Overview & Reviews
For the 1996 Toyota Tacoma, Regular Cab 4WD models can be equipped with a new Off-Road Package.
User Reviews:
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RB - 1996 Toyota Tacoma
By Tacoma - September 30 - 6:23 amVery dependable. Only disappointment, wheel well rust way too soon.
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Tacoma wish it were a trophy truck - 1996 Toyota Tacoma
By rambo for hire - September 18 - 6:26 pm2.7 169,000 on it. I purchised this truck from an air force full bird col. that told me he never did anything maintenance wise, but put 31 bfgs ats, but the first week I noticed a fuel leak in the #4 injector bank bad o-ring was the problem but replaced all 4 along with other related parts. Then I noticed during the summer when the engine was hot it was hard to start, mass airflow was dirty cleaned it with b-12 works great. Then came the front wheel bearing that went, i never seen one as hard as this the best way to tackle this is to take the spindle off and take it to Toyota service department, be sure not to damage the brass bushings you have to buy a new hub for $168.00.
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Tacoma LX -Ext Cab - 1996 Toyota Tacoma
By Stafford - July 16 - 10:00 amAbsolutely no repairs other than front brakes replaced at 75,000 miles. Vehicle is quiet and solid with no rattles.
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Not sure these trucks can be killed. - 1996 Toyota Tacoma
By shelbert1 - July 13 - 8:17 amI have owned 2 vehicles since 1985, my whole driving life. My 1st truck at 15 was a 1980 toyota pickup, I ran it to 550k miles before giving it to my brother in 1998. I purchases this 1996 Tacoma as a replacement. Was hoping for half the life of my 1st. It did not disappointed me yet. Just turned over 350k miles and is still my daily driver. Would not even think twice about heading cross country. I have replaced a starter, clutch master cylinder, and all bushings and ball joints (only one failed but I changed them all). Have yet to even replace the clutch but it is starting to slip I will buy another one if this one does give it up.
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The Original Tonka Truck - 1996 Toyota Tacoma
By khoisklone - June 8 - 10:00 amI bought this from a friend who took good care of it but never used it. NEVER had any problems with this truck, just regular oil changes and tune-ups. Great city driving, very good handling for such a longer vehicle, but this (my) truck craves the out doors. It loves dirt roads, rocky roads and shallow streams. Drives through snow like it was four- wheel-drive. In many ways this truck is like an baseball glove. The older it gets the more character it has. And with age the glove and the truck forms around its user - it is very responsive to my needs.
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Toy equals Joy - 1996 Toyota Tacoma
By BIGRED - April 21 - 10:00 amGreat all around vehicle, never had a single problem mechanically and absolutely wonderful to drive.
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Like A Dream - 1996 Toyota Tacoma
By BroncoTBone - December 28 - 10:00 amI purchased my 1996 Tacoma a few months ago, and have had nothing but beautiful experiences with it. It drives very well, has a buttery smooth (if a little stiff) manual tranny. The ride is a little harsh, but its a truck, not a Lexus. It tackles gnarly dirt trails, and twisty mountain pavement with equal tenacity. The V6 is tremendously flexible, and has a wide, useful powerband. The only complaint I have is the lack of power options (windows, mirrors) but I didnt buy the truck new, so I cant whine too much. Id recommend a Tacoma to anyone who needs a capable light truck.
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Amazing! - 1996 Toyota Tacoma
By jim - December 18 - 2:13 pmMy ratings are based on this trucks performance in its best days. 4cyl, 4 spd, basic model. Sadly, at 310,000 miles its begining to decline. I bought it with 4500 miles and since then all thats been replaced other than the usual things is the starter - NOTHING ELSE! Clutch began to slip at 290,000; AC broke at 295,000 but thats it! Im having to downshift a lot to get it up hills but its been a phenomenal vehicle. I just sold an 03 fully equipped 4wd CrewCab Tacoma with almost 100k that looked and performed like new. Sad to see it go but I didnt need a fancy commuter anymore. Hope our 01 Sequoia will perform as well even with all its fancy stuff.
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I Love My Toyota - 1996 Toyota Tacoma
By joe - December 8 - 12:06 amI bought my Toyota at 118,000 , and after replacing little things here and there, it still runs like new and looks good. It has seen mud and water door high and have not got it stuck yet. I will have this truck restored and give it to my son (maybe) I do love my truck..
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96 Tacoma - 1996 Toyota Tacoma
By Howard_Erbe - October 27 - 10:00 amI have had nothing but good luck with this vehicle, Im just getting ready to do the 90,000 go through with this truck.
