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What should I buy?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by ZRTX, Jun 24, 2019.

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Which one?

Poll closed Jul 8, 2019.
  1. 1st gen regular cab

    6.3%
  2. 2nd gen regular cab

    24.1%
  3. 2nd gen dcsb

    53.2%
  4. SAS 2nd gen dcsb

    16.5%
  1. Jun 24, 2019 at 10:08 AM
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    ZRTX

    ZRTX [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Im looking at either a 1st or 2nd gen tacoma regular cab for a off road/daily sort of a overland build but its gotta be 4wd and a automatic transmission because it's sort of gonna be a first car that i buy.
     
  2. Jun 24, 2019 at 10:19 AM
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    MPA2point0

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    I just did a search for single cab 4x4 auto and there was only 1 within 500 miles of me and it was a 4banger. I would look at getting at least an access cab, I think you will appreciate the extra space.
     
  3. Jun 24, 2019 at 10:20 AM
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    BINK05TRD

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    Location and budget will help us help you.
     
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  4. Jun 24, 2019 at 10:21 AM
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    SR-71A

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    Why regular cab? Thats a lot less room than access or double cab
     
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  5. Jun 24, 2019 at 10:30 AM
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    ZRTX

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    Thx for the info, so should I get a 2nd gen acess cab or a double cab?
     
  6. Jun 24, 2019 at 10:33 AM
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    coopcooper

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    double cab short box
     
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  7. Jun 24, 2019 at 11:25 AM
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    Rick's 2012

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    Why limit your interior space to a regular cab? At least go with a access cab! You'll be happier in the long run l think. l personally would go with a Double Cab.
    Better to have the space and not need it, than need it and not have it.
     
  8. Jun 24, 2019 at 11:26 AM
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    HoulaHauler

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    triple cab ftw
     
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  9. Jun 24, 2019 at 11:27 AM
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    ZRTX

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    I've decided on a double cab
     
  10. Jun 24, 2019 at 11:31 AM
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    spitdog

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    If you get a double cab, all your friends will want you to drive all the time and spend your money.
     
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  11. Jun 24, 2019 at 11:37 AM
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    ^Thats a good point but if its a family vehicle i might need 4 doors but i could get away with a acess cab.
     
  12. Jun 24, 2019 at 11:39 AM
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    nd4spdbh

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    anything other than a regular cab... get the v6.
     
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  13. Jun 24, 2019 at 11:41 AM
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    Get a double cab so you have room for all your girlfriends.
     
  14. Jun 24, 2019 at 11:44 AM
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    :argue:

    Only thing I wish my reg cab had is a V6. Interior space hasn't been too much of an issue with me. I'll take the lack of space for the awesome maneuverability/ ease of driving in cities and tight trails.
     
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  15. Jun 24, 2019 at 11:45 AM
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    MPA2point0

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    Yeah, ALL OF THEM!!!!!
     
  16. Jun 24, 2019 at 12:05 PM
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    TacomaMike37

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    2nd gen is the best gen.

    You have a family and are considering an regular cab?
     
  17. Jun 24, 2019 at 12:33 PM
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    Family= DOUBLE cab. You'll want the space. Although you lose out on the extra length of the bed, which is nice for sleeping in when it's cold/wet outside lol
     
  18. Jun 24, 2019 at 12:54 PM
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    ZRTX

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    Whould this be a good choice if i live in utah ?

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    Last edited: Jun 24, 2019
  19. Jun 24, 2019 at 12:57 PM
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    TReD Fox

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    If you can afford it, YES! :eek:
     
  20. Jun 24, 2019 at 12:57 PM
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    spitdog

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    That would be perfect for a quite ride and good mileage to the gal.
     

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