Can I get some advice on purchasing my first Tacoma?

Buy from a dealer that provides a lifetime power train warranty if you can. One of my Camry's just had the timing cover resealed, balance shaft assembly replaced, and soon it will get a new VVTi gear because of the common 2AR-FE "death rattle."

My point is unexpected issues occur and having a reputable power train warranty is worth it especially if you don't have to pay for it. On the Camry I do most the service myself and I maintain diligent records. So far I have had zero issues with a dealer honoring warranty work.

 

Its gonna be expensive. Ive heard that other brands will let you negotiate a little price. Toyota doesnt really do that. Just dont pay some stupid markup.

 

warranties.

oh, you paid for the work. just up front.

 

The truck looks pretty clean to me. There’s plenty of TW threads where guys take off their expensive “mods” before trading in their otherwise good trucks because dealers don’t pay for mods, or even depreciate the mods.
-in fact, tell the dealer you love everything about the truck but the snorkel and the roof rack plugs, counter their asking price with a 31k offer.

Drive the truck, does it drive true and straight. If it feels right then it probably is.
Double check the painted surfaces for abuse and paint consistency.

Things to question the dealer:
-Warranty (if so, is it equivalent to a Certified Gold or Silver Toyota used car warranty.
-original owners manual (you'll need codes and keys)
-spare jack there? is the spare tire locked? If so you’ll need the key, not easy to replace
-wheel lock key

 

With 63K miles, and for $34,500, can buy brand new. Continue looking around, you at Nissan dealership, never know they might try “bait and switch.” Brand new Frontier 4x4 probraly over $34,500, sales hoping you buy them.

 

As others have said, I'd walk from this one, but I am very weary of modded used cars. For 34k with 60+k miles, I would SERIOUSLY look new. Example, the new Pro4x for 41k on the lot