Recent MINI Convert!

Hello Tacoma World!

I recently converted from a MINI Cooper Countryman S All 4. It was a cool car, but anyone who has owned a MINI knows there are ENDLESS issues. My step-dad offered to swap me his truck for a small price while we get rid of the MINI.

What I have here is the 2011 Tacoma TRD Sport, double cab short bed (favorite combo). So far all that has been done to it is the wheel swap, and I plasti-dipped the front badge. My step-dad put the DuraTracs on. I actually got the wheels dismounted, mounted, and balanced for $85 out the door!

For those who are curious, the wheels are the Black Rhino Sidewinders 17"x9" +12 offset. It took me forever to find wheels that I liked, and I am EXTREMELY satisfied with the look. They actually added some width to the truck, with about an inch of overhang on the wheel well.

I have some plans for the truck, but not the cash! I'm relatively inexperienced with cars, but I can do basic stuff like brakes, spark plugs, bearings, struts. Hoping to do most of the things on the truck myself! Some of the things I plan getting:
- Anzo Headlights
- Smoked Fog Lights
- Light Bar(s?)
- Aftermarket Touch Screen Console
- K&N CAI
- TRD Catback Exhaust
- Sidestep/ Sliders
- Steel Bumpers
- Seat Heaters
- Bed Lights
- Roof Rack System
- ARB Locking Differential

That's all I have thought of for now. I would like to eventually take this offroading/camping. If you guys have any comments, advice, or questions, let me know!

 

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