2001 Tacoma, The time is coming

[oliverlove]

Hi guys, this is first and foremost a listing to find out what my truck is worth. I have had her for the last 3 years and she has served me well. The wife is cramped with the dog and cooler in the cab so its time to get something a little bigger. What do you guys think I could get for my truck?

Basic Info -

2001 ExtraCab Tacoma SR5
2.7L motor, Auto transmission
Stock gearing
Stock Wheels
265/75/R16 Hancook ATM Tires - 85-95% left
mileage - 122k

Work that had been done since I have owned it.

New frame through Toyota Recall - 2010
New Muffler
New O2 sensors
Mobil One oil, changed every 5K

Upgrades -
New OME suspension - Winter 2011/2012
ARB bumper w/smittybuilt 8k winch - Winter 2011/2012
New Rear stock bumper - 2010
Snorkel - Fall 2011
Interior Winch panel added - Spring 2012
Wiring Run for dual batteries - spring 2012
Vision X Rock lights(white) - spring 2012
Jenko Laptop mount - spring 2012
Power Inverter hardwired in under passenger seat - spring 2012
Stock Head unit, all new Infinity speakers
Hood Blackout(Vinyl)
Street Legal Tint on the front windows - Lifetime warranty 3m


Modifications -
Door chime removed
Platform built for the Dog and fridge(rear "seats" removed)
Stock bedliner removed, Duplicolor Kevlar liner rolled in
Bed Removed, rust addressed and underside painted winter 2011
Bed rack built for RTT
Can holders built in for scepter cans


Pictures

So, I know that KBB claims my truck is only worth $6,000, but I know what I paid for it a little over 2 years ago, and it was twice that. What do you guys think I could sell this truck for?

 

[zolo]

This is a nice set up for sure. I don't know what the 2.7 auto brings from those years. Its a rare bird. Not many that I have seen anyhow.
But the V6 DBCs seem to bring a premium for sure.

What is going with the truck in the sale? rack? tent? fridge?

 

[oliverlove]

The rack and tent will sell with the truck as the rack was built custom for it. Fridge is going to stay with me for the new vehicle.

 

[TangoBlue]

Based on my experience with that vehicle I wouldn't ask anything less than $30,000. But perhaps emotion is influencing my price structure.

Alternatively, since the wife appears to be the one complaining, I think the solution is obvious...

Good luck with your sale - I think it's a great platform and it has, and continues to, serve me well. Whoever decides to jump on this will be extremely pleased with your well-prepared truck.

 

[oliverlove]

Tango, thanks for the kind words. I love your truck. I had every intention of following in your footsteps over the next few years. It sucks... The wife isn't fat either, she is tall enough that she cant stretch her legs out... Weight? I would tell her to loose it, height wise we are stuck...

I forgot the truck also has 35% tint? It is as dark as is street legal on the front windows. That was new about a month ago.

Some pics of the Vision X lights. They are cheesy to most, but so useful in the campsite at night. My wife loved the wireless remote when she had to get up to go to the bathroom. They make for perfect 'mood' lighting after dark.

Guys, still don't know when it is going to be up for sale. I really am looking for an experienced few guys to chime in and give me a rough idea what I should be asking.

 

[oliverlove]

I can't believe I forgot! The most labor intensive project yet! I was tired of the truck being quite so loud on the road (ok, the wife was complaining) so I purchased supplies from sound deadener showroom and went to work. I 'treated' the doors, and the rear wall of the truck.

Some pictures of the bed removal for rust treatment/prevention.

 

[nemike81]

I've got a built 05 4runner I am looking to sell if you interested in a trade?

 

[trump]

I was in a similar situation and took a different path... Just something to think about.

 

[oliverlove]

Mark, what route did you take? Is that the Xterra?

 

[trump]

Mark, what route did you take? Is that the Xterra?

Got rid of the RTT/rack and switched to the Flip-Pac. Put the dogs and fridge in the back and enjoyed the new found space in my cab. You could also put your RTT on a shell and get the same relative result.

 

[RIDEALL]

I was in a similar situation and took a different path... Just something to think about.

Ditch the Wife??
.......bad joke:-(
Miss my Tacoma, but love our 4Runner!!

 

[oliverlove]

I could ditch the wife... I have a beautiful blonde on standby... I'm sure she would love the extra space!

Trump - its funny that a flippac was your next step as I built my rack to match yours! I do love the idea of a flippac...Unless I replace the 60/40 bench seat the wife isn't going to be to happy. She loves packing herself into the cab with stuff and sits there surrounded. I was thinking of putting in some aftermarket seats and a normal center console, but that might be throwing good money after bad.

Nemike81 - You got my blood pumping, what are you offering? Info would be great. oliver.love4@gmail.com if you wouldn't mind sending me some pictures. Or feel free to give me a call. 802-345-four9two7

 

[trump]

Trump - its funny that a flippac was your next step as I built my rack to match yours! I do love the idea of a flippac...Unless I replace the 60/40 bench seat the wife isn't going to be to happy. She loves packing herself into the cab with stuff and sits there surrounded. I was thinking of putting in some aftermarket seats and a normal center console, but that might be throwing good money after bad.

Sorry... took me awhile to get back to you here. FWIW I'm planning on replacing the seats in mine with buckets. Not really because I'm unhappy with the 60/40 design rather than the support and comfort. 2-3 hrs of driving in these does a number on my lower back. I had dreamed of Mastercraft Baja RS seats, but will probably retrofit a couple buckets from another more supportive Toyota product to save money. Remember the mileage that many have racked up on these trucks. I think if buckets will solve your problem, go for it.

 

[austintaco]

Whatever you do, stay away from later year 1st gen buckets. They are horrible. Toyota bucket seats hit the apex of comfort between 84-91?, then they started to take a dive.

You might try and find a set from an early 2nd gen 4runner and have them recovered or buy some utility style seat covers with lots of pockets on the back.

I wanted to stay true to Toyota when I did my seat swap, but I found a good deal on the G6 seats, and they had great reviews on Pontiac forums ( I know, Pontiac?). However, heated, leather, power and adjustable...I am not complaining anymore.

 

[trump]

Whatever you do, stay away from later year 1st gen buckets. They are horrible.

Yep, not looking at Tacoma seats... Thanks for checking though. I was reading good things about Celica and Scion Xb buckets. However, Mastercraft is a short drive from my place. Might end up being a hard choice.