Trade: 2004 Rubicon for Used Toyota 4WD Tacoma of Equal Value?

[Bonk!]

I have a 2004 Rubi with 95K on it, as clean as you are likely to find. Hard, soft and bikini top. Exterior and interior (no tears, smoke, etc.) are in excellent condition. I think I'd get more use out of a pick-up, so rather than selling this outright, which I could easily do now that Spring is (allegedly) here, thought I'd see if anyone wants to trade. "Equal value" would be determined by KBB and/or NADA. Not looking for any other makes or models.

[Gixxer]

[Gixxer]

This should be interesting, Wranglers and Tacoma's both hold their value phenomenally well. A recent magazine listed intellichoice 5 year value retainingship (sp?), and the highest values after 5 years were number one, the Toyota FJ Cruiser at an alleged 84%, and tied for second were the Toyota Tacoma and Jeep Wrangler at an alleged 65%.

I've had two Wranglers, unreal in the winter, and super fun in every other time of the year. Taco owners out there... you neeeed to experience a Wrangler!



In fact, OP, may I politely suggest just getting a utility trailer for the Wrangler for when you think you'd need a Tacoma? I've had mega withdrawal both times I got rid of a Wrangler.

[Garandman]

Engine? 6 presumably.
Transmission?

[Bonk!]

Good point! Uploaded a few, have more at home. Will also get the specs for it all. It's bone stock except for a few minor things.

I take good care of my stuff. I wouldn't post something here that wouldn't stand up. I've had zero mechanical issues with this. I did replace the stereo, I had front seat rebuilt, had some small tears in the soft top repaired by a sail repair shop, stuff like that. Body is rust free, even at the usual problem areas like under the windshield. I had my shop check the rust situation underneath, and they said there are no worries, but a buyer/trader should check that out for themselves.

[loudbeard]

I have to admit, I'm very tempted here. I have an '03 Tacoma extended cab SR5 with V6 and 5 speed and a bit less than 130k. I also own a YJ and a JK....

[Gixxer]

Engine? 6 presumably.
Transmission?

Rubi wasn't available with the 4.

[Bonk!]

I have to admit, I'm very tempted here. I have an '03 Tacoma extended cab SR5 with V6 and 5 speed and a bit less than 130k. I also own a YJ and a JK....

Holy crap, you're in Quincy? Just come by and check it out. I'm in Milton, about 10 minutes from East Milton square.

[loudbeard]

Holy crap, you're in Quincy? Just come by and check it out. I'm in Milton, about 10 minutes from East Milton square.

Ah, I need to change that. I actually live down in Rehoboth now.

[Bonk!]

Well, we could meet somewhere if you are interested. No hurry.

[Bonk!]

Didn't drum up any real interest so I threw it on CL for $12K. Anyone interested I'd do $11K for NESR.

[Bonk!]

Wound up trading the Jeep in, picked up a 2009 Tacoma with 116K on it. I don't care about mileage since I won't be putting much on it. Frame is solid and there's no rust anywhere.

[Paul_E_D]

Wound up trading the Jeep in, picked up a 2009 Tacoma with 116K on it. I don't care about mileage since I won't be putting much on it. Frame is solid and there's no rust anywhere.

Check it after this storm. Frame will be half gone. Lol.

[Bonk!]

Check it after this storm. Frame will be half gone. Lol.

This is.....funny?

[Paul_E_D]

Sorry. Couldn't resist. There was a lot of drama around here about those frames. I'm also sitting on a timebomb with my sprinter. prone to rusting everywhere but the frame.

[Gixxer]

Heard there was a recall on the frame, anyway.

Congrats on the Taco!

Are you ?

[TheIglu]

Lot of drama, but Toyota made good on all of it.

Still loving my Tacoma. Still haven't had to pay for a truck since 2004 or 2005.

[virtualbong]

How much did you get for the trade?

[Bonk!]

$9K

[virtualbong]

$9K

Bummer...I would have definitely considered purchasing yours and it would have covered the tax difference trade in value.

[Bonk!]

Bummer...I would have definitely considered purchasing yours and it would have covered the tax difference trade in value.

Well, that's certainly helpful to know, now.

[virtualbong]

Well, that's certainly helpful to know, now.

Hahaha! I just found your craigslist posting too. I wonder how much the dealership is reselling it for.

[Gixxer]

Hahaha! I just found your craigslist posting too. I wonder how much the dealership is reselling it for.

OP, DONT look! You'll be pissed. I sold a bike to Naults and they posted it for double what they paid me. ... but tell me what dealer you traded it at, and I WILL look, cuz I'm super nosey/curious.