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Is this a good buy.........or nahhh?

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Colt562, Jan 21, 2016.

  1. Jan 21, 2016 at 8:44 AM
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    Colt562

    Colt562 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Looking for a daily driver for work and commutting that's about it.

    http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/5382606575.html

    Guy said the transmission was replaced last year but other than that no major fixes. He did say it would need new shocks pretty soon. He sent me a video of it and it looks really clean. Ill see if I can post the video in here.
     
  2. Jan 21, 2016 at 8:49 AM
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    Burnett

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    How many miles?
     
  3. Jan 21, 2016 at 8:55 AM
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    Colt562

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    200,000

    He is the OG owner and says everything is up to date. I havnt checked the carfax yet. want to see it in person first.
     
  4. Jan 21, 2016 at 8:59 AM
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    Burnett

    Burnett Well-Known Member

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    Since you've got a 4x4 that would be a great commuter, those little 2wd trucks run forever. Keep in mind they don't hold their value like the 4wd Tacoma's. Price is right if the miles aren't too high and good upkeep
     
  5. Jan 21, 2016 at 9:01 AM
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    Burnett

    Burnett Well-Known Member

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    Price is decent for 200k. Probably a fair buy check kbb etc. Also look up Tacoma's with same miles and compare
     
  6. Jan 21, 2016 at 9:12 AM
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    Colt562

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    Ive compared it with trucks around my area and it seems like a fair buy. Im going to upload the video now.
     
  7. Jan 21, 2016 at 9:15 AM
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    FirstGen Jer

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    Looks like a clean well kept truck. If the maintenance is up to date, I'd say that is a good deal. FYI the add says 220,000 miles.
     
  8. Jan 21, 2016 at 1:06 PM
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    Roadeater

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    I would askhim for proof about the transmission. Receipt maybe
     
  9. Jan 21, 2016 at 2:09 PM
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    Colt562

    Colt562 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Good idea!

    I think he said he has recipts for everything up to when the truck was brought brand new.
     

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