Used 1998 Toyota T100 Extended Cab Consumer Reviews
Used T100 for sale
This is the best truck ever made. Period.
Ben, 01/04/2017
1998 Toyota T100 SR5 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.4L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
14 of 14 people found this review helpful
The T100 isn't fast nor flashy. It won't tow heavy loads. It doesn't have heated seats, climate control, navigation, or blind spot monitoring. Compared to todays trucks it's really quite a dinosaur. So how can I say it's the best truck ever made? Because it is. My 1998 3.4L SR5 4x4 is going on 20 years old. It's logged more than 205,000 miles, and many of those miles were off pavement in the mountains of Montana or on rocky trails in the Mojave Desert. Death Valley too. It's spent most of it's life stored outside in the blazing sun, neglected I'm ashamed to say. Despite all of this, every single bit of the truck still works. It still looks great too, and most importantly it starts every single time you turn the key. Once started, it goes places where most modern trucks wouldn't dare thanks to it's narrow width and ample ground clearance. You can even still chain up the front end should the going get tough. Try that on a new Tundra. They simply don't make trucks like this anymore. I've been asked many times if it's for sale. My answer is always the same, "no it isn't, and it never will be."
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They don't bulid them like this anymore
jfl1963, 12/15/2013
1998 Toyota T100 SR5 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.4L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
I've owned my truck for 11 years. I will take this truck to the grave with me. Over the 11 years, the truck has taken great care of me, and I have taken great care of it. Yes, I've replaced a few items that have failed, but the truck is 15 years old. Biggest expense was replacing full exhuast system last month. This truck has a perfect balance of everything: looks, size, reliability, and performance. I haul heavy materials and motorcycles in the bed and the truck never misses a beat. I'd have to spend $40K on a new truck to get what I get from my truck, and I could never justify that. I paid $15K with 50,000 miles on it. 11 years later, I have 127,000. Still going strong.
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My supercharged truck
Masloff, 09/03/2006
1998 Toyota T100 SR5 2dr Extended Cab SB (3.4L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
The driving on this vehicle is awesome. Quiet, comfortable, reliable, rides like a car.
Great Truck
Chris, 06/11/2008
1998 Toyota T100 SR5 2dr Extended Cab SB (3.4L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
The T-100 is an overall great truck. I have no complaints. Never had anything go wrong at all. Oil changes and tire rotations are all you really need to do. Very smooth ride, quiet engine, stylish look. The acceleration off the go could be a little better, which is the case with the 4Runner as well. My only gripe is that the interior is bland, which is the case with most Toyotas. Due to the fact that gas is now $5 per gallon, I'm selling the T-100 to purchase a Camry. I have to say that I am so damn upset about this. The T-100 gets good gas mileage for a truck, but not as good as a commuter car. Gotta do it.
Greatest Truck Ever
MPBJ, 02/05/2020
updated 02/16/2021
1998 Toyota T100 DX 2dr Extended Cab SB (3.4L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
My 1998 has 190,000 miles on it and it's just getting broken in. I have kept up the maintenance on it and have even given it a face lift with a new interior and after market CD/Satellite audio system. Finding some parts is getting a little difficult to find but so far the substitutes have worked out well. Car clear coat is breaking down since this vehicle has never been garaged. Getting ready to do my 4th timing belt and the parts that go with it. The only out of ordinary thing I have had to replace is 3 starters. Other than that I would call the rest routine maintenance. Update: OK, have almost 193K miles. Needed new plugs/wires ($60). Replaced throttle sensor ($40). Looking to replace tires, battery, and timing belt to the tune of about $2000. So do I put $2K in a truck that is only worth $2K? Well, it's not a five year monthly payment at about $550/month. Might do it just to see if I can get $3000-$4000 on the market. I sold the truck "as is" for $3500 with 195,000 miles. Told the new owner when to change the timing belt and approx cost. Sorry to see it go. It was on the market locally for all of 1 hour. First person that saw it bought it 4 hours later with cash. So I bought another Toyota truck! 2020 Tacoma 4x4 Sport. Took me about a week to learn all the bells and whistles, but looks to be a darn fine truck. See you again in 2043.
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This is a great vehicle
steve, 04/28/2007
1998 Toyota T100 DX 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.4L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I purchased my T100 from an indivdual who obviously took really good care of this truck. My truck now has 256,000+ mile and it still runs like new. The 6 cylinder engine is very strong, transmission is smooth and a really quiet ride. It's the perfect size truck for me. I have towed boats, trailers, and even other vehicles with my truck. It has never let me down. I am very pleased with my T100.
1998 T100 4WD
John, 07/21/2005
1998 Toyota T100 SR5 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.4L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
There is nothing to love about this truck. IF you can find one it's worth every penny. This truck puts both the new Tundra and Tacoma to shame both in looks and in quality. Only trouble with these trucks is they bring a premium price and are highly sought after. If they are in good shape they are expensive and sell very quickly.
Smart move!
Fishbone, 06/01/2004
1998 Toyota T100 SR5 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.4L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I made the transition from a Nissan compact truck to this gem. Not only am I amazed by the power of the V6, the good gas mileage and the dependability, I am most impressed by the ride. Honest, my '98 rides like a cadillac! I carry my 670 pound John Deere tractor and pull a trailer full of band gear all over the North Country and have never had a power issue. True love.
Tuff T100
1998 TOY T100, 06/23/2008
1998 Toyota T100 DX 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.4L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Purchased this vehicle new. Replaced timing chain, water pump, at 100000 as a maintenance measure. This truck was built tough and dependable. If you are looking for a 98 and able to find one, buy it. You won't regret it.
Solid Performer is Underrated
km, 03/25/2002
1998 Toyota T100 SR5 2dr Extended Cab SB (3.4L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Critics panned the T100 when it was introduced; too small, they said. It's the perfect size for me. Plenty of power, lots more cabin space than the Tacoma, plenty of cargo space, with Toyota reliability. At 6'2" I find plenty of room inside. It's been very reliable so far. The interior looks dated with the old style controls, and there are too many stalks on the steering column. Lacks niceties like cargo bed lamp, remote fuel hatch release, etc. It's no Tundra but doesn't cost nearly as much either. And it's a big step up from the Tacoma. Friends say the resale on it will be awful, nobody wants them. I say, "Resale? I'm going to drive it until it falls apart."