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I just bought a Tundra 7 days ago and already the fabric on the drivers side door has worn down to a white patch.
Has anyone else seen this?
thanks
Tim
bud light dude; So the really bad press on a Chevy site is sabotage by Toyota owners now? You're hilarious.
Eagleeye1; I've said that before about Rube. Something just doesn't add up with him. He spends way too much time on this board. Why? Who has that kind of time? What does he get of it? He has never answered any of our questions about what he drives, if he drives, or why he's here. All he does is make fun of the Tundra and pluggin Chevy. For me to do what he's been doing for as long as he's been doing it (he was here when I started reading this board in July) I would have to be paid!
Rube; you better watch out. Using colors like that in a post is definitely not in character! Remember the script says you're supposed to be a dumb farmer from West Virginia, or was that South Carolina now? By the way, does this mean we'll see less of you here when the spring comes?
timbrady; No. Neither the driver's door or capt. chair armrest are worn. I'm averaging 2222 miles a month so it's getting used. After 10000 miles my interior looks absolutely new. I'm in snow, mud, sand, and sawdust all the time and the interior cleans up great. I definitely recommend the Husky floor mats. I've picked up some scratches on my bed rail though. I need an over the rail spray on bed liner.
If you think I'm being deliberately vague about the names of the companies involved, you're right. First of all, I don't wish for any "imperial entanglements". Secondly, although the information was declared to be true by posters that worked in that particular industry, I have not verified it though other independent sources and thus the story could possibly be true only in the realm of "urban legends".
But whether or not you believe the above story, ask yourself this: are you willing to rely on Edmunds or anyone else connected with this website to protect your identity. Should a company feel that the statements you make are untrue and damaging to their company and they decide to take legal action against you, do you think that the operators of this website will be willing to incur legal expenses to protect your identity???
Posting on this website is a privilege, not a right. It is a privilege in that the operators of this site allow you to do so without cost and is not (presumably) supported by any government agency. As with all privileges come responsibilities, something perhaps of which it is time for the Front Porch Philosopher to remind people, if not for the sake of the people who enjoy (or used to enjoy) posting on this site, then for the sake of the image (and possibly legal well-being) of this website and of Edmunds.
Other than being a customer, I am not connected with Toyota in anyway. I do enjoy good healthy debate (I found the discussions about open-differentials, limited-slip differentials and lockers to be extremely interesting), however, as of late many of the posts seem to be solely for the intent of harassment and, in my opinion, borderline on the heading of this post.
Websites such as this one provide an extremely valuable service to the consumer. The conference area provided by Edmunds also provides a valuable service in that it allows potential buyers the opportunity to get feedback from current owners of the vehicles in which they are interested. It benefits no one to allow abuse of the privilege to participate in this forum.
I also wish that the clock was located in a more convenient location.
Otherwise, I'm satisfied with my Tundra. I've got 2300 miles on it and as I've stated before, it's a joy to get into after a long day at work (for the ride, not just because I'm getting away from work).
After test driving the Ford's, Chevy's and Toyota's, studying each trucks specifications, reading about other peoples experiences with their trucks via the Edmund's Townhall and talking with neighbor's and co-workers about their trucks, I feel that I made the best choice in vehicles for my needs.
I want a 2000 Tundra 6 cylinder 4X2 extended cab SR5.
First I was told Toyota does not ship 4X2's to New Jersey. I asked since I'm ordering a truck, what difference does it make what I order as long as it is an option on the truck.
They said they would take my order and see if the factory would build a 4X2, 6 cylinder, extended cab SR5 Tundra.
The factory may or may not build it.
Has anyone ever heard of anything like this?
I could care less if my identity is revealed. I have said nothing slanderous in any way shape or form. Everything I have said, I would also say in a court of law right in front of Toyota and their crackerjack attorney's themselves.
Toyota has been paying off consumer reports for years. Actual cash doesn't always have to be form of payment. I'll say that to anyone, even in court. Quote me.
Your dealership can order a 4x2 V6 but it involves several steps and can take months. We ordered a 4x4 V6 manual transmission in late November and it will be here late this month. If you really want to know why this is the case I'll get into it but it wont change the reality.
If this is the truck you want, find a dealership who is willing to order. Not all will.
The dealer took the order, said he will try it on Monday. He said he sends orders twice a month. If it's rejected, he try again at the end of the month.
From your experience, will the order ever go through, or will they keep rejecting it?
I'm not in a position to wait to long, So I would have to switch to the Silverado if nothing happens.
Although, I would assume lifting a Tundra would be a deficit to it's resale value.
Hmmm. "Oh what a feeling to drive....Toyota" with doors flinging open and engines self-destructing.
Good luck with that superiorly designed and built Tundra!
Bud90, We do get turned down from time to time. It sounds like they are "prefrencing" the truck which will not work if that region is not allocated that model. Prefrencing works if that model is being built but not with the correct equipment. What you need is a true factory order. Expect a 8 to 12 week wait.
Can you provide me with details of what I should ask the dealer to do ?
I wouldn't mind waiting the 8 to 12 weeks if I could get what I want.
I just dont want to wait 8 weeks to be told I will not get what I want.
Email me at bud90@worldnet.att.net
Thanks
was a problem, with Ford it was price. The Tundra fit my budget and needs best, so there you go. Keep mine 8-10 years, so hope it's a good one. This is a relatively new product and who knows what the future holds. After a few thousand miles will post my findings in an objective manner. I've reached that point in my life where I refuse to become emotional about a set of wheels. Edmunds was only the starting point for my research and have read volumes about the Tundra.
It's unfortunate that the manufacturers don't have a website for owners comments and suggestions,cuz I think they would get some constructive feedback from those who buy em' and drive em'.. Their are at least, a few things that I think could be improved on the Tundra,in terms of options, and cosmetics.
For whatever it's worth..
Hope this helps...
TNX
You will find a couple of ways to register complaints and suggestions. Good Luck
If you want to see a cool dealership web site, take a look at www.alexandriatoyota.com. This site is not completed yet but we will have our entire new and used car inventoy on line with MSRP and invoices of new cars and real prices on used cars. We already have an vehicle "configurator' with invoice and a link to used car evaluations. We are also considering a bulletin board.
Here are the details I have. It will be available with either the 4 or 6 cylinder engine, a little over a 5 foot bed, front end looks like a Tundra, may have 16" wheels, back seat looks like a real one, and the overall effect is awesome. I only have a picture right now and I will post more as it becomes available.
One more question. Does your info say whether it will be possible to get a 5 speed? I read somewhere that it would be auto only, which would be a bummer.
Thanks again.
The domestics (GMC and Chevy) had their chance with may previous 2 trucks. They did not hold up very well. The last had all of the paint come off. After buying a used 1984 Toyota car with over 120,000 miles (now has 190,000) that was in better shape than the those trucks at 30,000 miles I was convinced that the Japanese had their act together when it came to quality. And quality is very important to me.
Regarding the trade deficit, does the purchase of a Tundra, which is made in the USA count towards the deficit with Japan? I know parts of the truck (engine, transmission, etc) are made in Japan, but many of the domestics also have foreign parts.