Was the price right?

tomwadden · 10-27-2007, 10:21 PM

Okay, so im not sure if this belongs in the tech forum, but if not, then just say so(wasnt sure were else to put it). Well I just bought my first car(or truck,98' 4x4 taco 2.7 5spd all stock) and ive been starting to wonder of what I paid was on target. When I bought the truck i did tons of research in the market to see if it was priced right and what i should offer, and i felt that $8000 i offered the 65 year old original owners(and ended up paying) was fair. Well to shorten this up, ive been hearing stories on forums of people paying way less then what i did. Well my question is, did i overpay for my truck? Im asking this even though ive already bought it because ive been feeling kind of sick for how much money i owe on this thing at 16 years old, and working 25-30 hours a week while going to school full time is gettin stressful. So is it a keeper, or should i ditch this thing and try to get my money back while i can? (even though i would cry to see it go)

By the way its got 95k on it and its an extra cab, the paint has little to no imperfections and has had ZERO collisions, as i was very particular about buying a perfect truck.

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fillsrunner4 · 10-27-2007, 10:56 PM

you know all over the country you can find different prices on things. some will say you payed x amount too much or you got a great deal. For a one owner vehicle like you got im sure you found a good truck. that truck is gonna last you a long time im sure of it (come on its a yota). take care of it yourself and oneday if you want to sell it then do so. your young and youll learn more and more. im not gonna say you got a good or bad deal cause i dont know that answere. All i can say is keep working hard and long live toyota haha

jfreisner · 10-27-2007, 11:07 PM

IMO (and according to kbb.com), depending on what equipment the truck has, the price is OK, maybe about $500 too much. But trust me, when you buy a Toyota, you ABSOLUTELY get what you pay for. That's one hell of a truck you got, so I wouldn't be worrying. I was in the exactly situation about 4 years ago when I bought my 1st 4Runner, cost about the same and was in the same condition. I was working about 25 hours per week, going through high school, and playing 2 sports. The way I payed for the truck was not spending money on anything other than gas and necessities (eat the meals your mom cooks, dont go out to eat lol). Save your money and you will pay that thing off pretty quick. I would absolutely recommend not doing any mods until you have paid it off. I know you feel stressed out, but I've been there and I bet tons of other people have, too. Keep your head up, brother. It'll get better and you'll soon realize you made an excellent decision purchasing that truck. Good luck with work and school and keep us updated as time passes.

tomwadden · 10-27-2007, 11:12 PM

Alright... haha thanks man.. i feel a little re-assured.. yeah i kbb'd before i bought it, but for the price they were giving me, i couldnt find one in the nation...lol

chroad · 10-28-2007, 12:12 AM

That wouldn't be bad for the central Alabama market. Sounds like its really clean and well cared for. Don't worry about the price. Worry about paying it off, and then start thinking about what you can do with it. Keep it forever, and you'll end up not caring what you paid for it.

ocdropzone · 10-28-2007, 01:10 AM

I think you did OK. Hard to find a 10 year old truck with less than 100K on it let alone 150K. The 2.7's are almost bullet proof. Sometimes I miss my 97 X-Cab with the I4...

pennywize · 10-28-2007, 01:13 AM

toyotas are crazy expensive in northern california. in 2002 i bought my 93 from a dealer for $7995. put 60k miles on it, beat the heck outta it and sold it for $5500 4 years later. someone offered me $6000 last week for my '79. had cash wanted my truck. found out it wont pass smog and passed it up. i say for a 98 $8000 is a good deal.

**DeathCougar** · 10-28-2007, 02:05 AM

Those trucks go for well over that here in WA.

2wd for $8000: http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/car/461545711.html
2wd for $7000: http://seattle.craigslist.org/kit/car/461335122.html
'97 Reg cab 4x4 for $7000: http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/car/461287229.html
'98 with 170K $9000: http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/car/461143471.html

So, yea, you got a great deal. I would love a 4x4 for that cheap! And LOW miles to boot! Besides, typically the best owners of vehicles are the older generation. They may drive slow, but notice they always have MINT rigs?

skjos · 10-29-2007, 08:30 PM

4WD Toyota's in the Northwest go for crazy amounts, that's probably why the dealer I bought mine from imported it up from Nevada.

Don't worry, I was a little sick about the amount I paid when I bought my 6 year old runner, but after half a year of ownership, I'm all smiles.

Ian Rogers · 10-29-2007, 09:19 PM

you paid what you paid. Hind site is 20/20. you now own a toyota one of the best car/trucks ever made be happy and live with no remorse.

Keith B. · 10-29-2007, 09:59 PM

...in Southern California, these trucks routinely go for $1K to $2K over what kbb or Edmonds says they should.

10-27-2007, 10:56 PM	#2 (permalink)
fillsrunner4 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Sammamish, wa Posts: 2,725	you know all over the country you can find different prices on things. some will say you payed x amount too much or you got a great deal. For a one owner vehicle like you got im sure you found a good truck. that truck is gonna last you a long time im sure of it (come on its a yota). take care of it yourself and oneday if you want to sell it then do so. your young and youll learn more and more. im not gonna say you got a good or bad deal cause i dont know that answere. All i can say is keep working hard and long live toyota haha __________________ 94' toyota 4runner (Many a change!) purchased bone stock, NOW... SAS, 39" Iroks, Rear Leafswap, 5.29's , Air locked front, Welded rear, Chevy 4.3L V6, 5spd swap, dual T/C's MC10R10, flatbelly with custom skids, sliders, Chopped, Bobbed and so much more. Might as well start reading this if ya want know more Fillsrunner4 3.4crawler Build Thread Fillsrunner4.3 crawler (Part Two) build thread

10-27-2007, 11:07 PM	#3 (permalink)
jfreisner Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Leawood, KS/Fayetteville, AR Posts: 579	IMO (and according to kbb.com), depending on what equipment the truck has, the price is OK, maybe about $500 too much. But trust me, when you buy a Toyota, you ABSOLUTELY get what you pay for. That's one hell of a truck you got, so I wouldn't be worrying. I was in the exactly situation about 4 years ago when I bought my 1st 4Runner, cost about the same and was in the same condition. I was working about 25 hours per week, going through high school, and playing 2 sports. The way I payed for the truck was not spending money on anything other than gas and necessities (eat the meals your mom cooks, dont go out to eat lol). Save your money and you will pay that thing off pretty quick. I would absolutely recommend not doing any mods until you have paid it off. I know you feel stressed out, but I've been there and I bet tons of other people have, too. Keep your head up, brother. It'll get better and you'll soon realize you made an excellent decision purchasing that truck. Good luck with work and school and keep us updated as time passes. __________________ Sold the 4Runners.... 2000 ECSB z71 Silverado -Superlift 6-7.5" -35" Mud Grapplers -16x10 Weld Super Single II's -Straight Pipes w/ 5" Tips -Hypertech Last edited by jfreisner; 10-27-2007 at 11:08 PM.

10-27-2007, 11:12 PM	#4 (permalink)
tomwadden Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 28	Alright... haha thanks man.. i feel a little re-assured.. yeah i kbb'd before i bought it, but for the price they were giving me, i couldnt find one in the nation...lol __________________ 98' Tacoma 4x4 2.7 5spd Pacer rims Toyo 31's *Pioneer system

10-28-2007, 12:12 AM	#5 (permalink)
chroad Registered User Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 73	That wouldn't be bad for the central Alabama market. Sounds like its really clean and well cared for. Don't worry about the price. Worry about paying it off, and then start thinking about what you can do with it. Keep it forever, and you'll end up not caring what you paid for it. __________________ 95 X-Cab 22RE 5-speed 32" BFG/AT's 4.56 and other stuff 83 Trek 640 12-speed 27"x1" Continentals WAR EAGLE!

10-28-2007, 01:10 AM	#6 (permalink)
ocdropzone Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: PDX, OR Posts: 4,718	I think you did OK. Hard to find a 10 year old truck with less than 100K on it let alone 150K. The 2.7's are almost bullet proof. Sometimes I miss my 97 X-Cab with the I4... __________________ ~Robb '81 Trekker The B4Runner Build TREKKER Forum Mini FAQ/Misc Ideas Thread TRY THESE SEARCH LINKS GOOGLE FOR TOYOTA WEBSITES LINK TO ONLINE FACTORY SERVICE MANUALS Drive a real 1st Gen Wheel Responsibly, Don't Screw It Up for Others

10-28-2007, 01:13 AM	#7 (permalink)
pennywize Contributing Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Humboldt County, CA Posts: 285	toyotas are crazy expensive in northern california. in 2002 i bought my 93 from a dealer for $7995. put 60k miles on it, beat the heck outta it and sold it for $5500 4 years later. someone offered me $6000 last week for my '79. had cash wanted my truck. found out it wont pass smog and passed it up. i say for a 98 $8000 is a good deal.

10-29-2007, 08:30 PM	#9 (permalink)
skjos Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Orting, WA Posts: 305	4WD Toyota's in the Northwest go for crazy amounts, that's probably why the dealer I bought mine from imported it up from Nevada. Don't worry, I was a little sick about the amount I paid when I bought my 6 year old runner, but after half a year of ownership, I'm all smiles. __________________ 2002 4runner SR5 4x4 1994 Ext Cab Truck 4x4 (22R-E)

10-29-2007, 09:19 PM	#10 (permalink)
Ian Rogers Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Whittier, Ca Posts: 209	you paid what you paid. Hind site is 20/20. you now own a toyota one of the best car/trucks ever made be happy and live with no remorse. __________________ 69' FJ40 "RUSTY" H41,3 speed case, ARB Lockers F/R, 34x9.5 TSL's, Co2, Warn 5687, 2.5 " Parabolic lift, Pertronix Ingitor, 4+ U bolt flip kit, 20 gal. Aux Tank 2000 4-Runner SR5, V6, 5 speed, Highlander edition, S/C, URD 7th, DP TLCA #14752, L.A. Trail Crew Phi Kappa Psi http://www.marksoffroad.net My Parts Source

10-29-2007, 09:59 PM	#11 (permalink)
Keith B. Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 153	Where I live... ...in Southern California, these trucks routinely go for $1K to $2K over what kbb or Edmonds says they should. __________________ -KB- '91 22RE Reg Cab, 4.56 w/31's, W56, BudBuilt Crossmember, Bilsteins, shell, TJM Channel bumper, otherwise stock. Engine rebuilt... Now not leaking anything.

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