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Buying a used Toyota... HELP!

Discussion in 'New Members' started by TXGirl11, Jan 10, 2020.

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  1. Jan 10, 2020 at 1:16 PM
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    TXGirl11

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    I'm looking at a 2013 Taco double cab with 178k miles, 4x4, everything in it but leather seats... Do you think thats a good investment? I know Toyota trucks last forever, but is 178K too many miles?? I'm hopefully only going to spend $14-16k on it... I don't know, I need some advice any and all is welcome, but no trolls please =)

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    TXGirl11, Jan 10, 2020
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  2. Jan 10, 2020 at 1:20 PM
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    THX!
     
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  3. Jan 10, 2020 at 1:25 PM
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    have you seen it yourself?

    It spent some time in ohio.
     
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  4. Jan 10, 2020 at 1:27 PM
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    Stuff, things, this, an ADS
    Check that frame out really good and post some pics on here
     
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  5. Jan 10, 2020 at 1:30 PM
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    rnish

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    Not a terrible price if its 14K. As always have the frame checked for rust.
     
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  6. Jan 10, 2020 at 1:33 PM
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    Welcome to TW! As far as miles, I just bought a 2000 w/155k, I expect to put at least another 150k on it. I would have a mechanic look at it, and run a carfax to check the history. Best of luck!
     
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  7. Jan 10, 2020 at 1:35 PM
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    Stock. EZ pass.Dump pass.Inspection sticker.Convict printed lic.plates.FG cap.
    Sounds good to me. Check for frame rust. Look for Timing belt replacement sticker under hood. If not it was due at 100,000 mi.
     
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  8. Jan 10, 2020 at 1:52 PM
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    Welcome to the forum April :cheers:
    Can you send us a link on it ?
    Peeps here will let you know if it’s worth it.
     
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  9. Jan 10, 2020 at 1:55 PM
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    Welcome to TW...As long as it’s be maintained well it should still have a lot of miles left.
     
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  10. Jan 10, 2020 at 2:10 PM
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    CarFax looks good. Basic oil changes it seems.
    As stated above check the frame.
    There’s another member on the forum that just purchased one from a Toyota dealership and the frame is toast.
     
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  11. Jan 10, 2020 at 2:17 PM
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  12. Jan 10, 2020 at 2:19 PM
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    It’s one owner certified on carfax... I haven’t checked it yet. I need to do that... I got the vehicle off true car and I’m sure if there was frame damage it would have been reported...
     
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  13. Jan 10, 2020 at 2:20 PM
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    V6s have a timing chain, no replacement necessary at 100k
     
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  14. Jan 10, 2020 at 2:21 PM
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    This is her...

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  15. Jan 10, 2020 at 2:36 PM
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    Stuff, things, this, an ADS
    The inside looks nice but no pics of frame and under carriage makes me want to pass until I see them
     
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  16. Jan 10, 2020 at 2:43 PM
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    Looks clean 1 owner has all the basic oil change records which is good. Id have a mechanic look at it also just at 178k miles some major services should be around the corner if it was never done like water pump, serpentine belt, etc. Can factor that in with sale price. Good luck!
     
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  17. Jan 10, 2020 at 2:51 PM
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    BUCKLE UP! It makes it harder for Aliens to pull you out of your Truck.
    Frame rust, wheel bearings, brakes and cables, driveshaft u joints and center bearing, timing belt, tires, alternator belt and tune up. If the frame is good figure 3k to “fix” it (if you have to) and good luck I hope it works out for you!
     
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  18. Jan 10, 2020 at 2:53 PM
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    I want to say you can find a way better deal! But I'm cheap!
     
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  19. Jan 10, 2020 at 2:58 PM
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    Welcome to TacomaWorld!
     
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  20. Jan 10, 2020 at 3:00 PM
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    Taco_Coma That's a lovely accent you have. New Jersey?

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    you can def find a better deal 178k is a lot of miles and so is 14k for it
     
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