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The Unappreciated Tacoma SR

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Commocean, Dec 29, 2017.

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  1. Dec 29, 2017 at 4:41 PM
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    Commocean

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    So, I bought my Tacoma SR around 6 months ago, and have really enjoyed it thus far. I'll never need 4WD, so I went with the 2WD, 4-cylinder model. I was just looking at the time, but couldn't pass on the deal I negotiated on one that had just rolled off the truck with 6 miles on it.

    Why did I buy an SR?

    1. First and foremost, I'm cheap
    2. I'm a fan of simplicity, and don't like climate control and other electronic gadgets
    3. It had BlueTooth audio
    4. Adding intermittent wipers and cruise saved me thousands over an SR5
    5. Back to simplicity, I didn't have to "de-badge" it
    6. The subdued, chrome-less grill saved me from Plasti-Dipping
    7. Personally, I like the lines/angles of the non-flared version
    8. I was able to add Sport wheels/tires with 30 miles on them for $800 (with TPMS sensors)
    9. I added the previous gen running boards for less than $300
    10. #5, #6, #8 and #9 make it look like a debadged, Plasti-Dipped, $40K Tacoma!:D
     
    Commocean, Dec 29, 2017
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  2. Dec 29, 2017 at 4:42 PM
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    Saeros

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    #picsoritdidnthappen
     
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  3. Dec 29, 2017 at 4:52 PM
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    Commocean

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    Tacoma.jpg

    :thumbsup:
     
    Commocean, Dec 29, 2017
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  4. Dec 29, 2017 at 4:53 PM
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    Very sharp looking truck!!! Congrats! :):transformer:
     
    Saeros, Dec 29, 2017
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  5. Dec 29, 2017 at 4:56 PM
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    specter208

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    I would gotten a AC 6MT SR if it were available.
     
    specter208, Dec 29, 2017
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  6. Dec 29, 2017 at 4:57 PM
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    kryten

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    :thumbsup::cheers: I like that reasoning.

    I wish they would sell me a MT DC 4x4 SR and make it LB while you at it. :playball:
     
    kryten, Dec 29, 2017
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    TacomaUSA and I married my tacoma like this.
  7. Dec 29, 2017 at 4:57 PM
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    Steve Urquell

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    I don't think it's unappreciated too much. I'm pretty sure most on TW know it has the most bulletproof engine/tran available in the 2.7/5MT. I bought mine for the same reasons as you. I lol every time I see someone on here debadging, plastidipping, and parts changing to achieve the look I got FOC.

    Your truck looks great BTW.
     
    Steve Urquell, Dec 29, 2017
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  8. Dec 29, 2017 at 5:01 PM
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    Its a shame they did away with the 4 cylinder manual for 2018, you got the last of that combo.
     
    shakerhood, Dec 29, 2017
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  9. Dec 29, 2017 at 5:04 PM
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    Steve Urquell

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    Great engine trans combo? Oh we're scrapping that bitch. Bipolar autos for all! Muah-ha-ha!
     
    Steve Urquell, Dec 29, 2017
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  10. Dec 29, 2017 at 5:09 PM
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    Sweeeeeeeet. Like simple myself but bought 2017 "off the shelf" wish I had kept it simpler
     
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  11. Dec 29, 2017 at 5:25 PM
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    eldedo

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    eldedo voted most likely eaten by a bear

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    OR price minus sr price, use savings for killer upgrades, yea, great plan, not being sarcastic either....I would have went that route if I knew then what I know now.
     
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  12. Dec 29, 2017 at 6:51 PM
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    I wanted an SR originally. They just didn't have any left to buy...:annoyed:
     
    InfernoTonka, Dec 29, 2017
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  13. Dec 29, 2017 at 7:09 PM
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    A back step for when I get older, Carhartt seatcovers, 4Runner wheels, Topper, and "tats all folks"! --for now!!

    No need to "defend" what you got, --heck-- you got what you wanted, and BTW it is a great looking truck!!
     
    markmizzou, Dec 29, 2017
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  14. Dec 29, 2017 at 7:12 PM
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    HE got what HE wanted -- HE paid for it -- HE IS HAPPY-- who cares what you or I would have bought!
     
    markmizzou, Dec 29, 2017
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  15. Dec 29, 2017 at 7:15 PM
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    I appreciate the HECK out of my SR...
     

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  16. Dec 29, 2017 at 7:16 PM
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    Deathray Are we there yet? ...Are we there yet?

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    That’s a nice, clean looking truck. Understated and classy.
    Nice work. The sport wheels were all the sr needed.
    Congrats!
     
    Deathray, Dec 29, 2017
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  17. Dec 29, 2017 at 9:07 PM
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    Does the sr come with a/c?
     
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  18. Dec 29, 2017 at 9:20 PM
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    I also chose a SR for most of the same reasons but wanted 4WD. Added wheels and mud flaps. Next maybe some rock sliders and tint.New tires 006.jpg
     
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  19. Dec 29, 2017 at 9:29 PM
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    July 2nd.jpg
     
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  20. Dec 29, 2017 at 9:45 PM
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