1995-2004 Toyota Tacoma Buyer's Guide (1st Gen Common Problems)

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[@slimpaco3561]

I took my 2000 to the dealer for a recall service. They said that's an old truck you should buy a new one. I just laughed.

[@4runner4life7]

So dumb. These trucks and 4runners with the 3.4 l v6 engine are essentially bulletproof. Yeah they're kinda slow but still they can last 200 to 400k miles easily. Seen a video of an older man with a 97 4runner with almost 700k miles on it. Simple, easy to work on, and very strong vehicles.

[@gwsmith76]

@@4runner4life7 I have a 97 with the 2.7l with 463,000 miles in it. It's very underpowered stock so I put on a small turbo, cold air intake with a K&N filter, headers with an exhaust system, had the head ported and polished, light weight flywheel and a ceramic clutch. It has plenty of power now and most of it was bolt on except the head. Spent close to $4500 on the upgrades in 2004 and other than a couple oil leaks, wear parts and regular maintenance I've had no issues. The 2.7 is just a larger 22RE and those motors are some of the best that have ever been made. Designed in the 70s and Toyota still uses them (with improvements) in new vehicles today. I'd take a 2.4 or 2.7 over the 3.4 without question.

[@juanfelix3981]

The warranty on the frame for the recall is only 15 years if they find a rusty hole on it, they will replace it My truck is 2003 and my first inspection for it was at the time of the recall and I was told that it needs only to be under coate it. In 2018 one of the rear shock snap off the frame, a big rusty hole on the frame. I took my tacoma again and they replace it. 👍 It was about 6 months before finishing the FIFTEEN YEARS WARRANTY FOR THE RECALL .

[@patrickw8302]

3.4 makes torque at low rpm its not a high revving engine. Hey its a truck

[@ghostofsparta6579]

I took over a 85 toyota 4runner that once was my dads as teen several years back.. I am not even exaggerating when i say it used running like a tank!!(the same stock 3 - Y engine) And she was well over 20 years of once i layed my hands on her!! Builrproof approved!!

[@cleftoftherock6797]

2004 Pre-runner Double Cab, 510,000 + miles, original engine, original transmission, original muffler. Original owner. No oil leaks, same exact gas mileage as new, 24 miles per gallon. It just keeps going. Zero accidents. I do the maintenance and fix what needs to be fixed but nothing super major. Change the oil regularly and use higher octane gas. Upgraded the stereo with a nice Kenwood, power amps, Morel Speakers and a subwoofer. It’s great. Why sell it? A new one is double what I paid in 2004. From $24K to $50k. Tried to get a new one. Waiting time is 8 months to a year. No deals anymore because of chip shortages.

[@brooklyn560]

Chip shortage is long over. Greed is keeping prices high

[@calfee09]

4 cyl or v6

[@santibouphavong]

That is awesome. I still got my same 01 tacoma since i was a teen with 375k miles. Bought mine for 17k and everyone nowadays is like wow you got a bargain.....of course reminded everyone that 17k back in early 2000s is alot especially with the fact that working full time i brought home less than 50 bucks a day lol

[@Judgemental_Crow]

I’m pretty confident in saying this is the best truck ever

[@Oversinght702]

Same ✌🏻

[@tacoman864]

I have over 321k on my 97 4x4 and it hasn't skipped a beat

[@truthseek3017]

That is badass.

[@tacoman864]

@@truthseek3017 i just replaced the front cv joints and hubs. Shocks and struts. Love my baby

[@burningknuckle26]

what a beast. i love my taco too man!

[@codyshanks8181]

I've got a 2001 with 200k+

[@howabouthetruth2157]

Bought my 2000 Tacoma 4x4/auto trans with 4 cyl 3RZ FE engine brand new. 20 yrs later and over 365,000 miles, it still runs, shifts, and drives strong on all original engine, trans, CV joints, shocks, wheel bearings, alternator, starter. Just had to replace the 3 U-joints for the 1st time, mine has the "split drive shaft". About 8 yrs ago, I had 1 of the 2 coils go bad, but we thought it was the fuel pump at the time, so I threw away a perfectly good Denso fuel pump & replaced with a cheap "life time" Carquest pump. Only then did I learn the bad coil caused the main computer to close the circuit to the fuel pump as a safety feature, to keep those 2 cylinders from filling with fuel & destroying the engine. I just had to recently replace that cheap Carquest fuel pump..........and you can bet I paid the $100 extra to get the good OEM Denso pump. Other than normal maintenance such as brakes, hoses, and belts, she's all original. Only on my 3rd set of spark plugs & 2nd set of plug wires. Truck uses NO oil, and after 4,000 miles, it barely seeps a little less than 1/4 of a quart due to slight leaks that happen ONLY while driving. Oh, I did replace the valve cover gasket ( leaking ) and the cams & top of the head looked SO clean.........no build-up, deposits or "varnish" look anywhere. I believe my little Taco is gonna reach 1 million miles..........or at the very least, double the miles it has now. If and when it needs it, I'll rebuild this engine and keep the truck before I go in debt on a new one. No wonder they fetch higher prices on the used market. Damn dependable & durable. I live in Florida, so I don't have to worry about salted roads causing rust.

[@Sparky5]

I still have mine at 230K miles. Still looks brand new and runs like the day I drove it off the lot. If you take care of things, they last.

[@johnnyrivera1553]

The first generation, Tacoma was the best half ton pick up size. Toyota ruin it by making it an almost full size.

[@cougar2k720]

Isn't the same for Ranger, B series, Canyon, and Colorado?

[@jaymoar3561]

Cougar2k nobody wants that crap.

[@tronaboron_99]

Exactly!

[@howabouthetruth2157]

The 1st gen Tacoma is NOT "a half ton truck".......it's a 1/4 ton. The TUNDRA is a half ton truck.

[@johndoes5643]

@@jaymoar3561 LoL 😂

[@jeffreysellers5248]

435,000 miles going strong.

[@youarerightandiamwrong7314]

317,000 here

[@km-nq4tj]

Now that is impressive!

[@km-nq4tj]

@@youarerightandiamwrong7314 that is awesome.

[@manuelhernandez4940]

291k catching up

[@JustcallmeGnarly22]

214,000. Just getting broken in.

[@mr.chad6x319]

2004 Prerunner :) Still runs like when I bought it.

[@jobinmcdastard3426]

My 2001 PreRunner V6 SR5 is the best truck I’ve ever owned. I’ve Owned it for 20 years now. Still running strong with cold A/C. 220,000 miles

[@luirrom10]

I have tacoma 2004 2.4 engine has 169.000 miles still Running strong I love my toy....

[@dgilvani]

Haha. That’s funny. My 2003 just turned 169,000. Cheers!

[@luirrom10]

@@dgilvani nice 👌

[@jorgerivero9460]

I'm an extremely proud owner of a 2002 Toyota Tacoma sr5 pre runner let me just say this little truck has never let me down it start up every single day it doesn't matter hot or cold incredible little truck and I've had it since 2006 incredible truck 👍❤

[@jonahevers9371]

Hey, I am looking at getting a 2001 Toyota Tacoma, and was just wondering how they are in gas?

[@AM-uw9ck]

@@jonahevers9371 Pretty horrendous lol I have the exact same thing -- '02 PreRunner I get about 15 combined, granted my CEL is on for a bad 02 sensor, which seems to be a common theme with literally every dude I know who has one of these. If you do go through with the purchase, please please pleeeassseee do yourself a favor & check the ball joints. I kept seeing pics of dudes breaking one without warning, thinking to myself "I hope that never happens to me"..until it happened to me. Also the rack & pinion. They also seem to go bad. Idk why. Other than that, phenomenal truck. 290k & counting.

[@terrybirch4324]

​@@jonahevers9371My 2001 v6 4x4 has always and still gets 20 to 21 mpg.

[@cedricmendoza1305]

how many miles? just got mine at 171 k miles

[@chadreid1068]

I just got a 2000 Tacoma with 247,000 miles for $2000 I love it no rust

[@cdcdplayer]

Dude 2,000?!!! I’m in California and they’re all 13k

[@eddycervantea7882]

Damn bro im over here scared to buy a truck at 140k miles... My ma said a lot of miles

[@cdcdplayer]

@@eddycervantea7882 don’t be. 200k is a lot but if you are looking at a car that is 20 years old 140k is actually solid. Also depends how they put the miles on.

[@cdcdplayer]

@@eddycervantea7882 it’s a lot for a 2019 Honda Civic

[@chadreid1068]

@@eddycervantea7882 not bad miles for a Toyota

[@greghoag1990]

I bought a 2023 4x4 sport trd.and decided to give my 2004 trd to my grand son it is a awesome truck 138k and has never been broken down I have had issues with the paint but it is not bad.great truck

[@danhenderson783]

Simple, light and reliable. Best Toyota series ever

[@gatblau1]

I had a 2001 Tacoma and after 200,000 miles it still had not needed any major repairs, just standard maintenance. It was a great little truck and I wish I still had it. The only reason I sold it was that I didn’t have space for it after buying my 2016 Tacoma.

[@vltruan]

Just saw one get traded the other the day with 512k miles. Yes, they are excellent trucks.

[@Sound_of_a_Raven]

I have a 1999 tacoma. I've had it for ten years. Very few problems. Absolutely love my truck.

[@Remaagen]

Original owner of a 2002 double cab Taco with (currently 118,000 miles). It is a daily driver. Did the T-belt 5 yrs ago at 90K. Couple weeks after that A/C compressor went out. Power steering pump went out last year during COVID. P/S pump lasted 19yrs. Finally passed my Taco down to my son and hopefully he will pass on down to his🙂One of the best trucks ever built.

[@unclesam7426]

I got a 2002 double cab as well, got 246,000 miles on it. Dad passed it down to me

[@daddydoodoo9089]

2001 tacoma owner ..225k miles. changed some exhaust and a couple front end parts, brakes and tires as needed. A incredible vehicle ownership experience. I love my taco....

[@dennishagerdorn9907]

I purchased a one owner, 2000 regular cab, 4 cyl. automatic/AC, 176,000 miles last week. My 4th or 5th Toyota, 1st Tacoma. Hoping for great things.

[@steviebennett5304]

Updates?

[@kevinoglesby8001]

Have a 1998 4x4 V6, 230,000 miles on it. Bought it new. Frame and body have no rust at all, only the tailgate. This truck has been awesome. I keep saying every year I’m gonna get a new Tacoma and then I get smart. I think mine will at last a new one, especially the new turbo.

[@greavous93]

I bought my 2001 Ext Cab 4x4 V6 5 speed brand new and daily drive it to this very day. A few sets of tires, a few sets of struts/shocks and 4 batteries and 23 years of dependability. Never been stuck either! And zero rust. There are still several white stickers on the chassis which used to be bar codes.

[@jerryemt2001]

I'm original owner of a1999 2.7 engine 5 speed taco. Just had to replace the pressurized rubber fuel line. Other than that, I had to replace the alternator, harmonic balancer, and most of the exhaust system. Other than tires, brakes and battery, that's it. No rust under or in truck. 169k and hopefully alot more miles to come

[@adamweber4998]

I bought a 97 single cab 4wd manual with 209K miles for $3k. I figured I was getting a good cheap project truck. Best purchase I've ever made.

[@HawaiiJetboat]

Hey All, 2001 V6, 2WD Preunner, 310,000 miles in Hawaii (think salt & year round A/C use) and towing a 19'ft boat for the last 4 years. Change the oil and this thing will run, run, run. Love my Toyota!!

[@patmowatt2130]

456 000 kilometers on my 2003 here in the rust belt of Eastern Canada. I plan to drive it as long as I can.

[@wayneonpark]

I have an 03 PreRunner Double Cab with the 3.4 engine that I bought new. It now has 125k on the clock and drives as good as the day I first took it home. No creaks, noises, shimmies, or vibrations. It's just a great truck! Mind you, it has always been maintained by the Toyota Dealer I bought it from because I have been religious about all of its required maintenance. I have an 04 Lexus SC430, and I maintain it the same way. If you take care of your truck or car, it will take care of you! Great video!

[@ronpelton2590]

I have a 2001 Tacoma ext cab Prerunner with a 2.7 engine , got over 210k and runs and drives like new. Just keep up on maintenance. I love my Tacoma!!

[@greencrocidile6246]

Same man im at 182k

[@hotrodfarmer6308]

Same mine 310k

[@robsmith7664]

185k on mine. Still feels great.

[@krotchlickmeugh627]

Same 700k

[@josegalan8348]

Wow my 155 mile and run exelent

[@christianclark2656]

I have a 99 with 196,000. Its a V6 auto 4wd running 32s with a. bumper, etc. Love the thing to death. Yes it has had it issues, like the frame being rotted way out (which has been fixed) and some axle wrap, but its still my favorite damn vehicle I will ever own.

[@petedog1017]

I just bought my 2002 Tacoma few days ago with 4wd and 154k miles on it, it only had one owner who originally bought the truck back in 2002 and kept for 7 years and till this day it runs beautiful and it's in real good condition, interior and everything is in perfect condition. I love my Tacoma, these trucks are rare to find now and days

[@channingregan4872]

peter fragoso I see them pretty often where I live

[@cougar2k720]

It's actually not hard to find them, but find one in good condition especially in without rust is hard.

[@cody8564]

Just bought an 01 with 115k on dash 4k$ clean title no rust

[@boots911]

just bought a 2003 tacoma with the 2.4 engine with 120,000 original miles on it. It drives nice for such an old vehicle.

[@haroldstanberry3978]

I have had mine foe almost 18 teen yrs and have 286.000 miles runs great.

[@burningknuckle26]

my 2000 tacoma xtra cab with side step bed has 288k miles. my dad gave it to me and i love it. i get guys asking me if i want to sell it all day.

[@km-nq4tj]

Just bought a 97 basic model yesterday. So excited!

[@cdcdplayer]

How’s it been?

[@km-nq4tj]

@@cdcdplayer it is running like a champ!! Got new tires windshield and hood cus there was some blistering on front of hood. I love this lil truck! Great investment of u r looking for a truck that will go go go!! Are looking buying one yourself?

[@cdcdplayer]

@@km-nq4tj I’m so happy to hear that. Been looking for one myself, but the prices in California are like 13k average for a first generation Toyota Tacoma

[@km-nq4tj]

@@cdcdplayer wow! That is crazy! I got 97 w 174000 miles for 4200! Might be worth flying somewhere to get cheaper then drive home!

[@cdcdplayer]

@@km-nq4tj yeah that’s what I’m thinking haha

[@kennethjohnson5180]

2004 326.000.00 miles runs very strong still all over the U.S off off road the seats I changed out to beard buckets

[@k9spjack]

I've got a, 2002 Toyota Tacoma, Double Cab, TRD Off-Road Package with a 179,000 miles that I bought brand new. To date, I've only had to replace the timing belt and a battery. I stopped counting the amount of times that people have approached me to ask if I'm interested in selling it. It's an awesome Truck that I will never sell!

[@cedricmendoza1305]

how many miles now? just brought mine with 171k miles on it runs great! timiming belt and other little maintenance done to it. heard the water pump goes bad not sure tho

[@billvasileff3897]

2002 prerunner, 2.7, 285k miles. Replaced radiator, muffler, doesn’t burn oil but did just replace cylinder head and two valves. Runs like new. Frame was undercoated in recall. Later had it welded.

[@javiervallecillo1791]

I have a 99 3.4 v6 Tacoma with 205k strong cero rust I love my truck!!

[@alexbostelle287]

Give me the 30 mile to the gal.,5spd. Manuel ,4 cyl. 6ft. Bed, extra cab......all day every day. So we are all justified spending our hard earned money . Now we're tempted by expensive useless options, bells and whistles that easily veer from the integrity y'all built that got the loyalty we showed for owning the best overall pic ups.

[@km-nq4tj]

True!!!

[@jerryemt2001]

30 mpg with a 2.7? No way. Even new I got only 17 tops. Mine is 21 years old 5 speed with 2.7 SR5 with TRD. I wish I got that mileage

[@NiteSpecial]

@@jerryemt2001 right? Same here. I get about 17 or 18 mpg with my 4 cyl 4x4

[@brotherbread6549]

01' 236k on mine, runnin' like a top!! I had to add, the ac blows colder than I can handle. Best truck ever

[@mikepearson7186]

Well I have a 1995 Toyota Tacoma with less than 200.000 on it,still strong clean and runs great 2.7 straight drive, 4x4, power steering, 5 speed, manual windows,and a few extra's.!!

[@pinballdan]

My 2wd reg cab 1998 2.4 5 speed has 359k miles and still runs great!

[@djroach3237]

My mom bought hers in 2002. She hardly ever drove it. She gave it to me in 2016. We're now in 2021! This baby is close to 75K miles! No rust! No leaf springs issues. I just replaced the bushings & shocks & tie rods. Not great on gas though. 240 miles per tank!

[@gatornation3889]

I have 389k miles on my 1997 regular cab, 5 speed 4x4. I passed it on to my son who had to learn how to drive a 5 speed. Still running strong and ice cold AC

[@gypsydanger5345]

At 148,000 miles on my 2000 sr5 access cab something slight for a truck of this caliber and I am ready for 100,000’s more to come awesome truck !!!

[@cedricmendoza1305]

my 2003 tacoma has 173k . taking care of it . hopefully it last me another 100k

[@SCWW]

Yup. Best Truck Ever. I've a '98 3.4L Limited with 260,000 miles... runs great, looks like a well used truck.

[@fableslayer]

i've had my 01 trd tacoma for22yrs. now. it just turned 320,000 miles and has never left me anywhere. i have done shocks and struts twice, timing belt three times, front brakes, replaced radiator due to leak and am just doing the front ball joints for the first time! and got catalytic converters replaced on a recall. regular maintenance and these things will go forever! still looks great too! the a/c still blows cold air and has never been serviced!

[@Instantphojo]

I finally had to throw down $900 on my 2002 with 318,000 miles on it. Now it runs excellent!!

[@isaiasponcepatino2382]

La línea de tiempo entre el 95 y 2004,Toyota, fabrico la mejor de las mejores joyas en camionetas, ese lapso de tiempo, fue motivo para qué Toyota realzara su prestigio, dureza, durabilidad y confiabilidad...

[@CoinCollector1234]

245k on my 97. Basic maintenance and replacing worn parts. Just bought a 96 with 119k. Built like tanks

[@miragexl007]

dude, thanks. starting to look at tacomas, around 2002 (because of price) but hard to find with limited rust

[@Axel-uw5py]

The rust free ones are expensive man. I sucked it up and went to a used car lot to buy one since they had like 10 1st gens all lifetime arizona owned. I got a 02 4x4 trd with 200k for 9k. Private party they go for 7 - 8k in Northern AZ for around that mileage.

[@burningknuckle26]

love my Tacoma

[@poqou4708]

Leaky valve covers is common on the 5vzfe motors too real easy to spot & fix I have a 01 v6 pushin 190k runs beautiful extremely reliable motor if you don't beat it down & keep up maintenance

[@Nacho2034]

I am about to purchase a 2002 v6 3.4 with 170 miles on it. I will be posting videos about it if I purchase it. Do you have any other advice as far as what to look for when purchasing one of these trucks? thanks!

[@poqou4708]

At 170k make sure it's on the 2nd-3rd timing belt & all the parts that go along with it every 90k...burned dash lights is common/broken door handles or locks too..make sure the frame isn't rotted from inside out (very common if not in Tx or cali it's whole life) ppl will try to hide it also. suspension & brakes might be due for a overhaul...aftermarket intakes are a can of worms also. Make sure the coolant/tranny fluid has been flushed at least once in its life... buying one as close to stock with few owners Is important to me! when you start adding bigger wheels or tires/light bars etc... so it can look "cool" is when they start having issues

[@Nacho2034]

Thanks. No add ons with this truck, evertything is original as far as i can tell. I will need to check the frame for rust and ask about the timing belt. If you're interested I will be posting videos of this purchase on my channel so come check them out. Thanks again! @@poqou4708

[@stepsidelandscapinglawnsol3093]

Do you mean the valve cover gasket or the actual valve covers leak?

[@Nacho2034]

ookie DUKES I’m sure he meant gaskets. I ended up buying my 2002 Tacoma and put about $2,500 in maintenance. The gaskets were one of them.

[@SHx589]

I have a 1998 SR5 V6 4x4 with 203k miles. Love it.

[@rickmeadows686]

I have a 2001 with 280,000 miles and still going strong, and zero rust.

[@wyoappaloosa2398]

I just bought a 98 3.4 v6. 280k miles for $8,000!! Best truck I’ve ever seen!!!!!! Unbelievable these Tacoma’s!!!!!! I guarantee this truck goes for ten more years

[@j3d1m1ndtr1ck5]

98 w/ 337,000 miles and still going strong. take care of it and it will take care of you

[@patrickw8302]

Legendary I have a 3.4 2001 190k miles on it, smooth as glass doesn’t burn any oil.... replaced turn signal stalk... two screws MAF sensor 2 screws to remove.... its just a great truck, forged crank if im not mistaken

[@rulerofall2320]

Bro you sound like Dominick Cruz, the MMA fighter. Thnx for the great info.

[@Renegade498]

My 2001 trd off-road is at 226,000 salt-crusted miles and keeps trucking. Not only is it a good truck, but it really lends itself to being worked on and fixed. Something modern vehicles aren't built for. I ended up getting frame issues (it completely rusted out nearly severing the pickup bed from the cab) but because I'm in New England I was able to bring the truck to Auto Rust Technicians in RI - they make the Safe-T Caps that are well known in the old Toyota circles and they did an amazing job restoring my frame. for about $1200 the frame is solid as a rock and the problem areas better than new. I changed the timing belt for the first time at 200,000 miles (recommended at 90,00) without issue (but it's a serious job).

[@burningknuckle26]

290k on mine. It's a classic. Gots character n soul

[@danhenderson783]

The rust on the East Coast trucks is insane. We have zero rust on 20 year old Toyotas out West

[@mrlafayette1964]

just the cold cimates, here in NC zero rust on my 02

[@mrlafayette1964]

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[@hotrodfarmer6308]

Same in in nc also zero rust on mine and 310k

[@Ceremony74]

My 1988 Hiliux Toyota truck has zero rust. California truck.

[@kennethlindahl9206]

I have a 2001 SR5 TRD 4WD Stepside with the 4 cylinder It is the 11th Toyota truck I have owned and the first Tacoma All the others have been from the 80s ( I can rebuild a 22R in my sleep) This is the tightest one of the bunch with a close 2nd, a 84 SR5 with all the options I am the 3rd owner and my Dad was the 2nd I will keep it as long as I can

[@dankaminsky3616]

I have an 01 2.7 232 K. Unfortunately I had to replace the manual transmission. However other than that it’s been a solid truck. Frame is still solid as I took it back for the frame recall and they sprayed it. I have since coated it with Woolwax every fall. I think I will get about 350K out of it. I have replaced a rear axle seal, front axle shaft, MAF, O2 sensors, sway bar links, and fuel injectors. Still a great truck that I think will last awhile longer. Also replaced radiator and lower ball joints,

[@juanfelix3981]

I trust in this truck, they were responsible with the frame problems, other than that, it's the best mid-size truck in the market surviving 3 generations and keeping the value.

[@01Astek]

Those new gen. Tacomas will not last as the old gens. They are putting too much junk on them Just wait they will start falling apart. Plus the cost way to much

[@Ayolouie97]

My 97 tacoma has 452k miles, still running strong!

[@EGon-hk6nm]

I bought a 2000 about 3 years ago for $8500 with 87,000 original miles. The interior was filthy to be honest with pet hair and smoke. I detailed it and did some preventative maintenance. It's a head turner for sure.

[@dogsense3773]

Have a1997 headgasket and bent rod at 116,500 doing 60 on highway l did the repair on this 2.4 cost in parts 300.00 now the motor has 130.000miles and running fine motor never got hot! Oil every 4,000 miles! Repair took me 20 hours to do

[@colby2150]

Good video, everything seemed very accurate

[@MrRubberduck645]

Just hit 222,222 on my 2.4 Single Cab. Love that truck. Hopefully I can give it to my son when he's 16.

[@gtrr3246]

the location of the clock is off. that's my only complaint

[@peterdaniel66]

Put Bilstein 5100's on the truck with stiffer springs and do the Tundra brake conversion ( swaps and bolts right in!) and you have an unstoppable truck.. Change out the transmission fluid every 40K with a filter change.. Change out the radiator every 100K miles, flush and re do the coolant with a new thermostat. TIP: make sure the jiggle valve on the thermostat is at the 6:00 position or you will run much hotter. Timing belt at 100K. Valve adjustment at 100K and you are good for life!

[@howabouthetruth2157]

ATTENTION ALL OWNERS OF TACOMA 4x4 WITH 2.7 LITER 3RZ-FE ENGINE: I bought mine new in 2000 with automatic transmission. 20 yrs later and 362,000 miles, it still runs & drives great. A weak point for this particular engine NOT mentioned in this video is: CAST IRON EXHAUST MANIFOLDS, THEY ABSOLUTELY SUCK. They crack fairly soon, usually within 6 months to 2 years. I finally got sick & tired of replacing cast iron manifolds, so I recently installed a stainless steel long-tube header. WOW, WHAT A DIFFERENCE IN PERFORMANCE. The truck has low-end torque & take off like it NEVER had before, even when new. DO YOURSELF A HUGE FAVOR, INSTALL A QUALITY S.S. LONG-TUBE HEADER. I've owned several vehicles over the years where I installed headers with no other mods. Slight improvement in performance. BUT THE 3RZ-FE ENGINE RESPONDS GREAT TO A LONG-TUBE HEADER. I was amazed, really. The truck is now more fun to drive than ever before, because it's no longer "a dog off the line". The automatic transmission even behaves better all throughout the rpm range. Before, ya just about had to floor it to kick down a gear for passing slower traffic. But with the header, I only need to give the throttle a decent stab & it kicks down a gear so much easier. My transmission has always demonstrated nice, clean & crisp shifts, but the way its running now, I can tell this transmission has tons of life left in it. All because of installing a header. DO IT. TRUST ME. It blows my mind how the engineers created such a nice 8-port long runner aluminum intake, yet they defeated most of its potential with those damned cast iron manifolds. A long tube header really wakes this 2.7 liter engine up. Had I known how well this engine responds to a header, I would've done it years ago.

[@andyramz2703]

Wow nice would that work for the v6 trd manual trans i believe mine is a 3.4 do u think changing the header as u state would make a diference on mine or just the 2.7 thanks

[@andyramz2703]

Wow nice would that work for the v6 trd manual trans i believe mine is a 3.4 do u think changing the header as u state would make a diference on mine or just the 2.7 thanks

[@howabouthetruth2157]

@@andyramz2703 A quality stainless steel header set would absolutely improve the performance of your Toyota V6 engine Andy. But I do need to take this opportunity to correct myself on the type of header I'm running. "Stupid me", in my earlier comment here, I kept calling it "a long-tube header". WRONG, it's known as a TRI-Y header. The tubes are not as long as a true "long tube header". The Tri-y header has shorter tubes that go into a collector, and then into a single down-pipe, and the down-pipe connects to the catalytic converter. A long-tube header has all the pipes running all the way to the catalytic converter. Tri-y headers are best for every day driving, working, and performance, because it gives you more power in the low and mid rpm ranges. Conversely, a long-tube header doesn't usually show performance improvement at low & mid rpm's, but it really comes on strong during the high rpm range........and high rpm's is strictly for racing. Regardless, a high quality header ( or set of headers for a V6 or V8 engine ) really helps any engine breathe better, the heads are able to flow more. Try it. You'll thank me later Andy, seriously. BEWARE: Regardless of whether you're running factory stock exhaust manifolds or headers, if your engine has years on it and especially high mileage, say over 250,000 miles, you should really worry about the catalytic converter being nearly clogged up, and that puts too much back-pressure & strain on your engine. I just removed my catalytic converter for this very reason, and now it runs even better. If ya live in a state where it's legal, just remove the catalytic converter altogether, and have a muffler shop just run a pipe on back to the muffler ( or mufflers ). New catalytic converters are crazy expensive. This would be illegal to do in the state of California. ( I don't see how anyone can stand to live in California.......that state is really becoming a communist regime. )

[@andyramz2703]

@@howabouthetruth2157 thank u sir for ur reply yes my truck has 300,000 on the dot. I got the truck for 1300 from old timer hes hip gave in so he sold it to me as i came in to see it with my 3 year old twins my lucky charms lol anyway he gave it that price cuz cats where bad toyota has just replace the whole chassis 15000 job show me proof its kinda new truck with 300000 miles anyway i ended getting after market cats the mech did some treewts as i live in nyc so need ut for inspection its gonna be a year and no issues no lights nothing all good yes cats oem are outta my range , so i will check on that item u mention its strong but if i can make it a bit more would love it its v6 5 speed so thank u kindly for ur reply

[@howabouthetruth2157]

@@andyramz2703 Well, if ya had to buy new cats because of local laws, that's ok, and at least ya know they won't be clogging up on you for years to come. I'm convinced that you would be tickled to death with a set of quality headers on your V6 Toyota. It will still run as quietly as it does now, because ya still have your muffler, or "mufflers" if ya have duel exhaust. But imagine your engine really coming to life with using only half as much throttle, whenever ya have to merge into faster traffic. It makes it feel like you have a bigger engine, lol. The headers do increase horsepower, and your engine really does run better. When driving normally, you should also get slightly better gas mileage with headers. Certain engines throughout history came with factory headers!!! Laslty: CONGRATS on buying your classic Tacoma at such a great price Andy!!!

[@edwinguzman6245]

My 2003 still running strong after 313K all original parts. My pre-runner Dlb Cab v6 offroad Tacoma package not for sale.

[@khaido2301]

One of the best truck in The world!!!!!!!

[@chrisrobinson8163]

Probably the most bombproof truck ever built .....

[@JM-sy5qv]

The manual transmission is very squeaky and most complain about the throw out bearing being noisy but in fact good. The 2.4 seems to have an issue with dying when you start the in hot weather but will start eventually. Multiple forum posts on this issue with no real answer

[@gasmonkey5152]

My nephew's 2021 tacoma 4x4 keeps up with my 1995 tacoma 4x4. 😎

[@ghostlycondom8295]

LS sway that 95 and have a mini trophy truck

[@dailodai9586]

bought my 97 new and still have it while my 2005 mercedes came and gone lol

[@01Astek]

Mine is a 2004 pre runner four door with 192 xxx. Still running like new

[@RootsMusic-ek5nc]

I have the same but 2 door silver, but an axle seal is leaking, there is a slow oil leak somewhere, Transmission jumps every now and then, 121, 000 miles

[@copyman3425]

Just got the frame replaced for free under the "enhanced frame warranty " on my 2004 with 330K. Here's to another 15 years. 🍻

[@garywilliams5473]

Copyman, how long did you wait for the frame to come in and how long did the frame replacement take? Where there any additional costs?

[@nyxie_wolf]

How did you even get that covered? It's been 16 years after it got sold they only do it until 15 years

[@MarkMeadows90]

I love the first gen Tacoma. 2001-2004 My favorite years. Smoother lines exterior wise. Makes a great mini truck custom. Wish they made the S-Runner in regular cab. But what warms my heart is the regularly called "Pickup" from the mid 80s to early 90s. I know it's boxy, but it's so reliable.

[@brianszymanski2971]

315,000 smiles and still going

[@skyybluu3118]

Great video thank you

[@JohnsJohnson-ns5xm]

Any good? It’s the benchmark. Good luck ever finding a pick up that’s half as good. The only subpar issue I’ve ever had is the rear suspension. It’s a little old-fashioned, but with a little work you can easily be upgraded to.

[@tylersmith293]

420k on my ‘01 TRD. Never had a problem.

[@eddycervantea7882]

No way bro... Should i buy a toyota tocoma at 145k miles for 6.5k$

[@meioed6004]

@@eddycervantea7882 definitely, just picked up an 01 SRD for 7 grand with 110k. owner was an old man who didn’t drive much. car is basically brand new. excited to make this my camping rig

[@tedschmidt3059]

Just picked up an 01 with only 9500 miles couldn’t believe my 👀

[@Chowneowi]

Toyota Tacoma 2005 400k going strong daily driver 🙂

[@familiachavez.5062]

I jus by mine 2004 manual,I am happy with it!

[@dankheatz3958]

I got a 04 Tacoma Prerunnner with 32s and I'm bout to turn it into a baja truck

[@steveokon5431]

Have a 98, Prerunner, 157k , kept up maintenance, great truck, never sell it

[@michaelsmith-lf6mm]

The seats, It makes your posture better for driving, also it was designed by Japanese people who are smaller.

[@Googladesh]

Gives you back pain because there’s no leg support

[@keangfamily]

I am so regret that I sold my 2004 Tacoma pre runner 4x2 when the gas price went sky rocket back around 2006. I bought brand new and I paid only $19898.00 before tax and fees. I have only picture of this truck now. It’s was the best truck but less power because of 2.7 liter 4 cylinders with 150 horse power.

[@jaymoar3561]

The mpg was actually decent, especially on the 4 cylinders. Why did you sale it for that?

[@Psycoticjim]

I own a 99 prerunner and it has 255 and runs like a kitten

[@southwestxnorthwest]

Thats it? I have a 2004 TRD with 250k miles. They run forever though, I agree

[@jaysenbartlett1032]

I'm thinking of buying 97

[@howabouthetruth2157]

Your initial description in the video is vague & inaccurate, because the double cab was NOT available until the 2001 model year, or maybe even as late as 2002. I know, because I bought a 2000 Tacoma 4x4 brand new. I originally wanted the extended cab version with a V6 engine, but the lenders wouldn't loan me enough. I was only approved for the regular cab. Believe me, if the double cab had been available at that time, I would've tried to get that instead of only trying for the extended cab. At first, I was a little disappointed that I could only get a loan for the reg cab with 2.7 liter 4 cylinder engine. But after several months of owning it & meeting many "Toyota Tacoma guru's"........I became GLAD that I got the 2.7 liter 4 cylinder engine, because it is FAR MORE durable vs their 6 cyl engines. Mine has a real timing chain & steel gear, but the 6 cyl does NOT. 20 years later, I am still driving it with 346,000 miles on the original engine & automatic transmission. The engine & entire drive train still runs as good as new, and I used to beat the snot out of this truck. Today, it still cruises down the highway at 80 mph and the engine purrs like a kitten. The engine doesn't burn any oil either, it's still nearly full by the time it's due for the next oil change, and I've only been using conventional Castrol 10w30 oil. The engine only has a very light oil seepage that only leaks about 1/4 of a quart after 5,000 miles. I am now convinced this truck will probably hit at least 750,000 miles, if not 1 million. Only on the 3rd set of spark plugs & 2nd set of plug wires. Had to replace 1 ignition coil ( mine only has 2 coils. ) Still running the original wheel bearings, CV joints, starter & alternator. Had to replace the radiator once, due to the plastic top cracking. But the factory exhaust manifolds do have a tendency to crack. I'm on the 3rd one now. I also just replaced the U-joints & center support bearing on the split drive shaft. I've never seen U-joints on any drive shaft last nearly 20 years. Best vehicle I've ever owned, hands down......and I wouldn't get rid of it for any reason.

[@appleztooranges]

It’s the best. I’d buy this over a new Tacoma for the following reasons: -my taco has had over 3 recalls even frame recall. Toyota hooked me up -I still own my 2001 Tacoma with under 100,000 miles and brand new frame -I hate the new Tacoma’s. They look like dodge dokata to me -if you take care of your stuff it’ll last forever (my taco is over 20 years now)

[@SamB-fv6su]

Beautiful vehicle !