1993 Toyota Pickup DX 3.0L V6 from North America

Summary:

Very reliable truck, great value

Faults:

Only one manufacturer recall for a minor issue.

No major mechanical issues with the truck over its entire life.

Only routine maintenance, and the infrequent replacement of a worn part.

Had to replace the radiator once because of a crack... don't know if it was due to road damage or bad manufacturing. That was the most expensive repair I ever had to pay for.

General Comments:

1993 Toyota 4x4 Pickup with a 3.0L V6.

This is by far the best vehicle I have ever owned.

I owned it for almost 17 years. Even though I bought a new car several years ago, I kept this truck because there was nothing wrong with it, and it was so reliable.

Unfortunately it was totaled in an accident. I received almost $4000 (Bluebook value) in settlement... not too bad for a 17 year old truck that I paid $13,500 for back in 1993!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 21st February, 2010

1993 Toyota Pickup 4x4 6 cylinder from North America

Summary:

Great truck; runs well and handles great

Faults:

Head Gasket is leaking and needs replaced.

General Comments:

Great truck, handles well. Does very well on snow and ice with 4 wheel drive. Seats are not real comfortable.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 3rd September, 2006

1993 Toyota Pickup 22RE from North America

Summary:

Toyota should ditch the Tacoma line and go back to building these

Faults:

The Heater A/C Fan speed control is not very reliable. They're using a resistive element to control the speed. Individual speeds can cease to work (currently my number 2 and 3 speeds are dead).

General Comments:

Over-all a very well built little truck. It's just coming around for its first engine overhaul at almost 300,000 miles. there are plenty of after-market parts available if you know where to look, and the lack of these guys in junkyards is a testament to how many are still on the road today. Even burning oil, there is plenty of speed.

If possible find a 4-Runner instrument cluster (with a tachometer, oil pressure, and volt-meter) and front bucket seats (the bench is a little too utilitarian).

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know

Review Date: 29th December, 2005

17th May 2006, 08:24

Yes, the autos are just as reliable, though performance will suffer slightly. I've driven both and own the manual (a 1994). Go for the automatic if that's what you want--it won't let you down.

27th Jun 2006, 22:43

I was wondering if I could install a tachometer on a 1992 DLX pick up? if so is it fairly simple or is it something I have to drill some holes and stuff?

14th Jan 2007, 23:44

Yes it is very easy to is stall a after market tack I installed one on my 1990 toyota pickup. they cost about $36.00 at any local auto parts store and takes about 30 or so minutes to put in.

1993 Toyota Pickup 2WD Short Bed Standard 22RE from North America

Summary:

Dependable

Faults:

No major breakdowns.

General Comments:

The Truck used to be a delivery Truck. Has plenty of miles and runs strong. Seats a bit uncomfortable, but mechanically a strong little truck. Engine was inspected and compression is factory specs for the mileage it has. I have seen these trucks with 300k miles on them.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 3rd June, 2005

5th Apr 2014, 23:24

I have a "93" standard 5 speed P/U with the legendary 22re engine.... Just replaced the timing chain at 145000 miles.. Original plastic guide driver's side completely sheared off and fell into the oil pan. I was told by a mechanic that it broke due to my downshifting habit. Replaced water pump and hoses at the same time. Switched to 10/40 synthetic oil. Have ordered a clutch kit. Makes a squeal noise when starting in 1st. Thought it was a loose belt.

1993 Toyota Pickup DX Extended Cab Four cylinder, 2.4 from North America

Summary:

Highly recommend

Faults:

Nothing except for normal wear and tear.

General Comments:

Very reliable and roomy pickup. Used for surf fishing (spent a lot time on the beach and never got stuck) and home maintenance chores.

I've owned a number of pickups (Ford, Mazda before they were Ford, and Dodge) and this truck was the best of all. Hated to sell, but with a new family, an SUV was required.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 22nd March, 2005

1993 Toyota Pickup SR5 3.0 from North America

Summary:

Toyota trucks are tough as nails

Faults:

Driver-side front axle boot busted. don't know how, but probably my fault.

Seat belts don't retract all the way.

Clutch started to go out when I first purchased it, but it still is working almost flawlessly.

Door locks are worn out and hard to turn.

General Comments:

Toyota's are great trucks to own. I have had mine for almost 5 months and put almost 26000 miles on it, and still it runs like the day I bought it. I would defiantly recomend this truck to anyone who is looking for a truck that handles excellent off and on road.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 8th November, 2004

30th Mar 2008, 13:25

We purchased our 1992 Toyota pickup SR5 V6 brand new, which now has 79,500 miles on it, been undercoated every year, starts every time; was recalled at 65,000 for a new head gasket, only problem we had was a steel tubing rusted out that go to front brake drums and then I had both of them changed, no other problems since, and the battery in it is still original.