trying to determine if going from a 2010 with low miles to a 2016 or newer is really worth it?

Woodrow F Call · Dec 5, 2019

The newer truck is nicer in a lot of ways. That being said, if I had your truck, I wouldn't upgrade till it was wore out. If I could get stupid money for the 2010, I might sell it.

Tacomas have stupid resale value. I imagine people want more truck than they can finance new and are willing to finance used.

If I was shopping, there's no way I'd pay 30K for a used 2015 TRD Offroad 4X4 with 60,000 miles when I can get a new SR 4X4 with similar mechanical configuration for $27K.

OMGitsme · Dec 5, 2019

honda50r said: ↑

Actually, It's called consumerism and debt
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Paid mine off. Saved payment for 6 years and paid cash for 3G. I have 0 debt.

LiplessSoul · Dec 5, 2019

johnnybob[OP] initial post: ↑

hi folks, question here regarding purchasing 2016 or newer.. i presently own a cherry 2010 TRD Sport 4 door with only 60k miles.. my question is: is it worth it? are the differences that great to justify?
also, was price shopping and noticed that 2015's go for big money, often times more then the 2016's up... is there a reason why the 2015's demand such a premium price?? so, anyway, curious to know your thoughts.. thanks! john williams, New Mexico
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That's easy. You probably bought the 2010 mainly because of its dependability. You answered today's question when you bought it. You have a great, dependable truck. Keep It!!! Don't waste your money. Spend it on hookers, beer and Necco Wafers. Life is too short.

helix66 · Dec 5, 2019

I would say no....especially if your low mileage has no problems.
Originally I wanted a 12-15 but the used ones cost close to new.

CanadaToy · Dec 5, 2019

WSchafer said: ↑

The romanticization of the 2nd Gen on this forum is really silly. The 4.0 definitely has a little more guts down low, but then peters out once you get going. The 3.5 might be a little lacking in low end grunt, but once you’re into it a little bit it definitely feels faster. And MPG wise it smokes the 4.0. The introductory issues that plague any new model are long gone and any weird quirks and vibrations etc are inherited from the 2nd Gen that it’s so similar to. Some forget that the 2nd Gen were often referred to as plastic crap by 1 Gen’rs when they came out.

What’s more important is that it makes sense to you financially. Despite what the debt police on here seem to think, there’s nothing wrong with owing on a new car, especially when as desirable and that holds its value as well as a Tacoma. Make a good deal, use your valuable trade as a nice down payment, and get a good interest rate - not a thing in the world to feel bad about.

If it makes sense and you like the new truck, do it! Those of us that love our 3rd Gen’s really love them, and judging by how well they’re selling compared to how the 2nd Gen sold many agree. (Inb4 some genius uses a McDonald’s metaphor) On the other hand, if it doesn’t work out you get to keep your awesome 2nd Gen. No lose either way.
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Tacomaworld came alive because of the 2nd gen guys, because of the unrelenting hate from the 1st gen guys on customtacos.com. Customtacos is now dead. There was the same hate between 1st-3rd gen pickups and the 1st gen tacoma's back in the day. it's comical really.

Captqc · Dec 5, 2019

Itchyfeet said: ↑

The 3rd gen is made for softer men. I'd stick with your 2nd gen. The only reason a forward camera and terrain camera was added is to keep boomers from high centering and bumping into cars in the Costco parking lot.
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Softer men you say! Doesn’t look soft to me!

johnnybob · Dec 6, 2019

wow! great advise for and against going from 2nd gen to 3rd. My 2010 TRD Sport doesn't have a speck of rust. i live in the desert.. never had ONE issue not ONE.. it's beautiful blue and I get compliments on it all the time.... and it's paid off... so maybe i will take some of your advise and drive a 3rd gen and go from there... many people who compliment my truck think it's new..... so.......... thanks guys!!!

mike2810 · Dec 6, 2019

OP:
I am betting your 2010 is paid for. You state it is in excellent condition. If you got a 2016+, are you going to pay cash or finance? If you are going to finance why go in debt. In the end only you can decide if the 3gen is worth it.

I had a 2006 Tacoma 4x4 sport. Really liked the truck. In 2016 I went looking for a new midsize truck. I really didn't like the powertrain on the Tacoma's I test drove. I also am not that fond of all the newer electronics the 3gen can come with. I ended up with a Frontier. It reminded me of my 06 Tacoma.

Good luck in making your decision.

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