The Best Midsize Pickup Truck: Why the 2006 Toyota Tacoma Stands Out

In this video, the host shares their enthusiasm for the 2006 Toyota Tacoma pickup truck, a vehicle that has earned a reputation for its durability and reliability. According to the host, people are willing to pay a premium for used Toyota Tacomas because they last so long. This is largely due to the fact that they have a four-cylinder engine, which is not only fuel-efficient but also easy on maintenance.

The host notes that a four-cylinder engine provides ample working room, making it an ideal choice for those who don't want to spend hours tinkering with their vehicle. Additionally, the Tacoma's transmission is considered dependable, with the host mentioning that they have never seen one break down. The four-speed automatic transmission is also noteworthy, as it offers good gas mileage on the highway.

One of the key benefits of owning a Toyota Tacoma is its towing capacity. Despite being a midsize pickup truck, the Tacoma can tow up to 3,500 pounds, making it an excellent choice for those who need to haul heavy loads. However, the host notes that the best way to determine a Tacoma's true capabilities is to check the specifications and ensure that it has the correct engine and transmission.

The host also shares their personal experience with owning a Toyota Tacoma, which they purchased in 2003. Despite having put over 500,000 miles on it, the truck still runs like new. The host attributes this to the fact that Toyotas are known for their reliability and durability, making them a great choice for those who want a vehicle that can withstand the test of time.

In contrast, other midsize pickup trucks may not hold up as well over time. For example, the host notes that some customers have purchased Ford F-150s with big V8 engines, only to find out that they are prone to breaking down after just a few years. The host emphasizes that it's often better to opt for a more reliable vehicle like the Toyota Tacoma.

When it comes to buying a used Toyota Tacoma, the host warns that prices can be steep. In fact, they have seen used Tacomas sell for anywhere from $6,000 to $16,000. However, the host notes that these prices are well worth it, considering the vehicle's durability and reliability.

The host also shares their experience with other midsize pickup trucks, including the Ram 1500. While the Ram may look sleek and modern, the host notes that it is not as reliable as the Toyota Tacoma. In fact, they have seen used Rams sell for lower prices than Tacomas, even when they have been damaged in accidents.

In conclusion, the 2006 Toyota Tacoma stands out as an excellent midsize pickup truck. Its four-cylinder engine provides ample working room and fuel efficiency, while its transmission is dependable and easy to maintain. The truck's towing capacity is also impressive, making it an ideal choice for those who need to haul heavy loads. With proper care and maintenance, a Toyota Tacoma can last for many years, making it a great investment for anyone looking for a reliable vehicle.

"WEBVTTKind: captionsLanguage: enrev up your engines so now I'm gonna talkabout why this 2006 Toyota Tacoma pickuptruck it's probably the best midsizepickup truck made, people want a lotof money for a used Toyota Tacoma pickup truck but that's cuz they last so long afour-cylinder engine like this one itsbabies 14 years old barely broken instill runs like new as you can see witha four-cylinder engine all kinds ofworking room now it is a Toyota sonormally you don't have to do muchworking on it but when you do there'splenty of room this could still towed3500 pounds you can get a tow package back in 2006 if you got the six cylindertow package just think of tow 6500pounds my customer doesn't tell hardlyanything he doesn't even have a tow set up and he's never towed anythinghe's got the camper top he likes goingcamping with it rains a lot here inHoustonkeep the rain off your stuff whenthey're moving around it's no racingmachine this 4-cylinder puts on 159horsepower now if you wanted more horsepower you can get a v6 and that's it itbump it up to 236 horsepower quiterespectable but me I like the fourbangers they can run for everthis one's 14 years old it's barelybroken in it's got the engine with thetiming chain you know flimsy belt thesethings can go I got customers with fivehundred thousand miles on these andthey're still running strong stop you'relooking at an older one get yourself ahammer and crawl under give it a few taps here and there this isa texas car anyways it mansolid metal it's not rust on his frameI've seen some of them came down here from Boston Buffalo and their frames werethey were totally rotting away but I dohave to say I told them to complain toToyota they put a new frame on for freethat's a job taking the whole truckapart putting it on another frame butthey did it and it is really easy totest with a hammer like I show ya you'regonna hear that solid matter you can'tsee you can see it's not rusted off ifyou hit her crotch and pieces bendingyeah sure either don't buy it or beforeyou buy you called Toyota and say I gotthis truck with a rotten frame will youput a new frame in it andthey say yeah then buy it cheap andlet them put a new frame on as we goinside this one you know they're prettyplain Jane I got comfortable seats thisparticular one has the old tiny babyseats in the back you can put kids backthere and stuff it's uh it's a smallamount of space someone can sit inpretty much basic truck this one's got aCD player carts gets older it's gotdecent speakers that was all greaterthan this particular design it's got avery dependable transmission this onehas a four-speed automatic as far as Ican see they're bulletproof I've neverseen one actually break and they getdecent gas mileage on the highway thisparticular one gets about 23 miles agallon on the highway yeah of courseit's not great it's a pickup truck youdon't get a pickup truck to get gas muchthey're not racing trucks pretty basicsuspension and they're not fancygood-looking trucks like Ram is goingall these designs and making it looklike something out of a Star Wars moviethey'll just play all trucks thisparticular one is the ultimate inplaying trucks it's white because whitepaint doesn't fadeits dirt as can be a lot of that is prettystained you could polish it out if youwanted but they will always start up and run this customer he retired three years agohe said he thinks he's put about athousand miles on it in the last threeyears yeah it still starts up fine and the AC it blows freezing cold it's asimple rear-wheel drive configurationthat you just run forever kind ofreminder my samsung phone it's abusiness phone for me so I want a phonethat works that has great software thatdoesn't have problems and yeah I paidtoo much for this and if you look for agood used toyota tacoma you're probablygonna pay too much for it a few of mycustomers they went out by our use ramtruck cuz they said i couldn't find anytruck home there's no ones i found theywould just do expensive but guess whatthe next five years if they kept them thatlong stuff broke went wrong you don'thave that problem with Toyotas you keepthem foreveryou might even think about buying a newone they're not even worrying abouttrying to find a good used one now I gavean old tacoma to my oldest son myyoungest son I was gonna try to find onefor him he said I dad forget it I'm justgonna buy a newcuz I'm gonna keep it for 20-30 yearstomorrow so I'll just buy new one totake care of me dead and he's totallyhappy and he bought the four-banger hedidn't buy the six he bought thetwo-wheel-drive didn't buy theall-wheel-drive work truck always gosimple let's say you're gonna get a Fordpickup truck a big v8 right don't buyone it's got some little bitty enginethat's turbocharged and as gasolinedirect injection all that stuff's gonnabreak one aage this thing is not of itit has normal fuel injection it's got asimple four-speed automatic transmissionrear-wheel drive no transfer case tobrush it is a great midsize pickup truckI'm sure it's not gonna win any stylecontest but that's not what a pickuptruck is for it's for working it it'sfor hauling stuff you don't care mudgets on it you don't care if it gets ading here and there so if you're lookingfor the best midsize pickup really youcan't go wrong with it the coma they'vejust been that way for a long time witha proven track record that you can't buywith false advertising in most cases youget what you pay for so don't expect tofind one dirt cheap this is a 2006 I'veseen used ones go anywhere from 6,000 to 16,000 dollarsthey know they last yes you're gonna paymore for them but if you want somethingthat lasts a long time I buy one thathas body damage when things are smashedup they don't go for much there's aninsane after market for these everythingfenders you name it really low-pricedsure they're made overseas what do youcare a bumper is a bumper fendersare just press steel just don'tforget to check the frame to make sureit's not rottenson is in the way, so if you never want tomiss another one of my new car repairvideos, remember to ring that Bell\n"