Used Tacoma Buying Advice

[@tomr9661]

Skip the lift, big tires etc., buy one as close to stock as possible and add your own quality mods,

[@davidlucas598]

Tacoma’s are still the best truck made that’s why resale is so good

[@RobMotive]

Absolutely 👍

[@the_don4671]

And extremely expensive lol

[@stackthatartpaper]

Always buy a higher trim when buying used. And single owner if possible. People with money don’t dog out their expensive top trim vehicles.

[@lanejones8668]

Not always true, I make good money, drive high trim level trucks (2022 Chevy 2500 high country duramax) and I bust them at work. Trying to buy a 3rd gen Tacoma TRD Off Road at the moment to beat up and park my duramax.

[@HappyHermitt]

2007 Base Prerunner 4 door owner. I love my plain lil truck

[@exploregon3329]

Bought my 2013 TRD Offroad Tacoma in April 2021. Drove it first, it felt great, still does. Crawled underneath, looked under hood,etc. Some of these things I missed & I'm not the most mechanically inclined to begin with....ok, really at all but everything has been great so far. I knew the carfax like the back of my hand. It was really taken care of well. Everything is nice & neat electronically inside & out. It is lifted with 285/70/17's on it. Some rust on the frame, not bad. Had 70k when I bought it, has 90k now. I still look & listen everytime I drive it because I love it & am so picky about anything & everything. Hopefully I'll notice anything weird going on w/it & if I do, I'll be asking you some questions!!

[@The.Unexpected1]

Do you still have it and how is it at 90k miles.

[@jjpac2011]

my 2011 tacoma has had car seat covers from the beginning. not hiding anything. seats still look new.

[@davidt8438]

Nice jacket Rob. I have a 2020 Tacoma TRD Pro that I bought brand new with 3 miles on it. It presently has 3,321 miles on it and while I’ve put some stuff on it (rocker panel protectors, AVS window rain protectors, cargo lights, Tacoma letters in tailgate, screen protector for radio and new after market Infinity speakers) I’ve never changed the tires to bigger ones (remember 3321 miles) and I’ve never taken it off road. I try not to drive it in the rain. What I would worry about are trucks that have been through deep mud and someone installing 185/75r16 tires because those are so wide they carry a lot of weight which will wear out or even damage the suspension parts over time. Those tires are just too wide to be trying to push through heavy snow, sand or even tight turns at slow speed. It’s too much weight and width. Even with my low mileage I’ve still had three (3) oil changes at the dealer and if and when I hit 25000 to 30,000 miles I’m going to change my differential fluid and probably the antifreeze. At 55,000 - 60,000 miles I’ll be changing the transmission fluid. Then I’ll be set till somewhere around 120,000 miles. If I do decide to sell it, the buyer will get a properly maintained vehicle and I’ll walk away knowing I never chopped up any metal parts or damaged front end parts so I’ll sleep like a baby.

[@BossMan_Jerm]

You bought A TRD Pro and don’t go off road, and you’re scared to even drive in the rain…

[@davidt8438]

@@BossMan_Jerm It’s not fear that prevents me from driving it. I’m retired and don’t have to drive it so I choose not to drive in the rain. When I do drive it, it’s a rare event because I have a debilitating medical condition and I just don’t get that many days to enjoy life. My condition came on during the 6 months I was originally waiting for the truck to come in. I wish I could do what you are implying but somebody has other plans for my life I guess. Hope that clears things up BossMan

[@robz4825]

I wish I wouldve learned more about cars/trucks when I was younger. Great video, thanks

[@RobMotive]

Thanks for watching 👍

[@skipgumphrey9579]

I’d definitely disagree with the thoughts on a clean engine compartment. My Toyota truck is 20 years old and is coming up on 300,000 miles. I use it but don’t abuse it. The maintenance is kept up with and I keep it clean. You can eat off my engine. I keep it cleaned so it’s VERY easy to spot a leak, not hide one. I remember years ago buying a worn out 85 Mustang GT. It ran okay despite having over 100,000 miles and the engine compartment was a giant dirt clog. When I got it home I spent 24 hours cleaning it and once I was finished I discovered it was leaking from just about everywhere it could ! Valve covers on both sides, rear main seal, low oil sensor, and oil pan gasket were all leaking like a sieve ! Initially it was so dirty that you couldn’t see the oil leaking. Just a thought for you, thanks for your video !

[@jmwingert]

Frame rust or frame rust that's been hidden by paint. Great video

[@MrMikey1273]

Not sure I'd agree with you on why people out seat covers on. Definitely look under them to be sure. I know I put them in my truck when it was new to keep the seats nice and clean.

[@HappyHermitt]

Great point. Ive done the same.

[@chadkranats1452]

I agree 100% and great info Rob 👍

[@RobMotive]

Pretty simple things that anyone can check👍

[@Archtops]

I have a 2005 Tacoma Access Cab TRD Prerunner, V6 that I bought new. I’ve only put 20,000 miles on it and it runs like new.

[@Yowzoe]

Keep me in mind when you want to sell! I am looking hard all over the western states and B.C.for a decent lower-mileage second-gen access cab longbed. But I think it’s going be a while before I can replace my old Ranger (which will run forever, but the body now looks like sheet!).

[@Archtops]

@@Yowzoe I’ve considered selling my Tacoma. No body damage but clear coat is starting to go in a few spots. Still runs perfect. Interior perfect. A little over 20,000 miles on it still. Asking $18, 000.

[@Yowzoe]

@@Archtops It wasn’t garaged over the years? Are you in the South or Southwest? That’s too bad, a few spots means several thousands in repainting, which I would want to do. Anyway, $18000 is $3-4000 over my budget, even for an amazingly low-mileage truck. I would jump on it if those two things were different, but I’m quite sure you’ll get a buyer in today’s market, esp. from the percentage of people who aren’t picky about perfect paint. Thanks for the info.

[@dyates6380]

I bought my 2018 Tacoma Sport new with the technology package and a few extra features, and put a lift kit with Gear rims and 33' K02's on it. I take very good care of my vehicles in general, and put few miles per year on them. I'm retiring at the end of the year and although I love, LOVE this truck, I'm thinking about another SUV. I just turned over twenty six thousand miles on it, and I'd like to know what they'd give me for a trade in. However, I would probably just be waiting for a 4Runner to come in anyhow.

[@garyaanderson214]

Very good advice. My Dad was a 50 year mechanic He would agree

[@MPGunther1]

If I were interested in buying used, I'd want one of your vehicles

[@RobMotive]

Lol! Now that would be a good buy👍

[@jackneals5585]

This guy needs more subscribers!

[@timothyyocum9349]

I got lucky I bought a 2005 regular cab 6foot bed 4x4 2.7l speed manual from a used car dealership in Philadelphia site in seen I paid 14,000 including having it shipped to where I live in Las Vegas nv guy I talked to sent me pics and videos of every square inch of the truck and even of it running and driving and put in on rollers to show the 4x4 high and low worked I was surprised how much he went out of his way for some one across the us from him that was intrested in a small truck had the truck for almost a year now got it with 90,250 miles on it in just about mint condition a few dings no big deal interior in extinct conditions base model 4x4 regular cab 5 speed manual work truck basically every thing works no leaks no noises no rust has factory recall new fram done by dealership got paperwork on that over all I could not be Happier with my little truck I can do some light offroading go to my shooting area and travel with it just fine das every thing I need in a daily driver and since it's a 4cylinder and not a hybrid or a electric vehicle I can let it sit for months at a time on a trikal charger and it starts up every signal time I want to use it I'm a truck driver over the road so a small Is naturally aspirated 4x4 pickup I think was the best choice I could make for a fun reliable usable vehicle that das a little bit of everything I don't tow with it my truck dasnt even have a hitch but it a small truck I really think shouldn't be towing anything anyways I do plan on putting a hich so I have a recovery point in the back but not gana run trailer lights no need for it I got this truck because my dad still drives his 1985 Toyota pickup truck to work every day and it was the closest modern day Toyota pickup I could find to his older Toyota pickup down to the body linens are very Similar look at a 1985 next to a 2005 regular car 6foot bed 4x4 and you will realize there almost exactly the same truck just with a modern twist on the 2005 I was so happy to see the 1985 body linens were so Similar to my 2005 I really like my dads old truck and I plan on building my Tacoma in a similar way to his truck and do some trails with my dad as soon as he finishes putting his 22re back together after 1 million miles before the head started to go but he not one to let it blow up completely before fixing it the very night he noted is was going he had it pulled out off his truck and a rebuild kit ordered for it lol old mechanic never stop working on cars I guess

[@johnnyperdue363]

My seats are covered, but they are like new because i have kept them covered.

[@RobMotive]

But aren’t you really just protecting them for the next owner and not enjoying them for yourself? I’m not knocking you, just curious.

[@johnnyperdue363]

I guess you could say that, but it helped with my last trade. First year of the 3rd generation (2016) to the last year of the 3rd gen (2023). I plan on keeping it for many years. This could very well be my last new truck buy.🤷‍♂️

[@wilyceyote]

I discovered my truck was lease for three years or 36 months they turning in for a four-door then I got it in February 2020 with 29,500 I will never get rid of it and I paid under 26,500 for it

[@RobMotive]

Not bad as long as it was taken care of👍

[@wilyceyote]

@@RobMotive The guy took care of it pretty good

[@philipking8426]

I bought new 2023 and the body and bumper didnt line up from factory.

[@RobMotive]

It’s pretty common with the 3rd Gen’s.

[@andyalmeida8356]

Something I learned after the fact, and would be pretty hard to check before purchase.... is the color of the rear diff fluid. If folks have been using the Tacoma to tow their toys and trailers, its gonna get pretty dark pretty fast. At 55k miles, mine was black and opaque... just something to consider.

[@RobMotive]

Good tip👍

[@FishYourHeartOut]

Well if you can check it and have the truck back together in a timely matter, Most places give you at least like 48hrs to return or an amount of miles driven.

[@30-06]

Everything Rob said were true! Except for seat cover: I have Clazzio leather seat covers on not to hide stuff but I missed leather seats… I’d also add one more check point: if you see RM sticker on used Tacoma it was in good hands!

[@RobMotive]

Lol! Oh you know it!!! ($7 shipped in the US😁)

[@oak415]

What’s an RM sticker?

[@FishYourHeartOut]

@@oak415 I'm guessing since his channel name is RobMotive... RM sticker.. he makes his own stickers..

[@RobMotive]

You would be correct 👍

[@scotts7427]

All very good points Rob, for maybe a younger fellow or really anyone in the used market, like you said an engine that has been pressure cleaned it looks nice probably not good it’s weird but it’s probably not a good thing, you and I have probably been there in our younger days!! So yes be aware!! I remember those CV joint boots blowing out on the early S10 Chevys, basically everything half ton has those things which I think they’ve been improved, another reason I like Jeeps with a solid axle in the front👍!!

[@RobMotive]

Had that happen myself! I really wish the Tacoma didn’t have them😬

[@davidtfoster8016]

Hush Rob, my son in law is thinking about selling the '03 I gave him 3 years ago!!!😃

[@RobMotive]

Lol!! Uh oh😬

[@richardshoat8711]

Good tips Rob.

[@RobMotive]

Thanks 👍

[@brianreed2920]

Great video thanks

[@RobMotive]

Thanks for watching 👍

[@fritty9927]

Just because someone uses their Taco to off road doesn’t mean it was abused, they are made for it. A few scratches doesn’t effect the performance or reliability as a matter of fact they occasionally improve the performance.

[@RobMotive]

Depends on your definition. I like my trucks capable and pretty😁

[@fritty9927]

@@RobMotive me too

[@terrancetatum7599]

Good advice!

[@RobMotive]

Thanks 👍

[@chersolos]

Rob Motive love ur new truck. I missed a few episodes ,however do you still don't have a lift?

[@RobMotive]

Thanks. I do have a garage lift👍

[@ryannewazada2102]

Aloha and good morning Rob 🙏 🌄 ✨ ☺. Great tips to getting 👍 😀 any used Tacoma. Great video Rob 😇 📹 👍 👏 👌 🙌 😇.

[@RobMotive]

Thanks Ryannew 👍

[@speedsterspeedy2146]

Which seat covers out there for Tacoma do you recommend? For TRD pro seats

[@RobMotive]

Clazzio are the best I’ve seen.

[@mikeashely8198]

You're not supposed to wash your engine because of the electronics

[@RobMotive]

I agree👍

[@fredsausage6582]

You forgot to mention to check for holes in the floor pan on the reeeel old ones...........some fellas layer them up with under coating 🤔🤔

[@RobMotive]

Good point👍👍

[@jareddodge1985]

Well don’t look at my truck lol 1 I beat on it 2 it’s not for sale but I love my taco

[@RobMotive]

Lol😁

[@justinstephenson3794]

Had to replace both of my cv axles last January before heading up to Colorado for my wife's grandma's funeral. Luckily it was still under warranty.

[@RobMotive]

They seem to be pretty weak😬

[@justinstephenson3794]

@@RobMotive the front cv axles were the original from factory. They were changed out about 95000 miles.

[@drock430]

Any time the weiner dog has Tacoma advice I listen

[@RobMotive]

That is always advisable 👍

[@williamkoran6111]

Hay Rob hows it going? I had my 2016 for three years now and no problems with it .It was four years old when I bought it The truck was a lease and in very nice shape .I did alot of mods on it and made it my dream truck. YOUR Videos are great .I enjoy them .Have you ever though about a wrap on your tail gate? Theres some cool ones out there.I did a wrap on my toco and it looks great.

[@RobMotive]

Howdy William. Never thought about a wrap…🤔

[@abelyerikaguerra1540]

I have a question I have also a 2016 tacoma SR5 bought about 6 months ago with 74000 miles , the A/C wasn't working properly, but the dealer fixed it as of now it has 78000 have you had any issues with yours??? Reason is people say and videos that 2016 have issues more than other years????when I bought it as per consumer reports the 2019 had more issues????thx..

[@jaygonzalez9280]

Why does Chevrolet think it’s a good idea to pay for ads for their full-sized trucks in a Vlog for used Tacomas?

[@RobMotive]

Got you talking about them!!!

[@jaygonzalez9280]

@@RobMotive perhaps but I only think about Toyotas, 😝. Thanks RobMotive, I appreciate your insight and advice particularly Toyotas.

[@RobMotive]

Lol! I know what you mean! Thanks for watching 👍👍

[@calebwayne5154]

It’s a truck man. It’s going to get used and a little abused if it hauls anything at all.

[@57mckee]

My Toyota Tacoma was totalled in an accident and i am looking for another Toyota Tacoma. Any suggestions?

[@RobMotive]

Depends on your needs. My favorite so far is the 2023 TRD off-road 👍.

[@57mckee]

Sorry I wish I could offered a new one but I can't right now. Anymore suggestions?

[@goodrabbi7176]

I just totaled mine on May 7! I am 7 hours away from home in Ohio at this moment, waiting for the dealership to open so I take a look at a 2011 standard trans V6 Ex cab.

[@jeffreycuellar241]

I know I’m late, i haven’t been on you tube for a while, you traded your tundra in for a Ram?? If so, y is that? I’ve heard that Rams are not good for longevity 😆 sorry, I know this has nothing to do with this video lol

[@RobMotive]

Lol! Have a look at my other channel: RobmotiveFST👍

[@expendable6595]

If a Tacoma is not original. Don't buy it.

[@Kevin-xi6ts]

Only buy blue trucks

[@frankjaeger3799]

Why's that?

[@Kevin-xi6ts]

It should be pretty obvious.

[@edwinvega6128]

So,are you going to start a Nissan 4x4 channel lol 😆 or fake Tacoma clones ?

[@RobMotive]

Lol! Nope😬

[@21Million]

My Advice: Connect your phone to the Bluetooth on the truck and you can see the service records on the truck computer !!!!!

[@robertwinther5423]

I haven’t bought a used truck in over 30 years why buy someone else’s headache

[@RobMotive]

That can definitely be true😬

[@fritty9927]

Because not everyone can afford a new one is the simple answer.

[@server994]

Mahalo

[@Mr.SeymourButts]

Looks like you got too much money. Would you want a sugar baby?

[@RobMotive]

Nope…but I’ll share the debt with you👍

[@Mr.SeymourButts]

@@RobMotive hahaha! Just bought my 21' trd off road and have been watching your videos. Good info, thank you. Definitely earned a subscriber since you know how to take a joke. Thank you!

[@RobMotive]

Lol! Thanks for the sub😁