Considering a purchase

[hiwaystar]

Good Morning,

I've got my eye on a 2001 Tacoma Prerunner SR5, 2WD, 4 cyl. The truck appears to be in good condition with 52K miles. Purchased in California, now located in Ohio. Asking price is 13.5K. Is this a fair price?

What kind of MPG can I expect? 2.7 liter, 4 cyl. The bed has a hard cover.

Owner hasn't done any maintenance other than the Toyota 30K mile scam. Any major concerns with the 2001? I know there were a few recalls, but the owner said his wasn't affected.

Also, can I purchase an extended warranty? This may not be worth the money. I am a current owner of a 93 and have had little touble.

Finally, a CarFax search would be appreciated. VIN 5TESM92N01Z800051. Anyone have access?

Thanks in advance for the insight.

Hiwaystar

[woodsailor]

You can check the value of used vehicles at kbb.com or other sites.

On my 4wd 4cyl 2.7 L I get from 19 miles per gallon in the winter to 24 miles per gallon in the summer, depending on kind of driving I do. You might do a teeny bit better without the weight of a cap and 4wd components.

I wouldn't get an extended warranty even if you could. The steps you should take to ensure a reliable vehicle are picking a good make and model (you already did that by picking a Toyota truck) and make sure it has been maintained. I wouldn't call the 30k maintenance a scam; it is money much better spent than on an extended warranty. Did the owner do regular oil changes?

Good luck!

[Bakemono]

$13,500 is a little bit high, those trucks only cost about $15,000 new.
I havent heard of any major problems with those trucks.
As for milage, Id say that 18-20 is all the more you can expect. It doesnt seem like the PreRunners really get any better milage than the 4x4s do.
Cap'n

[The REV]

Good Afternoon hiwaystar vbmenu_register("postmenu_869357", true); I live outside Zanesville Ohio and yesterday I purchased a 1999 4x4 TRD SR5 with 52,000 miles for $14,500. Truck is in EC. I hope this gives you a referance for your truck hunting. Good Luck

This isn't a great price but I thought it was a fair price.

[hiwaystar]

The owner did do regular oil changes and it appears took care of the truck. Engine compartment is very clean. KBB.COM indicates a value of around 13K (a little less). I have offered close to that and he is strongly cosidering.

Hoping to get around 24 mpg with gas prices the way they are.

Thanks for all your help.

[Bakemono]

Originally Posted by hiwaystar

Hoping to get around 24 mpg with gas prices the way they are.

For your sake I hope that Im wrong, but I dont think you will see 24 mpg. I think you will see 20 mpg and MAYBE 22, but Im very doubtfull that you will see 24 mpg on a regular basis.
Cap'n