Overrated: Toyota Tacoma Regular Cab 4x4 Review

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[@darylhill9400]

A lot of people don’t understand the value of a base Tacoma with a four cylinder there one of the most reliable vehicles ever built and yes they appear budget and plain Jane but that’s the point so little to go wrong. I bought a brand new one in 2009

[@augustusgloop9330]

They’re good but the frames are horrid

[@thecrazyroker69]

If he could have driven a manual he would think differently, it aint no apeed demon but the manual does make it feel more alive

[@augustusgloop9330]

@@thecrazyroker69 for sure

[@blahbaconblah]

They use the same drive train components as all the larger trucks/4 runners/ lexus GX's. They have the bones of the giants in the size of a small jeep. The only issue you have with them is their power.

[@joeygabriele71]

I have a 09 ,stick shift with 33" tires...it goes fine up hills,bullet proof truck....love em....

[@jimperry4420]

Try a 4Runner. Fold the seats down and put a mattress in the back and you’re good to go. No need for a camper.

[@thehomeless_trucker]

If you want a truck camper, get a super duty so it can actually hold the wet weight. Cough up the money and get a newer one, IMO.

[@timhamilton5699]

I had a 2011 Tundra 4x4 and a 2008 Tundra 2x4. I liked both trucks a lot. The only reason I got rid of the 2008 is I had moved to Wyoming and the 2x4 truck was miserable in the winters. The only reason I got rid of the 2011 is I didn't need a pickup anymore and it was getting really hard to justify owning the truck any longer. I've had a few other trucks (1995 F150, 1997 F150, both 5-speed V8 4x4, and a 2003 Dodge 2500 Diesel) and the Tundras were my favorites... If only I could have had a manual shift in them! I do not like the V6 in the Toyota! My x had a 2020 4-runner and I hated driving that car. I don't think you can go wrong choosing a Tundra over any other truck, but consider looking outside of the rust belt (the $300 plane ticket will be well worth it) and be patient looking for a good one!

[@CycleCruza]

👍 yeah i don't like the V6 Tacom. However, I love my 2005 Lexus RX330 AWD V6 taht I've had since 2007, zero issues and cuts through bad weather roads with no problems. Plenty of power but I did not like the V6 Tacoma, felt underpowered and budget. The older Lexus vehicles are so much more nicer. I do not like the new Lexus vehicles as much, seem to ride more rough.

[@BigDaveTALKS]

Hauled 2 motorcycles on a trailer 1100 miles with my buddies Tacoma V6 and we couldn’t really maintain 75 mph, then with my Silverado with the 5.3. It was better but the transmission was getting hot the farther north we got. More hills. So I said screw it and got a 2500HD Silverado with the 6.6 DirtyMax. Now there are no issues towing or hauling ANYTHING.

[@phantomnus]

Is it me or does the bed not match the cab?

[@Whmst]

yeah looks like the colors are mismatched

[@rollthers3157]

Yup! It' probably been in an accident.

[@CycleCruza]

It doesn't lol.

[@CycleCruza]

@@rollthers3157 Carfax showed no accidents, 1 owner and supposedly spent most of its life on the farm. Maybe the bed got abused at the farm and they had to repaint it.

[@charlesm.8807]

The dude fixed it himself and never made a claim.

[@pierrekuchmann3944]

U spend so much work on bug out moto and then barely use it

[@stumpymoto6165]

Sometimes the process of building is the fun of it

[@Inyourbox-kr5uf]

@@stumpymoto6165exactly

[@CycleCruza]

It is too old and high mileage to use it very much. Actually, the bug out van was just an experiment and came out a lot better than I had anticipated. I wish I would have bought a new Sprinter van back then, they were a lot cheaper new them. I might just get a newer 4x4 van and do another build, an even better bugout moto van build.

[@pierrekuchmann3944]

That would be awesome @@CycleCruza

[@normalisntcomingback.Jesusis]

He needs to get a harley next to sit in garage together 😅

[@docsamson2299]

Finding a Tacoma that isn't rusted or ragged out can be tough! I looked at 9-10 over a period of several months before I found my current one. Most of 'em had serious rust issues. I was lucky to find one that had zero leaks, brand new frame AND leaf springs @ 178k. Currently at 212k and, while I've had to replace a lot of parts (all expected at that mileage), it's been worth it. Stay patient and you'll find what you are looking for!

[@YammieRalph]

Look into a 3rd gen access cab 4yl. I’ve pulled my opus 4 with it no issue. You get extra cab space with the split door too in the access cabs

[@1noetic]

I have a 2014 Regular Cab 4x4. This truck requires the manual transmission. I live in Cleveland like you Cruiser...great truck with some upgraded shocks and tires for the snow we get and the Afghanistan quality roads. The 2.7, though not a powerhouse is ultra reliable. Meet me at Southington offroad!

[@RubenRodriguez-od3nx]

Would you recommend that truck as a daily driver to go to work and such?

[@CycleCruza]

It is so underpowered it ain't funny. It will probably eat up gas from slamming on the gas pedal. They are way overpriced anyways, you'd be better off with a used V6 Nissan King cab, they drive better and can be had way cheaper.

[@SalomeMarquez]

I have an '08 Manual as my daily driver. Been driving it for 15 years now and still love driving it. I've used it to carry ~1000lbs of materials twice, it got the job done just fine. I've had to floor it to get to highway speeds from time to time, no issues there. And it holds 85 mph in 5th gear just fine, as long as the head wind is under 20mph. And it's a fun drive if you take it off road. My reg cab Tacoma is more than capable with no mods (except for the tires).

[@MattMales-u3k]

Cheaper cause Nissans are built cheap. Use to sell them unfortunately and they can’t even compete with a Toyota. You get what you pay for, and some people obviously want more than their finances can afford, hence looking at a 5lug single cab Tacoma to add a tacky camper onto it. Why not just do a v6 or LS motor swap and then you have all the power you could want….PLUS SOME!!! 🤷🏻‍♂️ and btw that “rust/bondo patch” is OEM factory everyone uses to prevent rock chips lol. They’ll let anyone post reviews and such. Not to be a dick, but Maybe Stay in your lane, and then the info and knowledge you provide will help people…like bikes and apparel is more your niche. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@CubanSalt]

Too much rust, bro, you need to look down South for a good vehicle

[@SaiedKarmally]

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[@CycleCruza]

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[@SaiedKarmally]

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[@zachyang07]

How do you adjust the side mirrors in one of these???

[@lucyferina]

4 cylinder is a no for a truck unless is a much smaller truck, you will feel it's way underpowered. also get extended cab or quad cab, you will be surprised how much more comfortable that becomes. I use my F-150 to carry all kinds of things, sometimes I use the back area with the seat lifted to load boxes so that they are not exposed to the weather, I can carry quite a lot and it's not ridiculous on gas. I am going to get a roll on tonneau cover (ideally I would like the aluminum tonneau but those are over $1000 so it's not want I want to spend, I bought one for my wife's Gladiator for $300 and it looks good, saves on gas, and keeps the items in the trunk dry. i might get the same brand but for my truck). but you want a camper so no tonneau for you. but again stay away from 4 cylinder engines.

[@appleztooranges]

***I have a 2001 Tacoma 4wd with 106,500 miles. Trying for $13k for it. Excellent condition in my opinion will see if sells. This one looks more rusty than mine on frame to me

[@driftracing08]

There is a trick to keep it from rusting through out the winter after driving trough the melted snow when they put the salt down that you need a sprayer with baking soda water and just rinse it down with baking soda water and don't rinse it off so that a layer of baking soda will be on it and baking soda neutralize roadsalt and the power on was ok but i have a programmer and changed the spark timing and it has more power then the hemi rams

[@timothyfoster3772]

i would pass on this truck, not only the rust but they should have cleared any warning lights like the tire sensor, could be just low pressure, but it shows lack of proper maintenance habits.

[@Ill06Taco]

You said you fit fine but at 6' did you feel cramped?

[@dakufire21]

You can get a V6 with an extended cab 2005 to 2014 model is better if you want to have camper and a small trailer.

[@Robnord1]

Much better for those that have a dog too.

[@CycleCruza]

I drove one of those a few times brand new, I was not impressed. The Tacomas seem so budget for the price they command. The V6 felt weak to me too, so not impressed. However, I was very impressed with the Tundra 5.7, feels so much more sold than the Tacoma.

[@dakufire21]

@@CycleCruza you can't go wrong with the Tundra get yours now they will go up in value because the quality of the new Tundra went down since the discontinued the V8 model.

[@Damerlavis7055]

Tundra is probably the better bang for the buck only thing is the horrible fuel economy which might not be a big deal depending on how you drive

[@mikeskidmore6754]

The Tacoma Looks small .. I like my 3/4 Ton Duramax 2003 Extended Cab.. You need an Extended Cab to store stuff in the rear seat area.. Mine is a short box and I have a rather small solid Camper.. I want an all Season Camper because I want to go on Snowmobile or Ski Trips... You really need a 3/4 ton for campers plus I carry a tandem axle enclosed snowmobile Trailer ..

[@CycleCruza]

It seems like a Tercel in a truck configuration. lol It sound like you have an awesome rig set up. I'll probably just get a Tundra.

[@mikeskidmore6754]

@@CycleCruza I will tell you a Secret .. I bought my Truck in the South even though I live in MI.. They were selling Rusted out Duramax's with more miles on them for the same Price in MI. I paid $19,500.00 for mine with 114,000 miles on it 9 years ago .. Now it has 130,000 miles on it. I still need to rust proof it .. I may spray the frame with used cooking Oil. It is tippy with the small light camper on it.. I have some Rubber Overload springs to install yet. I lost almost all of my Transfer case oil .. had to replace the seal .. the rear U-joined failed .. I think a new greaseable one was $22.00 .. I can't figure out where my Power steering fluid leak is .. I get 22 MPG at 70-75 MPH anything slower my MPG goes down a bit .. I average 16 MPH but pull the snowmobile trailer a lot hauling tools and a gas powered air compressor around. Maybe you could convert a large Car Hauler Tailer into a Camper/ Toy Hauler.. you could get cabinets ect from an old camper....Put a Cap in your pickup and you could store a lot and keep it dry ..GEt some locking tool boxes ..

[@randymaizland9662]

Toyota does engineer and build reliable machines but ..... not worthy of all the hype and inflated prices imho. They still have issues and are NOT bulletproof like everyone says. They do feel pretty cheap inside too. The bed on that truck is def not matching the cab color.

[@showmemoblues]

LOL tire sensor, anyone who needs one and concerned that you need it. Just learn to use a tire gauge, a waste of money replacing as well keeping a tire sensor.

[@CycleCruza]

Yeah they always seem to fail. That was the least of my concerns, every used Toyota truck I've been looking at had the TPMS sensor light on. lol

[@Klayperson]

TPMS became law in 2008, that's why you keep seeing them more and more

[@Luiz.Henrique.qp3nj]

CC always keeping it real man 💯💪🏼

[@CycleCruza]

Thanks for viewing! I appreciate it. So many people hype the Tacoma but I've never been impressed with them, not for the prices they asking.

[@christophervichiola7044]

This is the kind of pickup truck that belonged to david lejeune, one of james jim lejeune's two brothers. Jim was my mom's ex-boyfriend who passed away in the year of 2014

[@martindudey279]

Don't go cheap. Go for the Tundra. Certainly more value for your money.

[@CycleCruza]

💯👍

[@GainesGarage]

id pass, for 15k you can get something cleaner down south

[@SWTrailsAndWheels]

I've been pretty happy with my 2006 Honda Ridgeline. May be something to consider.

[@CycleCruza]

Those are really nice but the drawback is the small bed. If only it had at least a 6ft bed.

[@DaddySizeIt]

Ridgelines are one of the few if not only "truck" with a bed you can reach over and into still. Most are way too high. It's because everyone that doesn't need a truck started buying them so they're showpieces. It's also one of the few trucks left without a turbo. That Honda V6 is rock solid and perfectly balanced. My only issue with Ridgelines is the price, for no frame it's a little high.

[@makethingshappen8427]

These tacos are way overpriced unless you buy new for resale. You won’t find any deals on these trucks, prices are jacked up my mall crawling suburbanites..have you looked into the maverick if you’re willing to wait for an order?

[@CycleCruza]

No, I'll check it out. Thanks for your comment!

[@sunsetoriginals7320]

The Tacoma is a very capable truck. The second generation is probably a better choice than the 3rd generation. I would look at a newer previous generation Tundra because you'll never need to buy another one if you keep up on the basic maintenance. They are pigs on fuel but much much more reliable than a north american made truck. That tacoma looks insanely overpriced for that kind of money. I bought a 2016 in the middle of covid pricing for $25000 CDN with fairly high miles but was well maintained.

[@Logan7P88]

The used market has risen with the new market unfortunately. The days of buying a good used vehicle for a decent deal has long passed. I hope to see you build a new sprinter van as that is what I am interested in getting myself next year. Whatever you decide, I’ll be cheering you on!

[@Panotaker]

I live in Texas. I have two old trucks. 1994 Silverado supercab with a 350 V8 that has almost 300K miles. Runs like new. Also have a 2002 ford F350 4 door with a 7.3 diesel. Also runs like new. neither one has a speck of rust. I would never buy a truck up north, even if I lived there. They all have rust on them somewhere. Just come down here and buy one. We got millions of them all over the place. If I was going to make a camper truck, I would get a diesel, they run forever.

[@wasawasablingbling]

I had an 04 Dodge Ram single cab and I was surprised by how much space it had behind the seats

[@wasawasablingbling]

I now drive a 13 Chevy Tahoe z71 with a bike hauler on the back for my dirt bike and super moto. It would make an awesome bugout vehicle

[@CycleCruza]

I hear the Rams have horrible reliability, however, they are best looking trucks hands down tho.

[@wasawasablingbling]

@@CycleCruza Mechanically, my only issue was a fuel pump went bad but I sold it due to an electrical issue that was messing with the gauges. It didn’t actually cause any problems but electrical gremlins can cost thousands.

[@aj255gaming]

I have a 2013 single cab Tacoma 4cly 2wd, and I have a bench seat you can’t fit a 3rd person maybe a baby but that’s even pushing it. And everyone says it’s slow it’s not really as slow as they make it to be.

[@mvoutour]

Had a Tundra with the 5.7 V8. Best vehicle I ever had and still regret selling it. Aftermarket fuel tanks available that hold like 48 gallons make for a great bugout / road trip vehicle. Used to take my motorcycles to NC from FL to ride Tail of the Dragon area many times with that rig. Plus it hauls and tows WAY more than the little Tacoma.

[@CraftwerksMC]

one thing I learned is never buy a vehicle with a steering wheel that isn't straight.

[@CycleCruza]

That truck had a clean carfax, one owner, no accidents and regularly maintained. I talked to a mechanic down the street from the dealership and he said a few people brought this truck in to get a pre-purchase inspection and he said there were no problems other than back quarter panel is rusted out bad (as I showed in the video). he said the problem is the dealer would not drop the price.

[@dirtroadjim5970]

1.3 million mile on 2.7 vvt Toyota pu . I have one 2 wd with a locker rear end Goes anywhere. Super reliable.

[@CycleCruza]

💯 They are the most reliable without a doubt and they make you pay for that.

[@BrassCatcher365]

The humm on the steering wheel when turning could mean that the power steering fluid is low or the pump is on the way out.

[@CycleCruza]

Yep!

[@Dudleyism1]

its funny I bought a 2019 access cab 2.7 4x4. it was 20k. I cant understand why people would would pay for a second gen

[@kennv7566]

The rust on the truck is a hugh red flag.

[@hunterst0989]

Well brother you are driving a pickup truck not a luxury truck. My 96 tacoma taken me off road all over texas and the ozark mountains. Its not "nice" but i can drive it to the trails wheel and drive home everytime. Pushing 345k and still going just fine.

[@wildandliving]

The tundra chugs gas so does the tocoma add weight or a trailer your mileage suffers greatly. I would go tundra more room in the bed add a canopy throw a bed in it and go. Simple easy to do more room in it.

[@ilive4d80s6]

That 's miy truck. Mine got a bench seat, and 150k miles right meow. Still running smooth even though my electrilcal is shocked from the lighnith that hit it five years ago. Toyota shop wanted $4k to fix it back than. Since I couldn't afford it I just drove it as is. No problems with it, and useing it for Door Dash. That's where all the miles came from.

[@joelcabrera9138]

What year is it

[@driftracing08]

I know that cash for clunkers thing years ago took all the good trucks off the road that all it was is trading your good used car with lesser gas millage to be junked for a new car with so called better gas millage and finding a good used cheap truck is no more

[@simplerider3159]

That little Tacoma is a basic 4x4 model and it seems like it has a lot of rust problems. If you get a Tacoma get the 4.0 engine with the offroad and towing package. That truck is more like a small work truck lol. Any truck you get for going offroad and explore you want an extended cab. You will appreciate the extra space on the back for many reasons. I used to go exploring the desert in California and at first I had a regular cab, then I got an extended cab and you don't look back at the regular cab. You can always look at an old Ford f.... Ranger. They are small, underpowered, it'll probably drive like crap but those things are easy to work on and they refuse to die. The F150s or Silverados are also good if you can find one that doesn't have issues. Dodge you are guaranteed to have issues.

[@napoland9676]

I have a 2008 std cab 4x4 5M. I paid $12k when I got it 10 years ago. I regularly have people offer me $15k for it, and it has 200,000 miles on it. I put a small lift on it, a Bestop soft cap on the bed, Flowmaster exhaust. Is it comfortable? NO. Can it haul over 2000lbs of landscaping material? YES. Other than a water pump, a $40 U joint, and basic maintenance, I've done two other things to the truck: jack and sh*t. While they are pretty gutless, they're geared lower than the 6 cylinders, so they're great offroad. The 2TR-FE is basically a small 2JZ. It has oil injectors to cool the pistons, and they're chain driven, unlike the older (pre 2010) V6.. It's a big 4, considering how much power it doesn't have. This means that you can basically drive WOT 100% of the time without damaging the motor. I built the truck as a gear hauler to get me and my mountain bikes, and snowboards to the mountains. I've pulled a handful of fullsize trucks out of the snow over the years. Great little trucks....just uncomfortable as hell. But that's OK...your body goes numb after about an hour in the driver's seat... LOL

[@motosportadv8177]

Yeah V6 or V8 is he way to go 4 banger just is not enough for a truck 😄 I think your on the right track V8 would probably be the best because trucks are always heavier then you add the wait of a camper it just makes more sense to get a V8 because all the extra weight it will be less hard on your drive-train.👍 Oh wait edit: your very likely going to have a camper and a trailer for something to go off-road maybe a side by side or a motorcycle, then V8 or a diesel would be your best bet for sure!

[@CycleCruza]

I'm still pissed I missed out on a 2012 Tundra reg cab short 5.7 V8 TRD for $14k. I was set to buy it and the sales guy put me on hold and sold it underneath me. I cussed that guy out and still pissed off,. lol the reg cabs are so hard to come by. I might just get a Tundra double cab 5.7 4x4, those are plentiful.

[@DaddySizeIt]

I've had i4, v6 and v8 trucks over decades. Nonsense that a 4 isn't enough for a truck. Not all usecases are equal. That i4 in the Tacoma isn't up under the firewall so you can get to all the plugs. Way easier to maintain and you gain very little with the V6.

[@JesseWelds]

With a v6 and a 5 speed ill take it

[@bensimpson9175]

Aside from the stuff you mentioned, for a camper conversion it's just too small.

[@CycleCruza]

The bed is big enough, 6ft. However, the power is lacking.

[@bensimpson9175]

It would be helpful to have a big cab so you could store stuff, and have more space in your bed camper.

[@anthonys9754]

This was just after covid, but I bought a 2014 Tacoma 4dlb, 4x4 v6 for 16,000 with just over 100k miles. I think they’re asking too much for that one.

[@kenanderson5457]

I have a 14 regular cab 4 x4 auto. It has a cap and i use it every day. I love it sure it's small and low horse power but I just wanted reliable transportation.

[@CycleCruza]

Glad you like it. It is hard going back to a 4 cylinder when you a V8 and V6 like I do.

[@mikemcnairy8896]

DO NOT BUY !!! That truck has too many issues!

[@carpenoctem]

4cyl ain’t something I’d get for a camper build, grab the 4.0 v6. you’ll have to upgrade suspension as well. they feel cheap but that drivetrain will outlive the rest of the truck, especially the frame 😂 also that stuff by the rocker is to protect from rock chips. most of the truck panels are plastic

[@darylhill9400]

My 2009 Tacoma, I bought brand new never has got less than 20 miles a gallon that’s a minimum no matter how I drive it up to 25 that V8 tundra gets 15 at best usually 12-ish

[@sjrmike]

that pickup might be better used as a runaround town or someones daily driver work truck. if you plan to carry the tools around and know-how to fix the things when they happen. bigger tires would shred those axles. those are just a few cons i can think of.

[@CycleCruza]

Yeah a little crapper truck to haul motorcycles and such or throw some tires or car parts in the back.

[@collintoutdoors]

We've had some of the same vehicles over the years and Id be thrilled to see you in a Taco, not this one though lol

[@darylhill9400]

That’s not a patch It’s a factory vinyl protective piece.

[@connor3288]

I suggest a 3.5 non turbo or 5.0 f150, just research the problems by year. Have heard the 3.5 is very solid.

[@CycleCruza]

I'll go check one out. My neighbor had 2012 F150 but had to get rid of it because it rusted out. he said he never had any problems other than rust. The older Toyotas had frame rust so bad Toyota issued a recall to replace the frame. It seems like the best Toyotas are those made in Japan like my 2005 Lexus RX330 which has no rust and I hardly ever wash it.

[@connor3288]

@@CycleCruza Weird never seen rusted out ford trucks and I used to work at a shop. I would never buy a V8 Ram or the GM AFM 5.3 engine trucks, and the newer trucks with 8 and 10 speed transmissions have more issues. Tundras are reliable but bad mpg, more expensive used I think, seemed to wear out front tires earlier than other trucks I noticed. Used to have a Tacoma but ergonomics are terrible, I'm 6ft, you sit so low in the truck and no height adjustment on seat, same as 4runner. It gave me bad leg/knee pain after about 30mins driving and was unacceptable. The f150s are very comfortable, the turbo v6's have more power but more problems. So I would check out 4.8 gm's, 3.5 and 5.0 f150's with 6speed transmissions. I don't like Rams but the 3.6 is an ok engine, idk about the rest of the truck though...

[@mr.wizard2028]

You need a v6! If this truck doesn't have any power when you don't have any camper on it or any weight on it and you're not pulling anything you're going to be in big trouble

[@Steinwaymodel]

I can't believe they didn't at least clean out the back of the cab.

[@CycleCruza]

You should seen inside the dealership, the ceiling was literally coming down. haha Terrible dealership, I didn't want to put them on blast because they were cool with me to let me take off in the truck alone. They didn't know I was doing a video tho. lol

[@rollthers3157]

I'm liking the truck videos!

[@CycleCruza]

Thanks!

[@MisdemeanorThoughts]

I used to be on the “Taco-nuts”. Until EVERY used one I drove had stupid issues. And I’m a bigger guy. Seats suck, frames always rusted, mileage actually sucks (tundra only gets 2mpg less) and honestly the whole Tacoma thing doesn’t pan out. I said, “fuck it. Im’a get me a used F250, with a 6.2L.” The truck I chose ended up having a 8’ bed. I didn’t like (or want) it at first. But I haven’t looked back. The more I looked into it, the more I reasoned, “I’m not buying a truck for the damn gas mileage. I’m buying it to be useful.” And I can put my DR650SE in the bed, STRAIGHT (without having to cock it sideways), close the tailgate and still have room for 500+lbs. of other goods in the bed.

[@michaelbrinks8089]

Get you a Pontiac Aztek in good shape & convert it into an overlander campervan with tent attachment.

[@LarryWebb-gv8dz]

If you put a camper on the back you'd have to get out of the truck every time you want to get into the back vs a suv or van where you just go into the back from indoors staying out of the rain /cold/ crazy people plus drawing attention to yourself every time you get out of the vehicle . Just a thought

[@CycleCruza]

Yeah I thought about that. I might just get a newer van and do another camper van build. Maybe a high roof Transit or Sprinter van.

[@streetrossi937]

Cycle cruiser, why don't you get a truck big enough to pull one of those enclosed trailer?That's big enough for you to put anything you want.Far as living and sleeping in it on the road

[@Tampa_tom]

I have a 2022 v6 4x4 4door long bed My truck was 42,000$ I pull a 5x10 lawn trailer daily Tacomas hold there value better then any other vehicle.

[@Tampa_tom]

On the highway at 58mph I can get 30 miles a gallon Not pulling a trailer Pulling a trailer on the highway I get 17/18

[@CycleCruza]

Cool to hear good about the new Tacoma because I see Scotty Kilmer trashing them. That is amazing to get 30 mpg with a truck! Thanks for sharing your insight.

[@Tampa_tom]

@@CycleCruza yeah Scotty doesn’t like the new 2024 4th gen tacos The 3rd gen was the last good one.

[@MB_JOSH4159]

Pass on it. The bed is a different color from the truck. Plus the budget sound

[@TiffanyBottomsHunter]

Million mile engines, as long as you don’t put oversized tires on it, they will go places other pickups won’t

[@philiptaylor2567]

1st gen sequoia. It's probably the most underrated off roading/camping/overlanding vehicle there is. And has toyotas legendary 2uz-fe v8

[@easymoneyism]

They have the new tundra like 8000 under msrp for the 24 model

[@CycleCruza]

That's because nobody is buying it. Toyota is out of their mind for going with the V6 turbo on the Tundra.From what I've heard fuel efficiency hasn't really improved for real world driving.

[@warlok9]

Man, you find some crippled unicorn build of a Tacoma and judge all Tacoma's based on this complete reject of a truck.

[@germanshepard7842]

I wish Toyota, Ford, Nissan, would sell a new pickup truck that was affordable. To buy a new pickup truck start around 45,000 dollars! Now a days it's better to buy a trailer instead of a pickup truck.

[@rag83991]

this is a great fkn vehicle i’ve had it for 5 years and i cannot sell it or part with it nor ever will for as long as im here. it’s stupid reliable

[@Notaprofessionalvideo]

Long bed extend cab is what you need to live in that truck is tiny

[@audidreamscometrue]

I live in salty ass new england so i buy my trucks down south and ship them up here. they are cheaper down there so it averages out.

[@CycleCruza]

You have to be careful buying down South too. I lived in FL for 8 years and bought Nissan truck that was loaded with hidden rust but it had originated from NY. However, some vehciles can get rust that are near the ocean from the salty air.. I've been looking for trucks down South but most are not 4x4 because they don't need it.

[@audidreamscometrue]

@@CycleCruza try alabama they love mudding lol

[@sunsetoriginals7320]

I think you should bite the bullet and spend a bit more money on something thats not all clapped out. Better to pay a bit more now and not have to worry. Plus the previous generation tundra with the 5.7 is the best one in my opinion. No timing betl to worry about. Just keep up on regular fluid changes and it will last forever if you want it to.

[@CycleCruza]

#1 problem with the 4.7 and 5.7 V8 is the CAM TOWER LEAK. A 5k fix! I've talked to a few Toyota master techs and they said all of the 2nd gen Tundras will have this issue. The Car care Nut Toyota master tech on YouTueb said the same thing. You can get on as little as 50k miles or higher miles. Some tundra owner just choose to ignore it and add oil. I can sleep at night with any oil leak, had my Chevy van fixed a couple times because of oil leaks, mainly because of rot.

[@sunsetoriginals7320]

I think this is only really an issue if regular maintenance was not done on time. If you find one that was well cared for, you won't typically have these issues. But I would definitely run from that Tacoma. The 2 different colours is a dead give away.

[@Buildingexcellence11]

I’d pass on this one. And I’d go down south to find a truck. A little cheaper, no rust issues.

[@jondoe431]

cant wait to see the truck camper build..and the tundra sounds better idea..enjoy your videos and expertise as always

[@normalisntcomingback.Jesusis]

Get a full size pickup for a camper build don't waste your time or ours with a mini truck

[@Atrip111]

May be hard to find and pricey. Nissan xterra, but than would want trailer or rooftop.

[@CycleCruza]

No trailer, I hate towing stuff. What about the Nissan trucks? They seem to be priced decent. I had a pathfinder V6 4x4 back in the day and it was great.

[@Atrip111]

@@CycleCruza ya i get the trailer thing. Me neither if i end up van life. My minivan or get cheap c class maybe. Having a b van and thinking it stealth is silly. Anyone can tell it's not a work van what the hookcups in solar and stuff on it. Don't know much about the trucks I used to be a lot more into cars when I was younger. The Nissan trucks would basically be rebadged ford. I think some of those Frontier FX4 is weren't bad but I don't know

[@BrassCatcher365]

Hard pass on that small Tacoma

[@CycleCruza]

💯

[@mikeskidmore6754]

If you live in Colorado you have lost 40% of your Power at 10,000 Feet you need a Turbo in the Mountains.. In CO it's the Altitude not the steepness of the hills..

[@michaelbrinks8089]

Combination of thin air & steep hills...Even at sea level a steep hill is gonna bog the engine down. So I could only imagine at 10K feet trying to climb a steep hill. That's one place where a high torque electric would have an advantage.

[@mikeskidmore6754]

@@michaelbrinks8089 My 81 GMC 1/2 Diesel Pickup did OK at 10,000 feet I just had to drive it in second gear.. in the Mountains 3 speed auto .. One morning 10F below zero I had to plug it in to get it started ..

[@CycleCruza]

I lived in Colorado Springs for 5 years back in the early 00's. 4 cylinders are the worst there. I had a Nissan Pathfinder V6 4x4 and we liked it, we 4x4'd all through the mountains everywhere without issue.

[@michaelbrinks8089]

@@CycleCruza Those Colorado land & real estate prices are a joke.

[@darylhill9400]

The budget four cylinder will go 1,000,000 miles 2TRFE steel block built like tank motor and tranny wise

[@patrickkerr1396]

I like those, Especially the 4 Banger manuals,, I notice the Bed is a Darker Shade then the Cab Gray,, Or my old Eyes aren't working,,

[@CycleCruza]

They are so lethargic tho. My Lexus RX330 V6 felt like a rocket compared to that truck. lol

[@MrWolf2212]

Look into Nissan Frontier with v6. They can be found for a little bit less

[@CycleCruza]

I did, I test drome a 2012 with high mileage, he only wanted 6k. The V6 on the Frontier felt better than on the Tacoma V6 I also test drove. However, I had that truck inspected and it needs about 6k in repairs. I might check out some more frontiers, I hear they are pretty according to Scotty Kilmer. The V6 Frontier feels more torquey than the Tacoma V6.

[@Frank_Torre]

Simple solution is Tacoma for lifted offroad build and Tundra for camper truck build. Either way they'll be bulletproof reliable.

[@CycleCruza]

Their reliability is the best hands down and they are awesome off-road when modded. I just feel the tacomas are way overpriced. A used Tundra is a much better deal.

[@tizzin8r]

That 5.7 l V8 is a beast.

[@RichardHinks-c1h]

You cant take your bike with you safely inside like your motovan i vote for a new van build like a 4x4 sprinter moto van, good luck cyclecruza whatever you choose but dont think the toyota pickup is the right route

[@BrianDoherty-e8s]

Toyota has the rep for quality, but you pay for that whether the particular truck you are looking at is itself good. You might look at a newer Colorado, they are cheaper and not too bad. I know, Chev, a four-letter word, but that is also just rep. They aren't bad; I have a 2019 that runs like a top. Best to look for manual trans vehicles that are base model or similar. The more features the more chance for things to go wrong, especially in used vehicle. Which brings up the next point, since you are a high roller why not get a new rig -- let some of those moths out of your wallet! I am really cheap and I bought my 2019 new!

[@winter-survivor]

I would never buy a car if I spot a single drop of rust on it? It seems Americans are more relaxed about such details hahaha.

[@stuglenn1112]

If you take care of it at all that Taco will last at least 300K miles. Ford, GM or Ram are about ready for the Junk yard at 100K.

[@Mike_and_Life]

That thing has been in an accident. Sounds like it was oil starved for years.

[@CycleCruza]

According to Carfax it had no accidents, 1 owner and a clean history with maintenance records. The dealer said it had been a farm truck for all of its life except for the last two years.

[@TheMajesticOne]

RUN from that rust bucket!!! With all the rust you can see, imagine how much you CAN’T see!!! I wouldn’t give $8,999, much less $12,999. Keep looking. You’ll find a good one. It may take a little while, but they’re out there.

[@jerrycoon3369]

Pass for me

[@CycleCruza]

👍

[@KILLKING110]

that isn't a truck its a truck knock off if you can't fit a mountain bike at least with the gate closed then it isn't a truck

[@CycleCruza]

You can, it has a 6ft bed. The double cab is the one with the short 5.5 bed.

[@wildandliving]

V8 tundra if maintained is better its more reliable just rust kills it

[@adrianhall210]

Hey CycleCruza, just so you know the Toyota Tundra has the worst crash rating out of all full sized pickups.

[@CycleCruza]

Looks good to me: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z6Cud5yceMqEY5I