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To buy or not to buy???

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by sethstraw97, Nov 28, 2013.

  1. Nov 28, 2013 at 9:33 AM
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    sethstraw97

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    I need help on whether I should buy a 2002 first gen for 11K with 150K miles. It has a lift, tires, and rims already. It seems to be in good condition, but I need to check it out in person! Any information helps!

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  2. Nov 28, 2013 at 9:36 AM
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    TACORIDER

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    Any pics, seems a little bit high to me.
     
  3. Nov 28, 2013 at 9:37 AM
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    Pics?
    Check any service records.
    Look under for trail damage
    Always check fluids smell oil to see if its burnt.
    Test drive always helps.
    Just take your time and look over everything.
     
  4. Nov 28, 2013 at 9:39 AM
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    if the condition is good its not a bad deal imo. paid 10,5 for my double cab 4x4 this spring with 146k miles. only extras were brush guard, tonneau cover, and remote start. 4 door 4wd tacos are hard to come by around here so i negotiated and jumped on it pretty quick. but as stated, condition is important
     
  5. Nov 28, 2013 at 9:44 AM
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  6. Nov 28, 2013 at 9:52 AM
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    I hope this picture works

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  7. Nov 28, 2013 at 9:55 AM
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    My bad I thought it was a single cab not quad. Looks like a body lift on it but check everything else out I would pick it up.
     
  8. Nov 28, 2013 at 9:59 AM
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    Pretty sure I've seen that thing on campus before. The weird TRD sport sticker is hard to forget.
     
  9. Nov 28, 2013 at 10:01 AM
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    Thanks man! As you can see I'm new to buying cars...
     
  10. Nov 28, 2013 at 10:07 AM
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  11. Nov 28, 2013 at 5:03 PM
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