Life long Honda guy looking to make the jump to a new Tacoma

GSDLVR123 · Jul 3, 2020

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Hey guys! New to the forum. As the title states, have been a Honda guy my whole life. Owned everything from Preludes, Integras, Accords, CR-V, Odyssey (the wife), and currently my wife’s old 2013 Pilot. Its a great SUV, only has 67k easy miles on it, and I really planned on running it to the ground. But as a homeowner and outdoorsman, always wanted the convenience of owning a pickup truck. I don’t need (or really want) a full size pickup. There are a bunch of domestic options for small trucks, but of course I’m partial to Japanese manufacturers, and like the reputation of Toyota’s reliability.

In comes the Tacoma. My plan is to buy one new, and hopefully hold onto it for awhile. I see old Tacomas on the road all the time, and truly hope to keep mine for a long time! Is it realistic to expect 200K+ miles and/or 20+ years on the newer ones, with regular maintenance? I won’t be doing any off-roading (the occasional gravel road at best), minor loads (Home Depot runs, mulch, etc).

I love the look of the TRD Sport, and will most likely put a leveling kit and rear block to put some bigger tires on it. Looking forward to making the plunge and learning more from this forum!
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Welcome - It's a great little truck! Enjoy and be safe.

Grossomotto · Jul 3, 2020

My brother has a Honda crv. He borrows my truck a lot.

Vtecluder617[OP] initial post: ↑

Hey guys! New to the forum. As the title states, have been a Honda guy my whole life. Owned everything from Preludes, Integras, Accords, CR-V, Odyssey (the wife), and currently my wife’s old 2013 Pilot. Its a great SUV, only has 67k easy miles on it, and I really planned on running it to the ground. But as a homeowner and outdoorsman, always wanted the convenience of owning a pickup truck. I don’t need (or really want) a full size pickup. There are a bunch of domestic options for small trucks, but of course I’m partial to Japanese manufacturers, and like the reputation of Toyota’s reliability.

In comes the Tacoma. My plan is to buy one new, and hopefully hold onto it for awhile. I see old Tacomas on the road all the time, and truly hope to keep mine for a long time! Is it realistic to expect 200K+ miles and/or 20+ years on the newer ones, with regular maintenance? I won’t be doing any off-roading (the occasional gravel road at best), minor loads (Home Depot runs, mulch, etc).

I love the look of the TRD Sport, and will most likely put a leveling kit and rear block to put some bigger tires on it. Looking forward to making the plunge and learning more from this forum!
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ishootaround · Jul 3, 2020

Vtecluder617[OP] initial post: ↑

Hey guys! New to the forum. As the title states, have been a Honda guy my whole life. Owned everything from Preludes, Integras, Accords, CR-V, Odyssey (the wife), and currently my wife’s old 2013 Pilot. Its a great SUV, only has 67k easy miles on it, and I really planned on running it to the ground. But as a homeowner and outdoorsman, always wanted the convenience of owning a pickup truck. I don’t need (or really want) a full size pickup. There are a bunch of domestic options for small trucks, but of course I’m partial to Japanese manufacturers, and like the reputation of Toyota’s reliability.

In comes the Tacoma. My plan is to buy one new, and hopefully hold onto it for awhile. I see old Tacomas on the road all the time, and truly hope to keep mine for a long time! Is it realistic to expect 200K+ miles and/or 20+ years on the newer ones, with regular maintenance? I won’t be doing any off-roading (the occasional gravel road at best), minor loads (Home Depot runs, mulch, etc).

I love the look of the TRD Sport, and will most likely put a leveling kit and rear block to put some bigger tires on it. Looking forward to making the plunge and learning more from this forum!
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Welcome! I was in the same boat as you: we wanted something to haul Home Depot projects, as well camping and snowboarding trips. I got the taco in addition to my 2010 civic si, and it's been great. And if you are eventually able to find one in MT, I would absolutely go for it. I will say I have had more requests to help people move stuff more than I anticipated though after getting it tho... haha.

RushT · Jul 3, 2020

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Element ftw! Ive had 2
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Hah! I damn near tried to talk my wife into the new passport. That would be an awesome daily.

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