Multiple Reasons Why 1st Gen Toyota Tundras Are Better Than ALL Toyota Tacomas

I decided to go over the multiple reasons that I believe why the 1st gen double cab Toyota Tundra is better than ans 2005-2020 Toyota Tacoma. This review is with a 2005 Tundra against my 2015 Toyota Tacoma. The 2005-2006 Toyota Tundras are the ones you want due to VVTi engines and 5 speed automatic transmissions.
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[@beenbizzy3842]

Delete this video before 1st gen tundras prices skyrocket

[@Garagetopics]

Haha if that does happen, maybe they will get more aftermarket support? Subscribe if you want I'll be building mine up

[@610smoke]

Im already planning on selling my car and getting one now

[@TheBeatenPaths]

They already are lol. For their years and mileage.

[@billymendoza8157]

LOL so true

[@comancheclub3449]

Yaaaaaa, to late for that. An 04 v6 4x2 w/300k goes for $6k around me. I bought mine about 2 years ago and to say i got a smokin deal would be a crime. 02 SR5 TRD 4x4 tow package 192k, not a d**n thing wrong with it and as the cherry on top, spent its whole life in ARIZONA, $4,000 I could sell it within a day, even w/ 233k, for $6k or $7k. If you find a tundra for a good price, especially if its 4x4/v8/limited/TRD, buy that sucker. One of the very very few none "classic" vehicles that is actively appreciating in value.

[@SlykillerB]

I've got 552k miles on my 1st Gen Tundra with no rebuilds

[@Garagetopics]

That is insane!! Any radiator issues?

[@konkhmer4life]

You got 400,000 miles to go.

[@jeffhenderson2357]

Put 430k on mine- sold it a few years ago- I still see it around town. I never did ANY major work and--original trans fluid 😳👍

[@xero1573]

It's the 4.7

[@anthonyzozaya411]

whats your secret???

[@chao9323]

I'm a toyota technician and those 1st gen 4.7L tundra is the most reliable truck toyota ever built. Never seen anything really goes wrong with these truck with my 12 years working for Toyota. The transmission and engine is bullet proof. The engine block is cast iron and never leak or burn a drop of oil. If I was to choose a vehicle to drive all across country and knowing it will be reliable ..it will be the first gen tundra

[@Garagetopics]

That is great to hear! Now that they are getting older I'd like to see how everything else holds up on the truck like electronics etc. Subscribe if you want I'll be building my tundra up on the channel

[@kftc1980]

Garage Topics I have an 01 Sequoia with close to 200k, it clearly had a hard life and “deferred maintenance” with previous owners. The guts and electronics are pretty much bulletproof. I lost one coil pack, 5 minute fix for $45. The interior and body is garbage. I guess you can’t have it all at this price.

[@joenichols9012]

My 2000 access cab limited drives like a dream with 115k on it. I did all the recommended “100k” jobs to it (six ball joints to include upper, lower, and toe rod ends, belt and water pump, bearing carrier and u joints, shocks and struts, plugs, ALL fluids, valve cover gaskets, tube seals, and grommets, and the two oil cooler seals, as well as replace brake pads and shoes, drums, rear brake pistons, upgraded to larger front brakes, also replaced all lights to LED, replaced window rain visors and rail caps, 10:43 and needed to replace radiator, master cylinder, and entire throttle body which included servo motor and both sensors and new gasket. With price of truck and all this done by myself it was still under 16k for it. It’s a 2WD and the only thing I wish it had was a damn diff locker which I can get from Eaton for around 800 (and whatever cost to install professionally and correctly). I plan and hope to keep this truck for a very very long time unless I find a super deal on an 05 or 06 dbl cab with a diff locker or a good LSD.

[@averagezombie125]

I know the ball joints tend to fail on the first gen tundras but i think thats mostly the pre 04 tundras

[@georgeponnay447]

My 2000 Sr5 4.7L with 256K miles burns no oil, runs like new. I'll never ever sell this truck! You're not the first Toyota tech I've heard say this.

[@rudystraight1750]

One thing I love are the AC's in the tundras are freezing cold.

[@dangda-ww7de]

you're kidding right? other car that are not cold is because the freon leak a little bit every year, if u want cold put some freon in there.

[@JERRYR708]

@@dangda-ww7de He is not kidding. My 03 Tundra gets colder than my new 18 Camry.

[@seanmobley117]

@@dangda-ww7de I think it may have to do with engine size and how much power the compressor leeches from the engine. I regularly drive 2 different 5.7 Tundras, one 2007 and one 2008. I used to daily a 2003 4.7 Tundra. After topping them all off with freon the newer 5.7s definitely got colder and got colder faster then the 4.7.

[@jlg8689]

They have been making components lighter and smaller to meet strickter epa regulations so i wouldnt be surprised if the compressor of the tacoma was much eco/smaller

[@blairwilliams136]

My truck spent time in the Nevada Dessert this year when I drove down to burning man and the A/C was freezing cold the whole time .

[@bennguyen1325]

Toyota v8 4.7L is the best engine on their truck line. Too bad, they killed the engine.

[@noahjones3955]

They killing the 5.7 too

[@colinmilstead8381]

Just need to be careful of the catalytic converters clogging. Had that happen on my 04 and it blew compression on two cylinders at 194k. Had to get a new motor but it’s only got 30k on the block now (had 18k when I bought it.)

[@colinmilstead8381]

Bestia13 I’m not sure how long it was bad seeing as I bought the truck at 189k miles. Mechanic that did the replacement said too much back pressure could’ve made the cylinders drop since he didn’t find anything else wrong. Unfortunately I can do a good majority of Mechanicals on my trucks but getting that deep into a motor is out of a range of expertise. Once it gets down to dropping cylinders like that I unfortunately have to take the word of whatever mechanic I believe I trust

[@umarium2687]

We still have those engines in the middle east

[@alabama2uz]

@@umarium2687 You can probably get and land cruiser 70 series. I'd buy one if I could in the US.

[@reidhansen4405]

This video is the reason I just bought a 2004 double cab 4x4 197 000 kms today Cheers from Toronto!

[@ryans1649]

How much did u buy it for?

[@jeffrey9102]

I felt the same way .... I bought a 2015 sport LONGBED 22k miles 4x4 Tacoma for$29,500 and hated it . I sold it after 1yr for $30,500 and bought a 2006 Tundra 2wd 130k miles for $6,500 . I couldn't be happier. I love the tundra 1st gen.

[@richarde1355]

What did you hate about the Tacoma? What do like about the Tundra over the Tacoma? Thanks!

[@jeffrey9102]

@@richarde1355 the plastic bed in the Tacoma makes it feel like a toy. The seats in the Tacoma suck ass and the truck rides like shit on long drives . The 1st gen tundra rides smooth like a Cadillac, comfy seats, feels like a solid truck .

[@richarde1355]

@@jeffrey9102 Thanks, man!

[@DicklesProductions]

2006 is so nice

[@roblincoln10]

Just grabbed an 06 4x4 fully loaded and am so stoked

[@QualityCutsPLS]

Miss my first gen Tundra. Best truck I ever owned period.

[@matt6165]

Was actually really curious about the old tundras vs the tacomas. Thanks for doing the video, and those tundras look really nice with an after market front bumper.

[@Garagetopics]

Oh they sure do! I have 0 need for one, but want one bad just to make it look better

[@DownerJIH1981]

Thats the factory front bumper from the late model first gens. My 06 has the same bumper.

[@bout199it]

What kind of bumper?

[@chriswatson5094]

That Tundra is nice and clean! Congratulations on finding one in that condition and mileage!

[@kouher4308]

Everything you said is exactly why I have an 06 tundra. On point with your commentary

[@Garagetopics]

Thanks man! Subscribe if you want I'll be building mine up

[@timgonzalez7130]

I have a 2011crew cab trd tundra. Planned on getting a 01 but couldnt pass up the newer one and absolutely love it

[@ronjohnson8119]

I Love my ‘06 double cab. I really like the size.The new Tundras are just too big for me. The only thing I do not like about it is the turning radius- it is horrendous.’ I am a professional mechanic and we see these trucks with 3-400,000 miles often and they all still have the original powertrains.

[@wtbarber]

The turning radius on the 2004 - 2006 double cab is why I got rid of mine. I absolutely loved the truck except for the turning radius. My 2013 5.7 has been outstanding and is a better tow vehicle.

[@triplea6174]

Mm debating between the 2ndgen tacoma and 1st gen tundra. Would you still choose the tundra?

[@callmelenny]

Love my 06 4.7, only have done front suspension work at 220,000 miles. That back window is also great if you need to haul some longer lumber for short distances. Turns like a battleship though.

[@DucatiDad]

I've got a first gen Sequoia - basically the SUV version of your tundra. Hands down the best setup. I've got 35" tires and a lift and it still gets 15mpg.

[@colejrleroy8137]

I've got a 02 sequoia had for 17 years brand new only thing that I've replaced on it was struts and alternator

[@Garagetopics]

That's awesome to hear!

[@clydejohnson4251]

I love my 05. I've had it for lil over 6 years now. Mine had 100k miles whenever I bought it, now just shy of 180k and I'm having the typical issues that all of the first gens have. Going have to replace the steering rack very soon, + center support bearing & u joints. I have already done ball joints tie rod ends, suspension etc. I will say lifting & running wheel spacers as I have done causes premature wear to happen. Early summer I had to replace front an rear wheel bearings, that is no fun at all. I wish I would of bought the UCA that help accommodate for the lift I definitely feel like I wouldn't have had parts where as quickly as they did in the front end. End of the day though the truck is awesome I love it and plan on keeping it for many more years to come and hope to see it hit 300,000 miles. Good video dude

[@fgfs7268]

my grandpa has an 03 with 75k miles. He lived 2 miles away from his small business and drove less than 5 miles a day

[@phetsamonekeopraseuth2650]

sound like me, now retire my 06 Taundra got 80000mi, Don't drive much put 5k mi per yr.love it so much ,can't let her go yet

[@kanamekiyru]

Just realized my 2015 nissan has more miles than my grandpas 2005 tundra

[@dsimp765]

Great video, I agree 1st Gen Tundras are awesome for all around use. The 4.7l motor and the A340 transmission are extremely reliable if properly maintained.

[@johnnybravo5962]

I bought a ‘04 Tundra recently with 132k miles. Perfect frame no rust. Timing belt replaced at 95k. Was a daily driver for a Vietnam vet; drove 10k per year and garage kept. Perfect condition. 11 grand out the door; best decision car wise I made.

[@nicholasbeane6414]

I recently bought a ‘02 Tundra with 148,000 miles and I love it.

[@sdz9850]

Great truck! I found a deal on a nice one, so didn't get all of the options I wanted...but you have to jump when you see something special. I got a 2003 Tundra Access Cab, 2wd, killer camper shell w/barn-doors...and only 35,000 miles. Had it 3 years now and am still under 60,000. Been the best truck ever!

[@andrewandresian770]

I love my Tacoma 2012 just like yours. Drove the new one and loved the interior but not the way it drove. I have 148,600 on mine I'm the only owner and haven't had a single problem with it. I won't let it go. Thx for making the video

[@shanek.9514]

Good review, thanks. There must have been a sweet spot for cars in the mid to late 90’s to mid 2000’s; Toyota’s in particular.

[@DjTspaRoLEoffIcER]

Great comparison review... agree with your assessment. I have a 2005 4WD SR5 Tundra. Bigger than the Tacoma and smaller than the Full Size 1/2 Tons from the other makes. Perfect size to do everything. 👍

[@mctron22rd]

I have an 06' Tundra that has criss crossed the country multiple times. Love the first generation Tundra, the new ones, especially the 12', are problem prone. Great vid!!

[@Chris-tn6vb]

excellent vid man, appreciate it. About to buy a 2006 limited double cab tundra, i'm so much more stoked now!

[@berto8797]

Got a 06 sr5 double myself and love it. Looking forward to this journey of yours

[@Garagetopics]

Thanks man! Be sure to subscribe got some good stuff planned for the truck in the works

[@dannyg5636]

For the most part it comes down to opinion it does come down to what you need. But I do agree with you. One big thing is the 4.7 in that tundra is one of Toyotas most reliable engine. So it probably one of the most top rated overall engines .

[@joycebreckenridge1315]

Our 2004 tundra has 179,000 original, one owner, us. We changed time belt that’s it. Changed headlights today. Love ours. Will keep forever.

[@geoyaj1042]

Thanks for this! Looking forward to the video on what to look for in a first gen Tundra.

[@Garagetopics]

You bet! Need to get on that asap!

[@kane6106]

First truck was an 03 Tundra. Probably the best truck money could buy and they're still pretty incredible.

[@legalsolutions07]

I really like the size of the 1st gen Tundra. It's like a 3/4 size pickup that still has a nice look. I owned an 02 Tundra and I'm buying an 06 Tundra with the access cab. I like the full 4dr but I really don't have any need for it as I don't carry any passengers. I think you made a wise choice and I believe you will really enjoy your Tundra.

[@jamesvandyke5874]

I see that black 1st gen Access Cab in the background NICE!

[@MiguelRamirez-bn9sz]

Get one if u can we have an 06 double cab with tss package, awesome truck love it, only 127k miles on it, thanks to it, it convinced me to get a 2019 doble cab so now we have 2 tundras but i still love driving the 06

[@Matt-ix6ne]

I totally agree with you, I have a 2001 with the access cab. It's a perfect sized truck! Great power too.

[@vincesoliman6923]

This was the video that convinced me to get a gen 1 tundra. Copped a 2005 Double Cab limited with 80k. During the chip shortage, got it for 23k -_-, but still cheaper than a Tacoma. I’ve been driving it for about 14 months and I’m in love with this truck! The V8 power alone makes it enjoyable to drive

[@wesv6037]

sorry that happen to you

[@calebrogers317]

😂😂😂😂

[@efaciler2462]

Dang! That's a pile of money for a 2005

[@vincesoliman6923]

@@efaciler2462 yes, it’s a lot of money, but a 2012 Tacoma with 70k miles was going for 38,000 at the time (during chip shortage). And I got it from the dealer. If I were to do it again, I’d go through FB marketplace

[@vincesoliman6923]

@@efaciler2462 it was either that or a 2015 taco for $38,000

[@dennisranck1613]

You are spot-on with the first gen Tundra. I have a 2004 double cab four-wheel drive. I love it. But I do need to upgrade to a newer truck. I am opted to get a generation 2 Toyota Tacoma vs a generation 3 Toyota Tacoma or a newer Toyota Tundra because of the points that you mentioned in your video. By the way, I get 12 miles per gallon in my truck.

[@harrystephens1658]

I have to agree, I have owned a 2006 for 13 or 14 years. Had very few problems, changed timing belt around 100k miles. Gas mileage is about 15 to 16 mpg. No rust, just a great size truck. It pulls our camp trailer with no problem. Really like this truck.

[@gtrance3567]

I have a 2005 tundra access cab and for me it’s the perfect size truck. Back seat is fine for our needs and the bed is big enough for mountain bikes! At the same time the entire truck fits in the garage with a foot to spare! Great trucks and video!

[@Garagetopics]

Thanks man! My neighbor has an access cab haha so it will prob be in some of the videos!

[@Sm0k3y707]

Nice! Love my DC 06’ tundra. Mine came with a bench seat up front. Wish I had that sunroof!

[@rileyjames7912]

I test drove a 2014 Tacoma yesterday and wasn't impressed. Now I'm in the market for an 06 Tundra, thanks for this video.

[@rahulrane1658]

Wow, that is some useful comparison. And yes the older Tundras and Sequoias are very robust

[@SunShyne_Culture]

I have 55k on my 1st Gen 06 Tundra, no rebuilds, cloth interior. Great machine.

[@davidrice2669]

Great video! Because it looks like a truck, it’s simple, dependable and drives and feels amazing

[@Garagetopics]

Thanks man! Subscribe I'll have a lot more videos out for the 1st gen tundra!

[@PeterHartman1]

You are spot on man. I sold a 2006 reg cab 4x4 tacoma for $12k (a completely reasonable number considering what else was on the market at the time nation wide). That truck had no options at all other than 4wd. I picked up a 2006 DC limited 4wd tundra for $1500 more. It had a few less miles. I have cruise control, power windows, double the doors and double the cylinders. I went from no options to all the options. Oh and don't hate on the wood grain. I have had it in my 4runner for 14 years. You will grow to love it.

[@colbyturner9573]

I'm looking for a first car and the tacoma was the main thing I was looking at. But now I've been thinking more of the tundra rather then the tacoma. Great review!

[@Garagetopics]

Thanks! If its your first vehicle, you cant go wrong with either truck. I left this out in the video, but I have owned a access cab 05 Tacoma and I liked that truck a lot - I just needed 4 doors otherwise I would have kept it.

[@SigXman]

Got a 2004 tundra. Still runs like a champ today. Don't drive it as much anymore but when I do. She purrrrs

[@805NAVE]

I love the wood in the tundra lol! Just like my 05 Land Cruiser ! Luxurious capable reliable beats! 275,000 miles on my LC. Just getting started. Parents bought it new in 04.

[@jamesvandyke5874]

I absolutely love the 1st gen Tundra. Great showing of what Japanese can create. Made in America too! Right in Texas. I have a 02 Access Cab for the wife and a 05 Double Cab for me . both limited, lifted, 34's, all the works. Bought 2 for the price of one new Tacoma

[@Garagetopics]

Hell yea brother! Subscribe if you want, I'll be building up mine to be more modern!

[@fredflinstone1093]

Loving my '01 Tundra since 2003....It is refreshing to hear the common sense point about the size. I consider my '01. 4.7 V8, access cab the perfect size. I have never understood the "gigantic" truck concept.unless you are towing some very big loads and you have to have it.

[@thespoopygh0st]

I mean I've had the same 2004 double cab tundra for about 15 or so years amd I only just replaced the battery it came with from the factory, it's a great truck and is very reliable.

[@johnnybravo5962]

Spoopy Ghost replace the timing belt on time or you could break the engine

[@andrewgagliardi8475]

I have said the same thing since I got my 05 Tundra. The perfect true midsized truck

[@Garagetopics]

Agreed! Be sure to subscribe I got some good plans for mine

[@christopherhale5445]

The perfect truck period!!!

[@mannymotta2174]

Great video. I have a 2016 Tacoma 4x4 TRD double cab. When I first bought the truck, the shifting was horrible and I hated it. 50k miles later after a tranny remapping and changing those crappy Kevlar tires to Falken Wildpeak AT3w, it's like driving a whole different truck. Doesn't downshift up hills like before. Truly amazing now and with the better tires , rides way nicer. I avg 20 plus mpgs. It tows really well if you use the ECT power button. Tow 6400 lbs. With all that said....I love tundra too...but here in Rhode Island, they are all rotted.

[@Garagetopics]

Oh yea totally, key to the tundras being good is if they are rust free. If not, game over

[@tysonsimon5707]

Bought myself a 2006 Tundra SR5 last year with 164K miles and came from California then brought over to Newfoundland Canada, Best feature of the truck is that back window coming down, Best purchased i've made so far!

[@patrickkerce2060]

The double cab is a foot longer than the Access cab. I like the size of the AC better and I don't carry people much. I have always preferred a 1G tundra over any Taco though.

[@raywright2401]

The DC is a foot longer BUT the access cab an go up to two feet longer than the DC which means a lot for camper conversion or work truck on the road.

[@Izzy-qv5eb]

I have the same Tundra mine has 70k miles and could not agree more I love the size the power reliability and it has a nice look !

[@fillupread]

I couldn't agree with everything you said more. I have an 05 Tundra with a few inches of lift and larger tires. I am currently at 300,000 miles and have had one axle bearing fail. It is one of the best trucks Toyota has made by far. I do understand that the next generation tundra has a smaller crew cab and a longer bed, just like yours, because so many people wanted the crew cab but still wanted at least a 6' bed. Great video.

[@WillMV8893]

I have an 05 SR5 but have the sunroof. Love it. Have 224,000 miles and going strong

[@heavyj2134]

Love my '04 double cab! No VVTi, and only 4 speed automatic transmission, but it's a great truck! I'm looking at getting a much newer Tundra, but the double cab size sucks, and the crewmax box size sucks. I'll probably end up with a crewmax, but dammit I will sorely miss that extra 6" of box length. I wish they would bring back the first gen double cab proportions. She's perfect! Great video! I would do the same thing, ditch the Tacoma if you're gonna do some towing.

[@keachmister]

Mine has a production date of 10/99. She's 20 baby! Still turns heads it looks so good. Runs 100%.

[@willbearheart7919]

Still running?

[@keachmister]

@@willbearheart7919 going strong

[@willbearheart7919]

@@keachmister oh hell yeah!

[@REDROCKMAN2010]

I have a 2000 Tundra access cab set up for off road ! 35" tires and lockers. Best cheap reliable truck out there by far, and very capable off road !

[@pcer9973]

I subscribed great video. Thank you definitely will be getting a Tundra.

[@Garagetopics]

Nice thanks a lot! I'll be doing some upgrades so definitely stay tuned!

[@carterhanks]

Tacoma’s definitely have their place. However I recently switched from a 3rd gen 4runner for similar reasons. More power, more space, and I can fit in the garage again. However I’ve had a 4.0 second gen Tacoma and I loved it. However the tundras are more affordable and I was looking for a wider platform for my tent setup anyway. Pretty stoked myself!

[@Garagetopics]

Nice!! I agree Tacomas do have their place, but they aren't the total solution people think they should be

[@SaSpursFan]

Just subbed to your channel. I agree with you about the tundra. They are overall well rounded trucks that don’t have all the bells and whistles of an f150 but have the reliability and good value of the Toyota badge

[@Garagetopics]

Thanks man!! I wanted a raptor but when I wrote down what i wanted and costs on paper the Tundra made a whole lot of sense. I like modifying/enhancing vehicles so the tundra will be getting some upgrade to make it more modern this year, I'll film it all and post it here 😎

[@Z3R0GT.]

Nice video! I completely agree with all of your statements. I'm looking for a diamond in the rough like you have found in your Tundra.

[@Garagetopics]

They are out there, just have to stay on the hunt!

[@kftc1980]

Get one with the bigger brakes, or prepare to upgrade them yourself (not that hard).

[@jimrossabrena7955]

Love this vid! My dad bought a 2006 1st gen when I was in 4th grade. Now that I have my license I get to drive it to school everyday. I can’t go back to driving anything smaller. I wish to buy the truck from my dad and get him a new one once I’m successful in pursuing my career

[@Garagetopics]

Nice job man! This is a cool story

[@francoa.9646]

Wow, had no idea the back window went down. Pretty cool. I wonder if there are camper shells that seal against the cab making it a pass-thru.

[@jayg9014]

Yup they do I forgot the name of the brand but my pops has one

[@EchoSlash]

I own a 06 Tundra SR5 and it has 4wd and its amazing truck. I have 204,000 miles on it and still runs great and its a pretty good offroader too. The thing im surpise about is the 1st gen tundras are very underrated

[@Garagetopics]

Totally! I really like my truck and prefer it over the new Tundras, which is weird to say but true

[@EchoSlash]

@@Garagetopics I'll say this , i do like the look of the new tundras but longer i own my 1st gen more i realize bigger dose not really mean better especially for off road and like you said the 1st gen is a perfect size

[@Garagetopics]

@@EchoSlash yep, the size is what I'm mainly referring to here. The 1st gen double cab is a perfect size! I like the 99-06 silverado 2500 sizes as well

[@chrisbaiocco3982]

Garage Topics great video! the proportions of a 3rd gen tundra and ‘01 Silverado are closer than you’d think. Length is about the same and the I’m able to fit my ‘17 double cab into the same garage that I had to shoe-horn my ext cab Silverado into...mainly the way the upper portion of the tundra cab tapers inward ...which pulls-in the side mirrors. It’s also a shorter engine bay than an older Silverado.

[@Lowkey_ID]

My 06 dbl cab sr5 is a driveway queen, it only has 83,000 miles on it.

[@kebleward7550]

Good video. I have a 03 Tundra (V6, 4×4, manual transmission) and I really like it. It's my favorite vehicle. I also have a 2016 Tacoma ( V6, 4x4, manual transmission) but do not like it as much as the tundra. I only wish my 03 Tundra was a V8 but then it wouldn't be manual transmission, which I like.

[@jayicg6189]

I love my 2005 DC 4wd. Bought it new and will keep it until the wheels fall off. Haha. Never had any issues, great reliable truck. Just hit 71k miles.. I take it the mountains for camping, skiing, hauling my family’s stuff. Have a topper that really makes it handy. Okay gas mileage. The truck rides nice- especially with Michelin tires.

[@J.W.W.]

I shouldn’t have sold my 2006 TRD Tundra crew cab 😞

[@guyontheinternet8891]

What did you buy after selling it?

[@king49334]

A kia

[@82lowe36id]

Yeah I sold my 2005 TRD Quad cab Tundra.....still regret it. Can't find a clean one now

[@ToyotaNutjob]

Yea.. very stupid move on your part

[@J.W.W.]

Recently bought a 2019 F150 XLT. FAR superior truck, I no longer regret selling the Tundra. Especially since I’m a Michigander and it would have needed a new frame.

[@DanielBowens]

Tacos are great if you don’t need an actual truck lmao. But I freakin love my tundra. Dope video

[@jeangranato7547]

Nah

[@wavesanddirt3715]

Tundras are sickkk

[@mrjjthor]

Never been a fan of Tacomas and the new Tundras are too big. First gen Tundras, imo, are the perfect size.

[@plantxvibe9571]

I mean if you go off roading and towing under 3,500ibs i mean aint bad

[@johnstanford1103]

It’s an actual truck. Your opinion don’t change straight up facts. Just not made for heavy hauling.

[@brentbutner1208]

Have a 2002 tundra with the extra cab. 330k runs like new. This has me think about upgrading to a 2006 with that double cab. Thanks for the info.

[@dbadgones]

This Tundra Is Beautiful and all of it Features congrats for having it so clean, i have a 2012 TX Pro and i LOVE it, but i mean, these are 2 different type of trucks at the end, is like comparing an Echo to a Corolla or a BMW series 3 to a series 5, in most or if not, all of it features are going to be better.

[@lilflip416]

Video on what to look out for when buying the tundra 1st gen

[@JohnAvantiBK]

My Taco 08 has 224k miles and I avg. 19.65 mpg just drove it 1000 miles this week cruising at 75 90 mph. Tundra 10 13 mpg bigger more for the bang. 3 rd gen Tacos drive good and smooth vs 2 nd gen. Two completely diffrent trucks Taco n Tundra and uses. As far as mpg on your taco. It's not broken in yet.

[@nunya9555]

Tundras get better mileage than 10 to 13, lol.

[@user-hd8ej8yx9p]

All true! I just sold my Tacoma and bought a 2006 Tundra CrewCab, 4x4. the difference is very considerable. so much more comfortable for long trips, which is our main use of it.

[@UncleSam077]

Love my 05 SR5 Tundra double cab. 2uz-fe is a champ. Put an ARB bumper on it ($400 on craigslist) and a snug top camper shell ($200 on craigslist). It is an amazing daily/trail/camper/tow rig. I bought mine from the original owner with 120k miles and a full service history. Paid just north of 12k for it 2 years ago. Has approx. 135k on it now and many more to come! Beats leasing or financing a $500/month Taco any day of the week!

[@jamiethomas8975]

The first gen Tundras are such a perfect size and still kinda under the radar. Picked up an 01 Access Cab last year and love the fact that its wider than my Tacoma I had before it. Its shorter than the newer 4 door Tacomas too and still has a 6 foot bed! It was also sooo much cheaper than a Tacoma! Mine had 75,000 miles when I bought it for 9 grand! 4wd too!

[@Garagetopics]

That's a killer deal! Yea I believe they are under the radar hardcore...hope the video buildup of mine doesnt blow it! Subscribe if you want to watch the buildup of mine

[@Mygfisawesone]

I feel the same way with 3rd gen 4runners. They last forever. I have an ‘01 with 250k miles and it still runs as good as the day it came off the lot

[@nunya9555]

I knew a guy that had 450k on his when the head gasket failed. It still ran, and a little head work would make it run again for a lot longer

[@temoorejr]

I have a 2001 Toyota Tundra Access Cab...201,500 miles. Strong as an Ox! Love it...I don’t think I will ever get rid of it.

[@quincyq2125]

Lots of really good points, but I just couldn’t part with my Tacoma. Especially with the manual trans option

[@quincyq2125]

Colby Davis Well I was really only talking about newer trucks, plus if I would get a tundra I would want that v8

[@JaimePerez-zy9mc]

And i was just considering selling my 06 . Never mind🥴

[@user-tw8ov]

Umm tundra for sale

[@Flexin010]

I have a 06 i bought off of a auction.

[@MrBigChops]

S Row • Do you prefer auctions to dealerships & private sellers? If so, why?

[@christopherhale5445]

Dont you dare do it!!!!

[@WhiteWizard44]

Great Video!! But when do you have time to drive either truck after mowing that lawn??

[@nickschrunk]

You're exact;y right about the new Tundras. The year you have is the BEST year. I have a 2006 Sequoia and love it. Like your channel.

[@Garagetopics]

Thanks be sure to subscribe if you want more tundra content!

[@carsongallegos5211]

Just sold mine a couple months ago gosh I miss it a lot honestly

[@JamesJohnson-sl3ui]

You are spot on

[@deathleprosy27]

Cool video man I'm actually looking to getting myself an '04 Toyota tundra

[@homedaily6570]

I'm currently driving my 02 limited tundra, No rust, everything still kickn like it should. I'm leavin it stock. This thing A BEAST!!!

[@brianyoung7854]

You are spot on with everything you said! Still driving my 2001 Tundra because the Tacoma is too cramped and the new Tundras are way too big, plus my 4.7 V8 has 250,000 miles and still runs like new.

[@TopshelfJunior]

2003 Tundra SR5 (4.7L V8) - 167k miles - $7500 /// good deal or nah ?! Don't know much about Tundras / Tacomas but.. Got bikes and a dirtbike so...I gotta cop a truck...

[@alex1.089]

Topshelf Junior that’s what they’re pretty much going for. Got my 02 Limited back in 07 for that price. Only had around 140k miles I believe.

[@jakepeleshuck3701]

Brian are you still driving the 01 tundra? Curious how it is closer to 300 on it

[@brianyoung7854]

@@jakepeleshuck3701 I am still driving , had the timing belt done again and had to replace the power steering rack, but it’s still going strong

[@baseline4102]

just change the timing belt every 80,000 miles That 4.7L engine can reach million miles easly 👌

[@jimmac1953]

Dealer said don't bother. They have never seen a belt failure -- I personally doubt that so I did mine at 120k. Have 210k now.

[@garbagepicker17]

Replaced the timing belt on my "05 4Runner with the 4.7L engine at 180K. Gets 20mpg on the highway. I have an '05 Tundra 4.7L with 110K, hasn't had a thing wrong with it. Just drove it 1,800 miles at got just under 18mpg for the trip. Might think about doing the belt soon.

[@ronjohnson8119]

Jim Mac As a professional mechanic I routinely see these with original timing belts with over 150-200k. The ONLY time I have seen a broken timing belt on one of these was when someone went over the replacement interval on the second belt but had used a non oe belt the first time. I am sure it wouldn’t have broken if he had used factory parts. I do think the replacement interval is very cautious but I will still be replacing mine at the recommended intervals.

[@jeremynelson8496]

@@jimmac1953 That may be true but there's a silly water pump in there as well. I replaced the belt at 120k and the water pump was foaming pink stuff big time. Second replacement at 240k not so much and both times the belt looked almost new. I always buy the kits and replace pump, pulleys, tensioner, etc whenever I do mines.

[@peterlo3573]

Do you know which year has the rear sliding windows? I have a 00 Tundra and I love it. Great reliable truck. Very nice video,

[@stevenphotog4594]

I have the same exact truck and I love it. They will go a mil miles if you take care of them. The drivetrain configuration on this vehicle is a highly reliable setup.

[@Garagetopics]

That's what I am hoping for!

[@vitocorleone3724]

You would be surprised. I compared the exterior specs of the current tundra to the first gen(double cab) tundra, and the 1st gen is the same width, and actually about 2 inches longer than the current tundra.

[@ricardoabrego3185]

I have a 3rd gen tundra and I’d love to get my hands on a 1st gen.

[@andybub45]

There is no 3rd gen Tundra, at least not available yet

[@MB-gz1ji]

I have a 2005 tundra. I bought it in 2015 from the original owner with 37,000 miles on it. It wasn’t even broken in yet. It now has 93,000 miles on it and runs great. I love it.

[@Loknloder]

Ive got an 06 Derrall Waltrip edition Tundra and it’s been a solid truck, and like you said, perfect size with a v8

[@shikataganai824]

Great video, but stop letting the secret out!! Haha these are already a grip in Hawaii

[@mikejohnson9118]

You have the strangest accent. Part US/Part Aussie/Part Canadian.

[@lware1]

mike johnson is a irritating accent for sure

[@Clayson000]

its not an accent its a speech impediment. I used to have the same thing, people thought I was British.

[@CB-bl8sp]

I noticed that too. I think it is 70% American and 30% Australian.

[@vadimnesen8060]

@@CB-bl8sp he obviously can't say his "r" that's it. It's not an accent. You idiot

[@firstimeshooter6590]

It’s bugging the shit out of me. And he’s not the only person I’ve heard with this accent.

[@nicholasdupre6916]

Your honesty is what made me subscribe. I think we are afraid to admit that newer is not always better, even for the beloved Toyota brand. I have a 2003 4runner with the same v8 as your Tundra and it is vastly better than the current 4.0 and absolutely worth the hassle of 100k mile interval timing belt changes. Stay honest and detailed and you will do well.

[@Garagetopics]

Thanks man!! Appreciate the kind words and support

[@aceyorba]

Have a 2006 tundra double cab 4x4 original owner. only issues after 140k miles. . front rotors ,rear axle bearings, power steering leak, driver door latch, alternator replacement. Great truck

[@kidistight]

Sad to say my coworker just bought that new Tacoma, thankfully he hasn't asked my opinion on it.