Toyota Tacoma Prices Paid

toyotaken

This is not unusual... I had a customer once that placed an order for an x-tra cab 4x2 tacoma and wanted the bucket seats. At the time (several years ago), they were only building them with the split bench. We waited 6mos, and when the truck finally came, it had the split bench, no the buckets we peferenced. If it is not a make or break option, you may want to give them the update and it could speed up the process for you.

Hope this helps.

Ken

mailman13

Thanks for all the info everyone.

I ask the internet sales guy to drop the chrome tube steps and the ulility package.

What do you all think about the 20 inch Enkei wheels & BF Goodrich G Force tires for $2000 I saw an '05 with some on it and it looked good. I know, I know the tires will be real expensive and the ride won't be that great but we have an '05 Maxima to take on trips so.... All my truck will do is take me to work and some weekend running around, no pulling anything.

exitus

rednh2005:

What is this Costco Membership and where can I get one? How much does it cost, etc? I'm currently looking into buying one of these vehicles (down here in Austin, TX), but I really don't want to spend $28K+ for it.=)

Thanks,
Exitus

theguy

I think thats over kill and it will definatly kill your mpg and why would you want to put 20" on unless your just mud bogging. I think some people have the little mans syndrome bigger isnt always better but in the end its just my opinion and everyone has there own. Also you got it wright when you said the ride will be shot no ?? about that too.

gxb159

I walked out on a deal to pay $200 over invoice on an Access Cab 4WD TRD Off-Road. My invoice from Edmunds and KBB did not match their's. The difference was $452, which they marked as "TDA". Has anyone else seen this charge? Have you paid it and is it legitimate or just a way to weasel another $452 out of me?

pb2themax

What does 20" wheels have to do with "mud bogging"? Most off roaders actually have smaller wheels, so they can use bigger tires, which they can then deflate to get better grip. And wheel size doesn't do much to your MPG, as long as you keep the same OD (outside diameter) as the stock tires. The size of the wheel doesn't do much; it's the size of the tire that matters most. It depends how tall of a sidewall you get. The taller your tires get, the more torque is required to turn them.

I think big wheels look good on a truck, as long as you get the backspacing of the wheel right. Some of the newer Dodge Rams come with 20" wheels from the factory, and they look pretty good. Mailman13, the Enkei's sound like a good idea to me, especially if your truck is 2WD. But if you planned on off-roading a lot, then I might stay with 16" or 17" wheels.

mrsuperlight

My friend preaches costco no hassle auto buying program. To get more information go to costcoauto.com and enter your zip code. To join and become a member go to costco.com

Kirstie_H

We also have a discussion dedicated to talking about purchasing programs: Purchasing Programs (AAA, Costco, BJ's, etc.)

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doob

Does anyone know the difference between security options V5 and S6 besides availability in different parts of the country?

joetaco

"TDA", think that is Toyota Dealer Association, basically to cover their advertising expense. I got mine for $366 over Edmunds invoice and even got the floor mats. I would hassle them on that fee, think they will play with it a little.

dreasdad

TDA is a legitamate fee and is none Neg with Toyota. Fed law requires Toyota to break down the invoice given to the dealer as to the charges. TDA can be as diffrent as $150 from one area to another so thats why edmunds can't track and report it as well as just the base invoice that they buy form the Dept of trans.

gxb159

Just picked up my truck. It is Silver Access Cab 4WD TRD Sport w/ Tow, floor mats and 6 disc. I paid invoice, exactly Edmunds invoice plus the TDA. Toyota of Devon PA was fantastic. If your in the Philadelphia region contact their Internet Sales dept. They were straightforward and easy to deal with. Entire process to 90 minutes.

nstg8r

What was the price you paid?
I know MSRP is around 27,500 right?
Sounds like your happy. I too have the same one but in the Black Sand Pearl.
It's a head turner.

rednh2005

Exitus,
Costco is a wholesale warehouse. It is an annual membership that is around $40 per year. Go to this site and enter your info. http://www.costcoauto.com/index.asp?

You will get a contact at the dealer nearest you and you can call to set up a meeting to go over the Costco pricing. I believe there is a Costco in Austin and even if you dont use the membership for anything else... well worth the $40. I hope this helps.
rednh2005

wooddorker

"Costco is a wholesale warehouse. It is an annual membership that is around $40 per year. Go to this site and enter your info. http://www.costcoauto.com/index.asp?"

I find it interesting that ALL of the after sale accesories I bought, like the bed mat, running boards, extra D-rings, etc... have _invoice_ prices listed on Costco's site that are higher than I paid retail for the items.

For example, I paid $69 for a bed mat and $235 for the running boards, just by asking the parts desk guy to match a web price from another dealer. No real negotiation was needed. This dealership has been in business for far to long to sell their inventory below cost, so I wonder what actual cost is for this stuff.

I paid $850 over Costco's listed invoice on the truck, with no trade, as a cash deal, on a truck that nobody local even had (selling like hotcakes!). This did require several days of back and forth telephone negotating. Doing business with this particular dealership was actually kind of important to me. I guess the Costco membership might have saved me something, but I wonder how much of the savings I might have given back on the accessories.

Next time, I'll try it, though.

ss580

I got quotes on a 2005 Access Cab from the Internet and from a Costco authorized dealer. The prices were wthin a $100.00 of each other.

They would have had to order my truck since I don't fit the demographics of my area. I was going to purchase from the Internet dealer because they were closer to home, but cancelled my order to the paint problems Toyota is having and they low-balled me on my trade-in.

I'm waiting for 2006, then I will go Internet shopping.

perk2

I recently purchased a Tacoma from Toyota of Ft Worth. Their price was the best I found locally and their people made the purchasing process the best I have ever experienced. The truck is wonderful!!

I assumed, in error, that some type of gas cap & tailgate security would have been standard equipment or at least available as an option from the Toyota parts department.

Can anyone recommend a quality aftermarket locking gas cap that and tailgate lock for this truck?

gxb159

MSRP on it was $28,965, I paid $26,1XX for it. I was debating the black, but my wife's ride is black. That is a chore to keep clean, and I work on a construction site, so I am always getting dirty.

followyourblis

I live in the San Antonio area and am looking for a Tacoma Pre-runner, doublecab. The only options I must have are stability control and side curtain airbags. One lot I went to did not have a single vehicle with the side curtain air bags. Is this not available in Texas? I am willing to travel anywhere in the state, or nearby states, if necessary. Any suggestions?

sillyme

I just bought a 05 reg. cab. Impulse Red, 2.7, 5 speed with floor mats, bed mat and dealer installed door edge guards for: $13,489.00 plus Tx. & Lic. I found an even better deal at another calif. dealer. It was a Reg Cab 2.7 5 speed without the floor mats, bed mat, and door edge guards for only $12,999.00 but it was white and I wanted the Impulse Red.

followyourblis

Perk2, would you be willing to share some more specifics about your purchase? Type of Tacoma, amount over invoice, whether you dealt with the internet buying department or lot salesperson?

desertchild

posted on the other forum and realized this was the right place to post

DC/4X4/V6/Super White
options
FE/EJ/GY/VE/OG/RL

sticker was 31,050 and I paid 28,409 without tax and title. I think that it was a good price and hope it helps others in buying

sillyme

My purchase of the 05 reg. cab. 5 spd. for $13,489.00 was from watching newspaper ads from my area and in this case 200 miles away from me SanFrancisco paper. Its usually a loss leader ad with the "Only one at this price" addition to the ad. I was able to get that "Only one" because I guess the Reg. cabs are not what everyone is looking for. I use it as a business truck and its good enough for what I need, and great on gas!

jeffjeff

I posted this message on the 2005 Tacoma board, probably should have posted here to begin with though.

After dealing with many dealers in person and online, I finally made up my mind to go through with purchasing this vehicle. The one I'm looking at will have to be located and could take 2-3 weeks or possibly longer for delivery. I used the internet email approach to settle at a good price, or so I think.

Silver Streak Mica 2005 DC, V6 Automatic, 4x4 TRD-Offroad w/ tow.

Original price: $29,589
Sale price: $26,500

I'm curious to see how long it will actually take to find this specific model in the SE region. I'll post on any updates I receive from the dealership.

damurph

Has anybody purchased a 4X2 Double Cab Longbed?

What was your experience like?

What kind of Options did you get?

What kind of Price did you Pay?

Where did you Buy it?

I'm looking at the PreRunner 4X2 Double Cab Longbed V6 Auto, preferably with the SR5 #3 package.

I look forward to hearing from you,
Dean

fslaugts

I'm attempting to purchase the 2 dr regular cab 5 speed, Option, Enhancement package. Contacted the dealer today he said they are selling so good, he did not have any on the lot. If I was interested I would have to pay sticker price. I called him later to find the total price out the door since they did not have one on the lot.
He never returned my call. I guess business is really good. I may have to wait later in the year. Maybe gas prices are making economical trucks real popular.

randarmax

I'm currently pricing this vehicle with the least options available. Usually this means nothing but 188.00 carpet mats. What a rip. Anyway, you can get many accessories on-line these days. So the lowest price I've been quoted is 21,950 on a 24K something MSRP. I'm in Austin, but pricing all major city dealers in TX. I plan on collecting quotes over the next week and will decide if it's worth buying now or later in the year.

zenmoto

Just picked mine up Friday at lunch. I did the online quote then walked into the dealer, did the paperwork and drove home. Strange that I got the quote in my email. but they didn't seem to thrilled about honoring it (but they did). The MSRP was 29,26X and I got it for 26,980 + the usual taxes & fees, etc.



A friend of mine is a Toyota salesman in Orange County (CA, not FL), and I told him I would buy from him if he could match the deal; but he claimed that the invoice on my truck was 26,380 and his dealership wouldn't match a price that low as they are selling so fast. On his advice I took the quote from my local dealer and walked out happy.

The online quote is the way to go if your dealer has the truck you want in stock.

More pics of my truck at Taco Gallery

-Z

badpig521

I purchased mine on May 9th. It is a plane jane P/U with the 4.0 liter/Auto and no SR5 package. MSRP is around $22,800. I got it for $20,000 and some change drive out. I did not want all the bells and whistles, so it is perfect for me. I think I got a good deal on it. One dealer told me I could not get a Tacoma w/o some sort of SR5 package, obviously he was wrong. A day later I found this truck at another dealer 10 miles down the road.

badpig521

I did not have one dealer in my area email me a quote or fax one. It was always "Come in and see me". What is the use of requesting a quote online?

badpig521

That is a good price. I bought mine in San Antonio. The dealerships will not work with you much around here. I have a truck and 2 years of free car washes...Yippe

aaa123

Ok, I had a post earlier about the same Silver truck with PKG#8 on May 1st, asking price was $24,190.05 without tax, tags & junk fees (so, OTD would be $25,368.05.) Using that quote, I went to another dealer and asked if they could beat that price. They said yes, no problem, so I went for them.Today I'm happy to report that it's in my garage! There's a slight change though during the ordering process: the dealer said it was very difficult to get PKG 8 in the SE and the only difference between PKG8 & PKG7 is the alloy wheels, which can be had in WK3 (16" Enkei alloy wheels). Therefore, I agreed to take PKG7 +WK3 as a substitution for PKG8, which I think a better deal with WK3 included.
Anyhow, these are the break-downs:

MSRP: $26,672 including $595 Dest. charge
Paid: $23,824.25 before tax, tags, docs..
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Final OTD price: $25K

Also, they got me a full tank of gas! Overall, I think I did fine and well ahead of the delivery time frame.

pb2themax

BTW, a full tank of gas is standard on all Toyotas. It should be listed on the window sticker.

firetx12

I made a deal almost 6 weeks ago for a 2005 taco dblcab with the og package. The dealer is in the dallas area. He said that all toyotas in the 5 southern state region come through Gulf States Toyota of Houston. He said that the dealers cannot order from the factory, only wait on the allotment sheets from gulf states. He got an allotment truck, but it is speedway blue(not the color I want.) Now he says that he has something to trade nationally. Do the dealers not have the Authority to order straight from the factory? Am I getting the run-around, or is this a normal wait? thanks.----

toyotaken

Dealers do NOT have the ability to truly factory order a vehicle. We are limited to what the allocation for our particular region is. We can occasionally get a vehicle that is configured the way that they build them for other regions, but it is rare. I have tried on 2 occasions in the past 10 years of working with Toyota to get a vehicle configured differently than what they build them in our region and both times waited 9-12 months and the vehicle still had the equipment that they built vehicles for our region on them. So it doesn't sound like you're getting "the runaround", and actually it sounds as though your dealer is doing everything they can do to get your truck for you within their power.

Ken

tacomax

I purchased it today and am very much impressed. It runs as good as my Lexus RX300 (or better)

It only had 1300 miles when I found it. (traded in by someone) . I think it's got SJ option (alloy wheels, tow, etc) and the previous owner added a matching snugtop canopy.

Original Price : $27999
Memorial Day sale price : $23999
Final price before tax : $22800 (with the canopy which I really don't need it, but it looks so nice. Without it, $22500. Only $300 difference. So, I decided to keep it. How much does this thing cost anyway ?)

Although it is slightly used 2005 (about one month of use by the previous owner), it is as good as brand new plus a nice canopy. Did I pay fair price ?

Also, the dealer suggested I buy an extended warranty for $995 which covers 6yr/80k bumper to bumper warranty. I told him I would think about it. Do I really need it ?

bjw1

hey, looks nice, just woundering why someone would trade in only after 1300 miles, I think you are getting a decent price, its practically a brand new truck, thats about 500 less than i paid for mine brand new, as for the warrant, for 995 thats reall good, usaully the mark those up to near 2000$, i would get it if you plan on keeping it for a while, hope somone else can chime in just my opinion.

tacomax

Thanks bjw1.

I've got this truck from a Nissan Dealer.
They told me that a lady bought it in Feb 05 (confirmed by CarFax) and for some reason, changed her mind after 1200 miles or so. So, she traded it in for a Nissan Frontier. Personal preference I guess.

By the way, I heard that you can buy ext. warranty anytime before the original factory warranty expires. In other words, you don't have to buy it now. Is it true ?

mdaniels1

I'm getting offers of $1000 + over invoice which I think is high.

How much over invoice is a reasonable price for the Taco?

I'm in the Houston, TX area.

thanks

bjw1

you can buy the warranty before the 3yr 36000 one expires, but would have to pay the full price up front, but from the dealer its figured into your payments, if you could pay for it up front i would definatley wait. trade in the truck after 1200 miles, talk about negative equity, she probably lost 4000 to 6000 just like that, oh well i quess its good for you.

1236

Personally I think the warranty is a smart move, especially if you're in it for the next 5 years. The build quality (excluding the Land Cruiser) seems to have slipped over the last 5 - 7 years. If you do buy the warranty go for the 7 year 100,000 transferable with $0 deductible $1200 - $1600 is the going rate.

stephg

all Toyotas come with a full tank of gas, road side assistance and floor mats. These are standard, not options. that's why they're not detailed in the Edmunds invoice price.

dreasdad

Sorry , thats not true. floor mats are an option, road side assitance is only standard on Prius and and a full tank of gas it up to the dealer to provide. The reason edmunds does not detail more of the options as the research is expensive to do and costs them to much money, is what I believe. Look at the diffrence between the options they show and one of the other popular sites that shows all the options in Guld states and the southeast region

pb2themax

Full Tank of Gas was listed as Standard on my window sticker. Floor mats were an option. :confuse:

stephg

I guess that's a country thing. In Canada, floor mats, full tank of gas and roadside assistance are standard, as can be seen near the bottom of page 8 of the brochure: http://www.toyota.ca/cgi-bin/WebObjects/WWW.woa/16/wo/Home.Vehicles.Go.Tacoma-2M18Xty6zXSD- N2d2K7sbMw/3.11?v131080e%2ehtml (aren't you glad you don't have to type the link?!)

cedosada1

My dealer is working on removing the following off the invoice price.

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Wholesale charge
Dealer holdback
about $800 below invoice...

Is this ever possible, if it is, what instance?

He's also giving me all options that I want at cost.

Is invoice a sufficient discount? Or should I push for the $800 off invoice. We have a special situation but wanted to know when it also applies.

There's also a bay area dealer giving $3,100 off a $26k MSRP on Sunday's paper, which is still above invoice.

nwexplorer

would you tell me if you got a long bed with TRD sport package #4? any other options??? thank you

wooddorker

If you can get a Taco for $800 under invoice (not sticker), one or more of the of the following is true:

- You are the Toyota CEO's grandkid
- You are getting totally ripped on a trade, after sale items, or financing. Or all of them.
- You are living in an area where this is the most undesirable vehicle in the world.
- The truck is used
- The truck is a leftover 2004
- You are the world's best negotiator. I bow to the master.

I think there's some incredible flim-flam going on, or you're getting terms confused.

Dealers don't touch holdback or factory ad fees unless there's secret factory incentives.

wantatac

What are some of the best deals you have received on your 4 dr tacomas? Include dealership to help me out in finding the best deal I can with my local toyota dealership, which will meet or beat any price I can find. thanks!!

invoicejoe

I purchased my Prerunner Tacoma DoubleCab V6 Automatic 5 ft. bed with the following options: Trd Offroad Pkg. with Tow and the floor Mats.
Base Price$19644
Destination$ 565
Trd Pkg. $ 2965 Invoice Code:OG and OC
Floor Mats $ 80 Invoice Code:C4
Total........$23254 plus $500 over invoice and TDA $385 Ad Fees price over invoice $885 time spend on phone 10min. Total: $26,553 Out the Door Dealership Vallejo Toyota. I believe if you are willing to get a better price some dealers will give you this Truck for about $250 less but the processes will take much longer. Good Luck hope this helps.