The Unappreciated Tacoma SR

Dude, I'm all about it.

I know, weird coming from a TRDPro Bro, but I'm very intrigued by the minimalist ethos.

 

I would keep it bone stock

Did I just quote myself? that's got to be some sort of breach of conduct

 

I will believe that when I see it, Toyota has been bad about info on this, some of it says its gone and some say replaced but I think the Manual SR is history. There is no 4 Cylinder Manual listed in the link below:

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/3rd-gen-tacoma-model-package-option-costs-master-list.388345/

 

THAT'S WHAT I'm talking about.

those wheels!! Seriously sweet

 

Looks great!

 

My message has no relevance to what he purchased.

 

There’s just something about that setup, with the white wheels on the white sr utility. A no nonsense, honest TRUCK. It doesn’t say base model at all, but instead a purposeful vehicle, with jobs to do.

 

I was actually surprised when the salesman told me after I bought the truck, that they only get one or two DCSB 2WD 2.7 SR's per shipment, if that. I didn't realize they were that uncommon.

 

I don't own an SR. But if the need came up for me to replace my current rig...it would probably be an SR. Possibly an SR5 if the planets aligned just right. But more than likely an SR

 

The time is coming when the SRs will rule the world

 

I don't think so.

 

It reminds me of my 01... but new. Brings a tear to my eye. It’s like when the hottest girl in the world is just chillin wearing cargo pants. Understated and perfect.


The SR has proven itself. It may not tow, but as far as 3rd gens, it seems it’s carrying that yota pickup flag of dependability on its own.

 

More SR pics from different angles and interior please.

 

Here's mine, a work in progress. 2017 SR V6 DCSB 4x4. Love that I get to build it up the way that I want it to be. No wasted money on options that were not required or desired.

Purchased for a lot of the same reasons as the OP. For me the SR is a perfect fit. It feels like a new truck but still like a truck and not like an SUV with a bed.

 

Ice cold A/C at that! Plus heated mirrors!

Love my SR

Edit: I think the basic steel wheels are awesome, I don’t plan to ever ditch them. Maybe pick up a second set for winter tires at some point.

 

My reasoning exactly!
Mine came with cruise, but I added auto-dim mirror, fog lights, and intermittent wipers. All purchased from forum members.
I wish I could have found a manual trans - these 4 bangers are short on power, but are reliable and I think they do better with a manual. IMHO. The auto- trans is working fine, though.
My only knocks are the gas mileage isn’t as good and it’s higher off the ground, than my 2012 (who recently went to Tacoma heaven).
I’m 5’ 7” and it was easier to reach into the bed.

Yours looks great with those rims. That’s the only thing left that I want to do.
Did you buy those new from the dealer?
16’s, right?

 

i like it, and i would have gotten that truck if it came with the V6 & MT. i had to get all the bells & whistles at a premium to get that combo. worth it to me but OP i really like that setup and looks great.

 

love that pig

 

Very smart. Congrats on your new truck.