Am I insane for considering paying 23K for a 05 DC?

I’m considering paying $23K for this truck. The price initially seems insane in my mind, but I plan to keep it until the wheels for off (or until my wheels fall off). The nice thing about this truck is that it seems like it needs almost nothing immediately after the purchase. I have videos below of the exterior, interior, frame, and engine bay. It looks to be in excellent shape by my estimation.


Notable Items:

-2005 DC 4x4 Limited w/ 118K miles- Texas or PNW it’s entire life

-Lower ball joints done at 109K in 12/2023

-Water pump/timing belt done at 111K on 4/2024

-GX big brake upgrade

-Dobinson IMS shocks w/ add-a-leaf

-New SAIS

-Backup camera, apple carplay

-Comes with a snugtop camper shell.


The bad:

-Was in one accident wherein a door and side fender had to be replaced (all replaced with OEM parts). He says he can give me receipts for all work associated with the accident. Title is clean.


Videos:

Exterior: https://imgur.com/a/TSYGqMa

Interior: https://imgur.com/a/vAIugG4

Frame: https://imgur.com/a/CKJVT0K

Engine Bay: https://imgur.com/a/HgslKa1

 

Sure beats buying new. And cheaper!

 

$17k. Maybe. I'm not paying $23k for that truck. It's been modded and used by the current owner. Probably have to unfuck some of that for your own purposes.

 

Just do not forget anything aged still ages even with LOW miles - suspension rubber components if replaced with OEM are Expensive - Ask me how I know.

 

Looks like the guy took care of it! 23k is pretty steep though for a 20 year old truck.

 

I paid 24K for a 06 DC SR5 in May. Timberland Mica with matching SnugTop. KO3's with a standard lift. Purchased from a Toyota dealer who replaced timing belt, water pump, all fluids, battery, serpentine. 3 owner vehicle.

So no, not crazy. It's what I failed to find in over 18 months of searching. I'm happy.

 

I bought my 06 DC 4wd for 23k in 2007. No way I would rebuy it today at that price. I still have it and drive weekly. My 19 DC that I also bought new is a much better at being a truck, way more power, better shifting, better interior, more room up front, hauls better, carries better. The only negative is that it is slightly harder to park due to size, but I live rural so rarely deal with that.

 

I legit just missed out on a 2004 Limited DC 1GT with 115Kmiles up in the PNW. Was working with the dealer and a guy swooped in and bought it. Price was steep at $25grand, but it was mint and now I'm looking again.

 

Too many good ones in the mid teens to pay mid twenties for me

 

how many miles were on it?

 

WHOA

 

I hope insurance will cover the value paid. That’s insane. I paid $27,500 for a new 02 4x4 AC Tundra so I know it’s gotta be in the low $30k+ new in 05.

 

Just when I thought I couldn't get any dumber...

 

It kinda hurts to realize we hit peak truck only 20 years ago. No screens, no nannies, and built to last, instead of built to replace.

 

At least if it stays mint by 2030, you can register it as a “classic” and get it insured for the full appraisal value. Only downside are typically the limitations and cost of the insurance.

 

It hasnt lasted 23 years yet, but get back to me.

 

I see the curve.

 

Yeah, our State requirements suck but in my po-punk-u county I might get by with driving during the week.



Love my 04 DC LTD but no way I’d pay $25 K for it and it’s in much better shape, especially the frame and paint job.

 

Didn't know you were in TN too. Must have missed that.

 

WHOA

 

sure it would, toyotas weight ratings are weaksauce. So long as you know what your doing.