had been planning on 2025 4Runner but 24 LC caught my eye. I like the exterior styling better.
not a hardcore offroader, but like exploring rough and gravel roads and winter in the Sierras
Monday found and drove a stripped down 1958 at a local dealer. Liked the peppiness compared to my 23 4Runner ( that rig is going to my son). Ride seemed similar. Thumbs up.
used the toyota build site to select my preferred options and got a list of dealers with inventory.
second one I called said the unit I was looking for was not reserved and available.
Tuesday, made 1 hour drive and put $500 refundable deposit down. Dealer screen showed no holds, it was in port, and due next week.
Updated today, Friday, to "Processing" in port and due at dealer 24-26th... next Monday- Weds. Screen clearly says no hold.
Unit is Premium in Meteor Shower, black interior, 20 inch wheels (not wanted), and a few knick knacks I would not have wanted other than the cargo mat. The dealer is adding no crap.
5K markup. This is pretty standard in the Bay Area right now, and I found none at MSRP, some at 7500, 10K, and one adventurous dealer at $15K markup.
I have 72 hours after it comes into the dealer to decide whether to proceed.
