1st gen or 2nd gen?

Slick8810 · 04-24-2009, 09:23 PM

I was just curious what everyone prefers out of the 1st gen tacoma or the 2nd gen. I think most would say whatever they have but i figured i would ask. I have a 1st gen but like the 2nd gen better in my opinion.

stikkimikki87 · 04-24-2009, 09:23 PM

1st gen all the way, but only the 01-04s

tigerfan00 · 04-24-2009, 09:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stikkimikki87

1st gen all the way, but only the 01-04s

even more specifically...02 Impulse red ones

stikkimikki87 · 04-24-2009, 09:28 PM

damn right lol! <-- 02 impulse red

J-Rob #3 · 04-24-2009, 09:28 PM

I Love My '02. But then again my best bud has a '05 and i like it too.
But I'm gonna have to still say the 1st gens.
They're the best.

tjgraner09 · 04-24-2009, 09:29 PM

Too easy 1st gens!

edwinalink · 04-24-2009, 10:45 PM

I want a 2nd gen with an 8 foot STEEL bed... that would be keen.

everything else about the 1st gens bores me

neslerrah · 04-24-2009, 11:18 PM

I have never own a 1st generation. But I love my 2nd generation Taco.

DeeKay21 · 04-25-2009, 06:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by neslerrah

I have never own a 1st generation. But I love my 2nd generation Taco.

X2. I always liked 1st gens but LOVE my 2nd gen and wouldnt trade it for nothing!!!

Fly5465 · 04-25-2009, 07:03 AM

I've only had my 1st Gen for a couple months now. I was specifically looking to buy a clean 1st gen Tacoma, it took me a while to find the right one. I like the smaller size of the 1st Gen and the styling better. Seems like none of the manufacturers make a compact truck anymore (except Ranger) they have all gotten bigger, more of a mid size. Like I said, I like the smaller size. I rarely carry more than 2 people, so interior size was not that important.

Fly5465 - Az

derekabraham · 04-25-2009, 08:22 AM

2nd

tacomaman06 · 04-25-2009, 12:57 PM

i traded my 2nd gen(06 prerunner) in for an first gen(04 trd 4x4), and i like my 04 alot better than the 06 i had. i like the power of the 4.0 that was in my 06, but overall....the first gen is just better as far as im concerned.

JTech · 04-25-2009, 03:36 PM

I have had both a 1st gen and now a 2nd gen. The only thing I wish the 2nd gen had was a steel bed with real tie downs. I line-xed my 1st gen and loved it. I worry the composite bed isn't as forgiving as the steel. I did like the simplicity of the first gen.

Janster · 04-25-2009, 03:50 PM

Combine the two of them....and that'd be the ideal tacoma!!!

The ruggedness of the 1st gen
The metal bed of the 1st gen
The tried & true suspension (from the factory) of the 1st gen
The heavy duty tailgate of the first gen

AND put it with

The bigger size of the 2nd gen
The Access cab doors (LOVE those things)
The 2nd gen styling / looks(it's grown on me)
The 4.0L engine, towing package, power outlet and all the neat added features
The LSD of the 2nd gen
The colors of the 2nd gen

tacomaman06 · 04-25-2009, 05:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Janster

Combine the two of them....and that'd be the ideal tacoma!!!

The ruggedness of the 1st gen
The metal bed of the 1st gen
The tried & true suspension (from the factory) of the 1st gen
The heavy duty tailgate of the first gen

AND put it with

The bigger size of the 2nd gen
The Access cab doors (LOVE those things)
The 2nd gen styling / looks(it's grown on me)
The 4.0L engine, towing package, power outlet and all the neat added features
The LSD of the 2nd gen
The colors of the 2nd gen

i do miss the power outlet in the bed of the 06 i had.

THXEY · 04-25-2009, 05:54 PM

2nd by far

devilsalmostfree · 04-25-2009, 08:08 PM

i like the 1st gens better!

Burgman · 04-25-2009, 10:31 PM

2nd gen and i just tied the votes, go me

Ry1984 · 04-26-2009, 07:07 AM

i just love that old pick up look, 1st gen all the way.

brian · 04-26-2009, 08:15 AM

I wouldn't trade my truck for a first gen period :P Sure they're still great trucks, but I absolutely love my truck.

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04-24-2009, 09:23 PM	#1
Slick8810 [OP] Senior Member Joined: Nov 2008, #11160 Location: Panama City, FL Gender: Male Posts: 110 01 Tacoma Prerunner SR5 2001 Double Cab Automatic 2.7 3" lift, 20% tint, billet grille	1st gen or 2nd gen? I was just curious what everyone prefers out of the 1st gen tacoma or the 2nd gen. I think most would say whatever they have but i figured i would ask. I have a 1st gen but like the 2nd gen better in my opinion.

04-24-2009, 09:23 PM	#2
stikkimikki87 Senior Member Joined: Jan 2009, #13063 Location: Pensacola FL Gender: Male Posts: 101 d44, 37s, all 4 wheels turn! 2002 Access Cab Manual uhh...everything? lol	1st gen all the way, but only the 01-04s __________________ D44, S/C, 37 XATs on 18" PSC Beadlocks

04-24-2009, 09:28 PM	#4
stikkimikki87 Senior Member Joined: Jan 2009, #13063 Location: Pensacola FL Gender: Male Posts: 101 d44, 37s, all 4 wheels turn! 2002 Access Cab Manual uhh...everything? lol	damn right lol! <-- 02 impulse red __________________ D44, S/C, 37 XATs on 18" PSC Beadlocks

04-24-2009, 09:29 PM	#6
tjgraner09 South Carolina Member Name: TJ Joined: Oct 2008, #10124 Location: Conway, SC Gender: Male Posts: 999 97 XtraCab 1997 Xtra Cab Automatic 3.4 Bilstiein 5100 w/ TRD Coils in the front, new fog lights, 2 12" isignia subs,	Too easy 1st gens! __________________

04-24-2009, 09:28 PM	#5
J-Rob #3 Senior Member Name: Josh Joined: Mar 2009, #14800 Location: North Carolina Gender: Male Posts: 175 02 PreRunner TRD 2002 Access Cab Automatic 2.7 L 4-Cylinder Toolbox Pioneer FH-8000BT HU Blue LED Dash Lights White LED Glove Box Aries Bull Bar Tinted Windows	I Love My '02. But then again my best bud has a '05 and i like it too. But I'm gonna have to still say the 1st gens. They're the best.

04-24-2009, 10:45 PM	#7
edwinalink robo-ninja Joined: Nov 2008, #10533 Location: utah Gender: Male Posts: 611 Soma Groove Automatic Its a bicycle.	I want a 2nd gen with an 8 foot STEEL bed... that would be keen. everything else about the 1st gens bores me

04-24-2009, 11:18 PM	#8
neslerrah Who needs 4WD? Name: Harrelsen Joined: Feb 2008, #4803 Location: Tucson Age: 25 Gender: Male Posts: 6,888 5 lug BEAST! 2006 Regular Cab Manual 2.7L/I4 Secondary air filter removed, elbow mod, BFG KM2 (33x10.5R15), American Racing Mojaves, Debadged, BHLM, Dome Light MOD (Blue), Hella 500 behind recessed Satoshi Grille, Kenwood headunit, Sockmonkey 'TACOMA' Decals, Readylift 5-lug SST, Rear Shocks - Bilstein TRD, Dynomax Super Turbo #17748, DDM Slim Ballast HID Kit H4 Hi/Lo -35W 6000K in headlights, Apexcone Raptor HID Kit H3 - 35W 6000K in Hella 500s, aFe CAI #51-10762, WeatherTech Floorliner, 200W Smart AC Inverter	I have never own a 1st generation. But I love my 2nd generation Taco. __________________ Build Page \| AZT4WDA Local Tucson Fab shops MCR Fab \| KM Fab

04-25-2009, 07:03 AM	#10
Fly5465 Member Joined: Mar 2009, #14223 Location: Gilbert, Arizona Age: 53 Gender: Male Posts: 56 02 4WD TRD 2002 Xtra Cab Automatic 3.4 V6 36,000 miles	I've only had my 1st Gen for a couple months now. I was specifically looking to buy a clean 1st gen Tacoma, it took me a while to find the right one. I like the smaller size of the 1st Gen and the styling better. Seems like none of the manufacturers make a compact truck anymore (except Ranger) they have all gotten bigger, more of a mid size. Like I said, I like the smaller size. I rarely carry more than 2 people, so interior size was not that important. Fly5465 - Az

04-25-2009, 12:57 PM	#12
tacomaman06 Carolina Alliance: Lead, follow, or get the hell outta my way Name: Will Joined: May 2007, #1475 Location: York,South Carolina Age: 33 Gender: Male Posts: 27,061 04 trd tacoma 4x4 v6 double cab 2004 Double Cab Automatic 3.4 v6 a few, some scratches, some camo, some mud	i traded my 2nd gen(06 prerunner) in for an first gen(04 trd 4x4), and i like my 04 alot better than the 06 i had. i like the power of the 4.0 that was in my 06, but overall....the first gen is just better as far as im concerned. __________________ signature by piercedtiger

04-25-2009, 03:36 PM	#13
JTech Senior Member Joined: Feb 2009, #13951 Location: Phoenix, Arizona Gender: Male Posts: 123 Silver 09 Double Cab 4x4 Sr5 Off-Road 2009 Double Cab Automatic v6 Locking Bed Boxes, built in air compressor, Husky Liners(not really a mod but I love them)	I have had both a 1st gen and now a 2nd gen. The only thing I wish the 2nd gen had was a steel bed with real tie downs. I line-xed my 1st gen and loved it. I worry the composite bed isn't as forgiving as the steel. I did like the simplicity of the first gen.

04-25-2009, 03:50 PM	#14
Janster Old & Forgetful Name: Jandy Joined: Mar 2007, #1138 Location: Lancaster, PA Age: 45 Gender: Female Posts: 11,901 2007 4.0L 4x4 TRD Sport Access Cab A 2007 Access Cab Automatic 4.0L Advantage Torza top (tri-fold), Husky floor mats, RuffTuff seat covers, C2C hood struts, Homelink mirror, USA Spec PA15-Toy (120gig Classic & 8gig nano), Garmin Nuvi 660, Protecta Bed mat, Pop-n-lock, TSB Springs, Scangauge II, Heated drivers seat, Fumoto drain valve, Aries pushbar, PIAA 540 fog lights, Hood scoop grahics, Flowmaster 50 series dual catback exhaust, RainX Latitude windshield wipers, Husky rear floor liner (ontop of folded down seats). Console Vault.	Combine the two of them....and that'd be the ideal tacoma!!! The ruggedness of the 1st gen The metal bed of the 1st gen The tried & true suspension (from the factory) of the 1st gen The heavy duty tailgate of the first gen AND put it with The bigger size of the 2nd gen The Access cab doors (LOVE those things) The 2nd gen styling / looks(it's grown on me) The 4.0L engine, towing package, power outlet and all the neat added features The LSD of the 2nd gen The colors of the 2nd gen __________________ Our Homepage http://www.lieblweb.com/ My truck photo gallery http://www.lieblweb.com/cpg/thumbnails.php?album=16 I know I'm in my own little world, but it's ok, They know me here. 2007 Toyota Tacoma 2006 Acura MDX 2001 Chevy Corvette

04-25-2009, 05:54 PM	#16
THXEY Panda Jerk Name: Jacob Joined: Dec 2008, #11614 Location: San Dieg-bro Age: 22 Gender: Male Posts: 16,601 2013 Subaru WRX Automatic STi Short Shifter.OEM floor illumination kit. Rally Armor Mud Flaps. Epic Lowering springs. Invidia N1 Exhaust	2nd by far

04-25-2009, 08:08 PM	#17
devilsalmostfree Senior Member Name: Carl Joined: Sep 2008, #9374 Location: Loudon, Tn Gender: Dude Posts: 773 99 Tacoma 4X4, 5 spd, 2.7 ltr 1999 Regular Cab Manual 2.7 ltr 4 cylinder Deck plate mod, intake silencer removed, AFE Pro Dry S Air Filter, debadged! Firestone Destination A/T's, 31X10.50X15's. Dynomax super turbo muffler!	i like the 1st gens better! __________________

04-25-2009, 10:31 PM	#18
Burgman I KEEEEEL YOU Name: Stephen Joined: Apr 2009, #16072 Location: Ric VA Age: 25 Gender: Male Posts: 27,536 08 PreRunner TRD sport Silver 2008 Double Cab Automatic 4.0 V6 K&N intake, Boston Acoustic SL 60 6.5 components up front, Rockford Power T16 6.5 in rear, Pioneer P4100 HU, Soon to be Pioneer Prs 4200f	2nd gen and i just tied the votes, go me

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04-26-2009, 07:07 AM	#19
Ry1984 Senior Member Joined: Dec 2008, #11203 Location: From Texas, Now Miami FL Age: 29 Gender: Male Posts: 863 01' ExtCab SR5 2.7 4x4 2001 Xtra Cab Manual 2.7 140,000 miles K&N FIPK, Billy 5100 all around, 881's in the front, Toytec AAL	i just love that old pick up look, 1st gen all the way. __________________

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