Help inspecting a tacoma

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Welcome to the site!!

 

Is this on a lot or a private sale, how many mile and what are they asking for it?

 

ya. check for all factory stickers, vin plates, etc. paint rippling (if was in accident and painted over). ask if anything had been changed/altered and then returned to stock. fluid levels/leaks. u can also ask to take it to a toyota dealer and they should give u a free inspection (if its not already at one)

 

Well..... are you familiar with vehicle maintenance & such?

My husband and I will always open the hood and inspect all the fluids.
Brake fluid, steering fluid, engine oil, anti-freeze, clutch fluid, etc. Look for level, color, smell..... etc. Look at entire engine bay for signs of leaks.

Look underneath at all the drivetrain components, look for leaks, signs of wear/abuse, etc.

Take it for a spin and test out EVERYTHING 4WD, 4lo, etc.

Get a carfax report.
Compare prices online - so you don't get ripped off.

NEVER, and I mean NEVER give them exactly what they want. Always bargin for something.... bargain for a better price (while offering reasons why). Bargain to have something fixed that you're not happy with. Bargain to have certain maintenance items completed. Baragain to get an accessory put on, etc.

Did I mention, NEVER give them asking price?

 

That sucks but you did the right thing by walking. Also, keep in mind no second gens have bed liner (well, if someone did I dunno why). It's a composite bed, no metal under it...

Welcome to TW and GL on the search!

 

too bad

Good luck on the search.