Value of 2nd Gen

Hello, I have a chance to purchase a 2006 Tacoma trd 4x4. extended cab long bed 4.0 with the 6 speed manual. Has 130k miles with damage to the tailgate and rips in driver side seat. I have an idea of what I want to offer the guy but want to know what you all think its worth. Paint is silver, has road terrain tires, and is pretty much completely stock. thanks

 

I’m not going to even KBB anything and go off recall.. $12-14k?

How wrong am I?

 

kbb is 9.3 to 11.8. I know these trucks are usually priced wrong on kbb

 

Since it’s an 06, I’d ask the guy if it he ever experienced any coolant loss?
05-06 have been know to have Head Gasket issues.
Some say Later model 06’ have the newer gasket?
But there isn’t a definitive date.
If you are really serious look in the coolant over flow tank for signs of exhaust gas. Open the radiator cap and have a look.

Look at the frame as well.

Maybe even have a shop look it over.

 

I have a mechanic coming with me to look tomorrow. He’s really thorough

 

In case he isn’t up on Tacoma’s just mention to him about the head gasket issue so he knows to specifically check that.

 

Done. Any news on what its worth??

 

what state are you in

 

California, truck is a California truck, owner is an older gentlemen and keeps it under cover, but not garaged. He bought it around 7 years ago and only put on 20k miles

 

California? It's probably 20k.

 

I knew they carried their value but that's pretty good for an earlier model second gen

 

Check the motor mounts on it also.

 

20k in 7 years? Unused vehicle deteriorate. Check it thoroughly.

 

give or take 20 in five he said.

 

I wouldnt buy a 05-06 V6 personally, most require major overhauls. If not the headgasket, the timing chain.

 

That bad huh

 

Just check frame just in case. Head gasket for sure.

With that many miles and in California you may be looking at around $10-$13k for that condition. If private sale maybe lower on a deal.

 

The early 4runners with the 4.0 usually get mega quotes and shy away from dealers when the check engine lights come on.

I wish the 4.0 was easier to work on, but its a ton of work.

 

Look at the production date on the door jamb sticker. It is rumored that around 11/05 is when they changed to the updated head gasket. If it was built in '06, there is considerably less risk of head gasket failure.