Shopping for a 2012 DC

Guys,

I am looking to get barebone V6 PreRunner DC (probably short bed). From truecar.com, If I want the towing package, its like an extra $1145.


Is it worth it for me to just get non towing and buy aftermarket? Looking to tow two jet skis.
tntrac

 

i'd probably say get the towing package. For me it would be the convenience of having it it OEM. I think resale value would hold more than aftermarket towing stuff added. But I dont know. I only a tow a small utility trailer in parades or my rider mower. Fairly light stuff, ya know

 

The tow package includes more than just the hitch receiver. It also has an engine oil cooler, a larger battery, larger alternator, and transmission cooler (if you get the auto transmission).

 

I am aware of that. Dealer told me the tacoma rarely comes barebone. The SR5 plus the tow package is the lowest I can get. Is that correct?

Tango,

Any reason you went with a short bed (based on the picture)? I like your color choice.

 

i'd go w/ the toyota tow package (TOW) - it's like a $650 add on...

that's what i did, but then again, in my AO, prerunner sports could only be found w/ TOW...

 

@tractng, i got the short bed since this truck had everything i wanted on it and it was in local dealer stock. short / long its all the same me as i dint do much "pick-up'ing"