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921 messages, Last post on Nov 06, 2009 at 11:20 AM
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I don't believe that to be true.....as I happen to be someone who bought a truck after the bulletin / buy-back was implemented. My paper work was just pushed through at Toyota and I should be hearing from ISG within a day or two. The Toyota rep. said I was getting full KBB excellent retail value + 150% and never said anything about having to pay out to anybody else! But she did say " I don't know if you have any other Tacoma's laying around.....because if you do ....this offer is only good for one person per household". Those are the facts thus far. But it seems like they are doing some checking to see if you did just buy the truck for the flip. Here's the deal. I just talked to a rep. at ISG. My offer is more than adequate ( KBB + 150% ) just like they said! I will buy Toyota's the rest of my life! They stood behind there word! No other auto manufacturer would do that!
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Replying to: david311 (Nov 04, 2008 11:52 am) Also - I think value + 150% is a typo. Toyota is offering, on a case by case basis, 150% the KBB value. Check out the service bulletin. Email me I'll send you one if you don't have one. - do you know how much your truck would be worth if the series had no frame issues? ALOT more. Check out Craigslist - values are tanking. - Can you list the name of your rep? The people I have dealt with have been nothing but a hassle. - this is the first I have head about Toyota Contacting the previous owner |
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Replying to: theiglu (Nov 03, 2008 7:38 am) The sad thing is, that if you and others do nothing, Toyota won't begin another buyback. You could let the truck sit, but without pressure Toyota won't start the buyback program for your model year. Do yoruself a favor and start contacting folks I've listed earlier in this thread (4-5 posts back). It's too late for me, so I hope for other's sake that Toyota will begin provding ample care for 2001 and newer trucks (the expedited buyback at 150%, a loaner, dealer assistance, and credit towards a new Toyota). Lastly, start the buyback process. Toyota may pull the plug on this program. Get what you can, consider filing suit in a small claims court after you get you check, and DO NOT LET TOYOTA KEEP NEGELCTING 2001 TRUCKS. Help yourself and others, take 5 minutes a day, and send a letter to anyone and everyone who can help. I know three people in MA alone who are in the same position you are. Together, we can pressure Toyota into doing the right thing - taking these dangerous trucks off the road and giving owners a fair deal for their loss. Contact me directly if you need to. tacomarecall  gmail.com - catchy email, huh?! best of luck. |
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Iglu - ftake notice and file here, too www.consumeraffairs.com/automotive/toyota_tacoma.html |
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Replying to: david311 (Nov 04, 2008 11:52 am) "Excellent Retail value + 150%"...because that would be 2 - 1/2 times it's retail. The correct amount is 1.5 times (or 150% of) Excellent retail value. Thanks. |
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If the vehicle has a salvage title are you buying them back? The policy bulletin says "no way" Also, it hink it's great toyota is giving 150% to owners for 1995 to 2000 trucks - but by marginalizing owners of newer trucks (no 150%, no loaner, no dealer help, no voucher, no customer service) you're really #^ ^ing these people over. I should know. I didn't even get 100% of the KBB value of my truck. I appreicate the help you're willign to provide, and i understand the annonymity. I know it's not "your policy" it is Toyotas - but they must realize - people are frustrated. Customer service has been horrible. When someone tells me that giveing me $1000 BELOW KBB value for their truck (when it SHOULD be worth $4000 more because of bad frames) - you're slapping them in the face. Toyota needs to do the right thing. Treat every failed frame and every owner the same - regardless of the truck year. ALL owners should get - a prorated check (150% is what it is) - a comped loaner until the check arrives - Dealer assitance (none of this "too bad for you. Drive home and call a 1-800# BS) |
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Replying to: theiglu (Nov 03, 2008 7:38 am) http://www.thebostonchannel.com/slideshow/news/15876993/detail.html http://www.thebostonchannel.com/investigative/15879699/detail.html http://www.thebostonchannel.com/news/15877183/detail.html Remember news producers won't do anyhting unless prompted. The more calls from the more people and the better chance for a story. I have been unable to get my local paper to do a feature, but then again I'm the only one in my area trying. |
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