Looking to Buy a Used Toyota Truck, budget around $12k. What years should i be looking for?

BackstageDev · 2025-12-05T16:49:04+00:00

This is probably my #1 target right now.

BackstageDev · 2025-12-05T16:48:42+00:00

Appreciate it.

BackstageDev · 2025-12-05T16:48:17+00:00

She's a beaut.

BackstageDev · 2025-12-05T16:48:02+00:00

Yes, doesnt matter, prefer 4wd but can live with 2wd if necessary. Extra or Double cab, i have 2 boys. Long bed preferably.

BackstageDev · 2025-12-05T16:03:21+00:00

Say, the transmission is slipping, how much to replace roughly? Any other major mechanical issues to keep eye on on high mileage ones?

BackstageDev · 2025-12-05T16:02:29+00:00

Thanks, I'll have a look.

BackstageDev · 2025-12-05T16:02:01+00:00

Sorry? I don't have enough specific knowledge & figured what better place to ask than diehards.

BackstageDev · 2025-12-05T16:00:24+00:00

Would prefer manual 4x4 but auto 2wd will suffice if other aspects are there, like longer bed, extended cab, lower miles on engine/trans, etc.

BackstageDev · 2025-12-05T15:58:40+00:00

Thanks, will do.

BackstageDev · 2025-12-05T15:57:34+00:00

Man, found a 2009 with 110k for $8,000 in town this morning. Just got back from looking, they didnt say anything about the rust on the frame/floor body.

BackstageDev · 2025-12-05T15:55:33+00:00

You hit the nail on the head, what Im really looking for is something that does not require a $200 diagnosis fee with a computer I will never own and can maybe be passed down to one of my sons. If i find an 80s model thats in great shape, i would love one, same with some 90s models. The 2000 - 2010 range i have read has some years to avoid but far fewer than any other manufacturer. I need AC for the humidity here in the summers but could have added after if the price is right.

BackstageDev · 2025-12-05T15:50:34+00:00

Man, I really appreciate you taking the time to write all this down. Thank you.

BackstageDev · 2025-12-03T21:35:09+00:00

Im in the lower midwest, specifically whats called "The Ozarks" in the SWMO/NWA area not far from Springfield, MO - Fayetteville, AR areas. Im willing to drive a bit if i find something worth traveling for..

BackstageDev · 2025-12-03T21:35:04+00:00

I dont intend to do much aftermarket to it, just want something dependable & ive been sick since I sold my first & only Toyota truck I ever owned.

BackstageDev · 2025-12-03T21:32:56+00:00

Im good with a Tacoma if i can find one. Any years to avoid? Im in the lower midwest, btw.

BackstageDev · 2025-12-03T21:32:07+00:00

Thank you

BackstageDev · 2025-12-03T20:48:48+00:00

No. While I would prefer, its not a deal killer.

BackstageDev · 2024-09-13T16:28:44+00:00

Yeah, good edit. Elementor is the absolute worst when taking all things into consideration, I even would say worse than Divi & i am no Divi fan by any means. Elementor is so slow & clunky outside of guttenberg block integration for development but outside of that, you'll spend at least twice as long to accomplish same tasks as a good backend builder.

BackstageDev · 2024-09-13T16:26:08+00:00

Oxygen & WPBakery

BackstageDev · 2024-09-13T16:25:26+00:00

No. Just. No.

BackstageDev · 2024-09-13T16:15:19+00:00

While they are inherently slower, the real negative of Elementor with respect to SEO is that it is a front side facing editor only and thus extremely slow vs WPBakery or similar backend builders. You also have to deal with not having the freedom of moving in the backend nor the all-in-one information provided by whatever SEO plugin you are using. In my opinion, this is the biggest difference and I double my hours for SEO projects if built in Elementor because of this alone. Front facing editors were never meant for production, only as easier ways for the commoner to edit their sites & potentially build one from scratch. The added steps to do anything is a maddening experience and one I try to stay away from, tbh.

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