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2012 TACOMA MEGA-THREAD

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Layzboy, Feb 1, 2011.

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  1. Sep 12, 2011 at 12:55 PM
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    Blackshirts

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    The 2011 grill was changed with a bigger emblem also.. The 2012 has a whole new front end
     
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  2. Sep 12, 2011 at 12:56 PM
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    If it looks like a 2011 and says 2011 on the sticker, you were looking at a 2011... Not sure what the confusion is? :notsure:

    The 2012 has a slightly redesigned front end and you'd be able to tell it's different from the 2011. I have not seen a 2012 yet and I saw one thread where someone ordered one and had to wait to pick it up.
     
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  3. Sep 12, 2011 at 12:56 PM
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  4. Sep 12, 2011 at 1:00 PM
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    hahah.
     
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  5. Sep 12, 2011 at 1:06 PM
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    Yeah and no smoked housing headlamps
     
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  6. Sep 12, 2011 at 1:07 PM
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    I had seen some pics of the 2012s front end and i thought it looked similar to the 2011 IMO but obviously i haven't done enough research
    FAIL on my part
     
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  7. Sep 12, 2011 at 1:50 PM
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    I say test drive them both. My friend had a sport and after driving his I definitely prefer my OR. The sport is more firm and that isn't what you want off pavement.
     
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  8. Sep 12, 2011 at 2:09 PM
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    I've owned both, and the Sport was definitely stiffer. But something to remember is with a Sport you are getting 17" (or 18" with the Sport Upgrade now), so that alone will impact the ride quality when compared to a truck with 16" wheels.

    The less sidewall, the less cushion. :thumbsup:

    Fink
     
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  9. Sep 12, 2011 at 2:14 PM
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    visit florida sometime, you could also visit somewhere without snow. why should i get 4x4 when i cant use it, except in the mud? also the reason i like the prerunner is... i only need the higher stance around here. no offense taken.
     
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  10. Sep 12, 2011 at 2:16 PM
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    Just put my order down for a '12 Super white TRD sport DC 2wd w/ short bed for $27,400 before TTL. No entune or nav.
     
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  11. Sep 12, 2011 at 2:25 PM
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    That's a good price. Congrats!

    Fink
     
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  12. Sep 12, 2011 at 2:37 PM
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    Highly unlikely. TRAC and VSC are easy to implement because they simply utilize existing ABS equipment. A-TRAC requires an electric brake bump in lieu of the standard (cheaper) vacuum booster seen in other trim levels.
     
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  13. Sep 12, 2011 at 2:38 PM
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    i agree with fink, good price congrats.
    ps: i usually dont agree with fink lol
     
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  14. Sep 12, 2011 at 2:47 PM
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    Looks like the new backup camera has the green guide lines as well. Not that it really matters, but just noticed :cool:
     
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  15. Sep 12, 2011 at 2:50 PM
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    :laugh:

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  16. Sep 12, 2011 at 2:51 PM
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    Yep! I personally don't find them necessary, but it's a nice addition.

    The larger 3.3" screen is nice, too.

    Fink
     
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    When used in conjunction with the side mirrors, never found the green lines necessary. Then again I have the Pop-N-Lock handle, which alter the camera angle slightly.
     
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  18. Sep 12, 2011 at 3:34 PM
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    I've had both as well and it was the opposite for me. My OR was much tighter than the Sport. The rear end always felt a bit spongy in the Sport.

    We'll see how my new Sport Upgrade feels when it gets here Oct. 12th!! :D
     
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  19. Sep 12, 2011 at 4:39 PM
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    I definitely plan on driving both and starting haggling when I get back from vacation.

    My brother has an 06 limited 4runner (so it has XREAS). I also drove a 10 sr5 4runner (so no XREAS). i picture the difference between sport and OR like these two differed. the sr5 literally made me sick with the soft suspension and body roll. the 06 had NONE of this. I would turn a corner and the sr5 would oscillate for 10 seconds righting itself.

    Are there any experienced test drivers here that have tried all 4 vehicles and can compare the experiences?
     
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  20. Sep 12, 2011 at 6:11 PM
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    I highly suggest overstock.com. Got me invoice pricing with no haggling whatsoever. All add-ons are at invoice pricing as well at time of purchase.
     
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