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How long will you keep your Tundra?

Discussion in '2.5 Gen Tundras (2014-2021)' started by Patriot, Sep 22, 2017.

  1. Sep 22, 2017 at 3:54 AM
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    Patriot

    Patriot [OP] Member

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    With all the mods and $$$$ invested in making your Tundra yours with wheels, tires, suspension components, how long do you plan on keeping your Tundra?
     
  2. Sep 22, 2017 at 4:05 AM
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    tomsinamerica

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    Until my needs change enough to make me go through the pain of buying and selling again... I hope, not for several years at least.

    As for the mods that are slowly taking place, I'm keeping whatever I take off so that I can revert to stock before I sell it... Then I'll list all the goodies here!
     
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  3. Sep 22, 2017 at 4:42 AM
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    Jaywhy

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    I plan on driving it until it falls apart, many many years from now.
     
  4. Sep 22, 2017 at 4:47 AM
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    Netmonkey

    Netmonkey Don't be a Dumbass

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    hah... my wife said that I am keeping this truck forever :)

    to be honest, her car is getting old so she gets the next new one :)
    she is driving a 2006 scion TC. I have tried to convince her to get a new car, but she loves her TC :)
     
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  5. Sep 22, 2017 at 4:50 AM
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    ladywolf

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    Probably until it falls apart, or its so expensive to fix and maintain its not worth keeping any longer!
     
  6. Sep 22, 2017 at 4:52 AM
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    tomsinamerica

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    Its a Tundra, you could be waiting a while
     
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  7. Sep 22, 2017 at 4:57 AM
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    ladywolf

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    thats the point!!!
     
  8. Sep 22, 2017 at 5:58 AM
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    757TUNDRA

    757TUNDRA Not a New Member

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    OEM Bed Cover, OEM Bed Rail System, OEM Bedmat, OEM Doorsill Protectors, OEM TRD Rear Sway Bar, OEM Color Matched Door Handles, OEM Color Matched Mirror Caps, OEM Bed Net, OEM Driver Side Grab Handle, BFG K02 LT275/60/20, WeatherTech Digifit FloorLiners, Salex OCD Console Organizer, Salex Console Tray
    That's the million dollar question for me. I typically trade every three years so that's the main reason I haven't gone nuts with suspension upgrades, UCAs, wheels, etc. because you never get that money back on a trade. I really like my '16 (my favorite vehicle!) and may end up keeping it longer than three years. Once I make that call I'll likely start the major upgrades.
     
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  9. Sep 22, 2017 at 6:02 AM
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    T-Rex266

    T-Rex266 Elon approved Staff Member

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    Too much money, time, and heart in mine to let it go anywhere at this point. Besides, it’ll be paid off hopefully by early next year. :woot:
     
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  10. Sep 22, 2017 at 6:35 AM
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    jstrenn

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    Let’s see... I kept a 4Runner for 15 years, then my Tacoma for a little over 10 years that I just traded for my Tundra that I plan on keeping for at least 10 years, hopefully more.

    I’m 54 years old and have driven Toyota’s for 32 years. Doubt I’ll ever switch brands.
     
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  11. Sep 22, 2017 at 6:42 AM
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    Coolhardy

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    I said this about all my cars that I mod but it never happens. After few years, I want something else. I know I have long term commitment problems. :notsure:
     
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  12. Sep 22, 2017 at 6:47 AM
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    Ted4311

    Ted4311 Don't Sweat The Small Stuff

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    A LOT... NEVER ENDS
    I had my Tacoma for 8 years, as long as I don't out grow this one. I see no benefit to upgrading.

    Now modifying is hands down in the future.
     
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  13. Sep 22, 2017 at 6:49 AM
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    k9shag

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    I usually get rid of them at 100K which at the pace I am going will be sometime in early 2019. I will see what is in store for the new generation and decide. I will probably just add leather to my DC this year and drive it as it is.
     
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  14. Sep 22, 2017 at 6:53 AM
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    gosolo

    gosolo You Don’t Know Who I Am But I Know Where You Live

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    My 2015 pro now has less than 8,000miles. Of over $6,000.00 in mods, non are cosmetic. I'm expecting this to be the last truck I may ever own. At 62 years old, if she lasts 20 years, I probably won't be driving anymore, and if I am, it's not likely to be a truck.
     
  15. Sep 22, 2017 at 6:57 AM
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    TXMiamiFan

    TXMiamiFan SSEM #3 and tractor extraordinaire

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    My son is already saying this will be his car when he can drive in 6-7 years, so maybe I have to get another one at that point? LOL. NO! He can buy his own damn car!
     
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  16. Sep 22, 2017 at 7:12 AM
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    dcsleeper408

    dcsleeper408 BASTRDS

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    I plan on keeping it for a really long time... My first new car in my life.
    but....... if I find a good deal on a 200 series Land cruiser I just might.. Chances of that are pretty slim though.
     
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  17. Sep 22, 2017 at 7:15 AM
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    MistrRoboto

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    Last vehicle, FJ, I said forever, but lasted about 10 years, 150k miles. This one might stick around and be my sons first car (in 16 years).
     
  18. Sep 22, 2017 at 7:16 AM
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    TXRailRoadBandit73

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    None yet
    I'm 43... I don't need another..I'll keep til it falls apart
     
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  19. Sep 22, 2017 at 7:29 AM
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    T-Rex266

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    Lol I used to be the same. This will probably be the longest I’ve owned any vehicle.
     
  20. Sep 22, 2017 at 7:37 AM
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    Midnighttaco08

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    None yet!
    I’m sure it’ll be 10 plus year here.
     
  21. Sep 22, 2017 at 7:37 AM
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    Hattori

    Hattori STOP SHIMMING COILOVERS!!!!

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    Me.......
    Mine will be in the family til the end. Once this motor needs rebuild, ill forge it, maybe stroke it to a 6.0 and supercharge it. I'll be the old guy that rolls up romping at the local car meet and turn heads. Old gas guzzling pre-runner!
     
  22. Sep 22, 2017 at 7:45 AM
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    Teriks

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    Not a third gen, so my initial costs were way lower, but I'll probably keep mine a couple more years at the most. I've had it for just over 6 months and already have wandering eye. The longest I've ever owned a vehicle is 3.5 years.
     
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  23. Sep 22, 2017 at 8:36 AM
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    I said I was keeping my 16 TRD Pro 4-runner, then the dealership offered me close to what I paid for it after only a yr of ownership. I want to say I am keeping the tundra for at least 3 yrs, but my track record says otherwise, I said I was keeping my 12 rockwarrior and that was 4 trucks and 1 SUV ago :facepalm:
     
  24. Sep 22, 2017 at 8:42 AM
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    joonbug

    joonbug °°°°°°°°°°

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    1. gas hits $20/gallon
    2. the wheels fall off my truck
    3. I can trade it in for a flying car

    When all 3 happen
     
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  25. Sep 22, 2017 at 8:45 AM
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    TundraTss

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    Everything. Literally.
    ..ride this bitch 'til the wheels fall off.
     
  26. Sep 22, 2017 at 8:50 AM
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    trayday

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    With the amount of money I've dumped into this truck, I'll probably keep for at least 10 years. I'm sure I'll buy another car that makes a good amount of power and drive the other 50% of the time.
     
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  27. Sep 22, 2017 at 8:50 AM
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    Werbenjagermanjensen

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  28. Sep 22, 2017 at 8:53 AM
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    Marty McFly

    Marty McFly Nobody calls me chicken!! Except when off roading

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    I plan on keeping it till I win the lottery. Then I'll be in my Bugatti as a DD :notsure:
     
  29. Sep 22, 2017 at 8:54 AM
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    bobeast

    bobeast really old member

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    - Bull Bar - LED Bunny Burners - AMP retractable running boards - Headlight leveling retrofit - P3 Brake Controller - 60% rear seat delete - relocation of Sub to rear wall - Bilstein 5100 x4, top setting with 2 shims per side - Coach builder +2 rear shackles w/carrier bearing drop - Firestone Air bags - on-board compressor with auto-leveling - Dual Undercover Swing Boxes. - P285/65/R20 (34.6") BFG TA KO2's - TRD Front skid plate - Pop & Lock Tailgate lock - Remote Tailgate mod - LED Headlights - Nav Bypass - iPhone integration - Serius/XM retrofit - 25% front tint - Bizon electric tonneau cover - Power folding tow mirror upgrade - 2010+ leveling Headlight mod - Auto-fold mirror mod. - one-touch lane changer mod - Flash to open garage opener mod - Rigid H/L fog light upgrade - Pushbutton / Remote start mod.
    Until the wheels fall off. Then I'll turn it into a sled, and use it some more.
     
  30. Sep 22, 2017 at 8:58 AM
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    Newm

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    I'll keep mine until year two of the updated Tundra...then I'll jump in a new one. At this rate that probably won't be until 2021 or so.
     

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