Overview & Reviews
The 1997 Toyota Tacoma receives several new value packages that make optioning the truck easier. A locking rear-wheel differential is now available on all 4WD models. Bucket seats can be had on all Xtracab Tacomas this year; not just the SR5. Two-wheel-drive models have new headlamps and a new grille that make the vehicle look more like the T100.
- Powerful, rugged, and reliable.
- Luke-warm about the revised styling. Dangerously close to full-size truck prices.
User Reviews:
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Tacomas really are indestructible - 1997 Toyota Tacoma
By haus - May 11 - 7:23 amI love my Tacoma. I dont think there is any other truck that can do what this has. I have 185000 miles on mine and havent replaced anything except for the brakes and timing belt.
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no worries - 1997 Toyota Tacoma
By happytoyotaguy - December 2 - 4:46 pmBy far and away, the most reliable vehicle i have ever owned... at 100,000 miles its just getting broken in... the a/c and heater work almost too well... with toyota quality there are no worries
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Japanese WorkHorse - 1997 Toyota Tacoma
By Thai4Ever - December 2 - 1:50 amI got the truck at 75,000 miles. It blew a head gasket at 238,000 miles. I had the engine rebuilt for $3,300 with new clutch in 2007. I have 271,000 miles on it now. Minor problem was o2 sensor, catalytic converter, and seat belt buckle. I have driven this truck in soft nc obx sand, and red Clay in Northapton county. Its hard to get stuck. Ive never been stuck. Its is a classic workhorse. Awesome truck. My kids grew up in it, but now the extended cab is too small. Sorry to see her go. This a a truck you can push the limits. That means challenge it, drive it till it falls apart.
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Many, many miles... many more to go! - 1997 Toyota Tacoma
By Tough Tacoma - November 22 - 9:10 amI bought this truck in 9/07 with 204000 miles on it from a neighbor who purchased it new in 1997. Exterior has lots of bumps and bruises, paint is pretty shabby. However the interior is very nice and the mechanicals are in excellent shape. I think it will last another 10 years, no problem!
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Love it! - 1997 Toyota Tacoma
By JKFlip - May 6 - 10:00 amLove my truck. Bought it 3 1/2 years ago already 3 years old and have never had a single bit of trouble with it. Great in snow/ice with 4 wheel drive on and couple sand bags in bed. AC ice cold, runs smooth, great for hauling stuff around. Seems to be holding its value great and every time I got to Home Depot someone offers to buy it! Id buy another in a minute!
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97 tacoma 4wd ext. cab - 1997 Toyota Tacoma
By nodsyab - March 25 - 10:00 amExcellent build quality, paint and bodywork excellent after almost 6 yrs. Strong and powerful. Pulls trailers with heavy loads 3k+ well.
