Upgrade?

first gen owner tried and true. But got a chance to buy a 2015 at a real good price is there anything that I need to really check. Not used to having something this new. Heard horror stories about the new ones. This truck only has 65k on it.

 

http://www.empire-tnt.com/Company/News/21_Tips_for_Buying_Used_Trucks/
That should help you out

 

I'm sure there are exceptions, but 2015 was a good year. I've had 3 second Gens, and all were good.
Really depends on how it was treated.

 

Are you in a position to where you can keep the 1st gen and buy the 2015?

 

You really should try to keep the first gen unless it is a wreck. You will most likely regret it later. We see a lot of that here on the forums. I have 260K on mine and plan on keeping it as long as I can drive a 5 speed.

 

Make sure to check the frame for rust!

 

I would buy it in a heartbeat if were you, especially if you feel it’s a good price. But first, being that it’s out of warranty you should try to find out as much as possible about the service history and then get a good look underneath. Personally, I would take it to my trusted mechanic for an inspection. My guy does that for free if you’re a loyal customer, it’s great to have a relationship like that.

 

That would be the first thing I would do on any Toyota truck frame, 4Runners included. if I were buying a brand new truck I would be coating it with fluid film right away. Unless I lived in the desert or California. (Could not pay me to live in California)

 

I left CA last year and haven't looked back

 

could but would like to sell my first gen.

 

If you don't have to, buy the other one and drive it for a little while. If you like it, then sell the other one. You may find yourself wanting to keep them both.

 

Smart move!

 

Sounds like you found a good un. Bought mine new and only have 61k on it. In Georgia we don't have that rust problem. I like having the last year of the 2G's. Keep them both. I had a 94 Yota and sold it and wish I still had it.