I have the 01 SR5 Tundra. We had this Truck since I was 10. Now in my Mid 30s just got it re painted and now planing time to upgrade some electronics and upgrade speakers. Leetttssss goooo another 20+ years!! it’s been “babied” @ 131233 miles on the clock.
Glad you gave an excellent Synopsis. I have a 2005 Tundra with 200K miles 1st owner. Drove it back and forth cross country twice. Yes, with a decent heavy load, there is definitely more control on the highway and seems to drive better. I am pleased that a younger generation person such as yourself is giving a very accurate description. Keep up with the great work.
Score! I don't know if you have any plans for upgrades, but if are, look for my other comment about what I did to mine. I can't recommend highly enough.
I own the 2000 Tundra Limited with 113 k on it, I love my Tundra, it's been bulletproof and has never failed me, I will never sell it, thank you for an excellent review, you covered everything and laid out all the info perfectly!!
Please share your maintenance record experience to make it last that long, I'm looking into a 2002 tundra 4.7 v8 crew cab limited with 233k miles and test drive it today and drives smooth, they're asking $5500 for it and want to know I'd it's a good deal to get or pass?
@@jbammorales5858 it was my dad’s truck. He had oil and filter changed every 3000 miles. And air filter. Had the timing belt replaced every 90000 miles. The serpentine belt was changed at its recommended interval. It’s only had two sets of spark plugs. Which is crazy. It had a couple coil packs replaced sometime after 300000 miles. Most are still original. That’s it. Oh, when they change the timing belt they would replace the water pump because it had to be removed anyway and it’s sold as a kit.
@@jbammorales5858 depending on where you live I would check the frame from stem to stern. If I could afford it I would have it stripped down and zinc coated for protection of the frame.
It's actually a 5-speed automatic. Not 4. I have the same model. I'm the original owner. 252,000 plus miles. Extremely reliable! Thanks for sharing. Purchased new for $29,000.
Thank you! I thought I mentioned that this one has the 5 speed and the older models have the 4 speed but I might've misspoken! That is wonderful to hear! I wish you many years to come!!
Yea I just bought mine a couple of months ago. 02 access cab with 156k miles and a respray for 5500 bucks. Did rotors, fixed the tailgate, painted the trim and either polished or covered the brightwork and will do timing belt, bilsteins and ball joints and exhaust manifolds. After all is said and done I’ll have a little over 6200 into a completely reliable, comfortable and capable pickup that I expect to be running when these newer trucks get tossed in the junkyard. Love this truck, makes me smile every time I see it. I love stuff that is built to last, so I obviously love Toyotas!
I own a fully loaded 2001 Tundra that I bought used with 121k mi in 2013. It now has 224k MI and still runs great! I call her Lady T😘 Getting ready to get front suspension work because Houston roads will wear it down, whether you're in military tank or a Tundra😉
Please share your maintenance record experience to make it last that long, I'm looking into a 2002 tundra 4.7 v8 crew cab limited with 233k miles and test drive it today and drives smooth, they're asking $5500 for it and want to know I'd it's a good deal to get or pass?
Bought my 04 DC Limited 2WD new. Now it has 207,000 miles. Still runs great, no rust whatsoever(being in So Cal). It actually looks pristine since I had it repainted 3 years ago and replaced all the weathered rubberized window trims and front leather seat covers. Installed new HID head lamps. Replaced the head unit with one that has wireless Apple Carplay and that brought it somewhat to the modern times. Love this truck. Very reliable. In the 20 years of ownership, I never got stranded, always started on the first try. I want to buy a new Tundra but sentiment kicks in and realize that I can’t part with my ‘04.
Great video and i learned stuff about my new truck! Just picked up a 2006 double cab sr5 trd and loving it so far. 181k miles. Getting the timing belt done as we speak. Hardly any rust on the frame. Perfect road trip and camping truck for my growing family of 4. My 2nd gen tacoma was feeling too small.
Very nice commentary on this truck. I have the 06 version of the DC SR5; purchased about 4 yrs ago. Mine has 148K on the clock and I replaced the timing belt/water pump around 10k ago. Recently, new front brakes and radio head unit. The JBL system was not replaced and I agree that the head unit could sound better, but I'm ok with how it is right now. The frame was swapped out in 2014 prior to my ownership of it. I do love travelling in this truck. I have owned two Tacos in the past and they took me east coast to west coast a few times. The Tundra is so much nicer for those longer road trips tho!
I've always had toyotas, but 4 bangers and manual tranys. Fairly recently I picked up a 2000 SR5 access cab. Upgraded the brakes and rotors (had to upsize to 17" wheels & tires) to 2017 4runner components, Bilstein 6112 5160 shocks and struts (factory height) and Hellwig FATTY sway bars front and rear. It went from being a boat to a wolf in sheeps clothing. Absolutely love it.
Perfect review of the perfect truck! We’ve owned our 1st gen since new. 2002 single cab long bed Rwd. Jade mica green (greenbean) 3.4 V6. Manual windows and locks. 8 foot bed fits sheets of plywood with bed door closed. 180,000 miles. I’m always on the look out for a 5 speed version, I’d love to add a trd supercharger to a low miles 5 speed single cab.
Just picked up an 06 limited 4x4 and love this feature. With the sunroof open and the back window down, the exposure to the wind and environment is unique and awesome. Got one with a meager 160k miles, I'm super stoked
It's October of 2024 and I have a 2004 Tundra SR5 2wd with 140,000 miles. The interior is still just as nice as it was new. It's starting to leak oil around the valve covers and it needs a tune up. Other than that it's a very nice truck. It's not my daily driver anymore, it stays in the shed. I now drive a 2020 Chevrolet Colorado LT.
Love my 98 t100 4x4 5 speed manual. Tundras are still awesome to me. But im fully invested and happy with my slow t100 with over 305k. The 3.4 is also a breeze to work on. My other ride is a lc100.
Great review! I purchased my 2000 access cab in Jan 2001 . It has been a great truck. Now has 112 k on it. In Michigan so a new frame in 2015. Its black beautiful and looks rust free ready for another 23 years.
Hi Bern. This was my first time watching one of your videos. I love car reviews. You did such a fantastic job! I can tell you are very knowledgeable on what you review. Keep up the great work. I am now a new subscriber. 🙂
I've had an 03 for the last 6 years. I just bought another 04 Tundra double cab because the first one was so amazing. It has zero body or frame rust.. I didn't even look for another truck only that one and year. They love to be driven a little hard. Mine has the 4 speed which I prefer. They both have over 200k the 03 is 281k the 04 is 244k and they both run and shift like new. the 04 drives better because of the new frame bushing and everything, but honestly even the 03 with the bad frame drives better then most new trucks.
The v8 was actually a Lexus motor when they 1st built the Tundra. I had an 03 Access Cab for 10 years, only reason I sold it is my job had me driving a horrible relocation commute and the 12mpg at $4+ per gallon gas was killing me to get a 4 runner, but my Tundra was an EXCELLENT truck.
@@BernonCars Yes, if it were re-tuned the motor to burn ethanol that they mix into the gas. Once the added that to the gas, the fuel economy dropped 1-2 MPG in my case. Had the Injectors cleaned, dealer said they looked like new. New plugs, still the same.Otherwise, it was a great truck.
Have a 2006 with 4.7 v8. 126000 miles.Runs like a top as i keep up on maintenance. Gonna replace timing belt for second time as has been 9 years since ladt belt/water pump replacement. Also, my truck starts by a key that i can replace at Home depot. No $200 fob required. I love this truck!
I own a 2006 Toyota Tundra SR5 Crewmax in blue just like the one you showed. It's 172k Mile but can tow Up to 7500 lbs and I do it taking it from the high mountain area that I live in south east Arizona to San Diego California. That's 500 miles one way. My fuel range is 275 per tank because it's towing a toy hauler trailer. The drive up the mountains in California to get to San Diego os no joke. But the tundra does it with ease. It's a great truck.
I have the 2000 Tundra SR5. I bought it just over a year ago and I absolutely love it. 222k miles which is really not much at all and it feels like it's brand new.
2100 lbs payload was fabulous on those old Tundras, all the newer Gen2 and Gen3 got cut short on payload, the older ones had stronger frames and suspensions it would seem.
I have a 06 lifted with BFG’S 18in rims regeared king coil overs single bypassing the front fox in the rear it was all built in 06 when it was bought brand new & it still works like the day I bought it, ac blows cold 🥶 no check engine light 💡 & only leaks a little bit of oil from the valve cover gaskets n that’s it 319,836k miles all it’s ever needed is gas ⛽️ brakes n oil changes well tires 🛞 of course lol but it’s a solid truck, I’ve pulled 12k lbs no problem with no engine upgrades not even a K&n air filter ❤❤❤
Great review! I had a 2003 TRD Sport that was Stratosphere Mica that I bought new. Sadly I hit black ice and rolled it. I loved that truck. I bought a used 2006 Limited after that and have had to put a lot into it due to deferred maintenance by the previous owners. I think I have all of the issues corrected now. It's a good truck but I still miss my 03.
You forgot about the luxury of a clipboard/writing tablet and a coinholder under the top front console! Plus how big the bottom of the console is for storage
Bought an 06 Tundra earlier this year. My daughter (9) asked me what the finger biter was. Turns out she had found the center console ashtray. Awesome review.
I love my 02 Tundra TRD SR5 AC Cab 4x4 w/rear end limited slip diff, & the awesome 2UZ 4.7l. My tundra now has 247k miles. Simply Could not ask for a better truck from Toyota. -Great Review🔧
Love 'em. I had a 2000 4WD Limited AC. Unfortunatly I was hit and it was totalled. I immediately bought a used 2006 SR5 AC 4WD, now at around 215,000 miles. The 2000 kept myself and mainly my wife safe, as it was struck at 55 mph on her side. I couldn't get back into one fast enough just for that fact, as well as simply loving driving these things. Seriously looking to find another with 150,000 or less while they're still around to be had, just to stay in one for many more years to come after this one finally gets old. And by now, I know how to work on them. Nobody else turns a wrench on my truck except the tire guy.😊
My friend in Cali socal just missed an 06 4x4 TRD xcab4.7 86,900 miles went for ,$25000 said it was like brand new. Double cab a too long for turning ground on small trail xcabrhebest
we inherited my wifes dads Tundra, 2005 SR5 very similar to this one. only 100K on the odometer. having a major service to replace all belts, (timing), water pump complete tune up. this truck will prob out live us as a secondary vehicle. only thing we may change is the interior to leather.
Is the door not closing properly at 3:36 a common problem? I bought a 04 double cab recently and the my door has the same problem. I thought the previous owner messed it up 🤣
my tundra made it to 295k before both ball joints gave out (one a month after true repair for the first one). Unfortunately missed the recall for the frame so the underneath was rusted pretty bad and that was my parting factor with the truck. that engine, transmission, and the smiles would’ve lasted another 200k miles easily.
My 2006 Toyota Tundra SR5 is running strong and towed a 7000 loaded toy hauler with 176k miles. Few issues if any to mention. Again minus that blue color as yours and has the hood patina which someday may be I hope to have the whole truck reshot the same color but put a bug guard on the hood. Also mine is a two-wheel drive not four-wheel drive or just why I can tow a little more weight on a crew cab model.
I used to look at the Tundra and Sequoia as a copy of the F150 and Expedition, but they did it better. Toyota did one better than Ford by offering a 32 valve DOHC as it’s base engine where Ford only offered that in the 03/4 SVT Cobra and Mark VIII. Pleasantly surprised to see four cams driven by two cam gears. I did my emissions pump and valve cover gaskets last year and I got a great look at it all.
Just wrecked my 2000 Limited. Best vehicle ever. Took lots of beatings & stayed good. May be too far gone now. I’ll get another Tundra or maybe a Tacoma.
I had two of these trucks, 05 Access Cab and 06 crew cab. Both great trucks! Only downside was the MPG, I would get about 15mpg combined. Went with a 2010 Tacoma and get 20mpg combined. Love Toyota trucks!
What im worried about is this seemingly inevitable issue with the lower ball joints. It is deadly i have seen and read stories on it. My biggest question is whether it is owner negligence either not replacing them on time or using non oem parts or if it is an inevitable issue with gen 1 tundras even with a factory new OEM LBJ. Are people driving these with the possibility of a lower ball joint failing in the back of their mind driving these daily?
Hi. Thanks. Im a subscriber. Question please... Do these Tundras come in 6 seater with the long bench seat in front ? Thanks. Anybody knowledgeable please reply soon.
I went from a '94 T100 to a Ist gen tundra and I have to say that for someone who actually needs a truck for working (I'm a stonemason) the T100 was by far the better vehicle.
I bought a used 2002 Limited with over 300k miles on it for a farm truck. Replaced radiator and timing belt. It's almost my favorite truck, tied with my 2000 Tacoma purchased new. Appears to be indestructable, it gets hard use, and when I am in the cab I am in the "lap of luxury". The truck will die before I sell it, though it will likely outlast me.
I’d love to get a first gen tundra as they are a bit roomier than the Tacomas…and cheaper while being just as reliable. However the 14mpg is a deal breaker for me as a daily driver. Still on the search for a Tacoma 1st or second gen
I am the original owner of my 2005 SR5 crew cab. I drove the snot out of it for the first three years, putting about 70,000 miles on the odometer. I later ended up buying a series of commuter cars for better gas mileage because my Tundra has never gotten better than 16 miles per gallon. In the 16 years since driving it as the occasional family hauler, I’ve only racked up about 50K more miles and she currently sits at a little under 120K. The paint is blue steel metallic, not the bright blue of yours but the more subdued color. It still sparkles and shines, save for the roof which has gotten sun-bleached and faded. Zero exterior rust (mainly due to living and driving in the southern saltless roads). The interior is cloth and looks practically new inside, save for the driver’s seat bottom (no rips). I’ve only ever done scheduled maintenance, a timing belt at around 100K, the lower ball joints and airbag replacements, which were replaced under recall. I’ve not had any other mechanical problems. She’s about to get her second Retrax bed cover, the first finally giving in after close to 15 years. I’m regularly asked if I’m interested in selling it (which, of course, I’m not) because it just sits in my driveway 5-6 days a week. I basically drive it on Fridays and weekends just to keep all the fluids going. It’s been paid off for more than 15 years and suits my needs perfectly, so I don’t see any reason to let it go. This will probably be the last pickup I’ll ever own, though I do miss my old ‘99 Tacoma sometimes (like when turning huge Tundra circles 😄). I look forward to passing “ol’ Blue” down to my daughters someday. Before too long, I’ll be able to cruise it in antique car shows. 😄. Great review of a phenomenal truck 👍🏼 👏🏼.
I have the 01 SR5 Tundra. We had this Truck since I was 10. Now in my Mid 30s just got it re painted and now planing time to upgrade some electronics and upgrade speakers. Leetttssss goooo another 20+ years!! it’s been “babied” @ 131233 miles on the clock.
Wowww sick!! I love hearing stories of people's childhood vehicles still being around!
I purchased my '06 new off the lot. This was my first full sized truck. I still own it. And at 250k miles, I'm very satisfied. Thanks.
Wow very cool! Excellent! Thanks for watching!
1st gen is the best gen :)
Agreed!!
My friend just got rid of his 1997 t-100.
Now he drives a 1997 land cruiser Prado. Turbodiesel about doubled his mileage
Whats different about the suspension? @scottishd0g87
Look under it before u buy
Glad you gave an excellent Synopsis. I have a 2005 Tundra with 200K miles 1st owner. Drove it back and forth cross country twice. Yes, with a decent heavy load, there is definitely more control on the highway and seems to drive better. I am pleased that a younger generation person such as yourself is giving a very accurate description. Keep up with the great work.
I appreciate that! I’m very glad you enjoyed!
Got a 2000 tundra for 1800$ with 182k miles this past summer. Access Cab. Love it. Hope it lasts me 10 years
Nice!! It definitely will
Score! I don't know if you have any plans for upgrades, but if are, look for my other comment about what I did to mine. I can't recommend highly enough.
That's a good deal I have a 2003 with 283k. runs great
That was a score.
I own the 2000 Tundra Limited with 113 k on it, I love my Tundra, it's been bulletproof and has never failed me, I will never sell it, thank you for an excellent review, you covered everything and laid out all the info perfectly!!
Nice, thank you sir!! I appreciate that!
V8 or v6
2001 Tundra owner. 423,000 miles. They are amazing trucks!!
Thats great!! Cheers!!
Please share your maintenance record experience to make it last that long, I'm looking into a 2002 tundra 4.7 v8 crew cab limited with 233k miles and test drive it today and drives smooth, they're asking $5500 for it and want to know I'd it's a good deal to get or pass?
@@jbammorales5858 it was my dad’s truck. He had oil and filter changed every 3000 miles. And air filter. Had the timing belt replaced every 90000 miles. The serpentine belt was changed at its recommended interval. It’s only had two sets of spark plugs. Which is crazy. It had a couple coil packs replaced sometime after 300000 miles. Most are still original. That’s it. Oh, when they change the timing belt they would replace the water pump because it had to be removed anyway and it’s sold as a kit.
@@jbammorales5858 depending on where you live I would check the frame from stem to stern. If I could afford it I would have it stripped down and zinc coated for protection of the frame.
It's actually a 5-speed automatic. Not 4. I have the same model. I'm the original owner. 252,000 plus miles. Extremely reliable! Thanks for sharing. Purchased new for $29,000.
Thank you! I thought I mentioned that this one has the 5 speed and the older models have the 4 speed but I might've misspoken!
That is wonderful to hear! I wish you many years to come!!
@BernonCars you may have, and I missed it. This is the first video I've seen from you. It's an outstanding truck. Toyota got it right with this one.
That's great! I appreciate you watching!
Yea I just bought mine a couple of months ago. 02 access cab with 156k miles and a respray for 5500 bucks. Did rotors, fixed the tailgate, painted the trim and either polished or covered the brightwork and will do timing belt, bilsteins and ball joints and exhaust manifolds. After all is said and done I’ll have a little over 6200 into a completely reliable, comfortable and capable pickup that I expect to be running when these newer trucks get tossed in the junkyard. Love this truck, makes me smile every time I see it. I love stuff that is built to last, so I obviously love Toyotas!
That’s cool man! Enjoy it!!
Trucks peaked in the mid 2000s. Now we have cell phones on wheels.
Seriously!
I own a fully loaded 2001 Tundra that I bought used with 121k mi in 2013. It now has 224k MI and still runs great! I call her Lady T😘 Getting ready to get front suspension work because Houston roads will wear it down, whether you're in military tank or a Tundra😉
Ohh woww what a great find! That's exciting, she'll feel like a whole new truck!
Great truck review. I love my 01 Tundra. Currently 300k miles and running strong
Thank you! That’s great!
Please share your maintenance record experience to make it last that long, I'm looking into a 2002 tundra 4.7 v8 crew cab limited with 233k miles and test drive it today and drives smooth, they're asking $5500 for it and want to know I'd it's a good deal to get or pass?
This is probably the most thorough video on the first gen Tundra on TH-cam.
Thank you very much for making it! Well done!
Thank you very much!
Bought my 04 DC Limited 2WD new. Now it has 207,000 miles. Still runs great, no rust whatsoever(being in So Cal). It actually looks pristine since I had it repainted 3 years ago and replaced all the weathered rubberized window trims and front leather seat covers. Installed new HID head lamps. Replaced the head unit with one that has wireless Apple Carplay and that brought it somewhat to the modern times. Love this truck. Very reliable. In the 20 years of ownership, I never got stranded, always started on the first try. I want to buy a new Tundra but sentiment kicks in and realize that I can’t part with my ‘04.
Sweeet! That's great to hear. You absolutely shouldn't get rid of it!!
Great video and i learned stuff about my new truck! Just picked up a 2006 double cab sr5 trd and loving it so far. 181k miles. Getting the timing belt done as we speak. Hardly any rust on the frame. Perfect road trip and camping truck for my growing family of 4. My 2nd gen tacoma was feeling too small.
Right on! Thanks for watching!
Enjoyed your video. I am picking up my 06 SR5 4WD this week. Excited about it.
That's great!! I hope you enjoy it!
Very nice commentary on this truck. I have the 06 version of the DC SR5; purchased about 4 yrs ago. Mine has 148K on the clock and I replaced the timing belt/water pump around 10k ago. Recently, new front brakes and radio head unit. The JBL system was not replaced and I agree that the head unit could sound better, but I'm ok with how it is right now. The frame was swapped out in 2014 prior to my ownership of it. I do love travelling in this truck. I have owned two Tacos in the past and they took me east coast to west coast a few times. The Tundra is so much nicer for those longer road trips tho!
Thank you! Nice, good milesge! Yeah they really are sooo nice on the highway!
I've always had toyotas, but 4 bangers and manual tranys. Fairly recently I picked up a 2000 SR5 access cab. Upgraded the brakes and rotors (had to upsize to 17" wheels & tires) to 2017 4runner components, Bilstein 6112 5160 shocks and struts (factory height) and Hellwig FATTY sway bars front and rear. It went from being a boat to a wolf in sheeps clothing. Absolutely love it.
Nice! Good to know!
Great video. Still have my 05’ Tundra double cab SR5 4x4. 140k miles. Wouldn’t trade for anything! Great truck. Keep up the good work!
Thank you much! That's great to hear!!
Perfect review of the perfect truck! We’ve owned our 1st gen since new. 2002 single cab long bed Rwd. Jade mica green (greenbean) 3.4 V6. Manual windows and locks. 8 foot bed fits sheets of plywood with bed door closed. 180,000 miles. I’m always on the look out for a 5 speed version, I’d love to add a trd supercharger to a low miles 5 speed single cab.
A proper work truck, love that!
Thanks Bern I now have a 2006 Tundra and I am happy with it!
I’m happy to hear that!!
Just FYI, the roll down rear window is only available on the double or crew cab Tundra.
Ahh thanks for letting me know!
Just picked up an 06 limited 4x4 and love this feature. With the sunroof open and the back window down, the exposure to the wind and environment is unique and awesome. Got one with a meager 160k miles, I'm super stoked
It's October of 2024 and I have a 2004 Tundra SR5 2wd with 140,000 miles. The interior is still just as nice as it was new. It's starting to leak oil around the valve covers and it needs a tune up. Other than that it's a very nice truck. It's not my daily driver anymore, it stays in the shed. I now drive a 2020 Chevrolet Colorado LT.
Very nice!!
Love my 98 t100 4x4 5 speed manual. Tundras are still awesome to me. But im fully invested and happy with my slow t100 with over 305k. The 3.4 is also a breeze to work on. My other ride is a lc100.
Solid truck!! I’d love to review a T100 one day
I got my 2000 Tundra SR5 in August 1999. I have 165000 miles on it.
Woww congrats!
Always wanted one. Love videos about this truck, such a legend. Thank you as always Bern
I’m glad you enjoyed my friend
A truck worth owning for sure!
Great review! I purchased my 2000 access cab in Jan 2001 . It has been a great truck. Now has 112 k on it. In Michigan so a new frame in 2015. Its black beautiful and looks rust free ready for another 23 years.
Wow sweeet!! Yeah I wish you many years to come with it!
i honestly enjoyed this entire video. keep up the good work brotha
I appreciate that thank you!
Hi Bern. This was my first time watching one of your videos. I love car reviews. You did such a fantastic job! I can tell you are very knowledgeable on what you review. Keep up the great work. I am now a new subscriber. 🙂
Welcome!! Thank you!
Still have my 00 tundra limited trd acc cab. Kinda wished it was double cab but I'm never getting rid of it.
Nice! You know, I like having the double cab around, but if I was to get one I'd get an access cab haha
Great video. Picked up my 1st Tundra (2019 1794 4x4) in June 2020. Love it. But my 2005 V8 Ltd drives way nicer as its got the air ride suspension..
Thank you! Nice!! A solid rig. Ohhh aftermarket air ride?
Great video once again.
@@BernonCars No. Stock suspension. Was an option on the 2004 an up. Very rear
I've had an 03 for the last 6 years. I just bought another 04 Tundra double cab because the first one was so amazing. It has zero body or frame rust.. I didn't even look for another truck only that one and year. They love to be driven a little hard. Mine has the 4 speed which I prefer. They both have over 200k the 03 is 281k the 04 is 244k and they both run and shift like new. the 04 drives better because of the new frame bushing and everything, but honestly even the 03 with the bad frame drives better then most new trucks.
Nice! Yeah they’re such good trucks, enjoy them both!
Oh I will! Been driving it all over the place 😁@@BernonCars
The v8 was actually a Lexus motor when they 1st built the Tundra.
I had an 03 Access Cab for 10 years, only reason I sold it is my job had me driving a horrible relocation commute and the 12mpg at $4+ per gallon gas was killing me to get a 4 runner, but my Tundra was an EXCELLENT truck.
Ahh yeah from the LX! Damn, would you get back into one?
@@BernonCars Yes, if it were re-tuned the motor to burn ethanol that they mix into the gas. Once the added that to the gas, the fuel economy dropped 1-2 MPG in my case. Had the Injectors cleaned, dealer said they looked like new. New plugs, still the same.Otherwise, it was a great truck.
Have a 2006 with 4.7 v8. 126000 miles.Runs like a top as i keep up on maintenance. Gonna replace timing belt for second time as has been 9 years since ladt belt/water pump replacement.
Also, my truck starts by a key that i can replace at Home depot. No $200 fob required.
I love this truck!
Nice!! That thing will last you a lifetime!
Going to look at an 06 tundra limited for 3500 with 243k miles. My mechanic said dont buy someone else's problems. I think im still going to do it 😂
Hell yeah!! I would still do it too hahaha
I own a 2006 Toyota Tundra SR5 Crewmax in blue just like the one you showed. It's 172k Mile but can tow Up to 7500 lbs and I do it taking it from the high mountain area that I live in south east Arizona to San Diego California. That's 500 miles one way. My fuel range is 275 per tank because it's towing a toy hauler trailer. The drive up the mountains in California to get to San Diego os no joke. But the tundra does it with ease. It's a great truck.
Very nice!
Forgot to mention that the truck is only 2 wheel drive. And because of that it's able to tow 5 hundred pounds more. My toy hauler carries the UTV.
@jad67jd oh interesting!!
You are able to use more of the torque of the rear wheel drive unit due to the fact that the four-wheel drive You split the power. And it weighs more.
I have the 2000 Tundra SR5. I bought it just over a year ago and I absolutely love it. 222k miles which is really not much at all and it feels like it's brand new.
Nice. That's great! It'll give you many years
02 tundra , still daily driven , dependable , loved .
Nice!
05 tundra sr5 4x4 metallic green (the best color) was my fathers.
124,000 miles. Will never sell it. My only complaint, the darn turning radius!
Nice! They look sharp in green. LOL very true, they turn so wide!
A really good review. Keep up the good work!
Thank you very much!!
2100 lbs payload was fabulous on those old Tundras, all the newer Gen2 and Gen3 got cut short on payload, the older ones had stronger frames and suspensions it would seem.
Yeah right! Much better back then
Great review. Thanks for posting this video.
Thank you I appreciate that!
Just bought an 06 with 160k it’s freaking mint . I’m so hyped
Nice!!!
I have a 06 lifted with BFG’S 18in rims regeared king coil overs single bypassing the front fox in the rear it was all built in 06 when it was bought brand new & it still works like the day I bought it, ac blows cold 🥶 no check engine light 💡 & only leaks a little bit of oil from the valve cover gaskets n that’s it 319,836k miles all it’s ever needed is gas ⛽️ brakes n oil changes well tires 🛞 of course lol but it’s a solid truck, I’ve pulled 12k lbs no problem with no engine upgrades not even a K&n air filter ❤❤❤
Great review! I had a 2003 TRD Sport that was Stratosphere Mica that I bought new. Sadly I hit black ice and rolled it. I loved that truck. I bought a used 2006 Limited after that and have had to put a lot into it due to deferred maintenance by the previous owners. I think I have all of the issues corrected now. It's a good truck but I still miss my 03.
Thank you! Damn! The one that got away. The Limited is real nice! Enjoy!
You forgot about the luxury of a clipboard/writing tablet and a coinholder under the top front console! Plus how big the bottom of the console is for storage
I can’t believe I forgot!!
Bought an 06 Tundra earlier this year. My daughter (9) asked me what the finger biter was. Turns out she had found the center console ashtray. Awesome review.
Thanks man! Nice, haha that’s funny 😂
I love my 02 Tundra TRD SR5 AC Cab 4x4 w/rear end limited slip diff, & the awesome 2UZ 4.7l.
My tundra now has 247k miles. Simply Could not ask for a better truck from Toyota.
-Great Review🔧
Thank you! Nice, perfect truck!
Love 'em. I had a 2000 4WD Limited AC. Unfortunatly I was hit and it was totalled. I immediately bought a used 2006 SR5 AC 4WD, now at around 215,000 miles. The 2000 kept myself and mainly my wife safe, as it was struck at 55 mph on her side. I couldn't get back into one fast enough just for that fact, as well as simply loving driving these things. Seriously looking to find another with 150,000 or less while they're still around to be had, just to stay in one for many more years to come after this one finally gets old. And by now, I know how to work on them. Nobody else turns a wrench on my truck except the tire guy.😊
I’m glad you’ve stayed with the first gen!! I wish you luck on finding a nice one, they’re out there! Thanks for stopping by!
I have an 05 tundra 4x4 double cab with a touch over 150k in near excellent condition if you're interested
Absolutely love these trucks! I’ve got a v6 5 speed and a v8 automatic.
Nice!! That's great!!
2006 Tundra V8 SR5 4wd access cab TRD, had since new, few problems. 224k miles
That is excellent!
Got a 1st gen tundra and 7th gen accord!
Nice!!!
My favorite is the regular cab/ 8' bed.
A proper work truck!
Awesome. Can you please do a gen1 sequoia review!?
I will certainly try!!
My friend in Cali socal just missed an 06 4x4 TRD xcab4.7 86,900 miles went for ,$25000 said it was like brand new. Double cab a too long for turning ground on small trail xcabrhebest
Damn! Literally a new truck! Better than new ones even hha
I love these trucks!
05,06 models had the 5sp automatic transmission.
I don't intend to depart with 20:45 my 2006 Double cab no time soon 😅 It still hasn't done 60,000 as yet!!!
Wowww thats brand new!!
we inherited my wifes dads Tundra, 2005 SR5 very similar to this one. only 100K on the odometer. having a major service to replace all belts, (timing), water pump complete tune up. this truck will prob out live us as a secondary vehicle. only thing we may change is the interior to leather.
Nice!! I wish you luck with it! It’ll serve you well for sure
Nice review, subscribed! Debating between a 1st gen nissan titan and this gen tundra.
Thanks for the sub!! Good choices with both, I believe the Titan of that era is pretty good!
Is the door not closing properly at 3:36 a common problem? I bought a 04 double cab recently and the my door has the same problem. I thought the previous owner messed it up 🤣
LOL that's funny, I think it's the hinges that are bent!
Wasn’t expecting a fuckin banger of an intro song, damn ❤
Hell yeah 😆🙏🏾
I have a 2006 the dash cup holders when in use with the right drink will bounce and turn off/on the AC😂
LOL!! 🤣🤣
Very nice. 5SP in 2005.
Right!
Love my first gen. They are fun vehicles to drive. And thats coming from someone who's previous car was a 2017 subaru brz lol
Hell yeah haha
if all goes right. picking up my 2006 tundra SR5 tomorrow. 🖖
Nice! Hopefully you have it!
got it. very very good condition.@@BernonCars
@steveasher9239 woohoo!! That’s great to hear!
I have 2004 Double cab SR5 4x4 it kinda needs a paint job but I did touch ups with rustoleum lol
Haha right on I did the same with my old Tacoma
my tundra made it to 295k before both ball joints gave out (one a month after true repair for the first one). Unfortunately missed the recall for the frame so the underneath was rusted pretty bad and that was my parting factor with the truck. that engine, transmission, and the smiles would’ve lasted another 200k miles easily.
Damn, yeah it would've! Hope you get into another one day
If Toyota ever decided to remake these, hotcakes!
Seriously!! RIP V8!
My 2006 Toyota Tundra SR5 is running strong and towed a 7000 loaded toy hauler with 176k miles. Few issues if any to mention. Again minus that blue color as yours and has the hood patina which someday may be I hope to have the whole truck reshot the same color but put a bug guard on the hood. Also mine is a two-wheel drive not four-wheel drive or just why I can tow a little more weight on a crew cab model.
Ohh nice! Fantastic! And you've got plenty of miles to go!!!
I used to look at the Tundra and Sequoia as a copy of the F150 and Expedition, but they did it better. Toyota did one better than Ford by offering a 32 valve DOHC as it’s base engine where Ford only offered that in the 03/4 SVT Cobra and Mark VIII. Pleasantly surprised to see four cams driven by two cam gears. I did my emissions pump and valve cover gaskets last year and I got a great look at it all.
I absolutely agree, a much more solid era!
Love my Gen2 5.7 crew max but 1st gen in solid
Nice! Yeah the 5.7 is a beast too
My 4wd 2004 sequoia is my baby
Good truck!
love my 21 tacomaaaaaaaa keeping it foreverrrrr
Foreverrrrrrrrr
231,000 miles on mine. No new truck for me. Loving my 2006. I’ve seen 450,000 miles or more on that 4.7 engine
Nice! Oh yeah, it's a life long truck for sure
I have an 01 with 375k. Works great
That's great! Cheers!
It is true that Toyota makes a respectable engine
Just wrecked my 2000 Limited. Best vehicle ever. Took lots of beatings & stayed good. May be too far gone now. I’ll get another Tundra or maybe a Tacoma.
Damn, I’m sorry to hear that! I wish you luck on your next truck!
Why would you want to get rid of the running boards?
Because I don't like them! LOL
@@BernonCars I think trucks look better with them, it's also easier to get in and out with them
Well done.
Thank you!
Love my 02
Right on
I had two of these trucks, 05 Access Cab and 06 crew cab. Both great trucks! Only downside was the MPG, I would get about 15mpg combined. Went with a 2010 Tacoma and get 20mpg combined. Love Toyota trucks!
Nice! Yeah they’re thirsty but dependable!!
What im worried about is this seemingly inevitable issue with the lower ball joints. It is deadly i have seen and read stories on it. My biggest question is whether it is owner negligence either not replacing them on time or using non oem parts or if it is an inevitable issue with gen 1 tundras even with a factory new OEM LBJ. Are people driving these with the possibility of a lower ball joint failing in the back of their mind driving these daily?
Yeah same with the 1st Gen Tacoma. As soon as you go OEM you’re fine for a good little while. Most people just run em with bad LBJ’s
@@BernonCars thanks man and love your professional demeanor.
Which years offered manual transmissions?
2000-2006! Only in base trim with the 3.4/4.0 V6
I loved my T100 although I killed two engines in it, I would buy it and drive it again if I could
They’re great trucks
Yo man was that you doing those Lexus reviews on redline reviews channel?? Awesome man great to see you moving up!!
Yeah man!! Thank you sir! Im glad you found me 😂
I want to get a 1st geb tundra so bad!
I hope you can get one one day!
The whale will always have a place in my heart 🥰
Me too man me too
critics from USNewsWorldReport dissed the 2nd gen as looking like a whale, but I think it was the best looking truck every made.
1st gen sequoia here. Does anyone know if new Tacoma running board fit first gen tundra/sequoia?
Hi.
Thanks.
Im a subscriber.
Question please...
Do these Tundras come in 6 seater with the long bench seat in front ?
Thanks.
Anybody knowledgeable please reply soon.
Thank you for following!
Some versions do! I don't believe the full cab gets the front bench seat though! Single and Extended Cab
I went from a '94 T100 to a Ist gen tundra and I have to say that for someone who actually needs a truck for working (I'm a stonemason) the T100 was by far the better vehicle.
Interesting! What made it better for you?
I bought a used 2002 Limited with over 300k miles on it for a farm truck. Replaced radiator and timing belt. It's almost my favorite truck, tied with my 2000 Tacoma purchased new. Appears to be indestructable, it gets hard use, and when I am in the cab I am in the "lap of luxury". The truck will die before I sell it, though it will likely outlast me.
Nice, what a unit. They’re so dependable!
I’d love to get a first gen tundra as they are a bit roomier than the Tacomas…and cheaper while being just as reliable. However the 14mpg is a deal breaker for me as a daily driver. Still on the search for a Tacoma 1st or second gen
Yeahh these things are total pigs!
I’m keeping my 2019 (2nd Gen) Tundra 1794 till the wheels fall off!… long live the V8. 😊
Totally keep it!
I know I requested this video but… I found a good deal on a GX470 and bought that. 😅
It’s just harder to find one of these in good shape because people really did work with them.
LOL, I don’t blame you, theyre sweet af too!
Just bought a 2005 double cab with 201k miles, hopefully will last me next 5 years !
Nice! It’ll last you longer!
We still have our 2002 tundra since we bought it new. 112k miles. Only major flaws with these trucks are the frames
Daaaang, low miles!!
Purchased new in 02, now at 270k miles.
Nice!!
I have the 2005. Are there any options for tailgate assist? Anyone?
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One day I would like to!
I am the original owner of my 2005 SR5 crew cab. I drove the snot out of it for the first three years, putting about 70,000 miles on the odometer.
I later ended up buying a series of commuter cars for better gas mileage because my Tundra has never gotten better than 16 miles per gallon.
In the 16 years since driving it as the occasional family hauler, I’ve only racked up about 50K more miles and she currently sits at a little under 120K.
The paint is blue steel metallic, not the bright blue of yours but the more subdued color. It still sparkles and shines, save for the roof which has gotten sun-bleached and faded. Zero exterior rust (mainly due to living and driving in the southern saltless roads).
The interior is cloth and looks practically new inside, save for the driver’s seat bottom (no rips).
I’ve only ever done scheduled maintenance, a timing belt at around 100K, the lower ball joints and airbag replacements, which were replaced under recall. I’ve not had any other mechanical problems.
She’s about to get her second Retrax bed cover, the first finally giving in after close to 15 years.
I’m regularly asked if I’m interested in selling it (which, of course, I’m not) because it just sits in my driveway 5-6 days a week. I basically drive it on Fridays and weekends just to keep all the fluids going. It’s been paid off for more than 15 years and suits my needs perfectly, so I don’t see any reason to let it go.
This will probably be the last pickup I’ll ever own, though I do miss my old ‘99 Tacoma sometimes (like when turning huge Tundra circles 😄).
I look forward to passing “ol’ Blue” down to my daughters someday. Before too long, I’ll be able to cruise it in antique car shows. 😄.
Great review of a phenomenal truck 👍🏼 👏🏼.
Thank you for stopping by! I wish you many years with your truck!