New guy with a question.

I'm currently looking at 2 Tacomas.

1996 140k V6 4x4
2001 196k TRD

I'm wondering how many miles I can expect to get out of these. I hear how bulletproof these Toyota engines are. I've never owned a truck, so I'm not quite sure what to look for when deciding on one. Any information would be helpful.

 

Welcome to TW! I had a 2001 V6 2x4, and it had 265xxx. It was still going strong and had no major issues, besides replacing the starter. Good luck with your purchase!

 

It's really cool for Tacoma's to have the bullet proof reputation, but if it wasn't maintained properly you can throw that saying out the window.

Look for the ones with service reports, maintenance records, etc.

 

is the 2001 a TRD Off Road 4x4? If so I would go with that one....

 

Welcome to TW from Sparks, NV
This is my 4th baby Toy and first 4x4 and first Tacoma
'77 PreTaco 372K miles
'84 PreTaco 290K miles
'95 PreTaco 145K miles
2011 Tacoma AC 4x4 2.3K miles
Still have the '95 so I don't have to haul firewood in the new one.
All 4 cyl manuals.

 

Well, the 96 got sold real quick. It was maybe in the lot for 2 days. I didn't really like the color scheme of it anyways, maroon with the graphics on the side.

There are a couple TRDs now that I'm considering. I defiantly want a V6. I've been driving 4 cyl all my life except for our maxima, but that 's the wife's.

Thanks for the feedback and the warm welcome.

 

Well I got a the Tacoma I wanted. I bought it from Yachtsmith that has some post on on this site. Awesome Toyota.

 

I've got a 04 with 186k miles. It's still running, but not very strong...