Looking to buy a used truck

[Revanche21]

I want to get a used truck similar to the Toyota Tacoma but older

just a small truck that would be powerful enough to help friends move

problem is I don't know a damn thing about trucks

I know a good amount about cars but nothing about trucks

Any suggestions? tips? anything?

Currently drive a Civic but I kind of want to trade it in

Thanks in advance!

Revanche21 Reviewed by Revanche21 on 10-27-2008. Looking to buy a used truck I want to get a used truck similar to the Toyota Tacoma but older just a small truck that would be powerful enough to help friends move problem is I don't know a damn thing about trucks I know a good amount about cars but nothing about trucks Any suggestions? tips? anything? Rating: 5

[psychocat]

You could always opt for the indestructible Toyota Hilux

YouTube - HILUX INDESTRUCTIBLE

Look at the Wheels on That: Toyota Hilux - Auto Trader UK â?? Features - News and Reviews Hub

[stinkyattic]

Older Nissan or Toyota. They run forever (200k+ EASY) and everyone knows how to fix them.
Edit: It sounds like your FRIENDS should be buying you a used truck!:jointsmile:

[Revanche21]

Older Nissan or Toyota. They run forever (200k+ EASY) and everyone knows how to fix them.
Edit: It sounds like your FRIENDS should be buying you a used truck!:jointsmile:

hehe well truth be told I do a lot of odd jobs off craigslist and there seems to be a lot of jobs involving trucks

so what are some model names?

[psychocat]

I was serious about the Toyota Hilux man , they are so tough and reliable. :thumbsup:

[Revanche21]

I was serious about the Toyota Hilux man , they are so tough and reliable. :thumbsup:

I'll check it out

I've never even heard of a hilux?

[stinkyattic]

I can't remember what they were called before the 'Tacoma' model- why does 'SR4' stick in my head?
Go look in the Want Ads for used trucks and you will find the model name. Be aware that in high salt use regions the beds had a habit of rotting off, and if you can find one that has already had the welding done and a bed upgrade (around here, a pressure-treated wood flat bed is VERY common on late-80s Toys) you are already ahead. And obviously on a vehicle that old, judge the feel of the steering and front end whe you take it for a rip, and if it feels loose, plan to have work done or look for a different truck.

[Revanche21]

I can't remember what they were called before the 'Tacoma' model- why does 'SR4' stick in my head?
Go look in the Want Ads for used trucks and you will find the model name. Be aware that in high salt use regions the beds had a habit of rotting off, and if you can find one that has already had the welding done and a bed upgrade (around here, a pressure-treated wood flat bed is VERY common on late-80s Toys) you are already ahead. And obviously on a vehicle that old, judge the feel of the steering and front end whe you take it for a rip, and if it feels loose, plan to have work done or look for a different truck.

ok so apparently the Hi-lux turns into the 'pickup' which turns into the 'tacoma'

[flyingimam]

Hilux is among the few trucks and pickups that could perform in harsh terrain of Iran/Iraq border, mainly used by iranians and kurd rebels during the 8 year war!!!!

Last i know, it is still one of the official all-terrain vehicles of Iranian police and parts of military in deserts and mountains, so I can tell ya it works, its probably a cheaper version of landcruiser, they have been making this model for decades!!!

Toyota Hilux - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

but these things differ by market so I'm not sure how the ones in America compare, they shouldn't be worse tho lol

[SketchyTom]

Hilux Truck ... proven to be a hard working truck

i dont know if u have top gear in america but that jeremy clarkson was putting a old hilux truck through alot and it even got put ontop of a building befor it was demolished and with simple tools (they wasnt aloud to replace any part) the mechanic got the car running and driving again

so if you want a reliable truck the hilux would be a great choice