TW Scaring Me Out of Pulling Trigger on a Tacoma

Brakes are fine. I didn't see a problem with them. Push the pedal and the truck stops.

 

+1 This is exactly what I was saying.

 

HOLY SHIT! Haha. That’s awesome!
I think that’s a spot where I made my GF get out and take a picture. Haha!

 

Yes

Well aren’t you pleasant.

 

Pot calling the tea kettle black.

This guy is worried about reliability issues. Yet you recommend him a used Truck that is probably out of warranty. Additionally, let’s not go in to the issues that 2nd gen owners have had.

Would take a fairly new platform over an aging platform dating back to 2004 in 2018. Not in just reliability, but safety as well.

 

My only regret is not getting the long bed. I had no idea how many things I needed to haul that were just barely too long to fit in the 5 foot bed but would have fit in the 6.

 

Lower the tailgate.

 

I do, but then I have to ratchet strap or tie it down. It would have just been easier to have the 6 foot.

 

My post actually was very pleasant. I suggested a good option, to help in a positive manner. From what I’ve seen there are many issues with 3rd gens and the OP seems well aware of it. Thank you for your opinion.

 

Just a quick search resulted in:

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/2015-tacoma-transmission-problems.536521/
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/2012-tacoma-trd-sport-start-problem.468371/
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/2nd-gen-instrument-cluster-issues.447779/
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/2nd-gen-rust-problem.249591/
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/debating-buying-new-truck-rust-issues-on-2nd-gen-models.527412/
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/2nd-gen-problems.147021/
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/more-problems-1st-or-2nd-gen.75021/
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/looking-for-a-2nd-gen-tacoma-most-common-problems.477449/

Better option? Being aware of the problems for a truck you don't own, but turn a blind eye for issues on a truck you do own.

 

I don’t have a 2nd gen, sweetheart. You done?

 

Never said you did sweety. Let me help you out:

"Being aware of the problems for a truck you don't own, but turn a blind eye for issues on a truck you do own."

 

I can't think of a perfect vehicle but the Toyota FJ was damn near close.

I have owned four (Still have 2) and put gas, water, air, oil and grease into them. No major repairs, great community for DIY.

I got the Taco because I wanted an AT after driving MT for so long. I only hope it holds up as good, but wish the OP good luck in finding a perfect vehicle.

When asked about my truck, I tell them to take an extended test drive:

• Make sure the fit and seating position is comfortable.
• Make sure you are ok with shitty Entune.
• Pay attention to performance of engine.

Vaya con dios after that!

 

You’re not very good at this.

When did I do that?