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Brian @ Apr 8th 2008 10:15AM
Toyota = Junk . Toyota is so overrated . They must have paid Motor Trend off.
Dan Roth @ Apr 8th 2008 10:51AM
It's overrated to put your money where your mouth is with a make-good program that cuts live checks? Do you honestly think there are many other companies that would just give people money - even if those customers want to go buy something else? Think about that - 150% of the "excellent" value via a used vehicle price guide no matter the condition of the truck.
rar @ Apr 8th 2008 11:21AM
I am not a big fan of Toyota either but this is a smart move on their part. Spending a couple of $100,000 buying back old rusted out trucks is nothing compaired to spending millions in legal bills and possible payouts on lawsuits if some frames start failing while they are being drivin. Someone towing a trailer and the frame gives out, someone get hurt or killed, this is a known problem, instant lawsuit. This way they get the problem trucks off the road, maybe sell a few Tundras, and have some happy customers. Win Toyota.
R @ Apr 8th 2008 1:54PM
Exactly, very good move. Ford's response to the Pinto was horrendous. But all is forgiven I guess.
That One Person @ Apr 8th 2008 6:30PM
The Pinto? A car that hasn't been in production for almost thirty years? You think people have forgiven Ford for that? Oooooooooook!