What are you paying for 2020 Tacomas?

To put my search in prospective, there are two 2019 Tacoma Pro's in my area, one is black and the other is the one I got the quote on. Currently the difference in offers are a long way apart (I haven't hit the opposing dealer with the offer on the white one yet). I have actually driven both the 2019 Tacoma's in the Pro and Off Road version and have driven several of the 2020 Tacoma's. If you are wondering how much I care about the "technology packages" I currently drive a 1998 Chev Silverado Z71 with 233,000 miles on it and I have to physically put the key in the door lock to get into it, so the difference in a 7 inch and 8 inch screen isn't as important to me as getting a good deal. The quote I received was for $43,445 for a brand new 2019 Tacoma Pro. That does include the dealership document fees and required Gov. fee (all of $3). It does NOT include taxes, title, license fees from the state. It also doesn't include any trade or down payment amounts. So that is before any of those fees just to help clear up any confusion. I made a counter offer to exclude somethings and I am waiting to hear back on that counter offer.

All that being said I love this site and have read it for over a year without joining. I love it for this right here which is different perspectives on purchasing deals on Tacomas.

 

Does the black one have the snorkel or as we lovingly call it the dorkel? I'm a sucker for a murdered out Pro, if you can get them to beat the white one, Id say there's the deal. I know those 5.3L are pretty solid, hows the rest of the truck at 233k? Had a brief stint with one (4 months in a 2014, wasnt really for me).

 

Yes it has the dorkel too, but I HATE trying to keep black clean and trying to keep it from showing scratches (my chevy is burgundy and shows scratches and swirl marks). Now if they come down equal in price I will have to do a little sole searching lol.

 

Ceramic coatings now make dark colors 100 times more maintainable and manageable, if you wash properly you'll never see swirls or light scratches again and will only take running the hose over it to keep it clean more often than not.

 

My 1998 Chevy actually has the 5.7L or aka the vortec 350 in it. Replace the transmission at 202,000 miles and the front transfer case seals at 230,000. Minor issues other than that it's whole life and did most repair myself. Biggest issue currently is I need to replace the timing chain, and it needs the valves and heads reworked along with replacing the spider fuel assembly. Honestly it has been an awesome truck, but we just don't want to keep putting big money items in it at this point and we don't need three vehicles. Would rather take the money for those repairs and use it for a down payment on a new Tacoma.....and thus why I am posting here.

 

Sounds like its time to join the taco mafia.

 

So the short story is my girlfriend is super mad that I got a truck. I didn't tell her. I was just going to drive it home and let her see me driving it up.

Guess I should've told her lol.

I mean she knew I was getting something just not when I guess so I don't see why she's so upset.

 

Girlfriend, not wife or fiancee? So whats the problem, lol, you got a great deal. Can you afford it? Then don't fret. I once had my ex try to pull that shit with a new MX bike I bought and she saw in the garage, tried lecturing me about wanting to be with a guy who didnt waste money on silly toys, silly girl.

 

Haha I am in the same boat. Fiancé though. I want a Tacoma now but she wants to wait until end of year. I’ve been trying to find a Calvary blue one because she loves that color and I feel like if I find one for a good price she will let me get it now.

 

Haha. She said it would've been worse if I drove up in the truck so I guess it's a good thing she accidentally found out. lol

We've talked about marriage but not engaged or anything.

 

lol....its definitely not far from the price for what i paid for my 2020 PRO. But like you said, tech doesn't matter to you. But its one of those things that once you get the feel for it or you get immersed to, you kinda question yourself” why didn't i get that”. Saving money is definitely number 1 priority especially during these times!.. i had a 2000 nissan frontier that had 233k miles.. they offered me $500 for a trade. Lol.. i kept it and sold it online and got $3k for it. Dealers low ball you on trade in from my experience.

i would still get a TRd PRO just cause resale is solid

 

Pulled the trigger on a Cement Off Road DCSB w/ Premium Package, LEDs, Advanced Tech, Predator Tube Steps, Power Tailgate, Blackout. Went through Costco Auto, they did dealer trade which will be here tomorrow, and traded in my old Mazda. They gave me KBB value for my Mazda3 (16,000) which pays off my current loan for it. Trade value was the biggest selling point for me as that Mazda was losing value quick so I was just looking to break even with the loan payoff.

MSRP: $46,096
Savings: $4,582
Rebate: $1,750
Final Costco price: $39,763 before TTL (13.7% off MSRP with rebate)
Final price after TTL: $42,049

I know I could have probably aimed for around 15% off MSRP but they valued my trade at a reasonable price which was a struggle with other dealers and the Costco Auto program is pretty nice. I'll most likely be doing financing through my credit union for 2.9% on 72 months. How'd I do?

Also, need help... any tips or things you guys recommend I add when I go through financing?

 

I say you did really good, 15% are the outliers, anything about 10% and you got a good deal (though I know everyone likes to compete on here, lol). Especially w/ a trade, I know guys are getting some sh*tty trade in numbers right now, cause just like new prices are going down used are tanking too.

 

Yeah I'm just happy to get into a loaded Tacoma, have a truck, and have something that holds it's resell value. My Mazda was dropping quick. So breaking even on my loan payoff was huge. Any tips when going through financing Tomorrow? I know they're going to try to sell me alot more...

 

Decline everything except GAP if you think its worth it depending on the price they offer shouldn't be more than $500 and your situation (rolling over negative equity, financing the full amount, etc.). As you know the finance guy is gonna push his financing on you because based on your credit score he'll get a percentage to work with and makes money if you agree to a higher percent or his bank. If your CU offered you 2.9% @72 (which is below prime right now, so great) then I would tell him he has to beat it. Do not buy the bullshit extra service care packages, they are garbage and pure profit for the dealer. The warranty I would wait for 2 reasons, one they have a base price and can then charge whatever they want so it may only cost them $1050 for that warranty but will offer it to you for $2.8k, contrary to what they tell you you have up and until the 3 yr / 36k is up to purchase one and can buy from any Toyota dealer, Troy at Factory Direct sells them close to dealer cost, so I'd also pass on that. Keep a close eye on the fees and don't buy an sealant or paint or scratch bullshit either, always cheaper and better to let an actual professional detailer do that or body shop, etc. Imho, the finance part is the worst part, just you and the dude trying everything to get something out of you.

 

When I was negotiating with the salesman on my truck, he and the finance manager called to answer some questions I had about the process since I was out of state. We had already agreed on price at this point. They asked if I was financing and I told them I could get 2.95% for 72 months at our credit union. I told them I didn’t mind financing with them if they could beat that rate for the same term. They came back with 2.79%.

Let them know you have a good rate already, if you’re okay with financing through them, and they may be able to get the rate a little lower to get you to finance with one of their lenders.

I passed on the extended warranty and prepaid maintenance stuff, as well as GAP coverage. We have GAP coverage through our insurance and it costs a lot less than what the dealer offers. Might not hurt to check that out to see if you can get better GAP coverage through your own insurance.

 

Agree,d but as far as GAP just read into your GAP w/insurance vs. finance institution, for instance TFS will pay off the entire loan. USAA's GAP is not the entire loan but a percentage, like 20% over whatever the current value is and like an extra $4-5 a month, I didnt finance buy paid for the TFS GAP and it was $400 I believe, less than $500 for sure, would have to look at my paperwork.

 

Pulled the trigger on a Cement, Off-Road Double Cab Long Bed over the weekend.
Came with Tech, Weather Mats, Predator Steps, Blackout Package + Tailgate.
Been wanting to join the gang for awhile and couldn't pass up the 0% getting offered right now. On top of that asked to see the invoice and they were selling it at invoice cost. That combined with them not trying to low-ball me (too badly) me on my trade in made me pull the trigger.

$38,251 Before TTL
$500 Rebate
$42,212 OTD

 

Picking up my cashiers check on Friday from my bank 43691.15 2020 TRD OR Fully Fully Loaded. Put down 9,250.00. total price to OWN 2020 no option spared TRD OR 52,941.15. To own MY truck, too much, nah it's mine no interest, no fees, 7yr 100,000 mile warrenty....Hmmm It's mine

 

Speak english my friend and is that Canada? $53k for even a loaded OR is WAYYYY to much states wise.