Should Have Bought A Tundra

[COEngineer]

https://www.torquenews.com/1083/toyota-dominates-list-longest-lasting-models-your-toyota-list

"Automakers like GM, Ford, and RAM spar over whose trucks last the longest. At least as far as this study goes, the answer is Toyota's Tundra!"

I'm giddy with anticipation for the American truck apologists responses

 

[JLS]

https://www.torquenews.com/1083/toyota-dominates-list-longest-lasting-models-your-toyota-list

"Automakers like GM, Ford, and RAM spar over whose trucks last the longest. At least as far as this study goes, the answer is Toyota's Tundra!"

I'm giddy with anticipation for the American truck apologists responses

It all depends on what your priorities are I guess. During my research, I kept coming back to Toyota's reliability ratings time and again. I'm not willing to drop 50 grand on a truck, only to drive it 3-5 years. I want the confidence I can buy a truck with 80k on the odometer and be able to drive it for 10-15 years. I can upgrade suspension. Hell, I can add lockers if necessary.

It's a lot of money and people need to spend it on what they're comfortable buying. All vehicles have their quirks, and anyone who says otherwise is absolutely full of shit. Drive what makes you happy.

 

[Zach]

'01 F250, 310k....

 

[Irrelevant]

https://www.torquenews.com/1083/toyota-dominates-list-longest-lasting-models-your-toyota-list

"Automakers like GM, Ford, and RAM spar over whose trucks last the longest. At least as far as this study goes, the answer is Toyota's Tundra!"

I'm giddy with anticipation for the American truck apologists responses

Did you see how many American companies are on that list? I was pleased that we when 2 for 3 and the 3rd is a new model that came out last year.

 

[MThuntr]

Technically Tundra is an American truck...made in Texas

 

[Hilljackoutlaw]

They can spar all they want over the longest lasting. F150, silverado, and ram in that order are still the best selling vehicles every year. That's vehicles not just trucks. They must get from point A to point B pretty good.
To each their own like JLS said drive what makes you happy, But this argument with today's technology is just pointless.
Tundra sells so badly there is talk of discontinuing the truck. I like tundras but when it comes to sales they dont have a leg to stand on. They just cant crack the American full size pickup nut.

 

[Hilljackoutlaw]

Just what I've heard. They completely redesigned the truck for 2020 with big changes. So I speculate this also.

 

[el unit]

My 1985 Toyota never fails me. Used daily. 165k on the odometer.
My 2008 Dodge 3500 has the same mileage and it's been a good truck from the start, too.

 

[LuketheDog]

They can spar all they want over the longest lasting. F150, silverado, and ram in that order are still the best selling vehicles every year. That's vehicles not just trucks. They must get from point A to point B pretty good.
To each their own like JLS said drive what makes you happy, But this argument with today's technology is just pointless.

Yeah, what the heck does that have to do with anything?! I mean, I don't care how long my truck lasts as long as I look bitchin' in it and can trade it in for a huge loss in 3-4 years

 

[JLS]

I don't even factor new sales numbers into my decision. I look at reliability and resale value for numbers. Just because a lot of people drive them doesn't mean it's a good choice.

 

[Hilljackoutlaw]

Yeah, what the heck does that have to do with anything?! I mean, I don't care how long my truck lasts as long as I look bitchin' in it and can trade it in for a huge loss in 3-4 years

My dad's never traded for a loss in 35 years. Maybe your doing it wrong.

 

[LuketheDog]

Tundra sells so badly there is talk of discontinuing the truck.

I'd love to see a source for this, because my understanding is that it's false, and there's a redesigned Tundra coming out in the 2021 model year...

 

[Hilljackoutlaw]

The 2020 truck is on lots now and is the same model that's been out for 13 years.

I don't understand why we need to speak in hyperbole in the age of information. I'm seeing this all the time lately and it's driving me nuts.

Sorry 2021...and the current model is from 2016 not 13 years ago.

 

[LuketheDog]

My dad's never traded for a loss in 35 years. Maybe your doing it wrong.

I drive a Tundra, not worried about it...

 

[JLS]

Sorry 2021...and the current model is from 2016 not 13 years ago.

Actually, the 3rd generation is considered 2014 to present. Absent a different transfer case, the 5.7L engine and drive train have not changed since 2007. The 4.7L engine was slightly redesigned to a 4.6L in 2010, and the timing belt changed to a timing chain. Other than that, the only changes have been to the body and the interior.

 

[Deleted member 16014]

...Edited, mom says if you can't say something nice...

 

[Hilljackoutlaw]

I drive a Tundra, not worried about it...

I have had chevy trucks and 4runners.
99 S10. 99 4runner
04 silverado. 06 4runner
09 silverado. 19 4runner

None of them have been more reliable than the other. Like I said pointless argument. Nothing anybody can say will convince me your truck is better because.....its all about personal comfort and brand loyalty.

 

[JLS]

Edited, mom says if you can't say something nice...

Anyone who believes they aren't losing money when they trade in a vehicle needs to revisit their economics and finance studies.

 

[Hilljackoutlaw]

Actually, the 3rd generation is considered 2014 to present. Absent a different transfer case, the 5.7L engine and drive train have not changed since 2007. The 4.7L engine was slightly redesigned to a 4.6L in 2010, and the timing belt changed to a timing chain. Other than that, the only changes have been to the body and the interior.

Ur correct the last major model change was 2014. Tacoma was 2016.

 

[MT Bound]

2002 Chevy Silverado, 298k miles, I'm happy w/it, just hope it keeps hangin on....