How to Locate a Toyota Tacoma

The 2010 Toyota Tacoma topped the "U.S. News & World Report" list of best compact pickup trucks. The magazine cited the Tacoma's "car-like interior and robust capabilities," noting the truck is available in three different cab configurations and with two different engines. If you're in the market for a new or used Tacoma, searching listings from dealerships and private parties can help you locate your vehicle.

Difficulty:

Moderate

Instructions

1. Finding A New Tacoma

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     Go to the Edmunds home page, and use the "New Cars" section to begin your search. The site uses your zip code and vehicle make and model to show you new Tacomas in your area.

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     Utilize the additional criteria available on the search results page if you want to widen or narrow your search.

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     Use the site's search engine to find Edmunds' reviews of the Toyota Tacoma if you want additional insight to guide your purchase.

   Locating Used Tacomas at Dealerships

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     Go to the Toyota Certified Used Vehicles home page, and look for the "Find My Vehicle" section on the left side of the screen. Specify a search radius and model years to find used Tacomas in your area.

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     Modify the criteria at the top of the search results page if you wish to see more or fewer vehicles.

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     Visit the AutoTrader home page, and use the "Find Cars" feature to search for a used Tacoma. The site asks you questions to help you locate a vehicle that is close to your criteria. Questions include the model years you are willing to consider and the price range you have in mind. You can choose to answer additional questions to make the search even more specific.

   Finding Private Parties With Used Tacomas

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     Visit the eBay Motors website, and search the Toyota Tacoma listings for a model that meets your needs. The site offers vehicles for auction, as well as "Buy It Now" listings that allow you to purchase a car or truck immediately.

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     Post a "wanted ad" in eBay's "Want it Now" section if the existing vehhicles don't meet your needs.

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     Describe the type of vehicle you want, including model year, mileage and features. Sellers who search the ads can contact if you if they have a vehicle matching your description.