Top 5 Awesome Reliable Trucks Under $5000 - Some Hidden Gems Included

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In this video I am going to give you my top 5 picks for a reliable truck under $5000. We are not going to be concerned with looks, 0-60 times, or even MPG this video is about RELIABILITY only. So basically I am going to cover Trucks that are cheap yet have no major or commonly know engine or transmission issues.
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@the21program10 6 лет назад

I like this cat. He seems legit. I’m always driving used beaters so I appreciate all the info bro. Good job .

@robertfuller5619 4 года назад

Look at his top 5 under 2000 or something like that, then re evaluate you're statement

@spicychinchin6597 4 года назад

@@robertfuller5619 what do you mean? It was a solid list

@kw6713a 4 года назад

Unlike certain mechanics making videos on YT he doesn't just pick a certain brand no matter what and rail on all the others.

@ThatBoyMossed 3 года назад

Me too

@gavinweiler3831 3 года назад

Lol he said Cummins what a v8

@samsquantch14 6 лет назад

every older 4x4 Tacoma Iv seen has 300k miles and they still want $10k for it....if you can find one

@mojavedesert2610 6 лет назад

samsquantch14 🚬👊

@TallStarlite 6 лет назад

Still well worth it

@BernardBethea6339 6 лет назад

Aint no truck with 300k on them worth 10 grand they will own it for life if they think a fool will pay that

@nameless5r 6 лет назад

john jones the problem is that there are fools paying that.

@BernardBethea6339 6 лет назад

nameless5r ignorant fools my brother

@fortis619 6 лет назад

Toyota for the win but good luck finding one with less than 200k miles for under 5kdollars

@hooptydx 6 лет назад

fortis619 basically impossible just look on eBay they are closer to 8-12k for anything not destroyed

@Immortalkalashnikov 6 лет назад

Got my 03 Tundra for 3600 with 190K on it. Smoking deal. Currently has 235K on it and still going strong.

@macariusfreestyle8521 5 лет назад

I got my solid 96 4x4 Tacoma for exactly 5k 186k miles. 😊

@macariusfreestyle8521 5 лет назад

@@maybachtruck6008 how much did you buy it for though? Had to be more than 5k I'm sure.

@soundoverdose3134 5 лет назад

I got my 2001 Tacoma Prerunner 2.7L I4 with 186000 miles for 5k. And for a 17 year old truck the paint and frame are in very decent shape. Albeit I did have to replace the catalytic converter and do some restoration work cause it belonged to a smoker, but she's looking sharp in forest green! Best $5k I've ever spent

@Spectt84 6 лет назад

My uncle is a delivery driver. He drives a Toyota Tacoma, he has over 750k on his. I would never believe it if I didn't see it. So I have to agree with your number 1 pick...

@Roughdraft214 6 лет назад

That's freakin' awesome!

@burningknuckle26 5 лет назад

god damn. he must love that tacoma to death.

@mehrdadalavi7308 2 года назад

wow

@EnCrypticon23x 6 лет назад

My Dad had a Tacoma for what felt like forever, but he got a very reliable 400k miles out of it. He hated it for the last year that he had it, but he definitely got him moneys worth out of that truck.

@ivanov568 4 года назад

Has anyone noticed that he's actually a good speaker? It's like he does his videos in 1 take (unlike most other youtubers).

@Friendsshare 3 года назад

Yea no jump cuts or crazy edits. Very professional.

@jcho6927 5 лет назад

I just sold my 95 Tacoma for 3,000 it has over 480,000 miles it was a great truck!! I just bought a new Tundra and 4runner. Love the Toyota vehicles I had

@lout3921 6 лет назад

Thanks for continuing making these types of videos. They are extremely helpful for people on a budget.

@RidersInBlack 3 года назад

Great informative review. However, you are missing the Ford Ranger and Mazda B series pickups from 1998+. They are bullet proof and have a loyal fan base. These trucks come in at the $5000 mark for a good condition model.

@makojuicedaniel9307 Год назад

Agreed

@andrewrussell360 Год назад

Also the ridgeline

@lanemerrill Год назад

I got a 92 b2200 made in Hiroshima Japan by mazda. i love that little thing it ain't real fast but man is it a cool little truck

@steedu46gt 6 лет назад

You can't buy a 99-04 Tacoma for 5k or less even if it has 400k miles

@iPervy 6 лет назад

I just bought a 98 Tacoma for 4900 (dealer) just a month ago with only 130k miles. Theres plenty around if your patient and willing to travel to your states big cities. Also bought a previous 98 Tacoma a year earlier with 140k miles for 4600 via craigslist.

@TheYuenHop 6 лет назад

But we're they 4x4

@iPervy 6 лет назад

The one last year was a 98 Tacoma 3.4 v6 TRD 4x4 Xtracab 140k miles. Its in good condition outside of a small dent near the rear of the truck. Was a great deal via craiglist. The one I just got a month ago was a 98 Tacoma 2.4 liter SR5 xtracab with 130k miles. Honestly payed more then I wanted on it because it was from a dealer, but its condition is impeccable having only one owner that kept it in a garage and wasn't used for heavy work. Both trucks no rust issues being from Texas/Florida. Both run awesome incredibly reliable. Haha actually drove the 2.4 liter Tacoma 1000 miles from Orlando Florida to Texas the moment I bought it after vacationing at Disney World without a issue. Always wanted a 3.4 for off roading and heavy towing (instead of using my 4runners), and a 2.4 liter for just driving the day2day with its better mpg.

@TheYuenHop 6 лет назад

Nice...I actually prefer the 2.7 for my daily

@stressedout4979 6 лет назад

Nicholas S After you change the chassis because the chassis on a Toyota were junk That's why there was a Recall

@ZVONIMIR172 6 лет назад

the cummins is not a v8, its a straight six

@D4x4Bronc 6 лет назад

Zvonimir Zgonc his truck buying guides kinda suck

@sunsetoriginals7320 6 лет назад

Cummins doesn't only make an inline 6 so you're wrong there

@streetfighterguy1909 6 лет назад

But it only put inline 6 diesels in dodge trucks in that time period

@85funnyguy 6 лет назад

Sunset Originals yes they do. The current dodge Cummins is an I6.

@sunsetoriginals7320 6 лет назад

Ryan Maiese yes the Cummins in the dodge is an inline 6 but Cummins makes other variations of engines.

@andresgarcia3516 5 лет назад

95 nissan frontier with 410,000 and still running strong.

@ericbennett8393 6 лет назад

I watch your videos like there's no tomorrow... Thanks primo Puros trancazos.

@danhealy7341 6 лет назад

Thanks for another informative video. I own a 2003 Tacoma with the 2.4, 4 cyl. engine. It has 205,000 miles on it and shows no signs of wearing out. Still runs great with just regular maintenance (brakes, shocks, oil, filters, and wax of course).

@moonlighter6 6 лет назад

EXTREMELY honest review, the Toyota 3.4 liter V6 is rock solid if reasonably maintained. Re-sale value means everything. Price values, check what commonly is presented at auctions, if it is commonly cheap it is probably crap. I subscribed because you don't lie!

@phillysphinest3946 4 года назад

You have the most underrated , unique, and honest channels on RU-vid as far as I'm concerned . Thank you for your informative uploads and honest reviews. I can't think of one video where you just echo the same ( often useless) info as ever other channel .

@wyattoneable 6 лет назад

Okay, I'm back. Love the series man. I'll go to the poll now and congrats on almost 300,000 subs!

@josephshepherd1125 6 лет назад

wyattoneable 😕😫

@uAKING2006 6 лет назад

@NeonBeeCat 5 лет назад

Nice pfp

@garaypower2852 4 года назад

Almost a million now

@urmomsahoe1 6 лет назад

I can say the toyota tacoma's are tough. I have a friend that dogs the crap out of one. Takes it trail riding (sometimes trail jumping) and it runs just fine. Its crazy what you can put those things through.

@mrmajestic8643 6 лет назад

I really like this series of videos, especially with the honest pros and cons coming from a real live auto mechanic.

@25-8 6 лет назад

Thanks so much bro, you have no idea how much help your videos are. I have a 2005 GMC Sierra and it's been reliable ever since I gotten it, other than the water pump going bad from owning it in 7 years, that's been the only major repair that it's needed aside from regular maintenance.

@25-8 6 лет назад

Can you do one of trucks under $10k now? I'm looking to purchase another.

@Nickrioblanco1 6 лет назад

I would like to see videos for top vehicles under $10,000 because $5,000 doesn't get you very far nowadays.

@RossLemon 6 лет назад

Nicholas Ayala lol.

@iamelvisman68 6 лет назад

Yeah that toyata is a 7 - 10k truck here in the Carolinas ALL DAYY

@hanskinslo326 5 лет назад

Same most anywhere in the US!!!

@metalmindedmaniac2587 2 года назад

Same here in 🇨🇱

@ProDaStig 6 лет назад

You have become one of my fev person on RU-vid. Keep posting awesome videos. BTW, great sense of humor.

@izziereal2010 5 лет назад

I found for my mother a '99 Toyota Tacoma with a 3.4 V6 automatic with 150,000 for $4,300 ten days ago. That truck runs and drives great. Transmission shifts smoothly. I am impressed for the age of the truck. As others have mentioned, they are not easy to find for under $5,000 with miles less than 200,000. We were fortunate to find the one my mother owns now. Great videos.

@Metalodeath 6 лет назад

I knew the Tacoma was gonna be first and it's amazing how much they go for even with 200k miles on them

@MrMiguelgarciamago 5 лет назад

Thanks Scotty!!!

@arthurkretchmer1139 6 лет назад

Terrific insights & a valuable manner for looking at the most useful indicators of reliability. A great series.

@mishapravdov1732 6 лет назад

Thank you, I was waiting for this video.

@vinnyjay89 6 лет назад

Thank you so much, with tax return around the corner im going to look for a reliable cheap truck so perfect video

@craigzilla100 3 года назад

Surprised the late 90s ranger didn't make the list. They run forever

@michaeldoster4847 6 лет назад

Thanks for the analysis of the trucks I am there; just lost 91 Ford Far w 338,336 miles when the narcissist went. Was getting 29 around town with 2.3L 4 banger 8 plug 5 speed! LOVE THAT TRUCK! Thinking about just rebuilding engine in it, put new clutch assy. In it, & drive on!

@gunsbeersmemes 6 лет назад

Been waiting on this!

@68rjp 6 лет назад

Would love to see your top cheap mini vans under $5,000 and top 5 worse mini vans.

@JonnyBetz 5 лет назад

Ruben Paez you look like you drive mini vans

@InsertFlashyName 6 лет назад

*basically the answer is always Toyota for all these videos*

@DeathMammoth91 6 лет назад

InsertFlashyName Well they are EXTREMELY reliable.

@regal953 6 лет назад

Even Lotus ditched their engines for Toyotas"

@MiguelGarcia-vj7oo 6 лет назад

DeathMammoth when it comes to motorsports its a completely different story...........their race cars are always failing....

@regal953 6 лет назад

Did any Toyotas won a Nascar Championship? ALL race cars are ALWAYS failing, that is how improvement follows...

@jsmeswagner6104 6 лет назад

Toyota frames are junk..

@raygsbrelcik5578 4 года назад

You're VIDS' are the BEST, my man. Keep up the good STUFF!!

@MileTune-Up 6 лет назад

Best car video series on RU-vid!

@danblondell7357 6 лет назад

The Nissan Frontier comes with a 3.3 supercharged option which moves those horsepower figures up quite significantly. It’s 210whp and around 235 lbft

@Smegma_pirate 5 лет назад

You can’t get a decent Tacoma for Less that 8k with 4x4

@SU-wg1ov 6 лет назад

Seriously best Vehicle knowledge Channel.

@edwinmiramontes7140 6 лет назад

Keep em coming!

@subaruwrx5701 6 лет назад

Toyota are not under 5000

@dnlmachine4287 6 лет назад

Toyota FTW with their numerous non interference engines. Stay gold.

@victorruiz7862 5 лет назад

Thanks man I needed this !

@mikesmokingmanaz9199 6 лет назад

I'm a big fan and a new "do it yourself" guy who finds your videos to be awesome and I'm successfully taking care of several projects that are not costing me a fortune. Thanks so much and let me know if there is anything i can do for you. Mike

@tony7132901 6 лет назад

I had to ask.... Can you make a video for the top reliable trucks under $10,000?

@huoffk8469 6 лет назад

Tony all of these but 5 years newer

@Dragunov302 6 лет назад

1998 Toyota T100. Unmatched reliability with the 3.4 only gripe is the power. 260xxx on mine and runs like a top

@hanskinslo326 5 лет назад

There's a 2007 Tundra 4.7 V8 that hit ONE MILLION miles in 2014.... Toyota bought it back from the owner to do a full tear-down. Averaged 125,000 miles per year!

@GentlemanAmerican 4 года назад

@rocknroller1999 I rarely ever see a T100 on the road, but I don't think that many of those trucks were manufactured. It was Toyota's first attempt at a full-size pickup, although it was closer to a mid-size, like the Tacoma. It was replaced by the Tundra 20 years ago.

@jacksonlee2279 6 лет назад

This channel should have way more than 300k subs

@Canadiandjmario 4 года назад

thank you this was very informative. I'm picking up a 2001 Toyota Tundra today.

@metalmindedmaniac2587 2 года назад

I've heard a lot about the 97-03 F150 being really reliable same for the OBS Silverados of the same years.

@CaptainCocaine 6 лет назад

Good luck getting a Tacoma under $5,000. Those things hold their value like gold.

@hanskinslo326 5 лет назад

You're not kidding!

@seansutherland6270 5 лет назад

Yeah that's why I avoid Toyotas and stick to Nissans

@Danoff1111 5 лет назад

Bought a 97' with 173k for 3800

@captjay5193 6 лет назад

My 97 Toyota T100 3.4 was full of furniture junk, a Harley Sportster and a 600cc Honda motorcycles in the bed and towing a Center Console Whaler w/ outboard on a trailer and ran at highway speeds for 7 hours. Did not burn, leak or clunk at all. In 2005 it suffered through 4 hurricanes in KW Florida and got wet up to the seats. (I lost the ECU only.) I washed the cab floor in diluted diesel oil and still drive it every day approaching 300,000 on synthetic oil. Before that I had a Toyota Pick up with the legendary 22RE engine same thing Mobil 1 oil and filters and brutal snowy winters in 4 wheel drive on the highways for hours. Excellent Video Intelligent and well prepared.

@nicholasduarte7219 6 лет назад

Nice video I own a super black 2004 Nissan frontier 3.3L crew cab I LOVE THIS TRUCK!!! No problems at all with 266,249 miles on it and runs like a dream never selling it it can tow 5,000 all day helped a buddy tow his 1989 Lincoln town car and had washers n dryers and a fridge in tow bed badass truck ill try and get a vid out soon

@johnathaneverman7455 6 лет назад

What about the old 4.9 i6 Ford? 300 straight 6. Best engine ford ever made.

@eyellgeteven9928 6 лет назад

One of the best engines ANYONE ever made!

@hanskinslo326 5 лет назад

Absolutely!

@tomswinburn1778 5 лет назад

I drove several service trucks with that engine over a LOT of years. Reliable as the sun rising. We got rid of them only when the body was so whacked up they were an embarrassment to be seen in. Which in a service vehicle tended to be around 300,000 miles. But the engine and trans were still capable of doubling that mileage.

@johnl3230 5 лет назад

Agreed

@MJorgy5 5 лет назад

That’s true, but the 2V 4.6 has surpassed it for the most reliable engine, by mileage, to date.

@TROllingNINJA2031 6 лет назад

was never in doubt that the taco would be #1 but to find one in ok condition for under 5K with under 200K on the clock is wishful thinking. the craziest one i saw was a red 94 Toyota PickUp with over *400K miles* listed for $2k in Texas. it was sold 2 weeks later for $4K at action

@ramtrucks721 5 лет назад

Saw a Tacoma with 459K Miles... 8 grand

@GentlemanAmerican 4 года назад

@@ramtrucks721 That is crazy.

@macauleykoenig1439 5 лет назад

Great video dude. keep it up!

@brucelee9941 5 лет назад

I bought a 2000 Nissan Frontier Xe One owner straight 4 Cylinder 100,000 Miles Mint Condition standard Transmission, for $3800 I love this thing

@AutOdometer 6 лет назад

I have a 99 Toyota 4Runner with the 3.4L V6. The thing is awesome except it’s a little slow on the gas pedal response

@Luke-oe5qi 6 лет назад

It could be the throttle positioning sensor

@vicaras1 6 лет назад

Might be a loose throttle cable . I adjusted my Tacoma and it helps

@elonsus9747 6 лет назад

I always found my 02 4runner to be very sensitive (throttle) wise.

@damacknificent151 6 лет назад

On the Toyota 4runner (96-02) does anyone have this issue? When going up an incline it down shifts and feels like the tranny has a slight vibration at high revs?. I know all vehicle's downshift going up hills.

@BagelBunny 6 лет назад

I learned to swap out clutch's on the side of the road when I owned 1999 F-150. 😥😥😥

@philthyphil3324 5 лет назад

Sounds like operator error

@robherrera6178 6 лет назад

I dig your videos and appreciate all the info!!!!

@keepitbasik7479 4 года назад

Thank you for your info brother! Much love

@channel0123 6 лет назад

can you do one on delivery/vans? Like Nissan nv200, toyota Hiace

@miriammaldonado7848 6 лет назад

channel An excellent question i was thinking the same way...lol

@Immortalkalashnikov 6 лет назад

Number 1 will be a Toyota Sienna

@highwaychild2387 6 лет назад

1999 was the first year of the " New Silverado" 1500 series, prior generation 88-98 were referred too as C/K's not Silverado's.. Silverado was a package on the C/k as was the Cheyenne. 2001 and on the complete line 1500-3500 where referred to as all Silverado's. Other than cosmetics there is little difference between the 88-98. 1995 got a face lift with modernized dash but thats about it. Enjoy your vids Thanks..

@tomgerth414 4 года назад

I've just discovered you! Great information and you are my type of mechanic.

@timtravasos2742 6 лет назад

Great Info as usual. Thanks.

@MSMonkShare 5 лет назад

Would love to see best trucks under $10-15k. Best years and engines in the slightly more modern SUVs and Trucks. Thanks

@jnic2003 4 года назад

What abt the Ford 4.9 inline 6????? Litterly the best Motor ever made

@RevDavid-kp3vd 6 лет назад

I enjoy your videos. Even though I have been turning wrenches for over 70 years, still so much to learn, THANKS! BTW: I have replaced many timing chains, consider adding "do not have to be replaced nearly as often as belts".

@macknumber9 6 месяцев назад

I didn't think anybody was as close to me in years of wrenching. I started in the summer of 38' at the age of 13. I no longer am able to work on them as I am approaching 99 in 3 months.

@tykellerman6384 6 лет назад

Thanks for all the great info

@dre04mach 6 лет назад

You only missed the 300 i6 fords, the 7.3 fords, the first gen cummins trucks, and the commanche with the 4.0... all capable of over half million miles.

@thecosmickat3954 5 лет назад

The I.6 4.0 In the old Xjs are bullet proof. Miss my old Jeep. Trans died at 300,000 and I stupidly gave up on it. Bought a GMC, engine let me down couldn't find a decent Chevy so got a Dodge, Now I'm learning the true bullshit of Chrysler. The Rams are good but the transmission is total crap.

@snipert6841 5 лет назад

4.9 best ford motor ever made..: 4.6 2v not too far behind

@nickward7079 6 лет назад

I towed a 3000lb bass boat with my 03 frontier 4 banger. It pulled it fine, I just went slow on steep hills and didn’t push it to hard.

@paulsosa1872 6 лет назад

Nick Ward I did that too but I had a Xterra 2.4l pulled it just fine

@brucelee9941 5 лет назад

I love my Frontier 4 Cylinder bullet proof engines

@BigFordCountry84 6 лет назад

you give great detailed advice. I try to tell folks who dont do a real good job at maintaining their vehicles to avoid a timing belt motor. Things I like to look for are the manual stick shift, and 4 wheel disc brakes (for easy of pad replacement) and usually ABS. If you want MPG vs hauling go with a 4 cylinder (usually cheaper to fix also) Looking into a car history and issues may make you feel like there are no good cars out there but it will help limit big issues that cost big bucks. ( car complaints site is like this) Thanks for this video I am looking for a good SUV to replace a Ford Explorer and still haul some stuff and people. Low price and low mileage in good condition I call it the "impossible deal" I just need to be patient.

@IndianaDundee 5 лет назад

I own a 03 Nissan Frontier 2.4L. I've put 150,000 miles on her. Oil/tires/brakes are the only things I've had to replace and those are just consumables so... Yes, it's underpowered if you plan to go fast or tow a bunch. I've towed over 1,200 lbs without a problem. It's slow to accelerate but I am fine with that.

@DeathMammoth91 6 лет назад

I wouldn't consider any Chrysler products reliable... but I am no professional just from my experience. However in my personal experience again, Toyota products have been VERY reliable!

@ColAngus 6 лет назад

I owned a 1992 Dodge 150 w/ a 5 speed manual and it was incredibly reliable. I once used it to move 700 miles and I was pulling one of those heavy Uhaul car haulers with a Mustang SVO on it that was packed full of my stuff and to top it off I had my Ninja ZX7 in the bed of the truck. Thing pulled up hills doing 75 without breaking a sweat. Had it not have gotten stolen from me in Scottsdale Az. I would have still had it to this day.

@poyo3582 6 лет назад

The ram needs more maintenance from time to time that's all

@jshepard152 6 лет назад

Soviet Clutch And by maintenance you mean... repair.

@poyo3582 6 лет назад

J Shepard no just need to be oil changed more

@josefgriveas7113 6 лет назад

As a owner of a dodge Dakota I know what you mean 😂

@alanraylocklear1117 6 лет назад

I was hoping to see the Chevrolet S10 on this list

@dillonkoch72 6 лет назад

Alan Ray Locklear I know right

@thomasfoss9963 3 года назад

I've had 2 S10s-- looking at a 3rd one now--- The 4.3 is as reliable as you can get, but I've replaced virtually everything else over the years... 262,000 miles on my current S10 which is now very tired!!!!!! Old trans vibrates my rearview mirror now...

@carlarthur4442 2 года назад

Great videos, very informative, thank you 😊

@SuperOrangeSauce 6 лет назад

I’ve got a 95 Toyota t100 with the 3.4l and I love it!! Great truck.

@jaflolara 6 лет назад

Tacos for the win

@nicholevercetti 4 года назад

u can be my mechanic lol can u make a video on HHRs

@JammaLamma 6 лет назад

Hey just found this channel tonight I'm not a car guy don't know too much but dang in the last hour I've learned quite a bit, thanks and good job man. Subbed after first video, I'm on like #10 already.

@nickdixon3536 6 лет назад

Great video! I'm between a tacoma and a 4runner now!!

@traxxasrcfun 6 лет назад

most reliable truck for your money is definitely a 92-96 ford f150 with an inline 6 engine. these trucks have been seen to last 600k plus miles with just basic maitenence

@D4x4Bronc 6 лет назад

dakota croasdale possibly 300 can be had in any platform of the fseries though

@brly4542 6 лет назад

Really, Fords from 81 to 96 with the 300I6 and the 4 spd manual is bullet proof, also really surprised he didnt mention the ranger with the 4.0L pretty bullet proof truck

@D4x4Bronc 6 лет назад

br ly the vbelt 300s weren't that reliable for daily driving. Very out of date. Maybe good for logging or a farm. The m5od trans also leaked from the fill plugs and would seize if unnoticed. The late model f250+ zf5 was a lot better and could tow

@jumpman366 6 лет назад

dakota croasdale lmao

@brly4542 6 лет назад

I dont know where you heard that about the 300I6 Vbelt trucks, but I drive one everyday, Vbelt has nothing to do with reliability, as long as tensioned properly, also v belts are very easy to change if one blows. Apart from fuel injection the Vbelt and Serpentine engines were basically the same. The m5od(Mazda trans) did leak if the owner didnt do their maintenance, but they were in later model 300's (after Fuel Injection), mine being an 85' has a NP435, which are bullet proof and actually sought after, they also came with BW T-18's back then. As far as reliability goes these engines were used in water pumps, dump trucks, buses, tractors, combines, you name it, and would run at 3000rpm for days without being powered down.

@Firebrand599 6 лет назад

Toyota Tacoma...Omg, the first models are freakin 23 years old and they have price tags as high as some 2010 cars...Ridiculous if you ask me. Either look really hard for one or ask yourself if you think such an old car will still have enough life left to make it worth spending that much. I personally like Tacomas and I would seriously convince my dad to trade in his old Chevy for one but the ridiculous resale value makes it so questionable.

@GeneralCliff 6 лет назад

The high resale value speaks for itself. People want a good car that will last a long time and never break down. The answer to that can only be the Tacoma.

@Firebrand599 6 лет назад

Doesn't change the fact that it's still a 20 year old truck. That means all the parts and articulates are 20 years old. I wouldn't trust a soul out there who thinks a 20 year old metal body will last as long as a new one. The car gets old, the metal gets old, and the whole car just breaks down one after another. Doesn't matter if it's a Tacoma or not. There's a certain point in time when a car or truck just gets too old to serve its purpose unless said car was meticulously kept all its life but who the hell would do that to a Tacoma that was built for the sole purpose of being used? Not a lot I bet. 10 years from now, most of the first gen Tacomas would probably end up scrapped or recycled due to too much wear. Just like how 20 years from now, anyone who's over 90 years old will be long dead. The high resale value is solely built on hype, making it seem like it's worth the price but I honestly think it's not.

@icantw8 6 лет назад

Anyone spending $10 -15k for a 90s Tacoma is the definition of a sucker.

@end-is-near 5 лет назад

I agree with you, the prices on tacomas are insane, a 20 years old truck shouldn't be this high, i love tacoma but I'm trying to find a Toyota Highluxe

@jillmarie3841 5 лет назад

Yeah when it comes to Toyota, you have to buy new (which I can’t afford). If you can it will be worth it cause you’ll be able to sell it for 1/3 of what your paid when it’s at 200,000 miles

@jalan8171 3 года назад

Not surprised about the turn of the millennium Tacoma being #1 on this list. Many of the Toyota brand vehicles were so solidly built (the Echo being among the most underrated sub-compacts, reliable as a tank) that their respective pre-owned values are well above other makes of the same time period of production. Too bad that Toyota Inc. could not maintain the standard of quality after 2006 when so many of their products went to the crap category, most notably the 2007 Camry.

@todski3319 4 года назад

Great video man, thanks!

@billygoat126 6 лет назад

Tacomas are still up there in price they hold their value for a reason. I've seen plenty with well over 300k and 400k miles.

@palmtree1885 6 лет назад

wats a proper way to maintain a transmission?

@dillonkoch72 6 лет назад

Follow the owners manual its your best bet

@AdamSmith-gs2dv 5 лет назад

Follow the owners manual and don't drive like a Lunatic (try to stay below 3500 RPM)

@blubyu1100 6 лет назад

Thanks for the straight talk hope you will do a 15k truck video really appreciate you telling common problems hope you will tell about aftermarket solutions or upgrades tnanks

@tennbones 2 года назад

I have the frontier you showed, a 2004, silver just as you featured. At 270k it still looks new and I drive it 400 miles per week. It's a jewel.

@TechSurreal 6 лет назад

You haven't talked about the class action lawsuit against Toyota trucks for frame rust issues.

@Dragunov302 6 лет назад

Abbas Sadeghi Bajgiran not a problem in my 98 Toyota T100

@dwightvarnes2696 6 лет назад

Probably doesn't see that much in CA but here in the east it is a huge problem.

@Tool0GT92 6 лет назад

Abbas Sadeghi Bajgiran another youtuber just bought one used and took it to the dealer and they replaced the frame.

@TechSurreal 6 лет назад

Tool0GT92 After the lawsuit Toyota extended the corrosion warranty for their trucks to 12 years. If you buy a Toyota truck older than that you are on your own.

@dethmar 6 лет назад

Dmf

@joshuavaalburg890 5 лет назад

Where's the ford ranger?

@montaserahmed585 4 года назад

The video title says awesome reliable

@fastboatster 4 года назад

@503945158 4 года назад

It's in the shop

@kylebecker2516 4 года назад

My 2000 ranger runs perfect

@impactajuvenile 4 года назад

Fords are known for bad brakes and electrical issues

@josiahcopley4908 6 лет назад

Great video! Thanks so much!

@lonewanderer3603 6 лет назад

Bout time! Thanks!

@frankiem749 6 лет назад

You failed to mention that the c/k series GM trucks were also available with the 7.4l 454 big block v8 and that the rams also had an optional V10 rare but still around.

@Jacob_Studer 6 лет назад

Where I live you will not find a Tacoma under 5k unless it has been trashed and has 350k miles. Which is why I don't own one. 😑

@rightlanehog3151 6 лет назад

Yes, you will definitely need to move into a higher price range to increase your chances of finding a Tacoma worth buying.

@Roughdraft214 6 лет назад

First gen V6 Tundras have the same engine. You might find one for under 5k.

@Jacob_Studer 6 лет назад

Good idea.

@jbthestoner5504 5 лет назад

I swear everyone that has a Tacoma or t100 now is celebrating because they managed to get what might be the most reliable truck ever Toyota ripped themselves off with those trucks lmao

@sweetsperfection860 4 года назад

Thanks for sharing this info. Always wanted a truck and toyota tacoma was my first choice, but I was not sure. Now that I have little more info I'm sure of my pic. Thanks.Be blessed

@Last_one_before_I_go 6 лет назад

Great topic, thanks !

@iliaslamari7315 6 лет назад

Those videos are only about USA cars and trucks. In the Netherlands nobody drivers trucks or something like that. Almost every car on the road is a small four banger and cars are a lot cheaper and better maintained. We have a lot of MOT rules and every car on the road has to pass that MOT inspection. I really want to see what a banger is in America, because for that money ($5000), you can buy a gorgeous car that is better than a old, bad maintained truck.

@regal953 6 лет назад

Americans like pick-ups trucks not small under powered euro cars. Toyota Tacoma is a US made truck, very reliable after many years. I bought a 1999 3.4 L/5-speed to replace a money sucking 2004 VW Golf..

@mothra__13 6 лет назад

he's done a video on cars under $1k. people wanted a vid on trucks because people here use them for moving and towing large things. just different car culture from europe.

@martinrivera3230 5 лет назад

Ilias Lamari a bicycle could beat one those, and does'nt need to be inspected, no offence, but true, i watch the ralley racing, i would not get in one if they paid me