I have a 2019 Toyota Tacoma, and have 27,000 miles on it. I bought it because I am single, and if I need to haul stuff, I don’t have a friend with a truck. I am the friend with a truck everybody calls. I will never again be without a truck.
I always thought Toyotas were the best built and lasted longer. The Taliban were driving 20-year-old models in Tora Bora, so I figured mine would last a lifetime.
I thought about trading up to a nicer one, but after reading this thread I think I’ll keep mine.
Take my advice.......KEEP YOURS.
Fending off friends who want help with moving or hauling would dissuade me from any kind of truck. LOL
I have a 2004 Toyota Camry bought new in CA before we retired and left that state - less than 50,000 miles on it.
My husband passed away in 2021 and was sick long before that so we never did the traveling we thought we’d do after moving. All local to doctor appointments etc., and never on the interstate. Since my husband passed away, have had lots of battery problems which is not unexpected due to lack of driving. Glad for AAA.....
I’ve lost track of the number of people who want to buy my car when I’m ready to give up driving. I’m not there yet but it’s not far off. I may not do MUCH, but I do what I have to.
The car is in pristine shape - exactly how my husband kept all of his cars and airplanes and most important hobby - outdoors on a range - (goes with all guys and airplanes)- woe to the person who would DARE put a scratch on any of them! We never so much as ate in that car - I still don’t. Traveling cross country, we found places to stop and eat but never take out in the car. Not a rule, just not a habit we ever had.
“”The Taliban were driving 20-year-old models in Tora Bora, so I figured mine would last a lifetime.””
Called “technicals.” I’m sure you’re missing a piece of equipment that they had on theirs! At least, I hope so!!!