I got a 2.7 liter 2021. My opinion is its the best option since it has all the facelift features as well as a bullet proof engine thats been used since 05. No gear hunting. Its black, 4 door, and my daily. It was my dads when he bought it brand new in December 2020 and he passed away 1 year later. I think about him every time I start it up and I know he is in Gods house, a much better place than earth. Happy Holy Week my friend!
My father purchased the original Toyota pickup truck back in 1976 at Bob Jones Toyota in Anaheim California when I was growing up, I still remember that pickup very well, This was long before they called them Tacoma
Awesome video as always my friend. I've been a huge fan of Toyota trucks since that legendary Black Toyota pickup featured in Back to the Future. Hilarious cut scenes as well lol love it!
In my opinion the 2nd gen Tacoma is the perfect middle-ground between the old-school classic trucks of the 90s while still giving some creature comforts like a backup camera & screen. I have a 2015 and love that it still drives like a solid body-on-frame vehicle. While the 3rd generation Tacomas are great, don’t get me wrong, I prefer the more simpler mechanical components and smaller footprints of the 1st/2nd gens. Regardless, they are good vehicles.
Yeah, that’s fair. My truck was pre-owned, was barely even driven before I got it. I’ve looked around the frame and it seems fine. But it is a good idea to keep up with rust-protection. Thankfully the 2015 was at the tail-end of the 2nd gen so by then Toyota was making sure that they were at least better protected then the earlier 2nd gens. If I had like a 2005-2009 I would be a little more concerned.
@@Turtlemilk which generation do you think are ugly? I think the 3rd gen look ok-ish, but everyone’s got an opinion. Definitely an acquired taste with some years.
Awesome video and that you are a Christian. Keep the videos coming. I own a 2007 Toyota Tundra Crew Max with the 5.7 V8. I also owned a 2003 Toyota Tacoma with the Off Road package with the 3.4 V6. I had to sell this truck to get the Tundra because I have a 32 ft travel trailer. I really miss my Tacoma.
On my 3rd toyota Truck...learned to drive on the Hi lux...Also known as the RN22 ...Drove it till 300K and then it went to someone...then in 98 i got a 96 with 30k ...sold it in 2008 after 240k added miles...completely still running well...now this year i have a 2013 TRD Sport...love it...will keep it forever...great video
Bought a 2023 Tacoma leftover in Feb of this year. Has The 2.7 4 banger which runs strong and gets great gas mileage. Cool video and keep the faith my brother!😎👍
I got a 2004 Tacoma and I love it, yes it’s old but to me it’s the best looking of the gens. I like the strong metal bumpers compared to the fragile plastic newer gens. My only downside it’s not a 4WD but since I moved to Vegas from Hawaii I won’t be doing any serious off roading anymore anyway so it doesn’t really matter other than that I love my truck. 🛻 🙌
@@chadwells7562 there’s is plenty off-roading to do here in Vegas but unlike Hawaii where I needed 4WD to get to certain camping spots, surf spots, or beaches. I can get by with 2wd for now, especially with doing donuts and light trails. Me and my family moved for different experiences and opportunities. I can take my family across the country without flying which you can’t experience in Hawaii. There’s also a lot more the mainland provides.
Amen brother! My 2023 Sport has not had any issues with gear hunting. Of course I’m only a thousand miles in so I’ll humbly accept your prayers and/or good wishes with that!
Isaac, great video. the funniest one by far that I have seen. That was a great history lesson on the Toyota truck line up. You should do more of them. Matt 18:4 Stay Strong and Encouraged.
In 78 my grandpa bought a Hilux pickup and a Corolla. Both were White with Tan vinyl flooring and seats. In 80, my dad bought a Hilux 4WD Long Bed. In 84 I bought an extra cab 4WD (that one had a bad transmission but was covered under warranty. I also had an 88 2WD and after well over 300K miles it was time to replace it. So I bought a Ford Ranger. I had a total of 4 Ranger’s over a 30 year period. Last month (February 29th: Leap Year) I bought a slightly used (6K mile) 23 TRD Off Road, Premium pkg and a 6’ bed. I only drive 5-6K miles per year so at my age, my Tacoma will be the Last pickup I’ll ever need to own.
@@AlphaShark It’s White, but after I have the TRD Red Leather with black trim and stitching seats installed by Katzkin, then I’m having the lower exterior body panels repainted with Barcelona Red metallic. I have some of the knobs and trim pieces overlayed with TRD Red. I think my 23 TRD will look great when I’m done with it. The first week that I bought it I installed a K&N cold air intake and a FlowMaster Flow FX dual exhaust. Next year I’ll have the Overland Tailor Tune installed. Lastly I’m thinking about Centerline wheels I had a FlowMaster single exhaust system installed on my last pickup. The Flow FX dual exhaust has a deep throaty sound and sounds nicely on both the 3.5L V6 and the 2.7L 4cyl. I had a Borla dual exhaust on my 2010 Tundra, but the Flowmaster sounds better on the V6. That’s my opinion anyway.
Please will you pray for my uncle. He has cancer. Also I have a 2007 toyota tacoma access cab trd sport 4x4 4.0L V6 automatic. It's been a great truck.
Great video. I have owned Tacoma’s in the past and had same issue with auto transmission. However i loved that truck. My favorite was a 2020 TRD sport. Wish is did not sell that one.
Yes, the 2023 still has the ever searching for a gear transmission. Two people at myToyota dealership, a service writer and salesman, told me to get an OTT tune on it to fix it. I don't think you should have to spend $450 to get a new truck to drive like a vehicle should.
The 2023,14,&15 gen 2’s are the best Tacomas to buy. Best headlights. Best motor. Best transmission. Best interior noise of Gen 2. Gen 3 motor and transmission are garbage.
I have a 2022 and they have absolutely NOT fixed the gear hunting. Its maddening on cruise control how it bumps between gears at a constant speed and inclination
I guess the three as a joke because I thought that it would have gone like at least a hundred but no I was actually lower by one so technically he was wrong it was higher than I thought
1996 was the first "Tacoma" not 1995. I own both. The 1996 has a different more rounded front end and a 3.4L engine with Tacoma badges. The 1995 had a more square front end which looked better but was equipped with the ever slow 3.0L engine with no badges. I don't understand why they consider the 95 the first Tacoma. It's not. Its the last Toyota pickup.
Thank u for this video I'm buying the ultimate truck to travel America, I'm Mexican born in LA and I've been dying to leave it's so much filth here and I was thinking of getting a new one but the second model I feel is more reliable and sturdy doesn't rely on computer chips to much I will be living out of it so I think I'll make the right choice cause of this video thanks bro 🫱🏽🫲🏻
I got a 2.7 liter 2021. My opinion is its the best option since it has all the facelift features as well as a bullet proof engine thats been used since 05. No gear hunting. Its black, 4 door, and my daily. It was my dads when he bought it brand new in December 2020 and he passed away 1 year later. I think about him every time I start it up and I know he is in Gods house, a much better place than earth. Happy Holy Week my friend!
love my first gen taco
😂😂😂😂 taco
@@Adoni-san its my cute little taco truck :D
My father purchased the original Toyota pickup truck back in 1976 at Bob Jones Toyota in Anaheim California when I was growing up, I still remember that pickup very well, This was long before they called them Tacoma
Ok so I didn't expect to have this much fun watching this video. Lol some of those skits had me rolling. New sub. Quality stuff guys.
Thanks dude! It's always my goal to make people laugh a little more than they thought they would in all of my reviews!
Awesome video as always my friend. I've been a huge fan of Toyota trucks since that legendary Black Toyota pickup featured in Back to the Future. Hilarious cut scenes as well lol love it!
Thank you Tofer!
In my opinion the 2nd gen Tacoma is the perfect middle-ground between the old-school classic trucks of the 90s while still giving some creature comforts like a backup camera & screen. I have a 2015 and love that it still drives like a solid body-on-frame vehicle. While the 3rd generation Tacomas are great, don’t get me wrong, I prefer the more simpler mechanical components and smaller footprints of the 1st/2nd gens. Regardless, they are good vehicles.
Just watch for rust
Yeah, that’s fair. My truck was pre-owned, was barely even driven before I got it. I’ve looked around the frame and it seems fine. But it is a good idea to keep up with rust-protection. Thankfully the 2015 was at the tail-end of the 2nd gen so by then Toyota was making sure that they were at least better protected then the earlier 2nd gens. If I had like a 2005-2009 I would be a little more concerned.
It’s the ugliest yeah
@@Turtlemilk which generation do you think are ugly? I think the 3rd gen look ok-ish, but everyone’s got an opinion. Definitely an acquired taste with some years.
I think it depends on the trim for any generation.
AGAIN! I watch your videos to see whats up with the Tacoma's and get a bonus script at the end. I like that. Keep it up!
I'm always gonna be doin' scripture! A little bonus for every video!
Awesome video and that you are a Christian. Keep the videos coming. I own a 2007 Toyota Tundra Crew Max with the 5.7 V8. I also owned a 2003 Toyota Tacoma with the Off Road package with the 3.4 V6. I had to sell this truck to get the Tundra because I have a 32 ft travel trailer. I really miss my Tacoma.
On my 3rd toyota Truck...learned to drive on the Hi lux...Also known as the RN22 ...Drove it till 300K and then it went to someone...then in 98 i got a 96 with 30k ...sold it in 2008 after 240k added miles...completely still running well...now this year i have a 2013 TRD Sport...love it...will keep it forever...great video
I still personally think the tacomas are the most appealing visually truck on the market
i had a 1994 truck 22RE 5spd manual reg cab crank windows w/ no a/c and it was great..
Great video! Informative and entertaining without going too long.
Thank you! I tried to keep it under 20, I know our attention spans can be very limited nowadays.
I have the 2005 Tacoma PreRunner and love it! We bought it used with only 80k miles and have had only some small issues.
Bought a 2023 Tacoma leftover in Feb of this year. Has The 2.7 4 banger which runs strong and gets great gas mileage. Cool video and keep the faith my brother!😎👍
Good video!
Thanks Tim!
Nice! Great video sir. You have a new subscriber!
I got a 2004 Tacoma and I love it, yes it’s old but to me it’s the best looking of the gens. I like the strong metal bumpers compared to the fragile plastic newer gens. My only downside it’s not a 4WD but since I moved to Vegas from Hawaii I won’t be doing any serious off roading anymore anyway so it doesn’t really matter other than that I love my truck. 🛻 🙌
Plenty of off-roading to be had in Las Vegas… and of course there’d be a dude in these comments from Hawaii to moved to Vegas 😂
@@chadwells7562 there’s is plenty off-roading to do here in Vegas but unlike Hawaii where I needed 4WD to get to certain camping spots, surf spots, or beaches. I can get by with 2wd for now, especially with doing donuts and light trails.
Me and my family moved for different experiences and opportunities. I can take my family across the country without flying which you can’t experience in Hawaii. There’s also a lot more the mainland provides.
Amen brother! My 2023 Sport has not had any issues with gear hunting. Of course I’m only a thousand miles in so I’ll humbly accept your prayers and/or good wishes with that!
I love Toyota trucks, not just Tacoma! So good
Glad to see Ryan Reynolds is doing well with his vehicle reviews after the T-Mobile deal.
Great video! Hilarious Lol! More Tacoma videos please! 🙏
You got it!
Great video - can’t wait to see info on the new/upcoming Tacoma!
Me too! We're close, it's been teased twice now. I would think it'll be in the next month or so.
Came for the review. Subscribed for the prayer request. Thank you!
Great video. I love your humor. And I love my Tacoma! Edit: Aldo, thank you for the scripture at the end. Another reason I love your channel. 🙌
History of Tacoma in three words. 1st gen, 2nd gen, 3rd gen :)
isn't 1st gen technically two words on it's own? Like wouldn't it be six words?
Isaac, great video. the funniest one by far that I have seen. That was a great history lesson on the Toyota truck line up. You should do more of them. Matt 18:4 Stay Strong and Encouraged.
Thank you!
Great video. God bless you brother...
I came for the Tacoma info, and stayed for the funny skits 😃🙌
I just saw a Stout on Marketplace last night. It’s interesting to hear how uncommon they are!
love my 21 tacomaaaa best gen
Great Tacoma history lesson and review. You earned yourself a subscribe from us!
Good job done
In 78 my grandpa bought a Hilux pickup and a Corolla. Both were White with Tan vinyl flooring and seats.
In 80, my dad bought a Hilux 4WD Long Bed.
In 84 I bought an extra cab 4WD (that one had a bad transmission but was covered under warranty.
I also had an 88 2WD and after well over 300K miles it was time to replace it. So I bought a Ford Ranger.
I had a total of 4 Ranger’s over a 30 year period.
Last month (February 29th: Leap Year) I bought a slightly used (6K mile) 23 TRD Off Road, Premium pkg and a 6’ bed.
I only drive 5-6K miles per year so at my age, my Tacoma will be the Last pickup I’ll ever need to own.
That’s awesome! It is a great Truck! I’m sure you love the TRD, what color??
@@AlphaShark It’s White, but after I have the TRD Red Leather with black trim and stitching seats installed by Katzkin, then I’m having the lower exterior body panels repainted with Barcelona Red metallic.
I have some of the knobs and trim pieces overlayed with TRD Red.
I think my 23 TRD will look great when I’m done with it.
The first week that I bought it I installed a K&N cold air intake and a FlowMaster Flow FX dual exhaust.
Next year I’ll have the Overland Tailor Tune installed.
Lastly I’m thinking about Centerline wheels
I had a FlowMaster single exhaust system installed on my last pickup.
The Flow FX dual exhaust has a deep throaty sound and sounds nicely on both the 3.5L V6 and the 2.7L 4cyl.
I had a Borla dual exhaust on my 2010 Tundra, but the Flowmaster sounds better on the V6. That’s my opinion anyway.
Please will you pray for my uncle. He has cancer. Also I have a 2007 toyota tacoma access cab trd sport 4x4 4.0L V6 automatic. It's been a great truck.
Great video. I have owned Tacoma’s in the past and had same issue with auto transmission. However i loved that truck. My favorite was a 2020 TRD sport. Wish is did not sell that one.
Yes, the 2023 still has the ever searching for a gear transmission. Two people at myToyota dealership, a service writer and salesman, told me to get an OTT tune on it to fix it. I don't think you should have to spend $450 to get a new truck to drive like a vehicle should.
You should do this for the 4runner…God Bless!
I saw the Toyota Hilux all over Panama when I was down their for a humanitarian mission a few years back.
"I'm not sure what to do with my hands"
- Ricky Bobby
Seriously great video just joking
The 2023,14,&15 gen 2’s are the best Tacomas to buy. Best headlights. Best motor. Best transmission. Best interior noise of Gen 2. Gen 3 motor and transmission are garbage.
Aye bro, pray for me that the Lord will fix my heart upon him.
Great vid nonetheless!
Of course Justin!
I lost it when the ridgeline teared up
Took me so long to get that shot, so proud of it.
I REALLY appreciated the bible verse at the end. God bless 🙏🏼✝️
I took mine in around 2011 for the frame issue they said it looked great and now my frame has holes in it and the shock mount broke off lol
Oh my word!
ngl never thought i would see a ridgeline ever mentioned with tacoma in somewhat positive light
Neither did I
Is that lancaster bible college shirt i noticed 😮
Buddy, we filmed this whole video AT Lancaster Bible College haha.
Amen
I’m watching this hoping to learn enough. I’d love my first car to be a Toyota Tacoma but having no money hurts. They’re so expensive too.
They are incredibly expensive
I have a 2022 and they have absolutely NOT fixed the gear hunting. Its maddening on cruise control how it bumps between gears at a constant speed and inclination
12:17 I wouldn't want any of that nanny junk on my truck..
I guess the three as a joke because I thought that it would have gone like at least a hundred but no I was actually lower by one so technically he was wrong it was higher than I thought
I have a 2019 voodoo blue trdpro with the manual transmission. I think it might be a blue unicorn? 💙 🦄 🤷♂️
Now do a history of the Tundra
Maybe someday!
Prayers for our Country... it's falling apart!
But God is still on the throne!
Donute media would be proud of this video.
Josh that's the highest honor you could bequeath to me.
What about the T100
The T100 is technically a full size truck, if I ever do a history of the Tundra I would mention it there
1996 was the first "Tacoma" not 1995. I own both. The 1996 has a different more rounded front end and a 3.4L engine with Tacoma badges. The 1995 had a more square front end which looked better but was equipped with the ever slow 3.0L engine with no badges. I don't understand why they consider the 95 the first Tacoma. It's not. Its the last Toyota pickup.
It came out in late 1995 for the 1996 model year, that is the usual release cycle for almost all vehicles.
first of all your audio is super low please work on that. ads pop up and are extremely loud in difference
Yeah the audio on this particular video is very low. But I cannot change that now, subsequent videos are better.
Is that even LEGAL?!?
Bro 4???
You mean 4th gen? Or Bro4Speed?
@@AlphaShark talking about the stout, only 4 ever sold in the states? That is genuinely baffling
Oh yes, haha it’s been a long time since I filmed this 😂
My prayer request: keep giving us the great info on the Tacoma but get rid of the silliness. It’s time I can’t get back.
Never Richard! I love to be silly, there's plenty of other channels that are all serious :)
@@AlphaShark Keep the silly stuff makes the video interesting lol 😂
cringe
And loving it! :)
Thank u for this video I'm buying the ultimate truck to travel America, I'm Mexican born in LA and I've been dying to leave it's so much filth here and I was thinking of getting a new one but the second model I feel is more reliable and sturdy doesn't rely on computer chips to much I will be living out of it so I think I'll make the right choice cause of this video thanks bro 🫱🏽🫲🏻