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Pulling the trigger

Discussion in 'General Tundra Discussion' started by freerider8, Nov 13, 2021.

  1. Nov 13, 2021 at 4:49 PM
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    freerider8

    freerider8 [OP] Trucks Rule

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    Well if you have read my previous post on trading in or not. I am very close to pulling the trigger on a 2014 Tundra in Western NY. Truck is very clean, one owner and low mileage. Only 67,000 miles on it. Lift kit and a bunch of other extras. Listed for 33,567. I will definitely be posting pics of this truck if I finalize the purchase this coming week.
     
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  2. Nov 13, 2021 at 5:33 PM
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    AnonVet

    AnonVet That's what she said!

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    2014 with 67k... that's very low and leads me to believe it's a hell of a deal.
     
  3. Nov 13, 2021 at 5:39 PM
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    freerider8 [OP] Trucks Rule

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    Thanks AV. I am anxious to say the least. It is sharp, cannot wait to make her mine. I love my truck now but this is a good upgrade.
     
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  4. Nov 13, 2021 at 5:42 PM
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    AnonVet That's what she said!

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    You'd be hard pressed to find that age with those miles. Especially with upgrades. I'm looking forward to seeing pictures. She was babied for sure man. Kinda jealous for ya.

    I've got a 2015 that I've owned since it had a mile on it. I out 2 miles on her from the test drive and had it every since. She's got 83k on her now.
     
  5. Nov 13, 2021 at 5:42 PM
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    Taco-Spike Gateway from Tacoma World ~ ended up here

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    :devil:
     
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  6. Nov 16, 2021 at 8:24 AM
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    Update on truck I am looking at, got approved for the loan for 72 months at 530 a month. Giving me 3515 for my trade. I really want to pull the trigger but that is a lot of money as well. From what I have seen that payment is lower than most going right now. Still deciding if I should just go for it and see about refinancing next year.
     
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  7. Nov 16, 2021 at 8:39 AM
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    toyofan87 Beer thirty

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    Go for it...You only find unicorns once in a lifetime... Congrats.
     
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  8. Nov 16, 2021 at 8:46 AM
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    I know right, I just don't want the unicorn to kill me later with the horn...
     
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  9. Nov 16, 2021 at 10:15 AM
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    PomDad we having snacks?

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    3515 for your 2004 Tundra seems a bit low
     
  10. Nov 16, 2021 at 10:33 AM
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    I know it does. But I am also considering the other monies I need to put into it to make it better. I just had the truck checked by a buddy that owns a body shop and I am looking at 2700 to fix the doors and rocker panels so that they are good for a couple more years.
     
  11. Nov 16, 2021 at 11:12 AM
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  12. Nov 16, 2021 at 11:14 AM
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    Of?? My truck or new one?
     
  13. Nov 16, 2021 at 11:23 AM
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    The new one
     
  14. Nov 16, 2021 at 12:15 PM
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    The only one I have right now 81FA055F-69EB-4ACF-9E99-27956D9B0462.jpg
     
  15. Nov 16, 2021 at 12:38 PM
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    They seem to really be sticking it to you on the trade to me?
    Have you even tried selling it on your own to see?

    I cant imagine not easily getting double for that in a private sale.
     
  16. Nov 16, 2021 at 12:51 PM
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    I get it. But I had a body man look at the work that needs done and it’s going to be 2700 bucks to fix what will not pass next years inspection. So I don’t really want to put that into it. I am pulling the trigger and buying the 2014.
     
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  17. Nov 16, 2021 at 12:57 PM
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    Yeah I get that pretty clearly but have you thought about selling it outright?
    Thats all I am asking.
     
  18. Nov 16, 2021 at 1:14 PM
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    Yes, I have but I don’t have another vehicle to drive if this one then actually does sell. Too many people tire kick and don’t actually show up
     
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    I decided to pull the trigger and buy the 2014 Tundra. I had to do some more work tonight on my truck before I trade it in. One of the fuel tank straps broke last week and after working on this thing and all the rust that falls off on the undercarriage even though most of the body is good I am tired of turning wrenches on this thing. I understand that part of owning a vehicle is doing repairs but rust is one of those things that can't be stopped unless from the beginning. I will be getting this new truck oil sprayed to prevent rust from building up. It has been undercoated at each inspection based on the carfax information. The pics I have seen it is in very good shape. I am picking her up tomorrow. I will post pics when I have her.
     
  20. Nov 17, 2021 at 5:32 PM
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    If you were following this post and curious to see pics of the new truck, check out my new post today 11/17/21 with pics of the new truck. I am in love.
     
  21. Nov 17, 2021 at 5:47 PM
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    Great News and CONGRATS!
     
  22. Nov 17, 2021 at 5:49 PM
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    Thank you brother. Go check out the new post.
     

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