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New member buying a used Tundra - Need advice!

Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by kb375, Jun 19, 2020.

  1. Jun 19, 2020 at 6:11 PM
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    kb375

    kb375 [OP] New Member

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    Hi,

    New member here from Utah! I'm buying a used Tundra and trying to narrow down my choices. I'm looking for something to take hunting/fishing, drive the kids around in, get to work, etc.. I prefer the Limited trim for the leather and options.

    Below are pics and for a truck I'm considering. 2015, 61,000 miles. They're asking $36,000, which is well above book, but it has a lot of extras on it already.

    Any advice you guys have for me? Thoughts on this truck? Carfax is clean and truck looks great.

    I'll have to do some research on how to look for the cam tower leak as I have no idea what to look for. Other things I should look for? I guess I could get a mechanic to look at it with me.

    Thanks for any help!

    "Best Looking Tundra around! Includes Carfax and Auto Check reports. This is one clean Loaded truck! Low average miles and superior condition. Has Leer topper, Thule racks, Borla exhaust, bull bar w/ LED lights, fender flares, Fuel wheels, Bilstein shocks, Tonneau cover and recently ceramic coated. This is a once in a lifetime find if you are looking for a great truck. Has full leather seats with Weather Tech seat covers, weather tech mats, front and back, wood trim, Navigation system, blue tooth and custom wheels And bed liner. Must see it to appreciate."

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  2. Jun 19, 2020 at 6:11 PM
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    TXMiamiFan

    TXMiamiFan SSEM #3 and tractor extraordinaire

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    Welcome from Colorado
     
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  3. Jun 19, 2020 at 6:17 PM
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    Pinay

    Pinay New Member

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    Welcome from SoCal
     
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  4. Jun 19, 2020 at 6:24 PM
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    ARMYGREEN

    ARMYGREEN New Member

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    Welcome. Nice looking truck. I would take it for a used car inspection at a Toyota Dealer if you are unfamiliar with them. Other than that maybe a few thousand too high. Knock three thousand off and make a deal.
     
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  5. Jun 19, 2020 at 6:36 PM
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    Prostar 190

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    Welcome from Ohio
     
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  6. Jun 19, 2020 at 6:44 PM
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    Lovetrucks

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    Welcome from Ontario Canada
     
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  7. Jun 19, 2020 at 7:30 PM
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    TXRailRoadBandit73

    TXRailRoadBandit73 YOTAS,RAILROADIN',RÖKnRÖLLN',BEER,MAX/GEMMA

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  8. Jun 19, 2020 at 7:34 PM
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    Ely010606

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  9. Jun 19, 2020 at 7:48 PM
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    Jim LE 1301

    Jim LE 1301 Camaro Lover, SSEM # 11,TTC#179

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  10. Jun 19, 2020 at 8:19 PM
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    TokerJoker

    TokerJoker ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ

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    Howdy from DFW and nice truck your considering :thumbsup:
     
  11. Jun 19, 2020 at 8:51 PM
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    Dorks68

    Dorks68 New Member

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    Welcome! Price is a little high imo. I’d say 30-32k range is more realistic
     
  12. Jul 4, 2020 at 4:27 AM
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    atrinh15

    atrinh15 New Member

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    Welcome from Boston. ALWAYS NEGOTIATE. Nice looking truck. Looks well kept.

    if you had to buy a bone stock tundra and add all the things that truck had is it still worth it? Might get your answer. Good Luck
     
  13. Jul 4, 2020 at 10:18 AM
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    TOYOTRD8

    TOYOTRD8 New Member

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    Hello and welcome from SLC! Regardless of private or dealer, I would negotiate them down couple grands more. Good luck.
     
  14. Jul 4, 2020 at 11:26 AM
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    frichco228

    frichco228 Valued Member

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    Welcome...that is way to high$$ For reference I purchased my 2016 4wd SR5 with OR package, convenience package and Sr5 upgrade package with 32k miles for $31 back in January.
     

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