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Totaled my Taco, need to vent

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Rj42, Feb 8, 2021.

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  1. Feb 8, 2021 at 3:37 PM
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    Rj42

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    So after searching for 2 years I finally upgraded my First gen tacoma and got a 50k Mile second gen.
    I loved the truck, put around $5K in upgrades making it into my overlanding/commuting dream all within a year period. Then yesterday some lady blew through a red light and totaled my precious Taco like 3 days past our 1 year anniversary.

    RIP Taco, we had some good times. :(
    https://youtu.be/niWOhVS_z7o

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  2. Feb 8, 2021 at 3:39 PM
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    BuddyS

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    Damn, that sucks. You OK?
     
    BuddyS, Feb 8, 2021
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  3. Feb 8, 2021 at 3:40 PM
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    Shmellmopwho

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    Dang dude!! That sucks. Sorry about your Tacoma but hope you’re okay and not feeling too sore from the accident.
     
    Shmellmopwho, Feb 8, 2021
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  4. Feb 8, 2021 at 3:41 PM
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    Andocalrisian

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    Brutal man. Hope you’re OK. Looked like a hell of a hit you took. That’s a tough one. Vent all you need to.
     
    Andocalrisian, Feb 8, 2021
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  5. Feb 8, 2021 at 3:42 PM
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    Gen2Tacoma

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    Bro I hope you and anyone in the truck is OK? But this sucks!
     
    Gen2Tacoma, Feb 8, 2021
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  6. Feb 8, 2021 at 3:45 PM
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    Twins09

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    Shit man......that sucks hope you're ok. Sorry about the truck.
     
    Twins09, Feb 8, 2021
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  7. Feb 8, 2021 at 3:47 PM
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    LazloCO

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    Poor Taco. I hope everyone is ok.

    But... now you have some taco shopping to do!
     
    LazloCO, Feb 8, 2021
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  8. Feb 8, 2021 at 3:48 PM
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    Travlr

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    Crap... sympathies.
     
    Travlr, Feb 8, 2021
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  9. Feb 8, 2021 at 3:48 PM
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    Steves104x4

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    BUCKLE UP! It makes it harder for Aliens to pull you out of your Truck.
    Whoa! Edit: first dibs on the passenger headlight :anonymous:
     
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  10. Feb 8, 2021 at 3:49 PM
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    Oh and quick rant, everyone should have a $50 dashcam in their vehicle. This was a he said/she said kind of case with no witnesses believe it or not so the dash cam seriously saved my ass.
     
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  11. Feb 8, 2021 at 3:51 PM
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    LazloCO

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    Oh crap. You are messed up.. some. Hope you are young, healthy and heal fast! Sometimes broken bones are actually better than other types of nerve/damage.
     
    LazloCO, Feb 8, 2021
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    No money, all went to truck...
    Condolences!
     
    forana, Feb 8, 2021
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  13. Feb 8, 2021 at 3:52 PM
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    hack4875

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    Damn, bro. That sucks. Thank goodness for your dash cam, in case she tried to say you ran the red.
    Best of luck with your recovery.
     
    hack4875, Feb 8, 2021
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    Rest up and make sure you’re all checked out. :fingerscrossed: That video will come in handy soon.
     
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    I’m sorry man that is rough. Word of advice is lawyer up ASAP. Especially if they tried saying they did nothing wrong to begin with
     
    Banggerr, Feb 8, 2021
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    Wow. That was an impact. Glad you have the opportunity to tell us about it.
     
    ColoradoTJ, Feb 8, 2021
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    Yes that dash cam can back up your story. Glad you are all right.

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    Sideways1, Feb 8, 2021
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    glad you are okay!! Any chance the tailgate is in good condition and youd want to sell it?
     
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    Sorry to hear about your truck and hope the doc's visit goes well.
    That's messed up she tried to put it on you! Glad you had the dash cam. I have one in my Tacoma should something occur.
     
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  20. Feb 8, 2021 at 3:58 PM
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    Taco_Coma That's a lovely accent you have. New Jersey?

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    How the hell were there no witnesses? It looked like the dude in the fatigues that was stopped at the light got out of his car at the light to check on you.
     
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