[{"id": 7307893, "authorName": "StinkyTRD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stinkytrd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These low-mile first gen Tacomas are just killer. They run forever, take whatever you throw at them in stride, and dang do they look good. How the heck anyone didn\u2019t put more miles on these is always amazing to me. Nice truck, GLWTA!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1637110718, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7307895, "authorName": "RobertFlynn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/robertflynn/", "bidAmount": 4444, "content": "$4,444 bid placed by RobertFlynn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637110756, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7307897, "authorName": "andrew846 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andrew846/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "just to clarify, the interior is a tan color...not grey.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637110881, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7307920, "authorName": "Kie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kie/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Gorgeous!\r\n\r\nThe 2.7 is, imo, a better choice than the 3.4 which is a great engine itself. \r\n\r\nThe only issue with the 2.7 and it\u2019s not the fault of the truck\u2026 sometimes owners at this point think it\u2019s a Toyota and therefore they only need to change the oil. \r\n\r\nWhich is mostly true. But. These engines have solid lifters and the valve clearances should be checked at least once a decade. Gone unchecked the exh valves will eventually go to zero clearance with predictable results. \r\n\r\nDare I say the bottom side of this beautiful truck looks almost too good?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1637111157, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7307923, "authorName": "whitehouse", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whitehouse/", "bidAmount": 15000, "content": "$15,000 bid placed by whitehouse", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637111191, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7308097, "authorName": "Fitzroya", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fitzroya/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Waxoyl is a great product, but is not supposed to be applied on the transmission or transfer case as appears to have been done here. The next owner should remove it from those areas with a steam cleaner. It risks overheating... Nice truck though. Corrosion under the waxoyl doesn't look too bad.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1637113501, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7308146, "authorName": "andrew846 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andrew846/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "i haven't had any issue with the waxoyl in terms of any overheating.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1637114098, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7308530, "authorName": "rbrodniak", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rbrodniak/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sweet Moses, I wish you could just order new 1st gens direct from Toyota and have then delivered. That isn't an option, but this is pretty damn close!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1637120181, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7308924, "authorName": "oldone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/oldone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Buy it --- Drive it for thirty years --- Take the money you saved, and buy a lake cabin to retire in...This truck could easily save you a quarter of a million dollars...Another of those, \"You big dummy, why didn't I buy one, when they were new???\"", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1637137293, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7309084, "authorName": "Motor_Away", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/motor_away/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is the Line-X body protection removable?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637153313, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7309108, "authorName": "Ian7", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ian7/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Every Tacoma listing generates a flurry of \u201cthese are indestructible\u201d comments; this one has 37k miles and needed a u-joint and axle shafts, what\u2019s the story? Thx", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1637154042, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7309208, "authorName": "brakeservo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brakeservo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My 1998 Tacoma XtraCab has 507,000 miles, I drive it to work everyday but I can't believe the trouble it's caused me - only half a million miles and already it's needed a starter motor, two alternators, U-Joints and a radiator!. So much for Toyota's vaunted quality!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1637156290, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7311858, "authorName": "andrew846 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andrew846/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "the u-joint was replaced because it was making a vibrabion while driving the vehicle and the axles were starting to seep grease out of the boot where the boot seals on the axle itself.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637180392, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7311864, "authorName": "andrew846 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andrew846/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "no, the linex cannot be removed .", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637180419, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7312279, "authorName": "Kie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kie/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I too found it odd that this truck needed new front axles. My 02 (same gen as this) has the original front axles at 165k miles, most of them highly torturous. \r\n\r\nIt\u2019s interesting they chose to replace the axle assemblies when all it needed was new boots/clamps. So many choices when you replace the axles nowadays. The cheap ones are tempting but as they say you get what you pay for.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637182356, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7312333, "authorName": "thebigcat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thebigcat/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@kie - It's one of those \"you might as well\" things. Axles need to come out for boots, so given the work to be done, you might as well replace the axles. I don't think anyone does boots anymore", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1637182571, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7314248, "authorName": "petey677", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/petey677/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Simply: if you're replacing torn boots. REPLACE AXLE! COMMON SENSE! C'MON people", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637189544, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7315196, "authorName": "andrew846 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andrew846/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "the color noted for the truck is red but it is technically burgundy. it also has the rear locker.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1637197616, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7323791, "authorName": "Ian7", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ian7/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Can someone explain \u201c Additional equipment includes clutch start cancel\u201d please. Thx", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1637333705, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7326362, "authorName": "andrew846 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andrew846/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "clutch start cancel allows the truck to be started without the clutch pedal depressed.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1637354045, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7329158, "authorName": "Calcruiser916", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/calcruiser916/", "bidAmount": 16000, "content": "$16,000 bid placed by Calcruiser916", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637390405, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7329336, "authorName": "Flat6Kris", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flat6kris/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Best looking truck ever made.\r\n\r\nGLWS", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1637413647, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7330593, "authorName": "whitehouse", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whitehouse/", "bidAmount": 16500, "content": "$16,500 bid placed by whitehouse", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637434486, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7333447, "authorName": "Calcruiser916", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/calcruiser916/", "bidAmount": 16750, "content": "$16,750 bid placed by Calcruiser916", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637471358, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7333614, "authorName": "Jnunn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jnunn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Another very nice Tacoma with super low miles.When were the TRD decals added.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637494894, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7334238, "authorName": "andrew846 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andrew846/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "the decal was put on in may of 1998 in the factory, it's the trd model.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1637511967, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7334393, "authorName": "Jnunn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jnunn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@andrew846,I think the TRD model has the v-6", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637514428, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7334506, "authorName": "andrew846 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andrew846/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "the trd's sold now are v6 only and have been for quite a few years. back then there were a lot of configurations for buyers. this one has no power options but is the sr5 with the better wheels, chrome grille and bumper, and trd with rear locker and bilsteins. it is rare but they are around.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1637515801, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7334554, "authorName": "Jnunn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jnunn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@andrew846, I\u2019m surprised BAT didn\u2019t list as a TRD,that would be a rare combination.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637516647, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7335617, "authorName": "andrew846 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andrew846/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Jnunn, i thought they would have.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637525508, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7337572, "authorName": "whitehouse", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whitehouse/", "bidAmount": 17000, "content": "$17,000 bid placed by whitehouse", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637548234, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7338422, "authorName": "ericcollins", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ericcollins/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Could I see it in person? I'm a few hours away in NJ. Interested in the truck and would be willing to drive over tonight or tomorrow morning if possible.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637592189, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7338832, "authorName": "andrew846 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andrew846/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ericcollins, you can come see it. just remember the bid ends in a day. It will have to be after 3:00 p.m, i work everyday from 7-3. i have limited e-mail at work which is where i am now so i won't be able to check this until i get home later on in the day. thanks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637598937, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7341553, "authorName": "CRUSH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crush/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just curious, what is the first owner history/story. Any details would be appreciated.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637617118, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7341952, "authorName": "andrew846 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andrew846/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@CRUSH, the first owner was a manager of a chevy dealer and he bought it brand new in 1998. he never drove it in the winter and parked it covered in his garage on a carpet when not driving.(sorta like i do) he had another car for a daily driver and barely ever drove the truck. i bought it in 2015 on eBay and actually picked up the truck at the dealer where he was working, he drove it there one last time. he was really sad to see it go and took very good care of it. i treated this truck the same, never driving in the rain unless absolutely necessary. 2015-16 was when this truck was driven the most, pretty much every day in the summer then i slacked off after that and only drove ocassionally. i activate 4wd and the rear locker a few times a year just to keep it in working order. the tires have very little wear on them, they are duratrac's.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1637619204, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7342716, "authorName": "Curtbonelli", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/curtbonelli/", "bidAmount": 17500, "content": "$17,500 bid placed by Curtbonelli", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637623709, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7342740, "authorName": "whitehouse", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whitehouse/", "bidAmount": 17750, "content": "$17,750 bid placed by whitehouse", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637624170, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7343053, "authorName": "andrew846 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andrew846/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "if anyone has any questions the rest of the auction, the best time would be after 3:00pm eastern time for me. i don't have access to email or phone all day at work.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637629281, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7343436, "authorName": "Billium", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/billium/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@andrew846\n\nIf I may,\n\nTo clarify on the question of whether the TRD option was an original part of your truck, it would be helpful to go to the Toyota Website, download the build sheet/options via the truck's VIN and post results here. Report will show all options/configuration of how the truck was delivered to the original selling dealer.\n\nTo achieve, go to Toyota website. Select \"Owners\" from the top banner. Select \"Join Now\" if not currently registered. Complete information to register and enter your VIN to receive Factory Build Sheet including any Port installed options. This information will clarify questions that will come up in the last few hours.\n\nThe TRD option is one many search for/require/value. No need to leave money on the table/have potential buyers give a pass to your truck because of ambiguity. \n\nBest.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637635566, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7343484, "authorName": "andrew846 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andrew846/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Billium, that's a good idea. the buyer's can see pretty much everything the truck came with in the pictures though. nothing to hide, not like its a \"fake trd\". has a working rear locker with the bilsteins. i think trd in the auction title somewhere probably would have gotten more views. thanks for the information.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1637636590, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7343529, "authorName": "Billium", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/billium/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@andrew846\r\n\r\nDon't mistake the suggestion as an accusation (\"fake trd\" as you put it). Some potential buyers may be unaware what equipment is included in the TRD option. Others may miss the visual giveaways and simply appreciate build sheet confirmation.\r\n\r\nRegardless, special truck in rare condition that deserves all the attention.\r\n\r\nBest.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637637929, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7344190, "authorName": "boulder59", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/boulder59/", "bidAmount": 18000, "content": "$18,000 bid placed by boulder59", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637677102, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7344283, "authorName": "Curtbonelli", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/curtbonelli/", "bidAmount": 18500, "content": "$18,500 bid placed by Curtbonelli", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637678298, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7344301, "authorName": "Gappy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gappy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Why was the red bed liner sprayed down low on the body?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637678554, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7345044, "authorName": "springisthemischief", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/springisthemischief/", "bidAmount": 18750, "content": "$18,750 bid placed by springisthemischief", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637687674, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7345588, "authorName": "Calcruiser916", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/calcruiser916/", "bidAmount": 20500, "content": "$20,500 bid placed by Calcruiser916", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637693755, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7345689, "authorName": "Curtbonelli", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/curtbonelli/", "bidAmount": 21000, "content": "$21,000 bid placed by Curtbonelli", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637694299, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7345697, "authorName": "ericcollins", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ericcollins/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "here we go.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637694346, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7346110, "authorName": "boulder59", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/boulder59/", "bidAmount": 21250, "content": "$21,250 bid placed by boulder59", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637696398, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7346609, "authorName": "andrew846 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andrew846/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Gappy, thats linex rocker guard. it's not as hard a mixture as the Bed liner and is a smoother finish but still hard. i did it for protection from rock chips.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1637699005, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7347210, "authorName": "whitehouse", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whitehouse/", "bidAmount": 21500, "content": "$21,500 bid placed by whitehouse", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637702144, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7347704, "authorName": "boulder59", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/boulder59/", "bidAmount": 21750, "content": "$21,750 bid placed by boulder59", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637704245, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7347838, "authorName": "ToyotaRig", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/toyotarig/", "bidAmount": 22000, "content": "$22,000 bid placed by ToyotaRig", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637704927, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7347860, "authorName": "ToyotaRig", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/toyotarig/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Was or is there any rust repairs on this truck especially under rhino liner you put on the doors and rockers", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637705040, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7347906, "authorName": "andrew846 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andrew846/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Johnhayes119, no, none. here is a link of a video before i had the linex done.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qLh-8haC-x8", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637705280, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7348138, "authorName": "rhinopc60", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rhinopc60/", "bidAmount": 22250, "content": "$22,250 bid placed by rhinopc60", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637706235, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7348293, "authorName": "andrew846 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andrew846/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "i really hate to see this go, i really enjoyed having it the last 6 + years. i recently bought a classic mercedes diesel so something has to go but if for not buying the benz, i wouldn't even think about selling this tacoma.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1637706884, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7348337, "authorName": "ericcollins", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ericcollins/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "just curious \u2014 why did you make that walkround video in 2017 before spraying it? were you considering selling it back then at 33k miles?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637707053, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7348384, "authorName": "andrew846 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andrew846/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ericcollins, no, the video was actually over a year old before i uploaded it. i wanted to video for myself since it is so nice and it is rare to see one in pennsylvania that looks like this one without rust being that age. it had a little over 27,000 in that video.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637707221, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7348424, "authorName": "boulder59", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/boulder59/", "bidAmount": 22500, "content": "$22,500 bid placed by boulder59", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637707376, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7348435, "authorName": "rhinopc60", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rhinopc60/", "bidAmount": 22750, "content": "$22,750 bid placed by rhinopc60", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637707424, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7348488, "authorName": "ericcollins", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ericcollins/", "bidAmount": 23000, "content": "$23,000 bid placed by ericcollins", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637707633, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7348511, "authorName": "rhinopc60", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rhinopc60/", "bidAmount": 23250, "content": "$23,250 bid placed by rhinopc60", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637707698, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7348525, "authorName": "needalift", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/needalift/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I had a 2004 and it was a very solid truck with no problems. This is a rare, low mileage example. I plan to get another one as soon as I free up some space! GLWS", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637707737, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7348540, "authorName": "whitehouse", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whitehouse/", "bidAmount": 23500, "content": "$23,500 bid placed by whitehouse", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637707784, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7348548, "authorName": "rhinopc60", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rhinopc60/", "bidAmount": 23750, "content": "$23,750 bid placed by rhinopc60", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637707828, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7348550, "authorName": "shelby123", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shelby123/", "bidAmount": 25000, "content": "$25,000 bid placed by shelby123", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637707837, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7348585, "authorName": "ToyotaRig", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/toyotarig/", "bidAmount": 25250, "content": "$25,250 bid placed by ToyotaRig", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637707953, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7348611, "authorName": "whitehouse", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whitehouse/", "bidAmount": 25500, "content": "$25,500 bid placed by whitehouse", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637708035, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7348634, "authorName": "whitehouse", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whitehouse/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 11/23/21 for $25,500 to whitehouse", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637708155, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 7348637, "authorName": "ericcollins", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ericcollins/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "congrats", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637708173, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7348653, "authorName": "andrew846 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andrew846/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "thanks bidders and to all who commented. buyer just got a beautiful tacoma!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1637708215, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7348663, "authorName": "andrew846 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andrew846/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@whitehouse, i'll be in contact with you shortly.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637708269, "type": "comment"}]