"TacoZilla": SEMA FULL WALK AROUND

Would you buy it? How much would you pay for it? Should Toyota start manufacturing it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.
#tacomabeast #toyotatacoma #tcmbst

[@GrantWood.]

Toyota should DEFINITELY manufacture this. It would be my next car.

[@GrantWood.]

@@stuwest5862 1) There’s no price point yet 😂 2) Yes.

[@BarrySoetoro187]

I want mine in black 😎

[@GrantWood.]

@@BarrySoetoro187 that would look awesome! I wonder what color schemes they could come out with… I think Toyota has great colors for the TRD lines.

[@BarrySoetoro187]

@@GrantWood. with the way things are going we probably won't be able to get one for decades 😕

[@GrantWood.]

@@BarrySoetoro187 so true… we can only dream! I’ll still enjoy camping in our ‘07 FJ with my wife until the Tacozilla is ready😂🤘🏼

[@holdinitdowninptown]

So awesome to see Marty so stoked, he's like a kid telling his friends about his new toy.

[@tacomabeast]

Yeah it was really cool to see it too🙌

[@jackwhite3564]

Passion is always seen, something big companies miss, we notice when you care and don't care. You could make money selling grilled cheese, if you put passion in it I always say.

[@Wklambert]

LOL, I love how excited he gets talking about Tacozilla. I get winded too, when I get excited like that. Shows true passion! And, TEAK! Seriously. Pure class!!!

[@cristianalpha7257]

*And the crowd goes wild!* I love his explanation on the preference of manual over automatic transmission. Thank You Sir

[@mixflip]

I love it. Saw it at SEMA myself and was impressed. Probably needs a turbo and some air bags in the back. The springs looked maxed out. But amazing rig for sure. Toyota would make a killing if they made these again. They would need a good partner because toyota doesn't make RVs. They just provide the base truck.

[@tacomabeast]

That would be a really cool thing to see

[@Tin9800]

I’D DEFINITELY BUY THIS!! MY WIFE AND I ARE GOING CRAZY OVER THIS!!!!!

[@khoapham2764]

Man, if this was a double cab and with the long bed version for more room for the living spaces, this would definitely be on my list!! Love this conversion!! A tiny apartment with Toyota’s reliability, this is a win-win!! Marty, you’re the best!!! Tacozilla for the Win!

[@rampar77]

All Tacoma are he same length. A double cab would cut short the space in the back. Only reason I don't have a Taco. Only a access cab with 5'ft bed would fit in my garage.

[@abigailcruz6768]

They should make it automatic for the people who don't want to own a house but want to live off grid. They should definitely manufacture more models of this.

[@X862go]

Agreed 👍

[@theacrane3336]

Would be phenomenal if Toyota started manufacture this! It's everything I've been looking for in ONE truck! Love it!

[@Noneya2023]

I love my 2014 Toyota Tacoma Pre Runner crew cab! I bought her new & she has about 112,000. She still looks brand new & I will never sell her. She has never had any issues & has taken us on many road trips & brought us home safely. Again, NEVER SELLING HER! 🥰👊🏽❤️

[@tacomabeast]

Right on!

[@joeconn3394]

You can seriously see how proud Marty is for this build so cool to see that passion. Such an awesome build

[@NightWind1157]

I would be SO happy to see Toyota start making Class C campers again! I absolutely loved my '89 Toyota Dolphin! Building in a receiver hitch and tow package would be awesome! My primary issue with my Dolphin was that I had no way to bring my motorcycle!

[@tacomabeast]

That’s so sick! Woulda loved to see it

[@jeanmarino6651]

The "Tacozilla" is in a class of its own. Not for everyone. For the serious andeventurer; not intimidated by a manual transmission! 😎 I love the idea..Alaska, British Columbia, off road knows no bounds kind of vehicle!

[@mightymouse1005]

I was thinking, retirement plan.....best way to travel without driving a big trailer.

[@rampar77]

This was what I ave been waiting for. A fully equipped camper for Taco. I would pay up to $60,000 for this.

[@ljetzzl3255]

If you think this is gonna cost $60k you’re dreaming

[@dbentley2195]

@@ljetzzl3255 and that is why it will never go into production! People are tired of having to pay so much for a weekend toy.

[@cpaynes8512]

Nice! I dig the 1980's Taco Bell aesthetic and access to the camper from inside the vehicle. I don't see myself as a Van Life or RV type of person, but I could easily see myself getting one of these when I retire.

[@tacomabeast]

“Taco Bell aesthetic” 😂😂😂

[@BeyondTheCompass817]

*_It looks like a space shuttle from one of those cheesy 1970s Sci - Fi movies.... so, of course I need this vehicle!_*

[@stephenmason5773]

LOV!!! Toyota just targeted a huge demographic of campers and explorers with this one! BRILLIANT!!!!!

[@Clint_the_Audio-Photo_Guy]

When I'm LIVIN' IN A VAN DOWN BY THE RIVER, I want it to be this.

[@kerryhart8661]

I like the pass through,,makes more sense. The simple design…nice details. Would love this for more than a weekend.

[@bfilbey2664]

Is that the same Marty Schwerter that won all of the Baja races with Ivan Stewart? He is a legend in Mexico! I remember one year in Mexico, the crowds were yelling his name as he drove his Tacoma chase truck thru Ensenada. Viva Martini, Viva Martini. Congratulations on scoring this interview. We hope he comes back to visit someday. He is missed by the people of Baja!

[@tacomabeast]

That could be him! That’s crazy though I would have never thought about that

[@fergalfarrelly8545]

Love the manual trasmission and yes toyota should manufacture this.

[@jaromiahtaylor5386]

This is such an awesome build! Thanks for the walk around!

[@tacomabeast]

Thanks for watching!

[@KingpinKumar]

Maximum I’d pay is $80k but I’d prob buy it regardless. Super excited for this. Big move into my tiny home incoming when this beast lands

[@AnabolicRick915]

Good luck. Dealers wanting 50 or 60k for tacos these days it’s nuts

[@bane8305]

I'd pay 45k most

[@jwuhome]

If you checked other available options on the market, this is easily going to cost over $100k.

[@mnm806]

Thoughts? If you build it, they will come! I am so tired of other countries having the campers and RV's that I want that are so much better than ours! Also, of anything here worth buying there are year long waiting lists! Build it already!

[@michaelr0x0rs]

Man this is beautiful. I mean if it's less than the cost of a new home.. like the man said.it would be great for just getting out of town. Love the idea behind the manual. In Alaska I think snowboarders would love it too. I hope we will see this soon.

[@chet174able]

That color scheme i remember from when I was a kid. Really cool.

[@coupage2836]

It's awesome!, good to see Toyota bring back, he said chinook but, more like the Sunrader. He's right it's perfect for a couple to get away in, it is very nice. For me, it's too nice, if there is such thing, I fall into that category. However, is not an overlander, it's more of an overroader. Nonetheless it is very nice.

[@bigwalpaul]

We were thinking of getting a Tacoma for our second vehicle, given we already have a Tundra. But the Tacozilla, would be a game changer for us and we would buy it in a heartbeat. Please start manufacturing this most awesome camper.

[@tacomabeast]

If you liked this one you should check out our truckhouse video, it’s a similar concept but they’re actually producing it 🤙

[@FarmerDrew]

Haha I love this 80s camping vibe, now put a 5th wheel hitch on a Tacoma, bring back the Sunrader 5th wheel camper

[@tacomabeast]

😂

[@treydenier1561]

Please do it Toyota!!!!! this thing catches the eye so well, and think of how many people out there live in campers!!! Imagine if this thing could tow a RV, it would be a hotel on wheels!!!!

[@spamanator666]

Now, Toyota, please build these for real! Chinook is still in business, collaborate. There would likely be a small market for these.

[@michaelfay794]

I would love to take that off the grid for 3 days. Fantastic build. Thanks for the great vidio.

[@tacomabeast]

That would be a cool trip!

[@Greghook]

You mean 30 days? :-)

[@steveteeceebee670]

Nice. Hopefully see these in a few years.Good desert ,beach and dirt road rig.Would put a pull out cover on that skylight to reduce daytime heat.Put duallies on it for stability and more sand flotation.Needs a front locker.Would cost around $130,000.

[@tacomabeast]

That sounds like the dream!

[@mikalbrown3227]

The only better than an interested interviewee is an interested interviewer. Marty was getting hyped!

[@tuomasholo]

It’s amazing how large is the Taco fan base. Very cool rig!

[@erichrogers4856]

I’ve owned four Toyota trucks over the last 30 years and they have all been rock solid. I currently own a 2014 Tundra and unless Toyota comes out with a 1 ton this will be my last pickup. I’d never sell the Tundra but I would definitely buy this thing. But it’s been a couple of years and if they don’t get this into production soon I’m going to retire and probably won’t be able to afford this. Really nice nonetheless

[@casz7098]

Something about the way Marty talks reminds me of Chris Farley, and it's definitely not a bad thing.

[@ljwhitmire200]

I live in a TacoZilla down by the river!

[@stephenmiller4091]

Vector striping on semi and trucks is a fond nostalgic feeling

[@tomlee3035]

I love outdoors this Tacozilla is a beast. I have owned a 2008 Tacoma sports trd and this truck has 280,000 miles on it still drive like the day I brought it new.

[@tacomabeast]

Hell yeah! 🔥

[@DIY_AUTO_PHOTO]

What an amazing overland rig ! always great to see some tucks nice video ! I myself just went to rigs and coffee meet and saw some cool trucks and builds was very fun I am not pro but also tried to record a video lol and do an interview )

[@tacomabeast]

That sounds badass!

[@PB-cf9vq]

I love the fact that it's manual transmission.

[@jackwhite3564]

I'll test it. I go into the Sierras every year since I was a kid. I owned a 1st generation and on my second generation yota now. Love to try this thing, I'd pay to try this thing.

[@jamiefreeland2228]

Awesome!! I wouldn’t buy it because the price tag on it would be super expensive. Guaranteed it won’t be less than 80-90k, more than likely if they ever mass produced this, it would run 150k. It is awesome!! But I am sticking to my Skoolie build and keeping my Taco on track to becoming a weekend overlander.

[@littin3671]

Priced at 29k to 39k from different articles I read

[@nicholasbarber8051]

@@littin3671 On top of the base price of the Tacoma?

[@CalebGrahnert]

@@nicholasbarber8051 the Tacoma alone is like 30k so id imagine a 60k price point would seem reasonable but im no expert.

[@sullenday]

lol i just commented that same price before reading hyour comment. Exactly!

[@z31Joshyman]

Would love a sub 100k price point.

[@andrewmarsh6586]

Awesome truck! This is very reminiscent of the old 1985 Toyota Sunrader 4X4

[@lexwaldez]

I'd 100% use this for napping in the parking lot over lunch.

[@tacomabeast]

😂

[@INDRIDCOLD83]

Closest I'll get to one is this video, nice rig though! On to the next video of things I'll never be able to afford but are amazing.

[@tacomabeast]

😂

[@NanduJuice]

I would definite buy. Just need some additional features. For example Solar Panels for any electronics you bring, when truck is turned off. I would like to know where is the Propane tank stored for the stove?

[@madridda]

Dude Marty kinda fan girl over tacoma beast. That's pretty cool

[@tacomabeast]

Yeah we were a lil shocked too 😂

[@MacFarlane123]

Of course produce it. Pricing.... ooofh that's where it would get ugly. All of the finishings definitely look luxury. Such a sweet build. Just needs a hitch on the back for a motorbike 🤙🏼

[@stingrayshark9373]

If it was available, I think it would sell out with a waiting list for it Wish they could do something like this on the new Tundra 4x4 & I would definitely buy. Price consideration : Price of the Tacoma + $40-50K.

[@xwhels]

Hey dont give them ideas now a 15 to 20k increase sounds good to me

[@bane8305]

45k

[@Tacoma-4ever]

Wow!!! It's awesome!! I'd pay 85 or 90k and think I'd be buying a bargain

[@Timetravelwish]

Fabulous. Thank you for using aluminum over steel. Looks top quality. Bravo

[@SilverCymbal]

Awesome video & interview, such an amazing build

[@michaelrabago5539]

Would definitely purchase but have a feeling it would be too far out of my price range.

[@mexicano011]

This is incredible, I will definitely buy one!!!

[@CrissCrux]

I can't wait to start seeing these bad boys on the road.

[@CarsTechWood]

So sweet! The only criticism I have is that shower is taking up a ton of space and with a 9 gallon grey water tank, you had better shower quick. That’s maybe 2 very quick showers unless you dump your grey where you aren’t supposed to. A 40 gallon fresh and 20 gallon grey would have been sweet

[@drew8642]

Still going to need a suspension upgrade as well for the added gear and wet weight

[@mattmccormick8749]

Marty reminds me of my buddy when I was a kid when he used to excitedly show me his Pokémon collection 😎👍

[@tacomabeast]

😂😂

[@ondrepettingill2795]

You should definitely manufacture this. I so badly want to get away. I'm retired now and I want to see the world. I have a truck this size and I don't want to add a camper shell to it. My truck already has to many miles on it already. I want an all-in-one vehicle. PLEASE I NEED THIS!!!

[@Noneya2023]

The Zilla is my dream camper!

[@gearlist]

Yes, Toyota should absolutely make these 👍👍

[@luxuryraymond1810]

I like the retro 80's look.

[@tjkrueger2655]

They outdid themselves... their BTS footage of the build is worth a watch

[@readdeadredemption5090]

I love this! The ultimate getaway truck for two!! I could totally see myself taking my son hunting or camping with this

[@tacomabeast]

Exactly 🔥

[@heddingmyway5442]

This prototype needs to be shown at RV shows not just auto shows. RV'rs / campers are your target market and will give you feedback on needed features. Most people at an auto show don't have a clue what they are looking at.

[@tacomabeast]

That would be sick! This was Toyotas prototype so it probably will only be on auto shows 🥲

[@morganrowe2330]

I certainly hope they will become available cause I’m 💯 going to get one!!!

[@brianallen4410]

I want this so bad! Simple sleek and all impressive veical! I would live anywhere this tacozilla would take me!

[@tacomabeast]

🔥🔥

[@johntrueconservative2547]

Nice Manual is definitely the way to go Love it

[@gopalshrestha2960]

Loved the energy of Marty . So excited to share with friends . I will book immediately if available commercially .

[@tacomabeast]

We wish!

[@RyouConcord]

I would BUY THSI SO BAD GOD I WANT IT! I love how totally psyched the interviewer sounds hahah. man, this is a beautiful machine. I could really get lost in it.

[@Whiskeytreekilo]

Top notch Mateo! It was nice meeting you at Overland East. I would say that the TacoZilla would go starting at 80K up towards 100K. Would I buy one? Hell yeah!

[@bane8305]

Dmn i thought it was gonna be like 45k most

[@sayeednmb]

I absolutely love it. I’d buy it in a heartbeat

[@stuwest5862]

I doubt it.

[@wallyc1349]

I would buy this in a second. I've been looking for something like the Trans-Vans from the 1980s

[@tacomabeast]

I think they were going for that vintage look!

[@ArinaThomsen]

I wound definitely buy it. I love the concept and the design. I wonder if it can be made off grid too - solar powered.

[@davesou1]

WOW..NOW THAT i WOULD BUY. iT LOOKS ABOUT perfect.

[@nancypayne2184]

OK, I am a grannie and want something with a bathroom and a bed, that I can drive and handle myself. I would prefer an automatic because I'm not going off road. I don't some big camper thing I have to hook up and wrangle hoses. This is really cool and I like the idea around $75k - It would not have to have teak floors, but a microwave would be great. Maybe a very secure back door and definitely a turbo because they get better gas mileage and power. I also have to be able to climb into it - so it can't be way above ground. This is very thought proving and tempting. Great engineering. Love it!!

[@johnnymfbravo7163]

Toyota, PLEASE build the TacoZilla!

[@ryantyler2882]

offer the option on a Tundra with a V8 so you can actually tow toys, either quads or small boat/pwc...this is great...Love Toyota but I'd deff want the dually concept like (the 89 Dolphin) the old classic ones still floating around...

[@sarmed1407]

Wonderful, fantastic and genius. I would put som loops or something similar to attach my workouts gears and a place for the bicycles. Great job quality conscious. I would pay as much as i can just to emphasis my appreciation. Good luck.

[@tacomabeast]

That would be sick!

[@Shiba_Inu_Des]

Nice San Diego Padre throwback colors!

[@ronhobbs8038]

I love this so much. Wonder what the price would be?

[@4wardlobster]

Toyota needs to manufacture this. Its a no brainer, its the best in its class already. No competition luxury off road market. Look at Polaris and its market cap growth in the last 5 years. Off road market is here to stay.

[@chuyhdz3082]

I like that classic vinyl color scheme .

[@tacomabeast]

Looks sick right?

[@chuyhdz3082]

@@tacomabeast Yes sir ! Where can I get those stickers at ? Know of site ?

[@paulazmom]

Marty, thank you for creating this great camper, but you are wrong about one thing.(around 3'50") Not all overlanders are macho guys who are into cars and love manual transmission. I have been searching for an off-road camper vehicle that is absolutely reliable and provides great maneuverability and security with decent amenities. Because I don't know much about cars (I'm not apologetic about not being a "driver who knows the car"), and the last thing I wish to happen in the middle of nowhere is my car getting stalled due to a mechanical breakdown or the vehicle being incapable of handling the road condition. Being a female photographer/solo camper, having access to the hard-walled cabin without getting out of the vehicle is one of the must-haves for me. The kitchen, toilet, and shower are also must-have items. I was looking for a sprinter type of van, but I realized these vans can't get me where I want to be. TacoZilla's concept actually fits better for non-"driver" people like me. Many photographers traveling solo to the wilderness would feel the same. The naming made me think of Taco food truck, and the outdated color may need to be changed as the younger generation doesn't know about CHINOOK and has no nostalgic thoughts about it. As I can't afford 325K TruckHouse's BCT, I hope TOYOTA will manufacture automatic "TacoZilla" (under a new name and stylish color) with a solar option.

[@tacomabeast]

Would be very cool if they build it!

[@sevitband]

WANT this for touring and recreational - this thing is awesome..

[@JonMcDough]

Looks cool, but I'd want a powerful solar system on it. I'd also like it to have a microwave and a chest freezer. I assume that the Tacoma is a smaller platform compared to an F-150 or F-350? I think I've seen some interesting builds that had the items I wanted. I'd also like it to have a Separett Toilet. It's a similar situation to a compost toilet w/o the compost. It just has to be vented out and have a fan and a vent w/ a grill to prevent critters climbing in. It's a nice build for sure. I'm trying to save money to buy something like that. I plan on being a nomad so being able to go for up to 6 days into the wilderness and do one day in civilization is my plan. I can grin and bear one shower a week so I'd probably use the shower in an emergency only, but I like having it. An outside shower would also be cool so that one can clean things off before getting in. Hope these items give you guys some ideas. Will this have an Onan generator for power from the gas tank? It's cool to have multiple sources of power just in case. Thanks!

[@tacomabeast]

This one was just a concept car Toyota made for SEMA but there’s plenty of options if you’re trying to be a nomad 🤙

[@sedonamudsquid]

Very nice! I keep comparing this to an Earth Roamer which I may never be able to afford. But it seems to have the necessities. I might even be able to afford it.

[@johnhoopes6361]

Probably been said before in the comments, but adding my 2 cents cause I just found this vid: a) Can't argue with Tacoma pro's on the off road cred showing in this build. Tacoma's are what they are because of Baja and other races and the research that has gone into the basics of these trucks. (That said, is the boxed frame truly gone?) b) Manual transmission all the way. Learn it, you'll love it. Have someone teach you and you will absolutely believe it is the way to go. c) Make a pop top version for streamlining and possibly lowering the cost. d) I'd pay $70K for the base plus $10K for options

[@dominaspulokas]

Marti is awesome guy. Marti you and your company made a dream come true.

[@Dave-sw2dm]

The beauty of slide in campers is that they can be removed keeping the truck as a daily driver. This would be great for a retired person that wants to hit the road and keeps moving to where Air Conditioning isn't needed. A pop-top like the Chinook would be better for off roading.

[@tacomabeast]

That’s a great point!

[@NguyenLeRealtorHouston]

I would consider when it’s auto! They should have option for buyer.

[@wesscox8374]

I'm not a Toyota fan but I'd for sure buy this thing and just saw it in Arlington at summer truckin nationals

[@Technica1_]

A proper Tacoma Luxury Penthouse! Not sure what it's rated up top, but with that ladder you could prob hang out on the roof too!

[@kitt0111]

I love it, hope they make one we can buy. Also want to see how it Handel's off road

[@stuwest5862]

Can you afford a $50k truck to begin with? These things have never been or meant to be affordable.

[@jimallen8238]

This Taco time travelled from the 1970’s.

[@leeroyjenkins436]

That is amazing! I’d be one of the first customers.

[@Vuelvoalsur99]

I second that thought . A reliable, proven vehicle w a place to sleep in .

[@ReduanJampichannel100]

Very nice caravan..i like that..beautiful..thank you for sharing...👍👍👍

[@roxyrooroo8617]

I want one of these Toyota tacozella Tacoma trucks..

[@tacomabeast]

We all do 😞

[@MARKLINMAN1]

Manual Transmission, ABSOLUTELY YESSSSS! My 2019 Taco is Manual, I wouldn’t have any other way. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼. This is BEAUTIFUL and Toyota would sell plenty of units.