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Need advice - purchasing a Tacoma

Discussion in 'New Members' started by FakeDistress703, Mar 1, 2022.

  1. Mar 1, 2022 at 5:51 AM
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    FakeDistress703

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    Hi,

    Thank you for reading this. I am new to this forum, and I have never bought a tacoma. I am in the market for a 2016+ Double Cab, short bed, 4WD Taco, and I have a limited budget. I know the car market is on fire right now and it is not the ideal time to buy a tacoma, but I thought I would post here for advice. All the tacos in my budget are over 100,000 Miles. A couple questions:

    Is the taco reliable? Like reliable to the point where I dont have to worry about daily driving an engine with over 100K miles? Is there a certain engine that lasts longer?

    I live near a big city and I commute there daily, does the 2016+ Tacomas have blind spot?

    How does it drive? I have not driven a pickup before and ive heard mixed things about the driving of the truck. Any advice on how it drives or what to look for when buying a tacoma>

    Thank you.
     
    FakeDistress703, Mar 1, 2022
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  2. Mar 1, 2022 at 5:52 AM
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    six5crèéd

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    six5crèéd Be the light

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    Go test drive one.
     
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  3. Mar 1, 2022 at 9:46 AM
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  4. Mar 1, 2022 at 9:49 AM
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    running for the hills
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    I'd buy brand new! The used market is insane!
     
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    its ridiculous, I might end up buying new. thank you!
     
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