Upgrade my 1958 to mid trim?

[ewarren423]

HI All!
Well I'm a month in and really like this car!
So much so that im considering upgrading to the mid trim with premium package.
Dealer not giving me a great trade in price (48.5k) but would give ~4k off the LC trim.
Makes the net difference about 18k with tax.
Crazy to take such a hit now and do this?

 

[Nuke]

Hmm, yep, you would a BIG hit, no matter how the dealer slices it. Consider going for a 2025 model, as one can already configure them on the Toyota website. I personally have done so, and have one (our first LC since 1990) in the queue. Sure, it might take a few months, but worth the wait for precisely what we wish, which did not materialize for the 2024 model year. (Long story!)

 

[bennettlo]

I have the 1958 too and am enjoying it and will stick with it. That said, I believe the LC LC is the right choice for most people and you do get a lot for the ~6k price difference between the two.

18K seems like a whole lot to me and I know you specified the LC LC Premium here. If it's going to drive you crazy having the 1958 and you can afford it, then do it.

 

[Don]

What would your vehicle sell for on cars and bids?

 

[lcgeek]

Why?

 

[ewarren423]

What would your vehicle sell for on cars and bids?

Problem is if I sold it independently, I would lose the tax benefit, which is about 3000

 

[ewarren423]

Good question on the Y… I think the main reason are the cameras the bigger screen and that’s about it. The leather is nice but I could take it or leave it. I’ve added the rock rails and illuminated door cells which are nice touch.
Good point on the 25 I just wouldn’t be able to get 4-5 k off

 

[NoMe cruiser]

Maybe just shop around for a used premie. Many people get the latest and greatest vehicles. The 4Runner trailhunter has a snorkel and will be available soon. Every other bro is gonna jump all over that.

 

[EOD Guy]

I'd say...... make a list of pros/cons and if you can live with it, go for it!

 

[Nuke]

Maybe just shop around for a used premie. Many people get the latest and greatest vehicles. The 4Runner trailhunter has a snorkel and will be available soon. Every other bro is gonna jump all over that.

The 2025 4Runner is going to have SO many more trim levels than the LC. However, I think more focused on the younger (than me!) customer. Forward of the rear seat, the 4Runner interior is a carbon copy of the new Tacoma. Think back to when the 4Runner was born, a modified pickup.

 

[Esquire]

The LC Premium is a significant upgrade over the 1958 both inside and outside. I would work a trade on a 2024.

The '25's will be a long way out before arrival and you will be paying MSRP or above.

They are low-balling you on your 1958. However, that is how it works. You would get more on a private sale, however, the trade has tax benefits.

All in all, I would definitely pay the difference to get into an LC Premium. It's worth a few extra bucks. Buy it, enjoy it, drive it, and keep it for the long haul.

 

[Bappy]

Just put it up for what you paid and see what offers you get cannot hurt.

 

[Nuke]

The '25's will be a long way out before arrival and you will be paying MSRP or above.

January?.... However, apparently orders are being processed. No significant changes.

 

[ewarren423]

dealer has come back to make it ~15k difference

now the q is, do I do it??

on the 1958 I like:
round lights
simplicity
cloth seats
18" wheels
rock sliders
illuminated sills

on the LC trim I like:
the larger screen
the additional cameras

I'm not sure about the following:
think I prefer the sliders vs the running boards but not to a point I'd swap them
not sure I'd use the roof rails or cross bars
I could probably live with the 20" wheels but prefer the others


anything major I'm leaving out?

 

[Muddygriff]

Are you taking it off roading or keeping it on the streets? If not trail riding, then I’d stick with the ‘58. For me, the stabilizer disconnect is a must have and not offered on the ‘58 (correct me if I’m wrong and I’ll switch my order!). The cameras, leather/softex leather, bigger screen are all nice-to-have’s, but I don’t really need them that much. Also, it is a bugger to find 18” wheels where I am, and that is a must have for my trail fun, so that’s a plus for the ‘58. Otherwise, the driving features like ACC/LKA and all the safety features I believe are the same for both trims. I am awaiting a LC mid trim with as few add ons as possible, but I gotta 8 hour drive to get those 18’s

 

[ewarren423]

as much as id like to say ill be taking it off road I probably will never do that

 

[Muddygriff]

I’d stick with the ‘58 then. If you want to trade it in a few years from now I bet it will hold its value relative to other brands. I am astounded at how expensive used LC’s are from even 5+ years ago.

 

[880]

dealer has come back to make it ~15k difference

now the q is, do I do it??

on the 1958 I like:
round lights
simplicity
cloth seats
18" wheels
rock sliders
illuminated sills

on the LC trim I like:
the larger screen
the additional cameras

I'm not sure about the following:
think I prefer the sliders vs the running boards but not to a point I'd swap them
not sure I'd use the roof rails or cross bars
I could probably live with the 20" wheels but prefer the others


anything major I'm leaving out?

From your list, it really depends how much you value the larger screen and additional cameras. For me, it's the looks on the 1958 that made me choose it.

 

[cvx5832LC]

Tough decision for sure. But if you're a long-termer with cars, it might be worth it to move into something you really like. That said, distinguishing need, want, or FOMO is what really needs figuring out.

 

[fftfk]

Problem is if I sold it independently, I would lose the tax benefit, which is about 3000

There is a good chance you will do better than the tax benefit on enthusiast vehicles. I was trading in a 2 door base Bronco for my Land Cruiser. The dealer offered me $31k trade. I put it on Bring a Trailer and sold it for $38k more than offsetting the tax benefit.