2000 Toyota Tacoma - I really love this little black truck!
I generally think this is a good car. This is my second car and it is much better than the first. The reason why I like this car is because it gets the job done. I like to go on lots of road trips so the bed of the truck is nice to help. Also, I like that there are just two seats in the front because this means that I do not have to drive everyone every where. Also, because it is a small truck, it gets better gas mirage than most bigger trucks. I also feel safe in this truck and like that I am a bit off the ground rather than when I am driving a car.
I generally think this is a good car. This is my second car and it is much better than the first. The reason why I like this car is because it gets the job done. I like to go on lots of road trips so the bed of the truck is nice to help. Also, I like that there are just two seats in the front because this means that I do not have to drive everyone every where. Also, because it is a small truck, it gets better gas mirage than most bigger trucks. I also feel safe in this truck and like that I am a bit off the ground rather than when I am driving a car.
Hm, some fun memories about this vehicle. Well, this is funny, and maybe slightly irrelevant, but also maybe helpful. One time I was letting my father use this truck. I was just about to get into the truck when he accidentally let go of the break. He pulled up just a little bit, and then again pressed his foot again on the break so the truck was stopped. However, what he didn't know what that ... (more)
Hm, some fun memories about this vehicle. Well, this is funny, and maybe slightly irrelevant, but also maybe helpful. One time I was letting my father use this truck. I was just about to get into the truck when he accidentally let go of the break. He pulled up just a little bit, and then again pressed his foot again on the break so the truck was stopped. However, what he didn't know what that he was parked on my foot! That's right! I knocked on his window and said that he is parked on my foot. He laughed thinking I was joking because it was not as if I was yelling, screaming, crying, or appearing to be in pain. I was just a little nervous and there was some pressure on my foot. However, I maintained my cool and told him once again that he was on my foot. I'm not sure if he believe me or not but he rolled back off my foot. When I got back in the car I told him that he really was on my foot, but he then said to me that he didn't believe me since I wasn't screaming in pain or anything. This just goes to show you that this truck is light, which is good because it will drive well and is good for gas mileage… also if you accidentally roll over someone. hah! Other than this story, I have just had a few road trips which have been quite fun with me and my boyfriend, some with me and my best friend. I have also done a lot of camping trips with this truck which is perfect since the bed is just the right size! I can cover everything with a tarp! What is nice about not having a shell on the bed is that I can fit bigger things like when I am moving furniture. I know that you can take the shell off but that would be additional work. This little truck is just perfect for me!:)
There are many great things about this truck. One, is the initial price of the truck. I really did not pay much at all and got the truck in new condition, so no miles on it. Since then I have been treating this truck nicely and maintaining it well. With good maintenance, this truck has lasted me so long! I rarely have to get it fixed and when I do, parts are really not expensive nor does it take a long time to fix. This is because it is Toyota and Toyota parts are way cheaper than most cars, for instance, way cheaper than a BMW. Also, since this truck is a Toyota, parts do not always s hav... (more)
There are many great things about this truck. One, is the initial price of the truck. I really did not pay much at all and got the truck in new condition, so no miles on it. Since then I have been treating this truck nicely and maintaining it well. With good maintenance, this truck has lasted me so long! I rarely have to get it fixed and when I do, parts are really not expensive nor does it take a long time to fix. This is because it is Toyota and Toyota parts are way cheaper than most cars, for instance, way cheaper than a BMW. Also, since this truck is a Toyota, parts do not always s have to be order ( like a BMW). Often they have the parts ready and available to repair right in the shop. The AC works well and pumps hot and cold heat. Never had a problem with theta. The steering is good and is never too jerky. I really like the way the truck turns and handles. This little truck is fun to drive. I am a petite girl who has always wanted a truck. However, a big ole gas gurgler would not suit me and look too big as well as take up too much gas. So this truck is nice for little people. It makes them look rough but also fits their size. I really love the look of this car as it is black which I think is the best color for this make and model of automobile. It is also super comfortable, even without extra padding.:)
Although this truck is most always great, there are some things that I wish were different. For instance, there is not power steering, there is not automatic windows, and no automatic door locks. That's right, I have to manually roll down the window and manually lock and unlock my doors which brings me to my next point. I can not have a car remote to lock, unlock, and set an alarm to the truck. In my area there is sort of a lot of theft that can go on around the holidays so it would be nice to have this option (although I am not sure if it would help much). Another thing that I wish the tr... (more)
Although this truck is most always great, there are some things that I wish were different. For instance, there is not power steering, there is not automatic windows, and no automatic door locks. That's right, I have to manually roll down the window and manually lock and unlock my doors which brings me to my next point. I can not have a car remote to lock, unlock, and set an alarm to the truck. In my area there is sort of a lot of theft that can go on around the holidays so it would be nice to have this option (although I am not sure if it would help much). Another thing that I wish the truck has was a window that leads from the bed of the truck to the cab. In other words for instance, if you were sitting in the front seat drinking from a disposable can, and you are down to the last sip and almost done with the drink, I would like the option to throw my trash into the bed by having a little sliding window that leads from the cab to the bed of the truck. This window is available in other trucks and is hand, especially if you have an animal like a dog, and you want to bring your animal with you and you have to tie it up to something. This window would be a good way to check on the animal and make sure everything is okay.
2000 Toyota Tacoma - Great reliable truck for many purposes
It's a great workhorse truck in 4-cylinder trim. Don't expect car-like fuel economy of 30mpg. Don't expect sporty handling. Expect a long rusty life with minimal maintenance. Mine is used for hauling and camping trips in summer and as a winter all-around vehicle. Non salted-road seasons see me using more fuel efficient sports cars for typical commutes.
It's a great workhorse truck in 4-cylinder trim. Don't expect car-like fuel economy of 30mpg. Don't expect sporty handling. Expect a long rusty life with minimal maintenance. Mine is used for hauling and camping trips in summer and as a winter all-around vehicle. Non salted-road seasons see me using more fuel efficient sports cars for typical commutes.
It's dependable sturdy and can handle rough dirt surfaces at high speeds. It's comfortable and really tough, it can take a beating. I love it. the rear seats is surprisingly roomy. Versatile, reliable, and seems to stand punishment. It's a pickup, so it functions well as a stripped down workhorse, and I'm glad Toyota didn't get carried away with the luxury & entertainment options that are seen on newer vehicles. The extra cab seats are comfortable on the longer trips with normal gas stops to refresh & stretch.
It's dependable sturdy and can handle rough dirt surfaces at high speeds. It's comfortable and really tough, it can take a beating. I love it. the rear seats is surprisingly roomy. Versatile, reliable, and seems to stand punishment. It's a pickup, so it functions well as a stripped down workhorse, and I'm glad Toyota didn't get carried away with the luxury & entertainment options that are seen on newer vehicles. The extra cab seats are comfortable on the longer trips with normal gas stops to refresh & stretch.
Typical Toyota rust started on door seams after 5 years, and I'll be fighting this for the next decade. Fuel mileage certainly isn't what the older Toyota 2WD trucks with the 22-RE engine were. I can get 23mpg highway if I keep to back roads that are 55mph, but on the interstate, 19-20mpg is about it. Winter is worse for mileage as expected. City driving nets around 17mpg, unless you do small cold-start only commutes where it can drop to 13mpg.
Typical Toyota rust started on door seams after 5 years, and I'll be fighting this for the next decade. Fuel mileage certainly isn't what the older Toyota 2WD trucks with the 22-RE engine were. I can get 23mpg highway if I keep to back roads that are 55mph, but on the interstate, 19-20mpg is about it. Winter is worse for mileage as expected. City driving nets around 17mpg, unless you do small cold-start only commutes where it can drop to 13mpg.
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