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Why do you love your 3rd Gen?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by RIDERED67, Nov 17, 2016.

  1. Nov 17, 2016 at 12:06 PM
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    Skeeter42

    Skeeter42 Well-Known Member

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    1. 6 Speed Manual transmission
    2. Awesome visual redesign exterior and interior
    3. Off-road package, mainly the rear locker and suspension
    4. Quicksand Color (I keep seeing it in different light and damn its beautiful)
    5. Having the urge to veer off the road and onto dirt/grass/rocks/gravel anywhere I go (I transitioned to the Taco from a '12 VW Golf)
    6. Aftermarket support is a must!

    All in all I'm psyched with the truck so far and definitely could not see myself driving a Ridgeline, Frontier, or either of the GMC twins, even the ZR2 b/c auto trans. I'm gonna be fluid filming the undercarriage and prepping the rest of the truck this weekend for winter. BRING IT ON NEW ENGLAND! I NEED SOME SERIOUS SNOW THIS YEAR TO SKI!
     
  2. Nov 17, 2016 at 12:13 PM
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    TOMRR

    TOMRR Well-Known Member

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    2016 TRD OFFROAD, DCSB, AUTO, BLAZING BLUE, PREMIUM JBL TECT.
    Stock TRD OFF ROAD DCSB AUTO JBL TECT. Bed Mat Heated and turn signal mirrors Wet Okole Front Seat Covers Prodigy Brake Controler Front Skid Plate Power Wagon Badge Tint Driver and Pessenger door windows Inchannel window vents
    All of the above !! I ordered my 2016 DCSB OFF ROAD AUTO BLAZING BLUE With every options in Oct. 2015 and pick up Jan. 2016. I have Not Experienced one issue that others have . I have owned Tacomas since 1989 and I think this is the best one yet !!!
     
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  3. Nov 17, 2016 at 12:20 PM
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    Pnwoutdoors

    Pnwoutdoors Well-Known Member

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    Jeep pickup? I can only imagine! Was this something talked about at one point or just a dream? I would be very interested!
     
  4. Nov 17, 2016 at 12:21 PM
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    kerrdog

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    I love mine because its a Toyota. It don't get any better enough said.
     
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  5. Nov 17, 2016 at 12:21 PM
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    619rocktaco

    619rocktaco New Member

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    bone stock for now
    1.chicks dig em
    2.Manual trans
    3.fuel economy
    4.never have a boring weekend
    5.sexy on the outside sophisticated on the inside
    6.wheel all day and cruise home at 80mph in comfort


    Love my truck went camping with a chick and was ashamed i had more photos of my truck than the girl
     
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  6. Nov 17, 2016 at 12:22 PM
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    GPsevinSixx

    GPsevinSixx Well-Known Member

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    Sounds like pro, bro!
     
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  7. Nov 17, 2016 at 12:25 PM
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    Pnwoutdoors

    Pnwoutdoors Well-Known Member

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    I ended up searching google... you're right they plan on 2018. But I just saw a pic of what it might look like and to be honest it's kinda butt ugly!

    IMG_2206.jpg
     
  8. Nov 17, 2016 at 12:31 PM
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    PROseur

    PROseur Well-Known Member

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    I am a BRO in my PRO, boxer dropping all other bros in the Starbucks parking lot
     
  9. Nov 17, 2016 at 12:42 PM
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    forty2

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  10. Nov 17, 2016 at 12:42 PM
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    hookembevo

    hookembevo Well-Known Member

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    Snugtop Rebel with some options Body Armor Rock Steps Rhino Mats Weathertech Mudflaps Radar detector hardwired to rear view mirror. Stereo upgrade: Amp: Arc Audio XDI805 LOC: AudioConnect LC7i Front Speakers: Hybrid Audio Technologies Claris 6.5 Rear Speakers: Hybrid Audio Technologies Mirus 5.25 Sub: Pioneer TS-SW2502S4 Box: Pioneer Ud-SW250T Bilstein 5100s OME 885 Springs Single Add-A-Leaf BFG KO2 265/75/16
    Because it's bad ass.
     
  11. Nov 17, 2016 at 12:44 PM
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    over60

    over60 Over70 & still a "Grumpy Old Guy"

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    Toyota running boards/Solid Fold 2.0/custom stickers/Anti-Dark LED light under hood/Derped grill/Scoop, etc.
    Maybe you should change to a different generation girl...???? LOL
     
  12. Nov 17, 2016 at 12:52 PM
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    maypearl

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    It's happening. The only reason they didn't bring it out before, was the only plant that builds Wranglers was at full capacity. They are expanding it. I would expect a diesel as well. If the new Jeep truck is the same cost as a Tacoma, I'm in. AEV can convert a current Wrangler into a pickup for about 15 grand I think. It looks great. Not 15 grand great, but great.

    Love my Taco for the looks and resale. That's it. Mileage isn't good, and no adjustable seat.
     
  13. Nov 17, 2016 at 12:55 PM
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    arnette64

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    1. E V E RY T H I N G

    2. It's a Toyota truck

    3. I always turn around look at my truck when I parked somewhere, it's a sign that I love it.
     
  14. Nov 17, 2016 at 12:59 PM
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    Pnwoutdoors

    Pnwoutdoors Well-Known Member

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    Lolll #3! I do the same thing! :thumbsup:
     
  15. Nov 17, 2016 at 1:00 PM
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    Taco Fan

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    Console Organizer, black tailgate letters, chrome glove box letters.
    ^^^^ YES ^^^^^
     
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  16. Nov 17, 2016 at 1:06 PM
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    WyomingSkidmark

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    I love mine beacause I dont have it yet so there's nothing not to love, other than not having it, which I hate... or something
     
  17. Nov 17, 2016 at 1:28 PM
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    RIDER34

    RIDER34 Well-Known Member

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    1. Color
    2. MPG (compared to my 2nd gen)
    3. Tail gate does not just fall when opening it.
    4. Light switch and light for the bed (what a difference)
    5.Well equipped for the money.
    7. E brake relocation (I have had a lot of fun on the sand and dirt using the hand brake)
     
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  18. Nov 17, 2016 at 1:34 PM
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    over60

    over60 Over70 & still a "Grumpy Old Guy"

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    2016 Inferno (Punkin) TRD 4X4 Sport DCLB w/upgrade & tech pkg..!!
    Toyota running boards/Solid Fold 2.0/custom stickers/Anti-Dark LED light under hood/Derped grill/Scoop, etc.
    What could I NOT love about it..? Poor dealer service aside... the truck itself is awesome... you just gotta do some service yourself cuz the Stealership refuses....Tranny fluid check/ grease U joints/ fill diffs/ torque some bolts/ , etc etc... But if YOU do this the truck will perform as designed.!!

    Mine is just awesome..!:thumbsup::thumbsup::canada::canada:

    PS... I only got a few compliments on the 2006 silver Taco, but this 2016 Inferno... I get 4 or 5 compliments per day and some want to check it out inside and under hood... holy shit man... Not the truck or colour if you are a bank robber.. hehe
     
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  19. Nov 17, 2016 at 1:36 PM
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    slamson00

    slamson00 Well-Known Member

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    1. Looks
    2. Functionality
    3. Such a nice smooth ride
    4. Off road package
    5. Interior fit, function and tech
    6. MPG
    7. Historical Toyota reliability
     
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  20. Nov 17, 2016 at 1:43 PM
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    lose_money

    lose_money Well-Known Member

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