This Will Make You Want A 2ND GEN Toyota TACOMA

[@CanadianGearhead]

Get the new Miles Mean Nothing Tacoma T-shirt here: canadiangearhead.com/product/miles-mean-nothing-tee/

[@gngraves]

Cute but $35 Is for a t shirt for people who like value? Lol

[@CanadianGearhead]

@@gngraves Imagine going to a site with "Canadian" in the name and assuming the price is in USD

[@gngraves]

@CanadianGearhead Well it has a dollar sign on it without any indication it's canadian. Imagine when Most of your listeners are in the united states and you wouldn't even clarify that? And then want to be a smart ass instead of fix the mistake. Perhaps you don't want any listeners in the united states so I will take note of that.

[@CanadianGearhead]

@@gngraves It's stated in bold text at the very top of the description.

[@gngraves]

@CanadianGearhead you need "CAN$" Next to your dollar sign. Don't fix it if you don't want to I don't care. You'll lose customers because nobody in canada can afford a t shirt Trudough has made the cost of living so high. But i'm telling you The assumption when you just see a dollar sign only is that it is going to be USD. It's the world's reserve currency and I didn't make it that way , so don't blame me. You should learn from your mistakes instead of attacking your would be customers.

[@stephenmiller780]

I have a 4.0 V6 Tacoma that I bought new in 06. 18 years later I have 371,000 miles and it’s still my everyday driver. I love my truck!

[@wolfeadventures]

Wow. That’s incredible. Do you burn any oil?

[@stephenmiller780]

@@wolfeadventures doesn’t burn any oil. Even pulled my 3,000 pound camper around last year.

[@DylanGarciaaa]

Does the 06’ have head gasket issues? I’m looking at a sport your same blue color for $13,000 clean title 144k miles.

[@Bluegastank]

Same here I've been driving my 2006 for over 10 years as a daily driver with 232,000 miles not burning oil but I change it every 4 to 5000 with mobile one synthetic seems like it takes about 10 minutes with the oil filter on top 😊

[@Bluegastank]

@@DylanGarciaaa never had a head gasket issue on my 06

[@erikhanna4525]

Everyone on youtube has 60k+ suped up mall crawlers or monster trucks, I appreciate a channel that really brings it back down to earth. Vehicles of this nature were never ment to become this materialistic status symbol that they are today.

[@CanadianGearhead]

Thanks for watching!

[@robbarber7253]

Rooftop tents and 2L fuel jugs on the side 😂

[@jaycobrides8183]

People use them for whatever they want.

[@kidsythe]

believe it or not. a not rusty second gen Tacoma also cost 60k+ anymore. tbh a 400k miles clapped beyond belief is still the same price as a new good truck

[@illbeseeingya]

couldn't have said it better

[@plasticman3952]

My 2005 Tacoma was the only vehicle I didn't trade-in.13 years after making the last payment it's still running perfectly fine. It is the best thing I've ever bought besides my new home.

[@Schoen10506]

Luv my 05 Tacoma, Original owner here less than 95-k no payments, money saved went into upgrades inside and out, ppl ask me "what year is that truck" ;)

[@JasonMichaelKotarski]

Yup, same. The first year of the 2nd Gen has given us some curve balls, (ahem headlights and front wheel bearings) But for real, the 4.0, tow package, after market parts.

[@craigman7262]

If it’s a v6 u rolling the dice on that head gasket

[@doyouhavegainsonyourphone4507]

Picking up a 2005 with 271k tomorrow.

[@firedriver8367]

I've owned a Chevy luv and a Ford Ranger with a V6 engine and then I stepped up to a 2014 Tacoma with a V6 and it's bye far the best mid size truck I've bought. My '14 Tacoma has 89K miles and I have it service every 5K miles. I really think this truck will last me for the rest of my life. I will never buy a 4 cylinder engine or a EV!! 2nd. GEN. Best truck Toyota has made.

[@kieranstone1136]

I plan on have my 09 taco for the rest of my life it’s my favourite truck ever and the aftermarket support keeps me broke but building it up is my biggest joy in life 😂

[@ohscheisse2192]

I love my 2012 PreRunner too. Your comment makes me happy. The simple joys in life are the best.

[@CigarKingASMR]

You got the v4 or v6???? I can’t find anything in my area but the v6 and found a good deal but I don’t tow anything and only care about long term reliability

[@kieranstone1136]

I got the v6 with just under 280k on it. Still purrs like a kitten. It’s a great engine im bias but personally I think they are the most robust ones toyota ever made. I’d suggest getting a OTT tune on it though, increases the throttle response and changes the shift points in the trans and drives beautifully

[@rstumbaugh43]

Hey, thanks for an informative, helpful video, very through. VERY much appreciated!!

[@jakejanosko2052]

@@kieranstone1136my big complaint with the truck is the sluggish transmission. Does a proper OTT tune take the crazy lag out of the automatic transmission and make it shift better? It would be worth it just for that let alone being faster.

[@michaelduke4500]

Ok, I had a 1998 Tacoma base 4cyl. single cab with a manual trans, crank windows, and bench seat (brown tweed) and it was my daily driver for many years. Never a real problem except the starter burning out. When I sold it, it has 157K (US miles). I presently own a 2012 Taco white base with a manual trans, crank windows, and bench seat (gray fabric) as my daily driver. Presently it has 156K miles and so far, never a problem. Since my home life is simple, my single cab fits the bill perfectly and able to keep my 6ft bed. Gas run roughly 25mpg in the city 27 mpg highway. Since live in FL, there is still NO rust and no need to 4wd. Keeping the white taco as long as I can. Great to know both truck used a REAL key; less is more.

[@CanadianGearhead]

Which truck do you like better?

[@Ottomypall]

Got same as you luv it.

[@michaelduke4500]

@@CanadianGearhead actually, that is a hard question to answer. The 1998 was a total four-cylinder mountain goat. As for my present 2012, it’s actually smoother to drive but still doesn’t have that rugged feel to it. I like a truck to feel like a truck not a car.

[@jonathanasencio4533]

For me the best Taco is a 2015 Toyota Tacoma Double cab Long bed 4x4, that thing is amazing.

[@Castellanocreep]

I got the short bed but still gem trucks . 2015 is the holy grail I think

[@lucasdeverse6596]

Just got mine a few months back

[@jonathanasencio4533]

@@lucasdeverse6596 I wish you the best with that truck man, they're amazing.

[@Bwillev]

@@Castellanocreep I've gotta manual 15 dcsb.. Easily my favorite vehicle I've ever owned.

[@gratefullee1042]

2011 TRD Sport 4.0 V6 here and DAMN, I LOVE MY TACO!

[@harrisonpennington5784]

2015 is unrivaled, the pinnacle of 2nd gen

[@richardstone5241]

Yep! Couldn't agree more. Simplicity, Reliability and DIY friendly is what I like!

[@alvaroguerra3627]

I'm here loving my 2014 have her at 98k miles, got her at 60k miles and can't complain, very simple , dependable and easy to work on❤

[@jassibrar3913]

My old man and I have been taking good care of our 2011 crew cab TRD sport. Gets the job done time and time again, I prefer the dependability to all the new bells and whistles these days. Only just breaking in with 220,000 KM

[@jassibrar3913]

When my pops no longer plans to drive this truck, I hope to own it and over time add some upgrades and make it mine haha

[@abdelruiz3837]

Have you done the timing belt change?

[@ricksativa6849]

@@abdelruiz3837 I believe they have a chain... That's what my mechanic told me..

[@duanedragon2]

I am a professional auto mechanic. For the past 27 years I have made a good living fixing complicated and often compound problems. Every day I work on and drive other people's trucks. My daily is a green 2009 Tacoma single cab 2wd base model, with some features. It has 190k miles on it and still doesn't leak anything. It has about 3 moving parts. It is the last Great Generation of Toyota trucks. Everything newer has more points of failure than the space shuttle. Twice a month it pulls a teardrop trailer down the highway at 70mph @ 18mpg, for hundreds of miles, even with the A/C cranked and loaded with a weekends worth of camping stuff. What a great truck.

[@duanedragon2]

2TR-FE/A340E FOR LYFE

[@dawsn6]

The 2010 onward has more failures? Isnt the last gen up to 2015 tho?

[@Blckbetty6.0]

i’d like to know what headunit u went with

[@lucasdeverse6596]

@@dawsn6I think what he meant was that everything newer meaning 2016+

[@johntaylor2709]

I have a 2010 2.7L regular cab 4x4 with the manual trans. Not sure how many were made, but that does seem like a hard combo to find. Slow and reliable but still fun to drive.

[@ajsomp]

I’m literally looking at a 2010 extended cab 2.7 4x4 with manual trans right now. It’s been exceptionally hard to find one

[@aldo9345]

I literally have the exact same truck. 2010 4x4 standard cab 5 speed. It's so fun to drive I call it a Miata with 4 low 😂

[@flex3733]

This is exactly what I own and it’s the most fun I’ve have while going slow

[@alibabaschultz352]

Very rare.

[@CarGuyCole]

Bought a 2012 2nd gen (facelift) a little over a month ago as my first truck it's a SR5 PreRunner RWD automatic access cab V6 as well that's silver and I absolutely love it! I bought it with 107K miles and have put 1000 on since then and its been a very nice little truck. I am putting some switchback LED headlights in this weekend.

[@Skwid-Lives]

My 2007 5 speed 4 Banger is still going strong

[@wilson3246]

I bought a 2022 TRD Off Road almost two years ago. I've been in a lot of rental cars with modern features and whatnot, but I never really cared about them. You're 1000% right. Old **is** gold. I was actually looking to order a '22 Bronco 2dr but didn't want to wait 2 years for Ford to build it and the 6cyl ecoboosts were blowing up for some owners. The engine and the long wait time pushed me away so I decided to go for a 4Runner. The dealership that my family buys from all the time only had 4 allocations and the only TRD OR was sold already and they had no idea when the next TRD OR would come in so I got my Tacoma. From putting down a deposit to build and delivery, it was 28 days which was a lot quicker than most people on Tacomaworld who were waiting for theirs. The 3.5L is seriously lacking in low end power but I'm gonna get the OTT tune soonish to hopefully improve the stupid tuning Toyota did for this engine/trans combo. I had 4 people come up to me asking to sell my truck to them in the first year I owned it, lol. I don't really do "truck stuff", I just wanted an off roader hence the Bronco and 4Runner. I love this thing despite being slow as molasses, it just looks so damn nice with a 2" lift and 33" tires.

[@estrada03781]

Just bought a 2013 with 90K miles and 1 owner for less than $19K in excellent condition and all original! Score!!!!

[@onmuumno]

I just got a 2013 61k miles 21,5.

[@blaiwayw1]

Bought my 2013 TRD access cab new for $30.6K. Now that it’s 10 years old, I have permanent plates on it. I added a ARB bumper, and Warn winch. Which made me replace the front coil springs. Also added extra leaf springs to the rear. That’s about it. No repairs. Just made 60K miles. I don’t see why I’ll ever need another PU.

[@RandomThinker10]

Had a red 2012 Toyota Tacoma, 2 door 4 banger, with the bench seat and roll up windows. Loved that truck so much. No frills, just my good ole boy that never let me down. Traded it in for a 3rd gen. Love the 3rd gen but I definitely still think back on my first Tacoma. It had some serious charm.

[@shawnn6926]

I never had the 1st or 2nd but I love my 3rd Gen. It fits my needs perfect. '17 TRD Sport ext cab 6.5' box. I'm a landscaper, property manager, painter, mover and on the weekends towing a 21' Searay and back in '21 towed a flat bed trailer with a 1930 Ford Model A from Tampa FL to Kzoo MI. 113K miles and still drives like brand new.

[@NoLove4Babylon]

Spot on take! I look back at my 2011 every time I walk away from it like it’s a Ferrari. It just works, kills it off road, and I really love the styling.

[@Republican4ever]

I love My 2006 Tacoma 230k mile . Still runs great. I also have a complete spare motor 20 k mile sit in my garage. Plan to keep 4ever.

[@stevenworley1784]

I absolutely love my 2012 double cab Tacoma with the V6. I replaced the head unit with alpine stereo and speakers, replaced the Headlights from extreme terrain. I run Amsoil in everything this truck requires. Thank you for your video

[@Zwrld781]

Where I get the extreme terrain headlight form?

[@jimhafer212]

I have a 1986 SR5 pickup 491k miles, 01 xtra cab 2.7 5 speed, 2012 xtra cab 2.7 5 speed, and my tru love is my 1977 FJ40. Easy to maintain and all have been bulletproof and provided miles and years of dependable service here in Montana.

[@rontucker8834]

Agreed! I have a 2007 Tacoma Sport crew cab 257,000 miles. No issues and running great. Don't need all the bells and whistles on the newer generation Tacomas. Plus they are 3x the cost!

[@abdelruiz3837]

Have you done the timing belt change?

[@TheHyena-ru8bz]

I love my V6 2015 double cab short bed Tacoma. I had the choice to purchase the newer version but I decided against it because it looks way to glammed up to be a truck. I like the look of the 2nd Gen it's a timeless classic. The only thing I would recommend is if you're purchasing one get the Tow package.

[@rudetoy8264]

Spot on dude! Am not the one keep chasing latest and greatest, but will chase the most reliable truck that let me take her off-road and bring me back in one piece. My 05 4x4 Tacoma has 263K miles and she is still kicking. Perfect reliability, spaciousness and very utilitarian in every way that I have finally named her!

[@tonyz5928]

I just bought a really nice 2010 this year. Best used truck I've purchased.

[@leemarkgaytan8227]

I bought a 2015 4 door 2nd gen Tacoma and I've been very pleased with my purchase.

[@blakeepperson3902]

4.0 V6 is soooo good. I love my 2011.

[@LuisSanchez-dw7mt]

The second gen is a beast. I used a 4.0 truck for work and decided to get another 4.0 to have. I realized these trucks are one of a kind. Old is gold.

[@danettej4796]

I owned a 1st generation Tacoma, it was fantastic. I pulled two jet skis. I had the 3.4 V6, which had great power. I like the 2nd generation but have never driven one.

[@NATOHA-64]

I have had my Tacoma 2005 2ND GEN double cab V6 4x4 155,000 miles very happy with it had to change my bad cats out ouch but runs like new now I take care of my vehicles, and they last great looking shape inside almost looks like new lots of fun over the years and lots of dirt on my tires. Have fun be safe.

[@BozardsInAlaska]

My 2012 DCLB 4.0 V6 has 225,000 miles and is still rolling strong

[@CurbAppealLand]

Mine had 255,000 before a tree fell on it last week😢

[@timbo389]

I have a 13 double cab and I absolutely love it. It has enough technology for me and it’s rock solid.

[@bigsmoke279]

Plan on keeping my 2016 Tacoma forever. Currently at 175k miles, no issues

[@anthonymccarthy5740]

Got 230,229K On mine it still cranks up and runs smooth like Texas road house butter on steak

[@antboooy]

Me too. 8 years and it's only at 65000. That's what happens when you live on an island that's only 50 miles wide😅

[@Zwrld781]

My 2016 also had 180k no major issues really

[@Zwrld781]

I left that job so don’t have the truck no more..

[@loveydovey4u]

That's not the 4.0..... good luck!

[@AlKey3]

2012 Taco with 340,000 miles! solid in every respect even towing. I do wish it had the 8 speed tranny though. It has always tended to hunt ...

[@ernestjohnson1807]

Do a regear. I did 4.88s and 33 inch tires on a 2.7. 5lug access cab. It even drives good in the mountains. And that's saying something with the 2.7l of pissed off hamster.

[@chrisbradshaw5705]

I have same truck, put the OTT tune on it about a year ago and all I can say is look into it asap and go get it installed! I live in in the mountains and the truck used to hunt gears like crazy, now it just holds gears in the perfect torque range! 265/75/16 I put 3rd gen shocks to level it out and have a shell, everything stock. OTT tune is the truth, loo into it!

[@samuelclark2434]

I have a 2012 with 69k on it, bought it with 53k on it in 2022, I plan on keeping it as long as I can, but yeah, those 5 speed autos hunt between 4th and 5th, sometimes if I'm on back roads or in hills or mountains I put in 4, instead of drive, the gear hunting can get annoying

[@CP-pf6gx]

2005 tacoma here, 320k. Still going strong as I do all the mechanics by myself. I also put a FJ-Cruiser transfer case in it, for a reliable old school 4x4. The best mod I ever done. No need for holographic-thingy-kind-of-electronic-ready-to-break-stuff, rather looking for a car.

[@mauriciocampos6577]

We own a 2008 4Runner and 2006 Tacoma TRD off road both trucks are 4x4 with the V6 and we love both. Hard to beat those gens how reliable they are.

[@Invertmini1212]

Their V6 is bulletproof.. Proven reliability.

[@juvalflorestorres7142]

I picked up a 2012 4x4 6 speed back in 2020 and man I absolutely love it. Never plan on getting rid of it.

[@robertflorian5970]

2008 TRD double cab Taco here. I saved her from reckless owner and now with 250k she purrs like a kitten. Love my truck and all your points are valid. Just keep cleaning and rustproofing frame which is weak point. Looking forward to another 100-200k :)

[@tractordave9300]

I like your truck still is a good looking Yota. 2015 SR5 V6 Black , best truck I’ve ever had

[@RyeDoug]

I bought an '05 last year and the ease I have had working on this truck has been delightful. The 4.0L V6 is so reliable. Even though it does have its issues, like worn syncros, a possible head gasket leak or worn water pump, and an alternator that seems to be going out. But I have new headlights, I put a '13 head unit into it to sacrifice radio for Bluetooth, and a couple more mods. Best vehicle I've ever owned.

[@dustyboard2247]

2015 4x4 double cab short bed. Bought new by accident. Truly a great truck.

[@Mishka_Adventures]

i have the same truck and they're bullet proof if you maintain them 🤙 💪

[@dustyboard2247]

@@Mishka_Adventures Maintain it by the book, oil undercoat 2x a year. 124,000 miles looks and drives like new. Temped by new 24 Taco, 4runner, 1958 Land Cruiser.

[@spo307]

me too

[@thomasmeadows256]

The 2015 supposed to be the best

[@toyotas4ever]

Shhhh! Don't tell everyone how great they are, it'll drive the prices up on these used trucks. Let's keep it a secret how great older Toyotas are. 😂😂 Great video, always enjoy your stuff. 👍

[@CanadianGearhead]

Haha is it possible for used Tacos to go any higher than they already are? Thanks for watching!

[@Midwesttcg1]

I still can't find a decent one with less than 200k miles for less than $10k here in Chicago. 😢

[@artm6723]

Too late.

[@shawnn6926]

I think everyone already knows about Tacoma's reliability and that's why they always sold well but never made big money for the stealerships.. Toyota knew this and designed the 4th Gen so people (fanboys) will have to buy a new one every few years or 150K miles.

[@marjorienelson6895]

Yep, too late, I bought a 2014 taco for $35k. It's outrageous.

[@77ford20]

My favorite generation of Tacoma is the 2nd gen. They’re honest - they aren’t extremely powerful and can’t tow a huge amount, but they were never marketed that way. They do everything that can be reasonably asked of them. With proper maintenance, people have no huge issues with them either. I love my red 2015 SR5, it’s my first vehicle. There’s a few things I wish it had, but I wouldn’t ever give it up!

[@glyniscoleman4813]

We haul a 22 foot sailboat with our 2013 don't go the fastest but it does it

[@firedriver8367]

I have a 2014 Tacoma double-cab with the V6 and only 88,000 miles and garaged , at this rate it will probably be my last truck. I also have a 2016 Camery XSE with a V6 and it only has 47,000 miles. Both of these Toyotas have been great vehicles.

[@mastermax1919]

i bought my 2015 tacoma trd off road with a 104k miles at 22500 yeah i paid alot but in the 2 years ive had it, i have loved it so damn much, its done everything ive asked of it and more. its reliable, comfortable, and all the "upgrades" and maintenance ive done myself and its frankly been really easy. i love my Taco, the only thing i really wish i had was a powered read slider for my back window

[@jeffreyriedenauer9052]

Having owned a 1st gen Pre-Runner, 2nd gen 4.0L Double Cab, and now a built out 3rd gen TRD Off-road long bed. I would say the 2 gen was better in reliability and drivability… I prefer the 4.0L. If the 2nd gen broke I was asking for it and at fault. The 3rd gen just has problems that arise from no where. My first truck was a pre-Tacoma 2wd and that thing took the biggest beating out of all of them and gave me near zero problems. Toyota….don’t make ‘em like they used to.

[@sammyquick793]

I love my ‘09 Tacoma! It’s an access cab, 4 cylinder, 5-speed, so it was more affordable when I got it and isn’t too bad on gas! I added a few things here and there to make it look cool, but not outlandish (yet😂). Upgrading the head unit was definitely a nice modernizing touch!

[@detskysade2581]

Agree!!! You don’t need brand new super trd pro mall crawler edition for 90% of off road trails out there. I have 5th gen 4Runner SR5 and that car has all those old school features that are bullet proof.

[@interstate80.]

When I was buying a truck, I test drove a 2010 Tacoma and a 2003 Tacoma. They were the same price exactly. I just didn’t like the 2010 as much as the 03. It felt too big. I ended up going with the 03. The gearbox felt better too. It shifted smoother and the clutch felt better. And I really wanted the manual transfer case.

[@jedpenney9937]

I have a 2013 TX Baja. Bought it new. It is the best vehicle of any kind I've ever owned. 118k miles on it. I usually try to replace my rig every 10 years, but that was before I owned a Tacoma. Earlier this year, I made a decision to keep it and upgrade it. I just updated the suspension all around and went with an adaptive suspension control system, which is a real game changer. I've updated the headlights, taillights and put on new steel bumpers. On the list are a new head unit and some additional lighting. All these upgrades are/will be a fraction of the cost of a new, comparable Taco or something equivalent, so I am going to try to keep it another 10 years before I think about something else.

[@mattdaniel2395]

Im glad youre a regular dude that understands that you dont need all the stupid shut just cause you have too much money and it exists. I hate new trucks. This was one of the best generations

[@elliotschneider5643]

I Totally agree. The 2nd gen tacoma Is a perfect balance between cost, comfort and reliability. I own an 06 v6 6spd and an 08 v6 auto and I really couldn't ask for better small/mid sized trucks for under 10k. Ive got a feeling that there gonna hold there value extremely well if not go up in value in the near future.

[@se7encureton]

I have owned so many Toyota pickups. My favorite was my o7 x runner. Great great pickup. Had to sell it. My old man knee wasn’t letting me do it anymore. The x runner never once let me down. Now n days im loving my 4 door sr5 sport. Such a great pickup. The power of a 4 banger and the mpg of a v8. lol love it!!! I took time and got the pickup I wanted I needed the 4.0 it’s just the best motor Iv ever had. I wish I got the long bed but all and all I am proud to own it.

[@Count_Smackula]

I'm the original owner of an '06 TRD DBL cab mt6 4x4. It does what a truck is supposed to do: it tows, it hauls, and it's reasonably comfortable. I'll keep it until I can't drive anymore.

[@justaresiguy6197]

I bought a four door, 6ft bed, SR5, 4x4, 2011 Tacoma with 180k miles from my father in law... absolutely LOVE the truck!! The mileage isn't even a concern for me! Runs like new and gets 18mpg in town 21mpg on the highway! Definitely pick one up if you get the chance!

[@F40-c4i]

New tacos are the biggest truck status symbol. Rare to see one on a job site given it’s the same price as a f150. Big fan of the older versions though.

[@sinister7707]

Took my 2.5 gen all over the place. All I ever did was change oil every 5k miles. Enough power and reliable.

[@ABEC34]

I absolutely love my 09 tacoma pre-runner 4cyl 5spd manual that I got brand new in High-school. Only 2 regrets, not getting it 4x4 and getting the access cab. Now that I have a baby it is not practical at all as you mentioned.

[@mtaylor6745]

Access cab sucks for passengers, but I flip my rear seats down and it makes a perfect bed for our dog

[@jscott4431]

This video is spot on. I searched for a 2nd Gen V6 for over two years. I was about to give up hope of finding one in good condition that wasn't way over-priced. Finally found 2015 SR5 access cab in great condition with 33K miles at a fair price from private owner. This was back in 2017 and I'm still loving it today. I plan on keeping my truck indefinitely (I cannot justify the cost of a new truck). Plus, as you mentioned, I love the simplicity. You don't have to be a software engineer to work on the 2nd Gen. Hopefully, I won't have a frame rust issue, living here in Northeast US. I had the frame treated by the dealer at zero cost and so far, no noticeable rust.

[@blaiwayw1]

Well done presentation on the 2nd gen. I have a 2013 TRD access cab. It’s plain Jane appearance get negative reviews. I’ve driven Toyota trucks from 86, 91, (2000 first year Tundra) and now the 2013. What a great truck. I paid 30.6K right off the lot in 2013.

[@RipcordHQ]

I've had a 2nd gen Taco for years and just recently picked up an SW20, pretty good combo!

[@ArkanZillow]

Man I love these tracks,got 301.000 miles and still going like new even I have same alternator and starter at this truck.best track ever

[@freecanadaplease]

1st gen Tundra is the best Tacoma

[@CanadianGearhead]

Haha that's a tough one to argue, V8 for the win

[@theUltimateLord]

Couldn't have said it better my self

[@robertespinoza2740]

Only if they came with 6 speed manual

[@SmokinZen]

Typo

[@kelvinelrick807]

Big Tire Garage v8 swapped his 2nd gen taco with the 2uz. And he has a transfer case from an FJ... I think.... maybe it's the 4Runner.

[@bikes_99]

Just hauled a loaded 3500lbs U-Haul trailer from Van island to Alberta with my 2010 4L V6 access cab and was beyond impressed. Got it last summer and it now has 335k kms and runs like a dream

[@abdelruiz3837]

Have you done the timing belt change?

[@BigChiefWiggles]

@@abdelruiz3837 Its a chain, no need to change it, made for the life of the truck if you change your oil when you should.

[@Pedersons1]

Thanks for the video! I'm learning so much about these incredible trucks!! 5 days ago I found a unicorn... rust free 05 6 speed manual TRD Off-Road with an ARE canopy. 236,000 miles total. Less than 7,000 miles on brand new clutch and transmission, less than 1,000 miles on 3rd gen rims and summer tires, less than 400 miles on winter tires, no leaks on the engine, runs and idles beautifully. I bought it and I love it already. Only thing I'd want different is a 6' long bed with canopy.

[@jrig92]

Totally agree but I went with a 3rd gen just because people want too much for a 2nd gen. I specifically ordered a Trail Edition for its simplicity. Key to start, no 360 Cam and Parking sensors. Comes with Diff lock and bigger and stronger rear end. 2 Tacomas and 1 Tundra all with push button starts got stolen in my street within a week.

[@carsonwright9693]

Gotta remember to lock and hit the unlock button twice. Turns off the truck’s transmitter so thieves can’t get the code to steal it

[@coldisle]

I Totally agree with you. I’m reluctantly selling my beloved 2002 2.7L Tacoma (now at 150k miles and literally runs like new,.)because I need some extra towing power. I can’t wait to take possession of my new (to me) 2013 6cyl access cab (which I prefer because I like the 6’bed..) tastefully/professionally upgraded by a former owner with great heated leather seats. I just saw a 2025 bright orange Tacoma at the dealership with a $65k price tag.. and thought….why? Excited to be entering The Second Generation…all I will need for many, Many more years. Hell at 119k miles she’s just barely broken in!! Your comments made my day. Thanks for a really well done, thoughtful video!

[@SpidermanWebster]

My 2015 double cab 4×4 ,2nd. Gen. Is my best investment as far as a vehicle goes, very reliable, pulls my 12ft.boat trailer with ease and I love the color blue,I even painted my little boat the same color as the truck, it looks amazing.👍great video,you are so right about these little trucks, 👍

[@DaveCarr-gr3dw]

Bought my 09 tacoma v6 trd off road with 75k miles now it has over 250k and still runs smooth can't tell the difference from when I first Bought it , i do all my maintenance so i know its done right, that's really all it needs, and love the wide variety of aftermarket parts and upgrade you can get for it ,i plan to keep it forever 😀 it red so my wife named it Scarlett 😅

[@surrelljr]

Have my 2010 Tacoma, the only 6 speed manual transmission I’ve come across, I love it! No frills and I can live with that. I don’t use it for rough four wheeling, that’s what my 93 blazer is for, not afraid to scratch or dent it.

[@andyamysarizonaadventures5450]

I bought a 3rd gen 5spd manual, it was the only one available in the state at the time.Crusing around the dealership I loved it.But the next couple weeks of driving to work in traffic was uncomfortable. The main reason was the gears are very low you would shift 3 times b4 crossing the intersection unlike a 1984 4spd Toyota I had,also you have to push the clutch in so far to engage it you need to practically sit under the dash to accomplish this and I'm 5'11" , so never could get the right seat position.

[@panini5657]

Crushed the front right end of my Taco' not but 2 weeks ago. luckily no real frame damage. rebuilding her as we speak. blessed she didnt get damaged too bad.

[@alejandro_apodaca_]

I love my 2007 V8 4Runner Limited 4x4. I tow my car to the track with it, go off-roading with it, drive it to work most days, has a carplay head unit, and it just looks great imo. It’s really got everything I need. All for about $10k with 207k miles when I bought it last year

[@jameskocks4734]

that was my plan with my 2005 V8 4runner, but i sold my WRX to carmax. it was the most "adult" thing i ever did😅

[@DG-Choc]

Appreciate the thought. My 2014 2nd gen club cab is doing just fine (SR5 4x4). Besides tires I have only replaced the alternator at 118K. The next gen 4 w turbo charger will take time to see the quality we like in Toyota.

[@williamjamnik1385]

I got a 2008 manual Tacoma with 55k miles a couple of months ago I love it

[@harysuper]

Nice video! I really love my 2015 I bought used 2 years ago! It is a 2.7 2WD double cab. Only option it has is that it is a double cab. I added a bunch of options including a roof rack, bed extender, homelink mirror and even heated seats. It still has that base model look with the options that came on a limited.

[@robertfeightner5354]

ive owned a toyota pu since 1986, 1st gen only replaced the water pump and clutches 270,000 mi, then bought a 2002 tundra only kept it for 3 yrs no problems, then bought a 2007 tacoma , its sitting in the garage with no problems, only repair was the alternator, i will always drive a toyota pu

[@davidloucks3769]

I had a 2009 TRD sport for 14 years. 400000 kms and still ran like new. Traded it in for a 2023 TRD sport manual. Both trucks are Great! Miss the 2nd Gen but love driving that manual.

[@thomasjones9394]

I just purchased my son's Tacoma second-gen for $17.5k. I had the breaks done and have added running boards. So far so good,

[@bryanvelasco5326]

Proud owner of a 2015 trd sport pyrite mica.

[@maykevin5]

Still have my 2012 2nd gen. 260,000 miles and running strong. Clear cote starting to bubble in some spots but it's been outside all it's life.

[@lathamarea1437]

love my 08 tacoma, 385,000 runs like a top..I do have the off road model with a 6 inch lift kit..Driving in New England snowstorms with 500 pounds in the box, this truck gets me to work..

[@eight0eightDVS]

My favorite is the 1st gen which is what I own 04 double cab TRD-Off-road but I like the 3rd gen’s also.

[@NerdyCats3]

I have a 2002 xtra cab Tacoma manual with the TRD package. This truck is just so solid and reliable, idk if any other can beat it. 190K and going strong only maintenance. They don't make them like this anymore. Love it.

[@timothyconnecticut1910]

Direct injection was intended to reduce carbon on the valves. Love my 2nd gen 05. Sr5 , 4cyl, manual trans, 4x4 extended cab. Currently 44000 miles.

[@JayReacio]

Bought a 1st gen Tacoma rusty bucket a couple years ago. Hauled me and a fully loaded U haul from New York to Mississippi. I’ve since then hauled dirt, feed, even several sheep in the 6 ft bed, always getting 23 MPG no matter what I’m doing. She may be “underpowered” but the 5 speed legendary 3.4 V6 has yet to let me down

[@Bentlybow]

I will never trust a turbo on a daily driver. My uncle owns a cab company he has ran pretty much every type of vehicle to it's death. Anything with a super charger or a turbo was the first thing to cause major issues and they're not cheap to replace. 2nd gen for life.

[@brandod84]

I have a 2nd gen doublecab TRD sport, and I love it. Right around 285xxx miles and still strong. By far, the best vehicle I've owned

[@ilikerealflight]

get a 2013, optional heated seats (wish it had a heated steering wheel when its -30), maintain the temperature reading rearview mirror that is lost in 2014, and keep the clock that's lost in 2015

[@HaynerTV]

I currently own a first gen. I’ve have had a second and third gen. Also had 2.5 gen tundra, fourth gen 4runner, and fifth gen 4runnner. The second gen taco is my favorite.

[@fernandodelacruz5056]

2nd gen for life vato, 2007 single cab 5 lug 2.7 over 200,000 miles and running like a champ

[@vinnycent007]

I currently own a X Runner and a SR5 4x4 double cab v6. One of the best buys since the truck is simple to work on, but have some quality of life features which the first gen didn't have.

[@GinoPascon]

I have a '23 TRD Off Road Access Cab 6M. The key, and ignition look the same as my '92 Pickup. I firmly believe that My truck is the best you can do. I'm going off road with it today, and will drive it to work on Monday. Great vid, keep up the good work!

[@SickiR]

2010 Toyota Tacoma Access Cab 4x4 V6 - Lifted on 33s 💪🏽

[@rodt1137]

I live on Kauai and the uncles at the dump say my second gen is the one of the nicest trucks on island. They like it’s simple, looks nice, and I still use it for work.

[@tonyborzumato8510]

Almost 200k Miles on my 2013 SR5 Prerunner double cab. Bought it new for under $27k. Still solid as the day I bought it. When I bought it, I was in S. Florida, and had little to no need for 4WD, but now that I've retired to TN, I wish it was a 4x4 with a very slight lift. My truck has the limited slip diff, and a locker would be nice, but I don't really need it. I did install onboard air (with REALLY loud horns), so I can air up & down if needed. The original 245's were long since replaced with 265 Toyo Open Country II (and then III) A/T tires, which are great.

[@Scrapla1]

Purchased a used 07 Tacoma 2wd double cab long bed several years ago and love it! I had two recalls which were the leaf springs and one for a bad air bag sensor (I believe they replaced the clock spring). I live down south so I don't have to worry about salt on the roads but the sunlight faded the paint on my roof really bad. If you buy a 2ns gen please make sure you keep it waxed!

[@ilikerealflight]

I have found a simple joy in the simplicity of the layout of these trucks. Could just be that I'm used to it by now, but everything just works. Love having a small screen in it, and physical knobs and switches. Also, the cheap plastic interior is absolutely perfect for my usage. Allows me to not have to worry too much about dinging up the interior. Nothing quite like the freedom of folding the seats down, and just tossing some gear in the back

[@jamesfishing2294]

Buying one Tommorow 🙏

[@Landolipps]

My oldest son is almost 17 and I been looking to get his first truck. He’s been driving my second get tundra the last year. He really wants a second gen Tacoma. Those things hold their value like no other. Biggest problem is everything in his price range has well over 200k miles