Am I getting ripped off?

666pack

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Hello,

I am in the process of buying a used Tacoma--really want a truck that I can afford that will also be reliable for years to come. I have taken out a loan to buy this truck from a dealer, but the KBB, edmonds, and other sites give me a lower figure than what I'm paying. However, the NADA figure is exactly what I'm paying.

This is my first vehicle purchase and I was hoping some of you finE gents and ladies could advise me a bit. Any info or advice is greatly appreciated.

So, is 9,000 too much for this truck? I've got the loan but haven't gone in to pay yet--I'll probably go in a couple of days. The Carfax says there was a "rear left back end" accident. I took the car to Firestone for a checkup, and told them what I was doing with it. They said they could find nothing wrong with it. However, I noticed that the shocks were maybe starting to go, as the ride was pretty bouncy. Please keep in mind that I know NOTHING about vehicles.

(sorry, but I am not yet able to post a link so here is the info:)
2001 TOYOTA TACOMA Price: $8,995
Details

Location
Henrico, Virginia
Make
TOYOTA
Model
TACOMA
Price
$8,995
VIN #
5TESN92N21Z792032
Stock #
19520
Body
2dr Xtracab PreRunne
Exterior Color
Green
Interior Color
Tan
Miles
110,444
Hwy MPG
18
City MPG
15
Cylinders
6 Cyl. DOH
Liters
3.
Trans
Automatic
Fuel
Gasoline

Features/Equipment
  • Tachometer
  • Dual Air Bags
  • Trip Odometer
  • Privacy Glass
  • Power Windows
  • Cruise Control
  • Reclining Seats
  • Day/Night Lever
  • Cloth Upholstery
  • Air Conditioning
  • Power Door Locks
  • Front Bucket Seats
  • Tilt Steering Wheel
  • Power Outside Mirrors
  • AM/FM Stereo Cassette & CD Player
THANK YOU
 
Hello,

I am in the process of buying a used Tacoma--really want a truck that I can afford that will also be reliable for years to come. I have taken out a loan to buy this truck from a dealer, but the KBB, edmonds, and other sites give me a lower figure than what I'm paying. However, the NADA figure is exactly what I'm paying.

This is my first vehicle purchase and I was hoping some of you finE gents and ladies could advise me a bit. Any info or advice is greatly appreciated.

So, is 9,000 too much for this truck? I've got the loan but haven't gone in to pay yet--I'll probably go in a couple of days. The Carfax says there was a "rear left back end" accident. I took the car to Firestone for a checkup, and told them what I was doing with it. They said they could find nothing wrong with it. However, I noticed that the shocks were maybe starting to go, as the ride was pretty bouncy. Please keep in mind that I know NOTHING about vehicles.

(sorry, but I am not yet able to post a link so here is the info:)
2001 TOYOTA TACOMA Price: $8,995
Details

Location
Henrico, Virginia
Make
TOYOTA
Model
TACOMA
Price
$8,995
VIN #
5TESN92N21Z792032
Stock #
19520
Body
2dr Xtracab PreRunne
Exterior Color
Green
Interior Color
Tan
Miles
110,444
Hwy MPG
18
City MPG
15
Cylinders
6 Cyl. DOH
Liters
3.
Trans
Automatic
Fuel
Gasoline

Features/Equipment
  • Tachometer
  • Dual Air Bags
  • Trip Odometer
  • Privacy Glass
  • Power Windows
  • Cruise Control
  • Reclining Seats
  • Day/Night Lever
  • Cloth Upholstery
  • Air Conditioning
  • Power Door Locks
  • Front Bucket Seats
  • Tilt Steering Wheel
  • Power Outside Mirrors
  • AM/FM Stereo Cassette & CD Player
THANK YOU
Never pay what they are asking. You can always talk them down. The one thing you have to remember is Toyota has a great resale value. And with just over 100k miles it's just breaking in. I had a 97 reg cab 4x4 and sold it for $4,000 with 285,000 miles on it. To answer your question your not over paying for a truck with low miles with it being over 10 yrs old. If it drives fine and you like it pull the trigger and go for it.
 
Awesome--thanks, man. The sticker price was 10,999, so I am paying the "cash price." (or so they say, heheh.) Everything I'm seeing from craigslist makes this seem like a decent deal. I am really excited--I've been saving for this thing for years.
 
Awesome--thanks, man. The sticker price was 10,999, so I am paying the "cash price." (or so they say, heheh.) Everything I'm seeing from craigslist makes this seem like a decent deal. I am really excited--I've been saving for this thing for years.
No worries man. That's why we are here. Your right down the road from me. You in Richmond?
 
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