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2017 Tacoma pro headlights

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by nobo_taco, Jan 18, 2021.

  1. Jan 18, 2021 at 10:15 AM
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    nobo_taco

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    Just swapped out my factory headlights for some upgraded alpharex nova. What should I sell my pro headlights for? Got an offer for $325 but can’t seem to find any others for sale. Any insight would be greatly appreciated.
     
  2. Jan 18, 2021 at 10:19 AM
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  3. Jan 18, 2021 at 10:26 AM
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    Alpha Rex are a significant downgrade from your OEM units.

    Toyota charges $900 a side for the Pros. I wouldn’t let them go for $325.
     
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  4. Jan 18, 2021 at 10:30 AM
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    That's good info. Don't want to look like a jack asking way too much or way too little. I'll probably just hold on to them until I get more posts on here, then post on here.
     
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    Yeah, definitely hold on to them,,, aftermarket might disappoint you.
     
  6. Jan 18, 2021 at 10:39 AM
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    I purchased the alpharex nova and so far they look incredible. I find myself holding on to all the factory parts I pulled, and then watch them collect dust. Might be time I have a fire sale and get rid of all these parts to pay off all the other crap I keep buying. LOL
     
  7. Jan 18, 2021 at 10:42 AM
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    As long as you price them for what it would cost you to buy them back, you'll be fine.
     
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  8. Jan 18, 2021 at 10:46 AM
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    Just got someone offering me $500 for them. I think I'll take it and hope the karma comes back around someday.
     
  9. Jan 18, 2021 at 10:49 AM
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    Aftermarket headlights are pretty infamous around here. More style than function along with limited durability.

    I say keep them so you have a place to start over.
     
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  10. Jan 18, 2021 at 10:50 AM
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    The performance of the Alpharex units is not good. A quality halogen bulb in the OEM headlight is superior, let alone going to the OEM LED units.

    You’re making your Pro worth less when it comes time for resale without the original parts. People who are willing to pay extra for a Pro are going to want the Pro-specific parts on them. Without them, it’s just another Tacoma unfortunately. I know I’d pass on one without those parts.

    Put em on the shelf.
     
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  11. Jan 18, 2021 at 11:03 AM
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    I have zero intention of selling my truck. This one is my 4th Tacoma and second gen 3. Definitely keeping this one forever.
     
  12. Jan 18, 2021 at 11:12 AM
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    The newest design Pro led headlights run about $1200 a pair now for reference. $500 for the 2017 version with a few years of use on them is probably reasonable.
     
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  13. Jan 18, 2021 at 11:14 AM
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    Let's see a pic!
     
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  14. Jan 18, 2021 at 11:28 AM
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    Installed yesterday

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  15. Jan 18, 2021 at 12:02 PM
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    Truck looks :muscleflexing:
     
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