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Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by remgu2000, Jul 25, 2017.

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  1. Jul 25, 2017 at 2:47 PM
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    Actually just looked it up because I had never even heard of it. It's supposed to be 10x better at protecting against cracks and breaks and stuff. Plus 'hydrophobic' and all that. I wonder if that would be a good thing in CO... obviously not buying at the dealer, but putting it on myself.
     
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  2. Jul 25, 2017 at 2:52 PM
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    Huh maybe i should stop laughing and look into it to save my 3rd taco windshield from breaking. Nothing id want to install though, super strong acid etches the windshield smooth chemically. Or something like that. Know it isnt enjoyable to install at all for an experienced detailer. Id be scared to do it myself and thats saying something
     
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  3. Jul 25, 2017 at 2:54 PM
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    How much does a motivated finance guy make at a toyota dealer ?
     
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  4. Jul 25, 2017 at 2:56 PM
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    Waiting for the thread "I got a chip in my diamond fusion windshield help!"
     
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  5. Jul 25, 2017 at 3:02 PM
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    http://www.dfisolutions.com/surfaces-we-improve/automotive/
    If this is the same stuff, their site (obviously) claim it's amazing and a half. But even if it only does half of what it says it does, it wouldn't be bad to try...the DIY kit is only $99.99
     
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  6. Jul 25, 2017 at 3:05 PM
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    Usually 80-120ish. Lucky to make half that now in service but my hours are much better. Most people dont realize how much can be made in finance. Id say in terms of profit in a new car store service is #1, finance #2, used cars #3 and new cars #4 right about what reconditioning generates for income(next to nothing). Used to laugh hard at people negotiation over 100 bucks then get to finance and sign at +2 points, buy a warranty wheel and tire protection and scotchguard. Those 4 items usually average maybe 5000 backend profit.
     
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  7. Jul 25, 2017 at 3:07 PM
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    Makes sense! Appreciate the info

    I have a friend who has been the FI guy at local lexus dealer and one over at Galpin Aston and both seem to be doing quite well
     
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  8. Jul 25, 2017 at 3:07 PM
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    I think im gonna make my next windshield out of 1/2" lexan. If it can stop bullets and hockey pucks, hopefully it can handle my chassis flex
     
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  9. Jul 25, 2017 at 3:17 PM
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    Not even some sweet graphics?
    [​IMG]

    I wonder if there is a rocket bunny kit for the 2016 corolla...
     
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  10. Jul 25, 2017 at 3:50 PM
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    My first new Toyota pickup back in 1985 was $5600.00. Oh how times have changed.
     
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  11. Jul 25, 2017 at 4:09 PM
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    nm4553 You had me at "Meat Tornado"

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    This thread is making me mad.
     
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  12. Jul 25, 2017 at 4:14 PM
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    This thread is hilarious!
    :rofl:
     
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  13. Jul 25, 2017 at 4:17 PM
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    Mine was the showroom model with TRD exhaust, roof rack, window tint, bro rims and massive Nitto off-road tires. Sales was quite upset when I demanded the stock rims and tires go back on or I walk away. Was not about to pay ~$1500 for crap I didn't want. The rest of the changes were fine with me.
     
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  14. Jul 26, 2017 at 12:29 PM
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    Do I win? Both are SR5. The red is a base 4x4 with out entune premium $48k.
    The other had entune premium but otherwise the same. $51k

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    Both lifts are block spacers
     
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  15. Jul 26, 2017 at 1:27 PM
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    ^I just raged at my computer screen.
    If my eyes are not deceiving me... I see

    "BLACKOUT PACKAGE" $995

    (plasti-dipped badges)

    "LEVELING KIT" $$2495

    (Hockey puck in front and a block in back)

    "TRD PRO GRILL" $1295

    Not sure if this dealership is serious..or ..
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    They are 100% serious. I chose to not buy from them when I was looking. Only reason I'm here now is that it's more convenient to get the recall looked at. Their service department has been pretty good to me in my experience.
    They've taken the SR5 past TRD Pro territory. My favorite charge is their delivery charge. We're 24 miles from where they're made. Shit. Let me drive 24 miles for a grand.
     
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    monkeyface Douchebag, or just douche if we're friends

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    Was at Groove Toyota on S Broadway the other day, they install Toytec Boss lift kits front and rear with upgraded UCA's, upgraded wheels/tires. Pretty nice for a dealer-installed lift, not some shitty spacer lift. I don't remember the exact markup, about $7k over sticker. I guess they sell them or they wouldn't keep building them.
     
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    $1200 for a roof rack??? :facepalm:
     
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  19. Jul 26, 2017 at 1:36 PM
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    ^ and WTF is Nitro? Octane booster?
     
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    unfortunately there's not much you can do about the delivery charge it's a flat rate that spread out over every vehicle, sucks that you live that close and can't just do a factory pick up. But that's how they make things "fair" for everyone that are otherwise further away
     
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