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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by baseballfan5566, Nov 14, 2011.

  1. Nov 14, 2011 at 10:14 PM
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    baseballfan5566

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    Hey guys, I found a 08 tacoma 4x4, double cab, trd off road, with icon coil overs and 33in bfg all terrains. I found it on ebay..It has under 80k miles, body isn't in perfect condition, some scratches..ect. Clean title. I think I can get it for 17k. Is that not a deal of the century?
    Thanks for the input
     
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  2. Nov 14, 2011 at 10:18 PM
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    ToyComa92

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    an 08 for 17k id be suspicious... Highly. With Icons... Dude if its legit, BUY THAT SHIT NOW.
     
  3. Nov 14, 2011 at 10:22 PM
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    yeah thats what i figured. could be too good to be true..
     
  4. Nov 14, 2011 at 10:23 PM
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    the thing is, normally scammers don't post flaws. He said that there are some scratches, and the front bumper is a little lose on one side. It could just be a good deal
     
  5. Nov 14, 2011 at 10:23 PM
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  6. Nov 14, 2011 at 10:25 PM
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    I would assume something like the title isnt as "Clean" as its stated. Or it could have some major engine-tranny problems. Or it could be a BS post all together. But like i said man, I paid almost 19 with new tires for my 06 with 110K So an 08 with 80... for 17k With 2000 dollar coil overs... It sounds WAY to good to be true.
     
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    It has a clean title, so no
     
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    Ok, yeah If I decided to buy I will be taking it to a mechanic, double checking the carfax, ect ect..thanks
     
  9. Nov 14, 2011 at 10:27 PM
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    go check it out, just bring back up if shit goes down, and don't bring money.
     
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  11. Nov 14, 2011 at 10:29 PM
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    Yah man, Go look at it, Really drive it, open the hood smell the oil. Dont be afraid to kick the tires. Seriously man If you get such a truck for such a deal. Im gun' be a little pissed! haha good luck dude
     
  13. Nov 15, 2011 at 6:16 AM
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    sounds like a pretty awesome deal, assuming legit, if you buy it, i'm sure we'd all love to see it
     
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    sub'd for pictures and outcome. good luck OP.
     
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    a 08 TRD DC 4x4 would go $24-28k near me, so i say buyer beware
     
  17. Nov 15, 2011 at 8:55 AM
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    He says he is he is the 2nd owner, used synthetic oil every 4-6k miles. The lift and upper control arms/AAL were all put on professionally 15k miles ago. Not going to put the link up right now haha
     
  18. Nov 15, 2011 at 9:05 AM
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    is it in your area, Can you go and look at it in person? I think that will save you a great amount of time determining if you should purchase this vehicle.
     
  19. Nov 15, 2011 at 9:14 AM
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    It is a few hours north of me..which makes me a little weary. But if I can get it for so cheap and say it needs a 1000 dollar part that I cant tell while looking at it, it would still be worth it.
     
  20. Nov 15, 2011 at 9:20 AM
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    If it needs a $ 1000 part walk away. It would already be fixed and charged what it is really worth.
     

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