The Process of Buying My Truck - 2023 Lunar Rock Toyota Tacoma Off-Road

[@TavosMr]

Nice truck. I like the color

[@TyDollar]

Thank you! I absolutely love the color. It changes a lot depending on the lighting too, and it's always nice. Thanks for watching and have a fantastic day! :)

[@dbree9668]

I shopped for 3 mts. had 3 dealers to visit in 1 day and took delivery the same day

[@TyDollar]

Sounds like you were efficient about it! Congrats on your truck!!

[@jxn0010]

I think it’s time that manufacturers start selling directly to the consumer

[@TyDollar]

That would make too much sense right? We can thank automotive lobbyists for making it illegal in many cases. It would save us consumers time, money, and energy if we could change that.

[@itsallminor6133]

@@TyDollar and have no dealer service, warrantee service. No one to advocate for you to the manufacturer on recalls or anything else. Seriously bad idea.

[@artieartya]

Not sure why people think it will be any better selling direct there’s just gonna be different set of rules and games all over again. Also, any chance of negotiation will be completely out the window.

[@itsallminor6133]

@@artieartya i think it was originally banned because it was considered like having a monopoly. Where as dealers are separate owned franchises like McDonald's. Tesla is doing it now. Not exactly sure how.

[@jdsim9173]

Toyota will be trying that soon.

[@ruckinehround6965]

Just bought a 4 runner….built in Japan….ordered it in July and just picked it up…..same. Msrp…no add on….. dealer tried and tried but I stuck to it and paid what I built…. They really really tried. My advice order and get it on paper. They can’t fight you because you ordered it and already have the price.

[@TyDollar]

Sounds like you got a sweet ride. Congrats on your 4runner!! You're right, try to get them to commit in any way you can. Thanks for watching!

[@kevinorozco8034]

I got my Tacoma at Fletcher Carson was msrp glad about it

[@TyDollar]

Awesome! Never pay a markup! Thanks for watching :)

[@joehch]

Congratulations on your Tacoma, great color. I just picked up my ‘23 Grey TRD 4X4 Off Road. I went to Glendora first, they were trying to add on $4K in accessories. Wound up getting from Longo at a phenomenal price & zero in un-wanted accessory add ons. They were transparent and no games. I was in & out in less than 2.5 hours. I reside in Chino Hills where the tax rate is only 7.75 %

[@TyDollar]

Congrats! Sounds like you got a sweet truck. Good on you for not paying markups. Thanks for watching :)

[@joehch]

@@TyDollar 👍

[@domiperez1759]

Gor minecat longo too in march with mie hao.salesman lives in Chino hills. Did it all thru text w $500 credit card deposit

[@domiperez1759]

Mike hao

[@shnerp]

It took me 3 months to "order" my 2023 trail edition. which came in April. I had to work with 3 dealerships. They were all willing to sell at MSRP. Only one dealership was actually able to get the truck in however. Worth the hassle and the wait. Love my Tacoma!

[@TyDollar]

Yeah it seems like they don't have too much control over their inventory. But I have to agree, totally worth the work and wait. Congrats on your truck, I'm liking mine as well. Thanks for watching!

[@PianoUniverse]

I found a dealer who would do MSRP for a 23 Lunar rock TRD Sport. Did smart path with an out the door for 46k at 5.49% for 72 months. Should arrive within a month. Will see if it works out.

[@TyDollar]

Wow I hope it works out for you. I'm sure the anticipation is tough. That's going to be a nice truck! Let us know how it goes. Thanks for watching :)

[@PianoUniverse]

Got the truck exactly as stated about a few days ago. Process as always was stressful. @@TyDollar

[@johnmellyn2700]

I hear ya ,…Gotta have the leather interior , moonroof and jbl stereo

[@TyDollar]

Leather seats and the moonroof were a big deal for me. Leather feels higher quality and looks better IMO. The moonroof is just something I've always wanted in a car.

[@johnmellyn2700]

@@TyDollar I’ve got the 2010 trd sport , 72,000 miles mint condition , new frame etc. , bought it new and absolutely still love the truck and find it impossible to part with , but if that day does ever come , my new Tacoma will def have a moon roof, leather seats , gotta get all the bells and whistles because odds are it will be my last vehicle I’ll ever own…lol

[@TyDollar]

Hey that's how I feel about this one. The plan is 20 years or 500k miles, whichever comes first!

[@eyang7]

Should have saved it for the new taco lol

[@TyDollar]

Ah, this is a whole thing. TLDR I wanted this powertrain, and won't buy the first couple model years of a car. But at some point who knows, maybe I'll take a look at the newer Taco!

[@JacobHeberlie]

dude. just wait until you see how hard finding a 24 will be, and *those* markups. last year of V6 will hold value for sure.

[@TyDollar]

Great point sir! For 2024, I'm not holding my breath for a cheap truck...

[@francisp5809]

Congrats on your tacoma. Went to my local dealer (Hawaii) June 23 to inquire. Had a white manual trans, off road, 4x4, coming in not spoken for. got a call from dealer in July 23 was ready for pick up. OTD price was msrp + taxes, etc. Waited only a month 😊 liked & subscribed

[@TyDollar]

Congrats to you as well! I'm glad you were able to get it so quickly. I hope you've got some good trail miles on it by now. Thanks for watching :)

[@mr.unknowncali-life9350]

U get it in Whittier ? That’s the dealer am looking into for a pro , they have a few in the valley for 53k but am sure they asking for more

[@TyDollar]

Man good luck with the PRO. 53k isn't too crazy but that's still above MSRP. If there's add ons I hope you like them.

[@mr.unknowncali-life9350]

@@TyDollar I know my friend am kinda sad , I always wanted a pro now that I can buy one the price for it has gone up to much for me . If that’s the case I save up for a raptor lol jk that shit will cost so much in gas

[@sirlarrybishop8169]

Waited 2 months for my Lunar Rock TRD 4X4 south Florida Toyota lots are light, but glad I waited, paid $43,900

[@TyDollar]

Congrats! I'm glad you were able to get what you want, it's a sick ride. Thanks for watching :)

[@stevemattson4988]

All's you can do is play the allocation game now.

[@TyDollar]

Yes sir. People are running out of time! Thanks for watching :)

[@shanewhittemore]

I purchased the exact same truck and they told me it would be 2 weeks before the truck arrived so I was super excited. The 2 weeks turned into 3 months unfortunately. The good news is they paid for and installed the TRD 2"-1" lift kit for free because of my wait time. I paid for the vehicle upfront in full so it was already in my name. They knew I could get a refund since I had not taken delivery so they went ahead and took care of me.

[@TyDollar]

Your story has a great silver lining. Congrats on your truck! How do you like the lift kit?

[@shanewhittemore]

It drives great although I wish I would have driven my truck before they installed the lift kit so that I would had a better comparison. The great thing is I still have a full warranty. You will love your Tacoma.@@TyDollar

[@TyDollar]

Thank you I'm loving it so far! Maybe I'll lift it one day...

[@johnconway7484]

I was allocated your same exact truck... I waited probably a month and a half after the dealer said to expect it. What was concerning for me at that time was that no one knew exactly where it was. I almost gave up and expected the cartels ended up with it. Wait... I had two vacation days requested off too and got a call the night before mine showed up and I was able to spend a long weekend with it

[@TyDollar]

That's great luck! I'm glad it worked out for you. It's nice to know I'm not the only one that had to wait... Thanks for watching!

[@itsallminor6133]

Some advice for what it's worth. Disagree if you like. Stay with your local dealer. Reasons (i should back this up right). 1. Toyota allocates inventory by region and dealer sales. Most manufacturers do. It messes up Toyota when you don't stay local. Which Toyota doesn't like its allocation messed with. It costs Toyota headache and money. 2. Many of the dealer markups are to discourage people from other locations from buying the cars. Sure. The dealer makes more. But they consider it the loss incurred because they do better servicing local customers over the long run. 3. A dealer here wont seriously even discuss online or phone inquiries now. They are sick of it. And he told me straight out if this person buys the car it takes from someone local like myself. You know someone that is actually in the dealers assigned region. They tell people to come in. Or ignore them now. Or maybe quote them a stupid high price. 4. Cheaper and better service. I've dealt with 2 local dealers to me on more than one occcasion. One is simply "he bought from us before". They are willing to drop the price. Local repeat customer. The other dealer same. Not only did i get my truck on time, i got it BELOW MSRP. Because they know I'm local. They even discounted shop time half price when i went back to add accessories. Yes thats right. Below MSRP and half priced shop fees. Other local dealer wouldn't have been any different. I talked to them on a vehicle. They dropped it a grand below msrp and below the dealer rebate on top just because i was a local repeat customer. By being local and a repeat customer, right off the bat I'm spending 2k less on that vehicle. Because they know local is local. People know one another. Word and reputation spreads. It's the difference between the dealership staying open or closing. They have you in the system. They see you as a repeat current customer. They may even remember your name. It makes a difference. 5.. If you have a problem with your car... You'll now bring it most likely to your local dealer. Your local dealer will realize you didn't buy it from them. They won't refuse service. But good chance they won't "try" quite as hard. If it's warrantee, somw other issue, schedule. Don't plan on them putting you to the front of the line. You didn't buy it from them. They know this. Whatever dealer (perhaps far away) really couldn't care less about your car. You aren't local. They made their portion, you left with the car. Thats it. Anything they get in communication from Toyota they'll forward to you, or your closest dealer. Who also knows you didn't buy the car from them. See ? Small communities definitely, cities not as much but keep it local. You kids might go to school with the techs kids, maybe you golf with someone who knows one of the sales people. People know eachother, directly or through other people. I get this (was in business). Usually shopping I'll get some quotes. Then I'll find someone local. Who will try to match the price to get the sale or the work. Maybe they can't. If billy-whatever- says he can't match the price I'll be honest. "Hey. How close can you come. " And more than likely if billy is even near close I'll pay Billy. Because i know if something goes wrong Billy is there. I'm looking to establish a sort of business arrangement with billy. You cant do that with non local. So billy might be "I'm $400 higher" then its. "Okay billy whatever I'll give you five over and you get the sale or work". . Billy gets it too. Billy will pick up the phone if something happens Good video. My answer is there is a life learning experience here. I learned myself in business and general relationships. Establish a network, build your network, respect the people in your network. Whatever it may be. You're life will have far less headaches, far less questions, you'll probably pay less for things, get genuine smiles from people. And overall just be happier with more support. You'll be able to call your "billy" or if you do it right you'll have 100 "billys" in your corner. Who will just make your life easier.

[@TyDollar]

Thanks for writing all this out. These ideas have their merits. You're talking to someone who believes these dealerships shouldn't exist in the first place. We should be buying direct from manufacturer... but that's a long conversation. I'd like to resist playing into this system our auto economy is based on as much as possible. And if I have to drive hundreds of miles to force the issue, and I ultimately get my way, it feels like a win :)

[@itsallminor6133]

@@TyDollar perspective., i want dealers in business. I just expect ethical business practices. My car had programming issues (not Toyota different). Friends a certified bmw volvo tech. It needed a fix (system software) he did for me. But most, would need a dealer. No one else has the knowledge, or software. There is no other way. So who would fix cars with no dealer? It's computers, programs, software. Very complex. Very brand centric. He actually took classes to work on these. 😂. Recalls, warrantee work. If no dealer, who would do it? The dealer vouches for you to the manufacturer that your car has a genuine recall or warrantee claim. So how would that work, with no dealer? How to use you car (sounds basic i know) but a lot of people dont know how to use their car. Cars are becoming more complex. Hardly anyone wants to read the 300 page manual (nor would they understand it). The dealer actually show people what cars have, and how to use it. With the increase in infotainment centers, wifi, blutooth, various applications this stuff gets involved. Especially hooking to devices, home garage door openers, alexa.... I mean the list goes on and on. Upper trim levels can get extremely involved. So who is going to set up your car for you and show you how it works? Some cars have various modes, ev and electric. Even various on road modes, suspension settings. This is no small thing. So who will show people how to use their cars?

[@TyDollar]

You're right, those services will always be necessary! And I'm not suggesting they go away. The problem is simple, dealers are middlemen. Conducting business directly between manufacturer and customers is more cost effective for both parties. Toyota should sell cars direct to consumers, and all these shops should be run directly by Toyota the corporation. Of course there will always be independent autoshop businesses to choose from as well. The intermediate party just squeezes more time and money from everyone involved, and overall makes the car shopping and ownership experience one of the worst parts of American life.

[@artieartya]

Agree dealers should just be no different than like a Home Depot or a Walmart. They have nothing to do with pricing and add on services. You just buy the car and then go there for service and support and that’s it.

[@pancakefox8435]

Bought 2021 trd pro, been wanting to take to otay Mesa truck trail. Does anyone know if it is open? I’m new to off-roading this trail seems manageable for beginners! Let me know, thanks!

[@TyDollar]

Not sure if it has multiple names, are you talking about Otay Mountain? If so that's a great trail. There's a padlock on the gate and the trailer park nearby will give you the code if you ask the people at the front. Although when I went, the gate had a TON of locks on it, none of which were actually locked. It took me a few minutes trying the code on all the locks before I took a closer look and realized I could just slide the deadbolt out and open the gate. All of this is assuming you enter via the Pio Pico entrance. Border patrol is known to close the trail from time to time. Not sure how to check with them if it's open before driving out there.

[@Doc1855]

We love my 23 Tacoma TRD Off Road with the Premium and Technology pkgs and the 6’ bed. So my truck is basically a Limited with the TRD Off Road

[@TyDollar]

Sounds like a great truck. Very similar to mine but with a longer bed. I hope you enjoy!

[@johnnynandes8199]

dealers will ALWAYS make sure you stick around for at least 4 hours at their store!!! SMFH :(

[@TyDollar]

They certainly will try... Make sure to eat a big meal before and bring some coffee. Lol. Thanks for watching! :)

[@Imtired_AF]

I got same exact truck in san bernardino in april of 2023 , toyota of riverside always has highest prices but people keep buying from them i guess

[@TyDollar]

Lucky you, sounds like you got a sweet truck. OK I'm glad I'm not the only one who thought Riverside was crazy. I don't understand what people are thinking. Anyway thanks for watching!

[@JonAutomates]

I'm waiting for the Nov/Dec to potentially catch a sale. Luckily I live in an area where I can go to 5 different states to try and get it. And I still think I'm going to struggle.

[@TyDollar]

My fingers are crossed for you my friend. You're rolling the dice but it seems like you've got options. If you're open to it there will always be used trucks too, but those prices are barely better...

[@tylersun414]

Wanted a new truck and contacted many dealers all across southern CA. Settled on a used long bed TRD off road I found in Toyota Escondido. My friend got his lunar rock through Costco. Anyone else check buying a car through their auto program instead?

[@TyDollar]

Buying used can be a great option for Taco's! I have never heard of getting a car through Costco, what's that about?

[@gorgon4061]

Got my TRD OR white for $3000 under MSRP about two weeks ago. Was in and out the dealer in less than 3 hours. Sales people were fenomenal, shout out San Francisco Toyota, I guess I got lucky. I own a 1999 4 Runner with 344444 miles, I was due for a new Toyota.

[@TyDollar]

What a dream story! Under MSRP is unheard of in my experience. Congrats on your new truck and thanks for watching :)

[@gorgon4061]

@@TyDollar 😎🤙🏽

[@EdA-bz3bu]

Don’t blame the stealers. Blame the hypocrites that pay those mark ups.

[@TyDollar]

Fair enough. I guess some people have too much cash burning a hole in their pocket!

[@benevolent2077]

@@TyDollar😂🤣 nah people who no patient and are clowns. If money was really burning a hole in their pocket they would get a non expensive Tacoma

[@OceansideCreations]

Dude congrats. What a journey

[@TyDollar]

Thanks! Here I am one year later and I couldn't be happier with my truck!

[@sbphisique151]

I guess I'm lucky. I just went to the dealer and saw a lunar rock premium addition and bought it that same day.

[@TyDollar]

You should buy a lottery ticket! I hope you got out of there with no markups! Thanks for watching :)

[@nohemoglibin8677]

They do sell you air here. $500 for nitrogen, the most abundant gas on the planet. They're also suppressing supply to drive up prices and only building the top end trim.

[@TyDollar]

I am inclined to believe there's a little truth in that. They definitely do everything based on the profit motive. If they can milk us for more with the top end trims, they're going to. It's a shame.

[@kendramckenna7312]

I understand you pain I been on that journey since January 2023. Dealer ended up getting me one in June I am still waiting for it is now September almost October. It left Mexico august 22 and has been lost ever since.

[@TyDollar]

Oh no that's terrible! I really hope it turns up. If I were you I might consider investigating other dealerships on the side at this point.

[@kendramckenna7312]

@@TyDollar problem is I am locked in with a down payment and a truck attached to that until something happens to the truck and it isn’t attach to the down payment I will move move on but it a loses a $1000 or wait where I am at right now.

[@TyDollar]

That sounds really messed up. I wish I knew the legality of the deposit. I know it's refundable (per CA law anyway), but IDK the exact terms. I feel like if the truck is much later than the agreed upon delivery date that should be grounds for you to exit the deal. That how it would be if I was in charge anyway...

[@kendramckenna7312]

@@TyDollar it’s one of those once this truck was tied to my deposit it’s for the truck. I agree there should be a statue of limitation. I had three deadline dates and they keep changing. As far as the legality of getting the deposit back because of delays I am not sure of but if it takes much longer I will contact people who knows better than I do.

[@bobm21]

I can't say I had a very pleasant experience at the dealer either, they are a den of thieves and gave them a poor rating.

[@TyDollar]

I couldn't agree more. Down with the establishment!

[@xcmalvarez4]

My mom wanted one she got it but with out the blind spot monitoring

[@TyDollar]

Hey that's just as good IMO! Blind spot monitoring is nice and helpful but definitely not necessary. It's still the same truck. Thanks for watching and have a great day! :)

[@m.687]

Dang. I got mine in one day, start to finish.

[@TyDollar]

Congrats to you!!! That's some serious luck. Thanks for watching :)

[@nycmaverick]

Its not leather its Softex

[@TyDollar]

Thanks for the input!

[@Elvisnotpresley97]

Toyota of Whittier lol

[@TyDollar]

Yes indeed

[@sarahrich696]

I’m in Kentucky

[@TyDollar]

It's cool to know people all over the country are after these trucks!

[@TRDTalk]

that's not too long of a wait. Took me 6 months to receive the truck after putting down $500 for an allocation. Lunar Rock is tough to come by but looks incredible.

[@TyDollar]

Yikes I'm sorry you had to go through that. I was really suffering so I know how it must have felt. I'm very happy with the lunar rock. Every day I catch myself looking at the truck as I walk away!

[@BigHouse907]

I was disappointed they didn’t continue Lunar Rock in the 2024 line up. 🫤

[@1MNUTZ]

Ridiculous prices

[@TyDollar]

You can say that again. I seriously question whether or not even the MSRP is fair. But these are the times we live in. Thanks for watching! :)

[@jeffreyrobert3342]

5ft bed is a joke

[@TyDollar]

I was on the fence about short bed double cab or long bed access cab. If I was immediately dropping 10k on a camper shell and rooftop tent I would have gone with the long bed access cab. But for me that's probably years away, so it just makes more sense to have the extra cabin space. It's great weather proofed storage with a bit more privacy and security. This is an off-road vehicle, not a work truck, so 5 feet of bed is more than enough for personal cargo.

[@kayakdan48]

I lucked out back in April. I was on-line and curious enough to look at Taco's on-line. I saw a 2023 Taco Sport Shortbed Double Cab with EVERYTHING on it in Lunar Rock. It was offered for $45,500 with only a $300 (just because fee") It was listed as "In Transit". I rushed to the dealership (Big dealer in a huge metro area) and told them I wanted THAT exact truck and he said no problem, we'll have it in two weeks...charged me a $500 dollar deposit and was able to follow the staus of the truck through their website. It was mine in less than two weeks! I wasn't really in the market for a truck and had maintained "just curious" until I saw the Toyotas stock photos of it...Taco Fever hit immediately. 5,000 miles later I'm very happy...love my Taco Sport!

[@TyDollar]

What a great story! I think you got lucky and that's really cool that it worked out. The sports are niiiice too. Good job not paying a markup. I'm 3k miles in right now and Taco fever is still going strong...

[@Joshcmakin]

We just got one this saturday, the exact same trim and packages on truck lol. *Edited to say we LOVE IT*

[@TyDollar]

Wow that's awesome. Congrats and welcome to the family! I'm biased but I think we've got the best truck setup. Thanks for watching :)

[@mr.unknowncali-life9350]

Msrp in Whittier ?

[@TyDollar]

Yeah I got it in Whittier. MSRP for this truck specifically was 47k or so

[@mr.unknowncali-life9350]

@@TyDollar do Whittier hook it up like if I found them in stock with them would they do msrp?

[@ripperx444]

I’ll tell you the process I went through! It ended with F OFF and I bought out my current suv…. Ill be back to low ball once the tables turn. I won’t forget this price markup bs…

[@TyDollar]

Haha I love your attitude. Stick it to em. Don't over pay. Your time will come!

[@peterhoma6385]

Congrats on the taco it’s beautiful !!! I bought the exact same trim as yours brand new in 2021, and now with 50k miles on it I love it even more today than day 1 . Make sure to use 91 octane gas most people that complain this gen3 Tacoma feels sluggish is because they use 87 octane , this 3.5L is a high compression motor 11:1 ratio to be exact and does much better with 91 octane , I definitely noticed the truck liven up and got better mpg when I switched from 87 to 91 it took about 2 tanks to notice the better difference , also change your oil every 5k miles don’t go by what the book says which is 10k mile intervals and you will easily get 500k miles from this truck , to be honest it’s the best truck I have owned in 27years and that’s saying a lot . I do have a 1.5 inch lift in the front and 1 inch lift in the rear with 265/75R16 tires wrapped around TRD Tacoma pro wheels and fox by pass shocks on all 4corners and getting 24MPG on the highway keeping it around 65-70mph and getting 15mpg when towing my car behind it which is about 5700#’s it’s a great truck does everything I need it to do and more , good luck on your beautiful Tacoma !

[@TyDollar]

Wow thanks for your comment, that's a lot of great info. I have not experimented with higher octane fuel yet in my truck. I was coming from a Volkswagen as my previous vehicle which required the 91 octane. I was enjoying paying less for gas! But of course there are performance and longevity benefits worth considering. Thanks for watching and good luck to you as well!!

[@itsallminor6133]

I can't believe the crap you went through here. I had mine in under a month. Couple emails. Phone calls. Sent me a list of whats coming in. They said they couldn't pull from other dealers. (I tried). But being loyal _and local- i said I'd wait. Three weeks later i went on the lot to pick up the truck. They even stayed open a hour late for me because of my schedule.

[@TyDollar]

I guess not all of us can be that lucky... But in all seriously good for you! Despite it being difficult for some of us, I've yet to hear of someone totally failing to get one of these trucks. So it seems like it tends to work out.

[@itsallminor6133]

@@TyDollar it was weird when i picked up mine. Surreal. There was only 3. Including the one i bought. At least one of the others was already spoken for. So they either had none for sale. Or maybe 1. The front of lot was mostly all full of used cars, different makes. Likely bought at auction to fill space. Entire rest of the lot. Not a single car. Just empty pavement. All of it. This is the new car Toyota dealer. But it hardly had any new Toyotas. When i picked up mine...it almost seemed. Special.... Like i was 1 if maybe 2 or 3 that week. Geez they stayed open late just for me

[@TyDollar]

I had a similar experience shopping around different dealers. Some were totally barren lots with little to no vehicles. It must say something about the economy and/or supply chain. For everyone's sake I hope this doesn't last long!

[@jerytheberry8872]

I did not have a great experience either looking for my lunar rock TRD off road. Went to multiple dealerships. They acted like i was the a*S holes when i brought up negotiating for discount. Found one in transit. ETA was two days at Cabe Toyota and dealer broke down the hard numbers. I agreed and they held the car for me with ZERO deposit! Very nice saleslady. It was arriving in two days and sat on the lot for another 4 days because I wasnt able to show up due to work. Yea there was a 2k markup but came with 10yr free oil change and like 30 car washes. Was okay with markup + i didnt want to wait so another two- 3 months for another one.

[@TyDollar]

That sounds all too familiar. I had an experience where a sales guy acted like I was taking food out of his children's mouths because I wanted MSRP instead of a $10k markup. The nerve of some people. But it sounds like you wound up finding a good dealer. Congrats on your truck! Thanks for watching and have a fantastic day! :)

[@mbarringer3310]

I have a 2019 Off Road that I leased back in 19 and decided to buy it at the end of the lease. It has all the upgrade packages and is really my dream truck. I plan to keep it, as I couldn’t replace it for anything comparable. I do really like the lunar gray color that yours is, best choice I think. Mine is the dark gray metallic, which I like.. anyway thanks for sharing, hope you have many years of enjoyment with the Tacoma.

[@TyDollar]

Congrats on your dream truck!!! I love lunar rock. I also would have gone with quicksand or army green if they were still offered this model year. I plan to drive the truck til the wheels fall off, or I get rich enough to buy another car. Either way, wish me luck!

[@jacobs.7205]

I had been looking at vehicles for like a month. Was supposed to be saving and watching for a good deal this winter. A white TRD Pro 4runner was available for a fair price with no other markup. Turns out I'm now the proud owner of a new 4runner. Happened quicker than I ever anticipated but seemed to just sort of fall together perfectly. Hope you enjoy your new truck.

[@samueljames8368]

Which dealership?

[@TyDollar]

Congrats!! Yeah once things start happening it feels really fast. I'm glad you got what you wanted!

[@az00001]

The end of 2020, when the Lunar Rock first introduced as the next color for 2021 TRD Pro, I was hesitant because I wanted the Army Green and doubt Lunar Rock will even match because of the weird dual colors. Due to no more AG, I went ahead and purchased the LR TRD Pro, drove around, and got so many compliments. Great truck and great color. Someone recently asked if they could buy my truck for $50k and that is 3 years later. Wow! I couldn't let go of my baby, but that tells you how many people wants one. Great content! Subscribed

[@TyDollar]

Great story. I'm also a big fan of army green and may have picked that if I had the choice. I love lunar rock though. This truck is definitely my baby. It would take a really enticing deal on a 4th gen a couple years down the line, assuming those trucks don't come with any big issues. Thanks for watching and have a great day! :)

[@Sgj826]

My guy… YOU AND ME BOTH! Took me 5-6 months looking for the Tacoma I wanted. I knew I wanted leather seats, moon roof, long bed 4x4 off road in Barcelona red. I live in Vegas which was impossible to find here!! I looked in the states surrounding, found some but sold the same day I pulled the trigger. Some states didn’t even sell to out of state buyers which was crazy to me. I finally was able to find the one I wanted in Utah in February 14 of this year. 2023 Tacoma exactly how I wanted and I’ve never been happier since I thought it was going to be impossible to get my hands physically on one.

[@TyDollar]

You captured my feelings perfectly. What an insane situation. I'm happy you got your truck though, cause it sounds like a really nice setup. I'm loving mine so far. Thanks for watching! :)

[@sameertamang2870]

Congratulations for your new truck, it's beautiful. I ordered and wait for 4 months, and received my dream army green truck with manual transmission.

[@TyDollar]

Thanks and congrats to you as well! That army green is a fantastic color, and manuals are even more rare. Cheers!

[@tieoneon1614]

I bought a used Tacoma from Claremont Toyota on your list {clicked on the vid cuz I recognized the camp spot}. Worst dealership I have ever dealt with hands down. They filled the windshield wiper resevoir with water, it froze solid on my way thru NM on hwy 40 in a major sloppy snowstorm. I couldnt clear the windshield, had to stop and piss in a bottle and dump it on windshield to melt it. A local cop stopped to yell at me on an offramp doing so, once he seen what i was having to do he apologized after telling him what dealer did. It ended up freezing the pump and busted. On my 5k mile round trip home, i developed a clunk in front end and brought it back under "warranty" and they assured me it was just a wire harness that failed...not them putting water in the rez....must be why it took them 6 hours to fix cuz i seen they had to run to LA to get a wiper pump. Then i caught the mechanics laughing bout the clunk and said it was a cab bushing, and thats not covered under warranty. The truck had 8k miles on it when i bought it 2 months prior. Anyway, 8 years in SD was some good memories but so glad to be gone out of CA after 2020. I do miss fishing Silver Strand and Anza Borrego though!

[@TyDollar]

Awe I'm sorry you had such a bad experience with the dealer. I'm only a few months into owning the truck and still no issues, so fingers crossed. I do love san diego but there are some really amazing places in other states I'd consider living in, like colorado or washington. Small world, it's cool you're familiar enough with Anza to recognize the spot! Thanks for watching and have a great day! :)

[@Dannyyzeee]

holy moly 70k for that is bonkers. i just bought an 06 double cab tundra 4wd with 62k on it for 10k, super happy i went with a fgt over a 3rd gen taco

[@TyDollar]

Sounds like you got a sweet truck. I'm glad you didn't overpay. Thanks for watching!

[@IDavid04]

I got a 22 TRD OR 4x4 last year, luckily enough my dad does titles at a Toyota dealer so the big thing that made my time easier was not having them under value my trade (21 Camry SE nightshade) and try to upsell me on crap I didn’t need, they also sell at MSRP there which was nice. However my dad working there did not effect wait times or anything, they did offer me other models if people backed out if there’s that was similar to mine. I got out paying 35k after trade in and money down for a new Tacoma. Even with that it was still very frustrating. They all told me that buyers don’t have much leverage anymore in a nice way because someone else will pay the asking price. It’s sad and I’m glad my dad isn’t a scummy salesman the dealers are taking advantage!

[@TyDollar]

Congrats on your truck! It's really too bad everything seems like a sellers market these days (cars, houses, etc...) It's nice you had even a little bit of help during your process. I'm glad you didn't over pay. All's well that ends well, I hope you enjoy your truck! Thanks for watching and have a great day! :)

[@sleepycoast363]

The 4.0 4runner will last 500k. This 3.5 Camry block is such a miserable driving experience. I couldn’t get my hands on a manual. Switched to the 4runner 3 weeks after taco purchase. Much happier. Good info tho!

[@TyDollar]

Valid points! To each their own. I am a 4runner fan as well, but for me the MPGs factored into a choice of daily driver. I hope you were able to get your hands on a manual for the 4runner!! Thanks for watching :)

[@eGO_CFC]

I ordered My 2022 Lunar rock Off-road Here in NM in June of 2022 and had them print and sign that they would end up selling it to me what they quoted, Which was 43,750. after months of waiting for them to build it I finally received it in October. They tried to say they never quoted that price and said it would be 49,000 instead. hours of arguing and finally the manager came out and gave me exactly what I wanted. Toyota then claimed at their 4.9% I would never find a lower interest rate, that's when I pulled out my bank loan at a 2.7%, laughing in their face. I too decliend all of the "Extras" they try to add during the finance part of things. Long story short I got what I wanted at a "fair" price and have since been offered 10-15,000 more a few times. I think Ill keep it for as long as possible, but idk the new 4th Gen is looking sexy.

[@TyDollar]

Congrats on your truck!!! I'm so happy you didn't stand for any BS from the dealer. I hope you enjoy your Taco. I plan to keep mine for a long time as well. The 4th gen does look nice. Who knows, if they turn out to be reliable we can always trade up after a few years!

[@Rough-inevitable]

Thanks for sharing. I’ll be following for updates and upgrades congratulations!

[@TyDollar]

You're welcome and thanks for watching! Have a great day! :)

[@pctimber]

I just bought a 24 tundra. Same story as you, especially the asshole finance guy. He had to print at least 5 contracts cause I kept finding stuff he would add. Did they try and get you on the $899 IKON anti theft?? I even made them take that bullshit off. Finance guy argued with me about the fact that the Toyota tech package did the exact same thing with an app on your phone. I showed him a KZbin video about it and he finally shut up and started typing. Took at least 2 miserable hours with him. But I got out with msrp and a great deal on Toyota careplus, which they tried not to sell me cause he said it had to be in a extended warranty package. That was another half hour argument . One more thing they lied about, said I had to finance and could pay it off when my payment book arrived. I had to threaten to go to another dealer and show them the build sheet of the truck the other dealer had coming in to get them to accept a check payment . This is after pulling a deposit from another dealer for adding 5k in magical wax, sexy bra and procoat to a truck they didn’t have in stock yet. All dealers suck ass, no way around it.

[@TyDollar]

Your experience hits the nail on the head. That's really how it feels dealing with these people. I'm sorry you had to go through that. These stories are kind of fun to tell after the fact, but sheesh I wish we didn't have to experience it. Are you liking the 24 Tundra? Those look like nice trucks.

[@chrismcalister4428]

Toyota and the dealerships are acting like the world is still in a covid pandemic, and no one is working, so they can jack up the price😂 I was going to buy a 2023 until I saw how much better the 2024 interior is. Also, the new colors bronze oxide and underground are nice.

[@TyDollar]

Gotta love the new 2024 colors. The 2024 interior in general does look better, but my one problem is the new touchscreen. It just looks way too big and out of place for my taste... it kind of ruins the interior for me. Who knows, maybe I'll get over it in a few years. Thanks for watching :)

[@chrismcalister4428]

@TyDollar The screen you saw was the 14 inch. Standard is 8 inch. You have to upgrade for the 14 inch. Also disc brakes all around instead of drum.

[@TyDollar]

If that's true it makes things a little more interesting. I think the 2024 is a nice looking truck. Either way I'd give the 4th gen a few model years to iron out any bugs before I consider it!

[@chrismcalister4428]

@TyDollar Should be ok by 2025, in my opinion. And yes, that is true!

[@blitz0728]

Just got one last week. Had to do the same thing with speed sheets. Look at port add ones, dealership adds, etc. Research is key….took a month gathering info and finding the right dealer. Got it in a month after waiting and for 3k off msrp with only a $75 option, I didn’t want. Know state doc fees and look out of state. Have a 99 taco that I bought brand new, still drive and now a 40th anniversary 4Runner. Shop around and fly one way! Toyota ceo said they are looking to go a direct model sales 🤞

[@TyDollar]

Congrats on your truck! Seems like you live for Toyotas. If that's true what the CEO said, then I'm very happy about that. Thanks for watching and have a great day! :)

[@canalesivany]

I love Tacoma that’s why I own 2 but 4Runner is at different level that why I own 2023 luna rock trd off-road premium 4Runner let me tell you the 5th gen 4Runner is the best vehicle on the road not only on Toyota brand I’m talking about every brand

[@TyDollar]

The 4-runners are really really nice. Like I mentioned in the video the main turn-off for me was the worse MPGs. For now I'm happy about the truck platform. It gives me the opportunity to dream about building out some kind of camping setup. In another universe though I'd be driving the 4runner! Thanks for watching :)

[@AmericanShiba]

We’re trying to find a reasonable one for my husband, I’m low key jealous he gets a Tacoma 😂 I’m a Toyota girl at heart, I’ve had my Corolla for 8-9 years with no issues.

[@TyDollar]

I'd be jealous too, it's a pretty truck :) It can be hard to find a budget Tacoma. Even the used market for older models feels really inflated. Best of luck!

[@benevolent2077]

Why don’t u get one to? They are not expensive trucks at all honestly. Tell your husband and both of you guys can get one.

[@AmericanShiba]

@@benevolent2077 We pulled the trigger and got one actually! 🎉 Just wanted to get the best pricing possible, had to wait for more inventory to arrive. #TacoGang

[@joegrahe3958]

Bought my son a new 2017 TRD Sport in Quicksand. This vehicle was built in Texas. Right now has 122k miles, with only routine maintenance. My daughter would like to get a 23. I like staying with a naturally aspirated engine. Just wondering if the trucks built in Mexico have had the same track record as my son's Texas version.

[@TyDollar]

I would be very interested to see statistics on that. I wonder if that data is tracked anywhere. But regardless, you don't really hear about large scale systemic issues with these trucks. I would bet more people's trucks were made in Mexico than they realize...

[@Texasgunner10]

I picked up a 2023 4Runner ORP in January 2023, started looking around October 2022 and committed in November. Since the market was even worse at the time, and Lunar rock is apparently less common in TX, I flew all the way to Missouri just to not get ripped off!

[@TyDollar]

4runners are so cool, lucky you. Good job not getting ripped off. I think it's worth the work and we should be going out of our way to not indulge this insane market. Congrats on your truck and thanks for watching :)

[@apa7611]

You forgot number 4 dealership bullshit mark ups!! Nice ride! I got the access cab trd off-road in Luner rock

[@TyDollar]

Thanks, yours as well! I really went back and forth between double cab and access cab. I think if I knew I was going to immediately spend 10k on a camper rig and other gear I would have gone with the access cab long bed. But all that stuff is probably years away for me so I figured the double cab is more practical for me for now. Either way, a great truck!

[@Humblescape]

I’m currently in the hunt for a 2023 double cab long bed taco. Very difficult to find and most allocations are pre sold. I’m on my second reservation in my area. The first dealer tried to rip me off to the point I had to start with a new dealer and truck. Truck is due to show up October 22.

[@TyDollar]

Double cab long bed, that's a big one! I think that's a less common configuration and that's probably making it harder to find at this point. I'm sorry you had a bad experience with a dealer but I'm definitely not surprised. I really hope you get a fair deal when it shows up in October. Fingers crossed. Thanks for watcing!!

[@joroboam]

Wowee good story and kind of scary to know it took you that much work

[@TyDollar]

Whenever I think about it, I almost can't believe it myself. But all's well that ends well I suppose! Thanks for watching :)

[@fishingwithpeteo.1130]

I bought the same truck in February, they had a few available in TOYOTA OF RIVERSIDE.

[@TyDollar]

So cool! Welcome to the Taco crew! I hope you got it in a good color. Thanks for watching :)

[@fishingwithpeteo.1130]

@@TyDollar same as yours!

[@BrianWaller-qe7gr]

This will be the future of car buying, most will have to resort to ordering instead of walking in and driving out like we used to

[@TyDollar]

It's a sad future. Ideally I'd keep this truck for a long time so this isn't a common thing. I don't have a problem with ordering as long as there's actually an efficient sensible system (which their isn't yet). I really think all these auto makers needs to sell direct to consumer and remove the middle men.

[@rminjoe]

This video made me laugh. I went through the exact same process including effort and time. I live in San Jose (Northern California) and through all my research ended up purchasing at Longo Toyota in LA area. I wanted a 2023 Tundra TRD Sport in Lunar Rock. No mark up! $55k MSRP. So in my case I jumped on a plane and then drove it home. This is what it takes to get the best deal and get what you want. I learned the hard way and with tons of effort. This video and info is exactly what I went through. Teaves please disclose the Dealership you used both of them so people can get right to it.

[@TyDollar]

Haha I'm glad you enjoyed, and I'm glad there are others who can relate to the situation. Flying out to your truck is even one step further than I went! I wound up purchasing from Toyota of Whittier in LA area, and was in similar talks with Santa Margarita Toyota (also SoCal). Both told me no markups, and tried to order the truck for me.

[@andyhuang7526]

I just bought the exact same truck today ! No navigation and rock slide ! No leather, no roof !

[@TyDollar]

Based on my experience so far, you are going to love your truck! Welcome to the club!

[@flugames]

Congrats on the cool truck! I'm kinda on the same boat.. heart says Taco but mind says 4runner with the enclosed cargo. How are you adjusting life with the bed so far? Any mods done recently? Thanks!

[@TyDollar]

Thanks!! Yeah I understand the thoughts on the 4runner. With a 4-door Taco the seats go down and you still get a decent amount of storage sealed in the cab. After that, the most budget option is to buy some big plastic bins to keep in the bed. That works well if you need more sealed storage on a camping trip or something like that. Personally I'm just not too worried about security when I get outdoors to remote areas. In the long term I am pretty interested in a hard, locking bed cover like the diamond back. Those are priced high for their value so I'll just focusing on paying off the truck for now :)

[@SerNunezelNicoya]

you guys need to come to oregon is 3000$ off the mrsp dont pay more markups to all those dealers

[@TyDollar]

That's great info! Maybe Oregon is the best choice for a lot of us west coast folks!

[@tacomaadventures540]

Nice truck! I owned the same one in the same lunar rock ❤❤❤❤

[@TyDollar]

They're beautiful trucks aren't they? I'm proud of mine, and it sounds like you like yours. Thanks for watching, and have a great day! :)

[@destroynseek]

Hey yesterday I just put a deposit in for a access cab off-road with a manual. Do you think I still have hope of getting one allocated? Dealer said it might be a long shot but they will try. I’m in Ontario Canada

[@TyDollar]

Dang it's hard to say, I don't know if the system works differently in Canada or what the demand looks like. Based on what some other people have said about wait times I do think it's still possible to get one this year. Although you might want to look into exactly when they're stopping production. That might cause you to search a little more urgently. You might have to be willing to travel. Also I have to say I know the manuals AND access cabs are more rare, especially if you want both at the same time.

[@mustymountain]

I am in BC and trying to get the exact same truck and dealers wont put in a factory order for me because they say it's too late. Let me know how it goes for you I might start asking out dealers out of province.

[@270eman]

I got an SR5 V6 4wd Double cab 6ft bed in Celestial Silver. I had to drive 6 hours away to get it. It was 1 of 12 in that configuration and color available in the country.

[@TyDollar]

You're one of the lucky ones! Seems like you've got a rare truck!

[@davidlerner23]

How long did it take after the truck was finished building to get to your dealership? Im in the exact same position. Mine has been ordered, and the build completed

[@TyDollar]

It was 1-2 weeks for me. Maybe like 10 days? I was fortunate to receive email updates about the delivery progress along the way, which made it slightly more bearable. But to be clear that was my sales rep being really cool and forwarding me the emails from the factory. I don't think you'll get those updates by default. In any case that's exciting news about your truck! I hope it goes well!

[@hfwilkesjr]

Picked up a ‘22 in October of 22. One dealer tried selling me a different taco, the next had one on the way that was already sold. The last had EXACTLY what I wanted. They all had a $5k @#$& markup. Made a deal for the last one, less than $1k markup. It’s a TRDOR DCLB 4WD premium in Lunar Rock, and damn she’s perfect for me. I started my search in August, made the deal on September 30 and I got the call and picked her up October 13th. Best of luck 🍻

[@TyDollar]

Sounds like a sick truck. Lunar rock is definitely the best color in 2023. Although to be honest if I was buying in 2022 I might have gone with the Army Green! I think top three colors are army green, lunar rock, and the quicksand. Cheers!

[@halfanchovie5144]

I stumbled on your video and this is so what I am experiencing…frustrating to the max. Thanks for the tips!

[@TyDollar]

I have to admit I considered giving up, and there were times when I wasn't sure it would work out. I hope you keep trying because these trucks are worth it!

[@ellerybice3787]

And that added Scalifornia registration tax. 😱😱😱

[@TyDollar]

Yikes!

[@LongBeacheRider]

I feel you about the finance ppl. Nice and friendly in the beginning until you tell them you don't want the extended warranty and attitude changes completely. 😂

[@TyDollar]

Yeah it can really sour what's otherwise a really fun and exciting experience. You just have to roll your eyes and let them do their little pitch.

[@joegrahe3958]

Absolutely the worst part of the buying process is dealing with F&I. Please just let me sign and be on my way. When I bought my son's 2017 Tacoma the guy said I can give you all of this, this, and this, for the same payment. Amazing right? Except that it added a year of payments. When I noted that, he seemed to think no big deal lol. Yeah lets just add another 5-6k onto the loan. I sold cars for a year back in 2003 to get some 1 on 1 sales experience. It also definitely taught me how to buy a car.

[@giuseppecastenetto8012]

Greate Video! Im in Santa Barbara CA, and can confirm everything you've experience here in Cali! Pretty frustrating to say the least. I've been looking at the tacos since 2020 🤯 due to all the reasons mentioned in your video, I sat on the idea and waited as it also wasn't a necessity. Now my car is reminding me her age (bought new, 2003)... So I'm back on the taco truck hunt, again! Now that the 4rh Gen is coming out soon, I figured I'd wait for them. Like you I had my eyes on the Pro, but landed on the OR (for exact reasons). Your logic seems very similar to mine when it comes to the Taco and I am curious. What are your thoughts behind the LB version vs the SB. Did you ever consider the LB? And also, why 3rd Gen vs the upcoming "Hybrid" 4th Gen?

[@TyDollar]

Deciding on bed length was a big deal for me. If I knew I was going to immediately drop 10k on a camper and other gear to convert the truck into an overland rig I would have gone with the long bed. But I would only do a long bed with an access cab to maintain the shorter wheelbase. In my case though I'm in no rush to invest all that money, I'll definitely spend a few years just paying off the truck. So in the shorter term, and considering this is a daily vehicle for me, the double cab makes sense. Also depending on how you look at it, the larger back seat that's water tight and climate controlled has its own benefits for camping/traveling storage.

[@TyDollar]

As for gen4, another commenter asked this question and I responded in some detail. But TLDR, I don't want to be the guinea pig for the first model year of a new Gen, and more importantly the new power train. The 3rd gen Taco engine is tried and true, and should last half a million miles if I so choose.

[@giuseppecastenetto8012]

Thanks for the quick response and yeah all valid points! Enjoy your taco! @@TyDollar

[@zoovthoj2177]

there is a long process time but you got a nice truck

[@TyDollar]

It really was a grind. But it all worked out and I'm really happy about it. Thanks for watching :)

[@domiperez1759]

My next would be an xtra cab 4x4 2024 extra cab

[@TyDollar]

Thinking about a 2024 Taco? Those look really nice as well

[@FlipFlopHippie]

Just purchased the same truck/color/options in Indianapolis. I have been ready to buy since February. Drove thru many lots after hours until I saw the one I wanted fresh off the delivery truck. Called first thing I the morning and purchased it (msrp, no add on items and no pressure for other stuff). As I was buying it, others were calling in trying to do the same. My advice-be ready to act fast.

[@TyDollar]

I couldn't agree more. It's best to be sure about your decision so you can make those quick decisions. I'm glad it worked out for you and you got a sick truck!!

[@josephmitchell6340]

Found a 2018 in the brown ans off road edition for 32500. So on fence after wanting zr2 and losing deal.

[@wilyceyote]

He takes a long time to get them it took me 18 months from allocation request to getting it good luck everybody by November they’re gonna stop making them and the gen 4 tacoma start production

[@TyDollar]

18 months is nuts!!! Wow that's got to take the cake as the longest wait. Is it really november for the end of the 2023's? Almost out of time people!

[@wilyceyote]

@@TyDollar Mine was supposed to Mine was supposed to be a 2022 access cab m/t by the time it was sudden done it was 2023 model

[@TyDollar]

You're a solider for waiting that long. I would have died of anticipation.

[@wilyceyote]

@@TyDollar it’s all about the Toyota regions what allocations they are allowed to have

[@davidzen7971]

I'm gonna Rob you 😂

[@TyDollar]

Hide your trucks, hide your wives! Thanks for watching

[@davidzen7971]

@@TyDollar Rob Zombie haha

[@ellerybice3787]

Buy the pro and paint it as you like.

[@TyDollar]

That's a great point. Wrapping is also another, potentially cheaper, option that people suggest often.

[@sarahrich696]

I just got mine just like this , it took me two months to get it , Love it

[@TyDollar]

Congratulations! Welcome to the family :) Thanks for watching

[@sebastianromero420]

The hood scoop will come in handy when you supercharge it

[@TyDollar]

Sheesh, you got a spare 7 grand for the super charger? :)

[@cbayless4294]

@@TyDollar And another 3-4k to install unless you try it you're self. The kicker is the premium fuel that's required and in Cali that can't be cheap! Around 4.30$ here in MN. Save your money and just get the OTT tune.

[@cbayless4294]

I have the same ride but a 22. I added the TRD lift kit, bed mat and lights, door seal scuff guards and floor mat's. 1k over MSRP 52K out the door. I had to go to North Dakota to find one. Bought it online never drove a Tacoma because no one had any in Minnesota to test drive. Got a text saying it's ready drove 4 hours and grabbed the key's and went home best dealer experience I've ever had. Had a one month wait. Minnesota wait was 4-6 years wait list. Wish I knew I had another year I've would have waited for a six foot bed!!

[@TyDollar]

That's an incredible story! Sounds like a hassle but I'm glad it worked out for you. All's well that ends well I suppose. I think 6 foot beds are nice but personally I would switch to an access cab with a longer bed so I could maintain the short wheelbase.

[@cbayless4294]

@@TyDollar I only see dirt roads when hunting and fishing and wanted to sleep in back with tailgate closed. Lots of black bears around here mosquito's also. save 4k with short bed! No topper. Like you love the color and Got lucky finding it!! I put the Go Rino E1 running boards on and they look good. I have a short wife and she had a hard time with the lift. The boards tie in the black wheel well trim nicely. Have fun with the mods and do yourself a favor and don't go too cheap! You'll have that truck a long time. Take care!!

[@TyDollar]

That's all great advice. I'm dreaming of a lot of different mods for sure. I'll probably go for some rock sliders at some point. Maybe one day I'll throw a camper and rooftop tent on top. I really like the wedge style tents by GFC for example. Anyway thanks for watching! :)

[@cbayless4294]

@@TyDollarI'm following so I can see how your baby is going to turn out!!! Show us the goodies!

[@fan_cool_007]

MN 4-6 years wait list? Where are you shopping? My brother, who lives in the Twin Cities, bought his last month, and the dealer had plenty in stock. 😂😂

[@awpel2]

should of waited for the new gen

[@TyDollar]

I have mixed feelings about this. The new truck has more power and torque, and gets better MPG, all due to the hybrid. Along with a new transmission, the 4th gen is basically supposed to solve every issue with the 3rd gen truck. There are definitely things I don't like. The wheelbase is 4 inches longer which is a strict downgrade, and the new dashboard touchscreen is way too big and not integrated properly, making the dash look terrible IMO. But most importantly, the turbo-4 + hybrid is a new powertrain. The whole reason to buy the 3rd gen truck is the naturally aspirated v6 2GR style engine that's been in several Toyotas for decades. The way I see it, I can always trade in for a newer truck if they turn out to be reliable. But for now I think the 3rd gen is gold!

[@artieartya]

Never buy first GEN anything. Everybody knows that by now.

[@SpX-StarCraft]

I been waiting for 2 years now..

[@TyDollar]

That's wild. Is it taking so long because of your area? Are you bound to only a few dealer options? Another person commented their stopping 2023 production in november! At this point I would almost recommend traveling out of state for the truck...

[@SpX-StarCraft]

@@TyDollar they have it here where I live but wanted 5k market adjustment. I just wait it out a few more years if I have too

[@TyDollar]

Stay strong!! I definitely wouldn't pay a market adjustment. If you're fine with the 4th gen truck, it will probably have the kinks ironed out in a few years anyway :) Although, people are speculating the MSRP on the 4th gen will be significantly higher than the 3rd gen due to all the new features...

[@tacoponcho]

how much markup did you end up paying?

[@TyDollar]

I got out the door for MSRP + Tax & Fees only, so no markups or dealer add ons :) That was part of my search. Finding the truck for MSRP only.

[@tacoponcho]

@@TyDollari havent been able to find any, which dealer has no markups?

[@TyDollar]

Are you in southern California? I bought my truck from Toyota of Whittier in LA area. They did not mark up the truck and I was able to negotiate no dealer add-ons. I was also working with Santa Margarita Toyota south of Irvine. They told me specifically they don't markup or force add-ons (TRD Off-road anyway). However I didn't actually buy from them so who knows what would have happened if I went through with it.

[@tacoponcho]

@@TyDollaryeah im in socal. thanks for the insight.

[@mussim2919]

Looks clean!

[@TyDollar]

Thanks!! Every time I see the truck it's hard to look away :)

[@celticsfaninthedesert4778]

3rd gen Tacoma is such trash

[@TyDollar]

I'm sorry you feel that way celticsfaninthedesert4778

[@sethbonte5313]

Picking mine up in about an hour 😊

[@TyDollar]

Whoa congrats!! Let us know how it went. Thanks for watching :)

[@sethbonte5313]

Absolutely love my new truck

[@TyDollar]

Let's go!! Congrats!!

[@oscaro1974]

i got the same truck a month ago but wasn’t easy.. had to do my research and shop around and the sales person told me white tacos are easier to come by because they make more than any other color. Still ended up with my lunar rock

[@TyDollar]

I'd believe that, I think white is the most common color of any car. I'm happy you were able to get Lunar Rock! Seems like most people are having to put in work for a Taco at this point. Thanks for watching! :)

[@pancakefox8435]

Hello! Yes, pio pico. Thanks I live in Temecula so I’m thinking of taking my family there this Friday

[@TyDollar]

That's great! If you can get in you should enjoy the trail. There are three entrances so you could exit near the town of Dulzura on highway 94 or farther south near the border which spits you out right next to a jail. I'd recommend the first option. You'll want to pay attention to the map near the top of the mountain and make the correct turn. It's likely you'll encounter other vehicles, including dirtbikes or quads so heads up!