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Re: Here is what has happened to me so far [nikshedeck]
by tylorkitty
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May 01, 2008 (6:33 pm)
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Replying to: nikshedeck (May 01, 2008 5:17 pm)
Ok Folks it has taken me 2 weeks, but I have CONFIRMED with TOYOTA CORP< 2 local Dealers and ISG (Impartial Services Group, LLC ) who will be the " third party" coordinating the vehicle transfers. 1. ALL Tacoma's will be considered in EXCELLENT Condition. 2. All Tacoma's will valued using KBB RETAIL VALUE 3. MILEAGE IS Considered 4. ONLY Manufacturer options will be considered in the "VALUE", so all the extra tonneau covers, bed liners running boards etc you installed after market, will not be considered to increase the value. 5. ISG (Impartial Services Group, LLC based out of Texas, they have Independent Contractors that work for them, so if your Transfer Rep/liaison seems like an idiot COMPLAIN, they only get paid when they complete an assignment and that assignment is YOU! ) ISG will be the liaison between you and Toyota. ISG will assist in paying off any Liens you may have on your Truck. 6. Once all the paperwork is completed, approx 3-5 days, you should receive an offer letter from Toyota in the mail within 10 days, the offer $$$ is NON NEGOTIABLE, it is what it is! I was told specifically there is no negotiating. 7. If it should take more than 30 days, you may request more time on your "loaner vehicle" at Toyotas expense. 8. The frame must be perforated, meaning have "actual holes". IF it does not Dealers will NOT necessarily give you anything in writing that you " passed the frame rot test". Your VIN will be added into the Toyota data base. I suggest you detail as much as you can when you go for the inspection, names, dates time etc and keep in a safe place, as you will be warranteed 15 years from the day of inspection, and probably will eventually qualify for the buy-back program at some future date.
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- #101 of 923
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Re: 98 tacoma 4x4 6cyl [tylorkitty]
by mrbill1957
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May 01, 2008 (7:05 pm)
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Replying to: tylorkitty (May 01, 2008 6:28 pm)
"as you will be warranteed 15 years from the day of inspection"
The extended warranty is 15 years from the date the truck was put into service, not from the day of inspection.
Mrbill
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- #102 of 923
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Re: 98 tacoma 4x4 6cyl [mrbill1957]
by tylorkitty
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May 01, 2008 (7:14 pm)
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Replying to: mrbill1957 (May 01, 2008 7:05 pm)
It is an arguable point. I asked spcifically, and I was told 15 years from the day it gets inspected for :" the buy back program". I was VERY specific on this, and i have the names and phone numbers of all I spoke with, trust me, I'm not getting screwed on this.... I inspected my truck myself and with my mechic, there no holes, BUT there sure will be VERY soon! It may jut not pass its annual inspection in July.
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- #103 of 923
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I finished and it worked well!!!!
by bigo5
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May 02, 2008 (6:51 am)
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I just picked up my new 2008 Tacoma after finishing the buy back program! They took my 1999 with 71000 miles on it and I got around $13600! You also get an additional $1000 voucher toward the purchase of a new Tacoma. The is in addition to the $1000 consumer rebate that is going on. So I had about $16000 towards a new one, it ws a no brainer to get it. But beware, they are getting harder to locate smaller base models because of all the buy back cases out there. Also, once inspected they are suppose to offer you a rental for up to 30 days as you consider alternate transportation. I had them email me my offer letter which speeded up the progress. Also it is correct that there must be perforation holes in the frame. They are suppose to swing a hammer at it while inspecting. I SAY TRY TO GET DONE SOONER AS THE WORD OF THIS PROGRAM SPREADS IT IS GOING TO SLOW DOWN AND TRUCKS WILL BE HARDER TO GET WHAT YOU WANT! Let me know if I can answer any more questions.
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- #104 of 923
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Should know this week
by hockeyeast
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May 03, 2008 (3:15 am)
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Wow, Great for you!!! I have a 96 reg cab that I am waiting on. Probably wont get 9000, but a good down payment for a taco upgrade. Should know within a few days. Keeping my fingers crossed!
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- #105 of 923
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98 tacoma 4x4 6cyl [acer3]
by tmiller159
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May 03, 2008 (2:11 pm)
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Replying to: acer3 (May 01, 2008 5:50 pm)
I have a 99 Tacoma SR5 4x4 with 2.7L automatic, Rhino bed liner, towing package, 10 disc CD changer and in dash AM/FM/CD player, fender flares and stone guard on hood, twin Hella LOUD electric horns, tonneau bed cover, 140,000 miles, dark green.
I received an offer of $13,792.50 and accepted same by signing and returning the paperwork they sent to me. Once they pay off my existing loan, I will get a check for the remaining $9022.00. They also give you a certificate good for 60 days for a new truck at $1000 below dealer invoice and $1000 cash back. I was also loaned a Toyota Corolla for 30 days at no charge to me.
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- #106 of 923
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Re: 98 tacoma 4x4 6cyl [tmiller159]
by hockeyeast
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May 03, 2008 (5:01 pm)
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Replying to: tmiller159 (May 03, 2008 2:11 pm)
Don't forget to take off that aftermarket stuff!!!! 
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- #107 of 923
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Re: 98 tacoma 4x4 6cyl [tmiller159]
by release
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May 03, 2008 (5:23 pm)
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Replying to: tmiller159 (May 03, 2008 2:11 pm)
Where did the above poster get that the $1000 is for $1000 off invoice? I assume it is just $1000 off the price you and dealer agree on.
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- #108 of 923
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Found a soft spot
by nbtacoma1
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May 04, 2008 (12:57 pm)
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I have a 99 Tacoma 3.4 that is showroom mint condition with only 68000miles. It was sprayed twice with oil since I bought it new so I figured there is no way mine would be bad. I crawled under it today to check the frame with a ball pin hammer. All seemed good until I got just in front of the drivers side rear spring shakle. There are no holes but you can tell there is a soft spot there(bottom side of the frame). I'm sure if I would have used a welders pick hammer it would have made a hole. I have not recieved a letter to bring it in to the dealer yet so I'm still waiting. I love the truck and have mixed feelings about loosing it..... 
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- #109 of 923
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Re: 1999 Toyota Tacoma Frame Problem [tylorkitty]
by tcma
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May 04, 2008 (2:54 pm)
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Replying to: tylorkitty (May 01, 2008 6:30 pm)
Thank you for the info. I went to three different dealers and got three different stories on how they are doing the inspection and buy back. Mine is scheduled for inspection on 5-5-08. I do have holes on my frame by the leaf spring bracket. It is about 18 inches long and 2 inches wide and smaller holes in several others places. Again, thanks for the info, very helpful. I was told that if there are not any holes but there is a lot of rust they ( the dealer) will schedule it for repair or protection from further damage do to rust. The guy at the dealer was reading this right from the recall policy he had in front of him. thought i would pass that on.
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