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#69 of 925 Can Drive by hockeyeast Apr 21, 2008 (3:29 am)
Mine failed, but not so bad that I couldn't drive it. You can drive it. Now, if they deem it too bad (cracked frame, etc.) then they will keep it. Too Unsafe. As far a KBB, I am still waiting. Replies to this message: tlamps (Apr 21, 2008 2:26 pm) release (Apr 21, 2008 5:20 pm) robertmat (Apr 23, 2008 12:51 pm)
#70 of 925 Re: Can Drive [hockeyeast] by tlamps Apr 21, 2008 (2:26 pm)
Replying to: hockeyeast (Apr 21, 2008 3:29 am) I have a 2000 Tacoma with some heavy rust on the frame. I had my truck inspected last week at a local service shop and the mechanic told me about the frame problems and that Toyota may buy it back. I don't really want to lose my truck, but I don't want it falling apart driving down the road. My 2000 only has $61k miles on it. I have an appointment with the dealer on Thursday, when I called the service tech said this was a new process and he was not sure how it worked? This will be interesting. Replies to this message: release (Apr 21, 2008 5:20 pm) robertmat (Apr 23, 2008 12:51 pm)
#71 of 925 Re: Can Drive [tlamps] by release Apr 21, 2008 (5:20 pm)
Replying to: tlamps (Apr 21, 2008 2:26 pm) Scheduled my appointment today. The woman at the desk told me that I can keep the truck even if it fails and the KBB price that she said is quoted is the "retail" which is the highest of the 3 prices. we'll see. Replies to this message: robertmat (Apr 23, 2008 12:51 pm)
#72 of 925 Re: newer toyota question [ern3] by pdave Apr 22, 2008 (2:14 pm)
Replying to: ern3 (Apr 19, 2008 4:35 pm) I wouldn't recommend buying another Toyota. If you check around on the Internet, there are newer Toyotas with frame rust problems. Toyota's frame is a "box" frame which means water gets trapped in the frame during the winter causing rust, especially if you live in an area where salt is used for snow. The US "big three" trucks use an "open frame" and water can't get trapped inside.
#73 of 925 Re: Can Drive [release] by robertmat Apr 23, 2008 (12:51 pm)
Replying to: release (Apr 21, 2008 5:20 pm) I just took mine in to the dealer during my lunch. It took me 2 weeks to get the appointment. They allowed me to take my truck (98 Tacoma 4X4 Extracab, 100,000 miles, Northern New England) home since they deemed it safe to drive (1 hole, low in the frame). The service deprtment has started "the process" and I should here from Toyota within 1-2 weeks. I am hoping they will buy it back. I am sure the resale value on these has dropped significantly. Has anyone heard of Toyota fixing the frame and not offering the buyback? Thats what I am afraid of.   I know of from 5-7 trucks that have been taken back by Toyota (3 of these trucks belong to co-workers), most similar stories (150% of KBB retail/excellent, sometimes they confiscate the truck and sometimes they don't. When they confiscate it they offer a rental car. The process takes about a month.
#74 of 925 1st Response by hockeyeast Apr 23, 2008 (2:24 pm)
I received a message from ISB (I am guessing a company that is taking care of this for Toyota) that I need to fax them a copy of the registration for my Tacoma. I'll keep you posted as things progress.     Replies to this message: 71pro (Apr 23, 2008 3:07 pm)
#75 of 925 Re: 1st Response [hockeyeast] by 71pro Apr 23, 2008 (3:07 pm)
Replying to: hockeyeast (Apr 23, 2008 2:24 pm) I work for a dealer and I have to say TOYOTA has definatly stepped up for this problem they are in fact paying 150% of Kelly Blue book Excellant condition any on can find this info at kbb.com and enter all the info about your truck and the milage and its the highest value. And yes most of the trucks we have seen we have kept do to the extent of the frame rot and the fact that if these trucks are hit they ARE going to fold up. so for the protection of the customer we/toyota is paying for the rentals. My dealer unfortunatly is booking a month out to perform the inspections do to the paper work involved after the customer has left in there truck or rental. and yes even if its a small hole we are still reporting it and I believe toyota is buying them back because it will only get worse. this is not a RECALL because not every truck is involved but may be in the next few years thats why its a Warrenty extension for 15 years from the date of first use of the vehicle..
#76 of 925 Sooooo..... by hockeyeast Apr 23, 2008 (5:01 pm)
Ok, let me get this straight...If my truck is worth kkb price of 5730.00, then I am assuming that my truck will go for 8595.00. Am I doing that right? Replies to this message: tylorkitty (May 01, 2008 6:29 pm)
#77 of 925 and...just thinking...Another tacoma? by hockeyeast Apr 23, 2008 (6:01 pm)
So, say I do get a deal from Toyota. Should I buy another one? I have herd of 2001s and up having the same problems. Do these trucks get bought back in a few years also. This really SUCKS. Replies to this message: j81 (Apr 29, 2008 10:44 am)
#78 of 925 Received my offer today by mttoptv Apr 23, 2008 (7:01 pm)
I have a 1999 Tacoma with 155,000 miles. I went for a regular inspection on march 28th and was told it would not pass inspection. On April 1st I took the offer to buy a new 2008 tacoma. i was told in 2-3 weeks I would be getting an offer on my old truck. I got the offer today for $12,975.00. it said in the offer letter I will be getting payment in 7- 10 days. when I brought the new truck I received a $1000.00 rebate on the spot. I will also be getting a $1000.00 rebate because I brought a new truck. I brought my 1999 tacoma for $20,000. new august of 1999. this whole deal seems like I bought a lottery ticket. to get a brand new truck for $7000.00 seems unreal. The truck I got is a tacoma 4x4 access cab standard 4 cylinder. i have no complaints. my ex-wife had the same truck I had and hers pass the inspection (sorry about that)

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