A running History of my Toyota Tacoma
This lens is dedicated to Toyota Tacomas in General and mine in specific. Here I will share the ownership history of my Tacoma, as well as how it performs for me day to day.
My Stats
The low down on specs on my Tacoma
- 2005 Double Cab Long Bed
- 4 wheel Drive
- Black Exterior
- Leather Seats
- Towing Package
- 6-Disc CD Changer
- Running Boards
- V6 engine
My Personal Tacoma Photos and Stories from the Road
Here's some Images from my Personal Collection
Luckily I was there with my trusty Black one!
A tow rope and 4-wheel low and we were able to pull him out.
This is one of the major factors that led me to upgrade my tires (that and the warranty :) ) as I had plenty of power to pull him out but was a little light on the traction. All fixed now!
Maintenance Record
A list of Repairs and Maintenance I've had done
- 5,000 miles - Check engine light was on. Bad alarm wiring harness. Dealer replaced under warranty.
- 15,000 miles - rear tail light burned out. replaced at oil change - under $10
- 20,000 miles - retread came off of a semi truck and hit my grill, cracking the plastic and knocking off my chrome emblem - local mechanic epoxied the crack and installed new emblem - $100
- 30,000 miles - The last of my mudflaps was torn off while off-roading. Toyota does not offer a heavier duty mud flap I am aware of. No plans to replace.
- 45,000 miles - Rear tail light went out. Replaced at regular maintenance - under $10
- 57,000 miles - Front right Fog lamp and Headlight went out at the same time. No wiring issues were found by myself or the mechanic. Replaced bulbs myself - $30
Toyota Tacoma Reviews
Reviews from the best in the Biz
- 2005 Toyota Tacoma Review from Toyota Off Road
- 2005 Toyota Tacoma Review. This is a Fantastic Site all about Off-Roading With Toyotas!
- PickupTruck.Com - First Drive: 2005 Toyota Tacoma
- A very positive design oriented review from pickuptruck.com
- How Stuff Works Review
- How Stuff Works Rated the 2005 Tacoma as the Best Compact Truck Available. A good breakdown of different driving aspects and functionality
My 4X4 Toyota Tacoma 60,000 Mile Review -12/1/08
A report on the first 60,000 miles in my 2005 Toyota Tacoma
Besides costing $585 (Ouch!) , everything is running great. The truck is still getting 16-19 MPG and runs as well as the day I drove it off the lot.
I replaced the rear tail light from my little fender bender. I haven't had the scratches buffed out yet because..well.. it's a work truck.
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Toyota Tacoma Mileage Update 10/14/2007
57k and Still going strong
Story:
As I was sitting at a traffic light a few months ago a Ford Expedition decided to try and squeeze by my left side. He scraped the corner of my Tacoma with the side of his car. Damage: I have some light scuffing around my tail light and I had to replace the tail light. The whole side of his Expedition was torn up, with both fender flares being torn off, a large scrape down the side, and a loose bumper.
Toyota Tacoma Wins!
Toyota Tacoma Mileage Update 50k 7/19/07
50,000 miles in 16 months in my 4X4 Tacoma
The Tacoma hit 50,000 miles this week. I'm taking it on a Road Trip to Lafayette, La. this weekend. After the trip, I'll get the standard 50k maintenance done. She's still running exactly the same as when I bought her 16 months ago. The BFG Tires are fantastic. This truck was built to drive with the wider 265 tires. It sticks to the road way better. I was in about 6 inches of mud yesterday and having zero problems going where I wanted as fast as I wanted to. Go Taco Go!
Curt Class 3 Front 2" Receiver Hitch Toyota Tacoma 2005 to 2008
I haven't seen one of these installed yet. I might get one to mount a winch on...
New Tires! How I got them with the Extra Mile Warranty
This is the best deal I've ever heard of for tires!
On Friday, I went to the Toyota Dealership in order to get my 45,000 mile service. (45k in 17 months...wowza) While there, I asked them about my Tire Warranty. When I purchased my truck new, part of the extras and goodies I received was their "Extended Life" Tire Warranty. This means that they will warranty the tires on my Tacoma for 100,000 miles.Here's the caveat:
- You have to have the tires rotated every 5,000 miles. I have done this at the dealership along with all of my other maintenance, mainly to insure that my powertrain and bumper to bumper warranties stay valid.
- You have to have the little card they gave you when you bought the car. Apparently you can get another, but I think that having it eased a lot of troubles.
- Have receipts for all of your tire rotations.
- Wear has to be even and under 3/32" of tread must remain.
- When your tires wear out (because let's face it, it's a rare tire that lasts 100k) the dealer gives you credit towards new tires equal to the worn out tires. For me this was $107 per tire.
- Balancing and mounting of the new tires are free.
- If you want to upgrade tires you pay the price difference.
- If your New tires wear out before you hit 100k, you can get another set following these same requirements.
Net Result:
I'm going to get a full set of brand new BF Goodridge All Terrain Off Road Tires for about $300. To buy them from a tire store would cost me about $1200 bucks. When I wear those out, which I inevitably will, I'll get another set of BFGs for Free.
I realize they probably make some of it back in rotations etc. but it is still a great deal in my opinion. I would have gotten the rotations done regardless.
Does anyone else know of any similar deals when buying a new car? I haven't heard of any others...
Toyota Tacoma Pictures
Storage Unit
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215/365: Clean Truck
Down the Side
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Goodbye, Tacoma
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Almost Time for New Tires!
Toyota Warranties my tires.... wow
When I bought my truck, the Toyota Dealership Warrantied my TIRES for 100K MILES ! There were only two catches:The tires had to wear evenly, which for me meant rotating them at the dealership every 5k miles.
There has to be less than 3/32" of tread left.
Once those two conditions are met, Toyota will give me a $200 credit PER TIRE to get any Tire I want.
BFG A/T s Here I come! Bumpin up against 45k miles and they are almost worn out!
Mileage Update 5/31/07
45 k and still kicking
Onward!....
Toyota Tacoma Commercials of Awesomeness
My favorite Tacoma Videos
Mileage Update -5/17/2007
44k in 16 months!
My Tacoma Rolled over to 44,000 miles on the 17th of May. I have owned it since January 7th, 2006 for a grand total of 16 months and 10 days. Woah, almost 3,000 miles a month. Hopefully that Toyota reputation will hold up. It is still running likethe day I bought it and besides minor cosmetic wear (baby scratches and a grill cover crack from an errant tire) It looks fantastic (when I have time to get the mud washed off :) ).
Here's to the next 44k!!
More Tacoma Goodies
Toyota Tacoma Accessories
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Toyota Tacoma: The Best Truck Ever
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Toyota Tacoma Tires
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Toyota Tacoma Accessories - Pimp your Tacoma
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Some Light Reading
Read up on your Favorite Truck
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Toyota Tacomas in the News
A short list of Tacoma News Articles
- Plattsmouth Man Faces Drunken Driving Charge After Hitting Mailboxes
- Cass County Sheriff William Brueggemann said his office got a call at about 8:30 pm Monday after the witness reported watching a Toyota Tacoma veer off the ...
- 2009 Toyota Tacoma Update Details Emerge
- The Toyota Tacoma has played second fiddle to darn near everybody for its entire life. Early on it was the domestics, now its the full size Toyota Tundra. ...
- 2008 Riverbend Win a Toyota Tacoma Contest
- Entry forms will also be available during Riverbend Festival hours, Friday, June 6, 2008 through Saturday, June 14, 2008 at the Toyota tent at Riverbend. ...
- Identity released in rollover fatality
- Troopers said Swyer was driving a 1997 Toyota Tacoma west on County Road 464 in the outside lane when he swerved into the inside lane, lost control and ...
Toyota Tacoma's Caught on Film
They're Elusive but when you catch em on film.....
Nissan Frontier vs. Toyota Tacoma by Edmunds' Inside Line
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/Drives/Comparos/articleId=107904 In this Midsize Truck Comparison Test, Inside Line puts the Nissan Frontier up against the Toyota Tacoma to see who reigns supreme in the segment.
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Do you Like Tacoma's for Off-Roading?
Are they too small for you? You love them? Let me know!
Where have you gone and what have you done in your Tacoma? I want to know!
The only problem that I have with my taco whose name is Silver, is the check engine light came on a year after I put Flow Masters on her. The Flow Masters don't work to well with the o2 sensors.
Posted January 26, 2008
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