2017 TACOMA $$$$$$$

[lqdchkn]

You can get a 4dr 4wd Z71 diesel canyon for 37k. As tempting as it is with the great fuel mileage and all, its still not the same as a Toyota.

I totally agree no where near apple to apples but what Im alluding to is that IMO I envision Toyota management (because they are ignorant of the fact that the American market wants a diesel) saying "If Chevy can get $40k for their truck why aren't we getting $40k for our truck" and the sales/marketing guys coming out with this as a "solution" to try to appease them.

 

[onemanarmy]

This 40-50k trend will reverse VERY quickly the moment when gas prices start to climb, which they will.

 

[Clutch]

hahaha always encouraging people to get bikes.

Loving my DRZ. Cant believe I went so long without a bike.

You know it!

Wait...wait...think I was wrong in saying to buy the base model SR.....buy an old clapped out Lumina.

This guy is my hero.

 

[SWITAWI]

I firmly believe the 2017 Tacoma TRD Pro will be a great buy in 2020.

 

[2025 deleted member]

nah nah...yous gots it all wrong....buy a SR for $25K...leave it stock....with the money saved....that buys you a brand new Husqvarna TE300 dirt bike with all the fixens...with plenty of cash left over for gas, beer, and tacos...

That Husky will take you places that the TRD Pro can only have wet dreams about....

:ylsmoke:

That Husky is ************, buut I'd kill myself, better stick to 4 wheels.

 

[Clutch]

That Husky is ************, buut I'd kill myself, better stick to 4 wheels.

What is really taking over the offroad world is those SideXSides....while not exactly cheap...still better offroad than a TRD.

I don't see much point in factory offroad package, as you really don't get much for your money, when it comes down to it. I tend to look at it as, how much offroad prowl-ness can you get for the money?

A Tacoma SR and a SXS...still be about the same as a Pro.

https://www.yamahamotorsports.com/pure-sport-side-by-side/models/yxz1000r-ss

 

[Igorskiy86]

Factory built off road packages are great for some people and pointless for others. I think it will be a great truck for someone who wants the most capable new truck from showroom floor where everything is covered under warranty and can be rolled in to a one monthly payment. For me, I would get TRD offroad, and spend the money on tires, wheels, icon suspension and steel protection parts.

 

[haven]

Here's an article that takes a base Tacoma 4x4 and builds it up to the Pro or maybe Off-Road trim package. I believe Matt Scott, an old friend of ExPo, had a hand in planning this vehicle.
http://www.outsideonline.com/209408...ve-desert-most-capable-2016-toyota-tacoma-yet
The information about the truck is at the end of the article.

2016 Tacoma 4x4 $31,740
OME BP-51 suspension w/ 2.5 inch lift, premium shocks $3,340
ARB air lockers front and rear $1,400
ARB Summit bumper $1,600
Warn Zeon winch $980

The author chose ARB products because some Toyota dealers will install and bundle the price into the original financing for the vehicle. Warranty for the truck is retained.

 

[bijanjames]

The only major problem for me going with a factory suspension upgrade is the fact that springs and shocks are designed for the weight of the truck as is...You screw up all the work the engineers did by slapping on a bumper and winch. The springs and shocks are not designed for the extra weight on the front of the truck, like a OME HD setup would be for example. Even the rear of the truck isn't setup properly for added weight, like bumper, tire carrier, RTT, etc...If you're keeping the truck stock, it's an awesome setup, over priced, but very nice.

 

[EMrider]

Here's an article that takes a base Tacoma 4x4 and builds it up to the Pro or maybe Off-Road trim package. I believe Matt Scott, an old friend of ExPo, had a hand in planning this vehicle.
http://www.outsideonline.com/209408...ve-desert-most-capable-2016-toyota-tacoma-yet
The information about the truck is at the end of the article.

2016 Tacoma 4x4 $31,740
OME BP-51 suspension w/ 2.5 inch lift, premium shocks $3,340
ARB air lockers front and rear $1,400
ARB Summit bumper $1,600
Warn Zeon winch $980

The author chose ARB products because some Toyota dealers will install and bundle the price into the original financing for the vehicle. Warranty for the truck is retained.

This article forgets to include installation costs, which would be substantial for all of that equipment. Most buyers don't have the capacity for a DIY install of this scale.

When you include product costs, installation and the value of time, factory options like this are quite appealing to many.

R

 

[Clutch]

This article forgets to include installation costs, which would be substantial for all of that equipment. Most buyers don't have the capacity for a DIY install of this scale.

When you include product costs, installation and the value of time, factory options like this are quite appealing to many.

R

Think the only thing that might be a little troublesome for most would be the lockers. Install usually runs $400-500 for front and rear.

Suspension, bumpers and winch install are fairly easy. Then you can pick and choose exactly what you want, for much cheaper.

I would do a CBI bumper over an ARB for one thing, saved $450 right there. http://www.cbioffroadfab.com/products/3rd-gen-toyota-tacoma/t3-front-bumper-with-center-grill-guard/

Saved another $900 by piecing suspension together. Fox coil w/reservoir up front (factory UCA's), Dakar leaf pack out back with Fox Emulsion/Reservoirs. You can price all that out on Wheelers Offroad if you choose.

Bumper alone paid for the locker install...savings on the suspension paid for the winch more or less.


That and the choice of model...me I would go with the the ACLB SR 4 banger...as I really don't need 4 doors or the power of the V6, thought I would gear down a little to make up for the slightly oversize tires that are mounted on the stock steel wheels. That saves another $6,740 right off the bat. More than enough to pay for gearing.

IMO, TRD Pro is more about image than function.

How I would configure it...is right around the cost of a V6 DCSB alone.

 

[mires]

I agree that the price of this truck is nuts, HOWEVER what we aren't taking into account is the craziness of the Tacoma's resale value. Yes, you will pay a lot for it up front, but you will likely end up spending less money in the long run for it than many other vehicles.

 

[Clutch]

I agree that the price of this truck is nuts, HOWEVER what we aren't taking into account is the craziness of the Tacoma's resale value. Yes, you will pay a lot for it up front, but you will likely end up spending less money in the long run for it than many other vehicles.

Yeah no kidding....dealer had a used SR. that was couple years old...priced at $3500 more than a brand new one!

 

[matmattmatthew]

My problem is that in the engine/cab/bed configuration I want, the difference between the SR5 and TRD offroad is only 2500. At that point I don't know if it makes any sense to get the SR5 and go aftermarket to make it equivalent to the TRD offroad.

 

[EMrider]

nah nah...yous gots it all wrong....buy a SR for $25K...leave it stock....with the money saved....that buys you a brand new Husqvarna TE300 dirt bike with all the fixens...with plenty of cash left over for gas, beer, and tacos...

That Husky will take you places that the TRD Pro can only have wet dreams about....

:ylsmoke:

I hope that Husky is still doing well in the US. I owned an 06 TE450 and it was an incredible bike. The short stroke motor and wide ratio tranny was a hoot. The XR suits my current needs best, but I suspect I'll own another Husky someday.

R