We gave our 16 year old his first Taco tonight

I started the work in a Pinto. On the way to the hospital, my parents stopped off at a friend’s house to drop off my siblings and right there in the passenger seat, my father delivered me. Pinto to Tacoma for me as of now

 

That’s awesome for him! The way the used market is I think it’s a smart move. They got 07 civics with over 100k for 10grand here. It ain’t like when I was a kid you could find a cheap S10 all day long. Plus, it’ll be reliable which is what you want. People are quick to tell others what to do with their money and property. Do what you want and to hell with them.

 

Totally agree. Way better resale value down the road

 

The title of this thread misled me.
I was expecting to see a pic of your kid walking into a brothel giving you a thumbs up with a huge grin on his face.
He's still smiling though, good for him.

 

Lol

 

It’s the internet. People will give their opinions and thoughts without a care because they can. Lol I’m sure the kid is ecstatic. I got to drive an 05 Colorado through high school. Worked well for throwing the hockey bags in the back for my brother and I.

Plenty of people on this forum who don’t have a Tacoma anymore. Tons of info in here for when he or you want to tinker on it.

 

Maybe this taco wil lead to another first taco. Giggity.

 

My first vehicle back in 1983 was a 73 Datsun pickup. I learned how to drive a manual with that old points and carburetor mobil…

I’ll take the intake cover when part-out day arrives…

 

as long as you, he and your insurance agent are all happy is all that counts

 

its hard to justify the price for used when new can be had for a few k more and if financing a better rate.

 

Don't sweat it. A 16-year-old in a brand-new Tacoma will be a beater before you know it.

 

that or totaled.

 

My first “car.” An 83 hand me down back in 1994.

 

Ha! My first car had to have a wood board under the driver's feet or they got wet in the rain, and it would occasionally shift from drive to neutral on its own.

 

That boy looks happy. Merry Christmas!

 

This post contrasts my upbringing and world view. It makes me angry to no end and I will complain about it here.

 

Ahem, the title of this thread maybe... the key word there is GAVE.

 

Buncha boomers in here

 

lol… this thread encapsulates everything that’s wrong with the world since the advent of the internet and social media.

Congrats to your son on getting his license and his first wheels!

Merry Christmas to all!

 

Agree 100% with everything in this reply @SunRunner!

Live and let live folks...and watch your own bobbers! Happy and healthy holiday wishes to all!