deep snow didn't go too well either.Just because the UN chose the L/C doesn't mean that it has all the best off road attributes, it can be improved, have you seen the Movie From Dust To Glory? Robby Gordon makes a crack about the speed of Toyota trucks in the race, one limiting factor is limited wheel travel, and as far as I know there is only one suspension kit "Total Chaos" that makes this toy perform better by increasing wheel travel to 12ish inches as opposed to TRDs 7-8inches, TRD doesn't increase wheel travel, just ride height by an inch? Ride height doesn't increase wheel travel, who is the expert now, "you must not be serious" lol I won't belittle your limited knowledge of trucks...
Posted on 9/14/2009 6:08:29 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0
Attempt to back up your logic as to why I was deboosted, share your infinite knowledge with us. If you think I was wrong anywhere point it out and we will debate it, that is what this is all about, emotion is ignorant, facts is where it is at.— truckman (View Profile)
Attempt to back up your logic as to why I was deboosted, share your infinite knowledge with us. If you think I was wrong anywhere point it out and we will debate it, that is what this is all about, emotion is ignorant, facts is where it is at.
Posted on 9/16/2009 4:03:32 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1
You know that you can't contest with what I said so you deboosted me, knowledge is power,lol.— truckman (View Profile)
You know that you can't contest with what I said so you deboosted me, knowledge is power,lol.
Posted on 9/19/2009 4:06:51 AM | | Votes: 1
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