NEVER Buy a Toyota Like THIS ONE! Hint : It's not The Sequoia!

This man is a blessing. Honestly, integrity, hard work, caring, and a platform to influence the next generation of mechanics (and everyone else). Congratulations on your well deserved success.

I have a 2004 with 535k 3- timing belt,water pump. Original engine and transmission. No leaks and still runs strong.

This video may have saved me from a disaster. I was getting ready to replace the steering rack on my ‘99 4Runner. I had just watched this video and decided I should inspect the vehicle very closely. I knew my frame was getting rusty but I kept telling myself that it wasn’t that bad. Well, a proper inspection revealed that the inside of the passenger side frame rail was completely rusted through along the bottom edge. This is where the lower control arm bracket for the rear axle is attached to the frame. I decided immediately that the vehicle was no longer fit for service. I can’t thank you enough for inspiring me to do the right thing.

I had a 2003 Tacoma that had a rotted frame. In 2013, when I bought it, Toyota still was doing the free frame recalls. It was quite an ordeal, I've never seen a whole frame swap until that point. I was amazed. In 2 days, the technicians had a brand new frame, lower control arms, entire brake system, fuel lines, rear suspension, spare tire carrier, etc... installed. It was almost $15k in parts and labor that was free due to the recall. It was a wonder truck after all that was fixed. I wish I still had it. But a couple years later, I was too tempted by a full-size crew cab Chevy 4x4. Looking back, I wish I had kept the Tacoma.

Sitting in my 06 Sequoia now. 224k miles. Still excellent condition. Best vehicle I have owned. I am the warranty. Update 8/20/23- Just finished 7086.4 mile drive around the country. Zero significant problems.

The gas lever and trunk lever are bearable. I would've walked away after seeing the shifter completely broke off. The rust just sent it over the hill. Sorry for whoever bought, the cheap price should've been the biggest red flag.

I’ve asked so many dealers and private sellers to send me photos of the frame of “clean” Toyotas. They rarely will agree to that because they know the frames are bad. Thanks so much for doing what you do🙏🏼

Original owner had anger management issues.

What a great technician this man is. Total professional.

His casual and calm "no big deal" attitude and sarcasm has me on the edge of my seat! 😂 Thank you @CCN

Great video. As a Toyota Master Tech I've seen tons of frames replaced under warranty. Mostly a northern issue due to salted roads. But also here in Florida is the tow a boat to the ocean. Salt water reak havoc on those frames. Always look underneath these vehicles

This man just saved a lot of people's lives in particular those who aren't aware of dangerous structural deficiencies, I remember years ago being almost ripped off looking for work vans every vehicle I checked out had a rotten frame, the dealer was unscrupulous.

Did the guy who brought that car even bother looking anywhere but the painted outside of it? Crazy purchase.

We purchased a brand new 2003 Sequoia. Turned 20 years old. NEVER had a problem. NEVER been to the dealer. I maintain it myself. Will keep until the day I die. This is a excellent vehicle.

You captivated me with this video! FIRST TIME I’VE WATCHED THE ENTIRETY. Extremely informative and well laid out.

Thank you for this video and showing how a buyer can ignore problems. Almost talking themselves into buying that they should run away from. Great video!

Thank you for this video. We always hear “check for rust” when talking about used cars, but actually seeing a bad one is super helpful to those of us who don’t get under a different car every day and see the spectrum of what can happen.

In Russia we usually look at the condition of the frame first of all. That is all because the factory code is written on the frame, and if it is unreadable, it is almost impossible to get the car registered. Thank you for the video.

Honesty is the best policy. Period. Best, informative video I’ve seen in a loooong time.

What a great channel, very smart, professional and articulate with no " good ol boy" mentality. You are respectable, thank you