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Advice Needed: Convincing Husband to Go Tesla
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In 1991, North American production began at the NUMMI plant in Fremont, California (the VIN on these trucks starts with '4T'), however some trucks sold in the United States during the 1991–1995 model years were still manufactured in Japan (VIN starts with 'JT').
The Hilux received a minor facelift in 1991 (for the 1992 model year), which was a minor grille change and the new Toyota emblem that had been recently adopted.
It was during this generation that Toyota discontinued the Hilux in the United States, replacing it with the new Tacoma for the 1995 model year.[1[/QUOTE]
hmmm from Hilux to Tesla, same factory
The Hilux received a minor facelift in 1991 (for the 1992 model year), which was a minor grille change and the new Toyota emblem that had been recently adopted.
It was during this generation that Toyota discontinued the Hilux in the United States, replacing it with the new Tacoma for the 1995 model year.[1[/QUOTE]
hmmm from Hilux to Tesla, same factory
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Good-Natured Rascal
Wasn’t the Hilux just called “Truck” in the early days just as the MasterAce was just called “Van”
Being born and raised in Jersey, I may have driven the turnpike about 10 times in my life. I prefer the non-toll alternatives. But I've heard NJ also offers discount toll rates on EZ Pass with an EV on the Turnpike and Parkway, so perhaps I might not try so hard to avoid it anymore.
I wish it was just a hose issue, haha. It's a hole from rust at the top of the actual tank. No leak when I keep it under 3/4 of a tank so that's what I've been doing for the past few months.
What about a nice long "discussion" AFTER dinner?
It was a good night
Came home to him watching a youtube video he found himself. Good news!
We talked more last night and you're right, there was more to it. Now it's "just a gut feeling" about putting a lump sum of savings down on a new car - which I was sure to counter with the fact that I need a new car regardless, and anything else we're saving for (like home improvements) would clear out our savings anyway. Plus, yolo right?
And you bought "that"? You really think that's his main concern? He is stalling. I am not sure what for... is your birthday coming up?
Definitely not a birthday or anniversary, they both just passed over the past two months. He feels like he's in the clear now that Christmas-Anniversary-Birthday-Valentine's Day are all out of the way haha.
I have only one question, how did you husband import a Toyota Hilux? Also what country are you from?
Fifth generation (N80, N90, N100, N110; 1988–1997)[edit]
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Fifth generation (N80, N90, N100, N110)
1994–1997 Toyota HiLux 4X4 Diesel
Overview
Also called
Production August 1988–1997
- Toyota 4×2
- Toyota 4×4
- Volkswagen Taro
Assembly
Designer Shigeo Asai[16]
- Japan: Toyota, Aichi (Tahara plant); Hamura, Tokyo (Hino)
- Argentina: Zárate
- Colombia Envigado, Colombia
- Germany: Hanover (Volkswagen AG)
- New Zealand: Christchurch
- Philippines: Santa Rosa, Laguna
- Thailand: Samrong Tai (Samrong plant)
- United States: Fremont, California(NUMMI)
Body and chassis
Body style
Layout
- 2-door pickup truck
- 4-door pickup truck
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
- 4-speed manual
- 5-speed manual
- 4-speed automatic
Wheelbase
Length
- Regular cab: 2,616 mm (103.0 in)
- Regular cab (long bed): 2,850 mm (112.2 in)
- Xtracab: 3,086 mm (121.5 in)
- Xtracab V6: 3,096 mm (121.9 in)
Width 1,689 mm (66.5 in)
- Regular cab: 4,435 mm (174.6 in)
- Regular cab (long bed): 4,724 mm (186.0 in)
- Xtracab: 4,905 mm (193.1 in)
- DLX regular cab (long bed 4WD):4,719 mm (185.8 in)
- DLX regular cab (4WD): 4,430 mm (174.4 in)
Height
The next redesign, in 1988, introduced a longer-wheelbase option, 3,099 mm (122 in) rather than 2,616 mm (103 in) for the regular wheelbase. Its one-piece cargo-box walls eliminated the rust-prone seams that were found in earlier models. The V6 Xtracab SR5 earned Motor Trend magazine's Truck of the Year award that year. The Xtra Cabs now featured more room behind the front seats than the last generation which allowed optional jump-seats for rear passengers, a feature more in line with competitors of the time.
- 1988–91 regular cab: 1,544 mm (60.8 in)
- 1988–91 regular cab (long bed):1,539 mm (60.6 in)
- 1988–91 Xtracab (2WD): 1,549 mm (61.0 in)
- 1988–91 regular cab (long bed 4WD): 1,704 mm (67.1 in)
- 1988–91 Xtracab (4WD): 1,709 mm (67.3 in)
- 1991–97 regular cab: 1,590 mm (62.6 in)
- 1991–97 regular cab: 1,595 mm (62.8 in)
- 1991–97 Xtracab (4WD): 1,755 mm (69.1 in)
- 1991–97 regular cab (4WD):1,750 mm (68.9 in)
In 1991, North American production began at the NUMMI plant in Fremont, California (the VIN on these trucks starts with '4T'), however some trucks sold in the United States during the 1991–1995 model years were still manufactured in Japan (VIN starts with 'JT').
The Hilux received a minor facelift in 1991 (for the 1992 model year), which was a minor grille change and the new Toyota emblem that had been recently adopted.
It was during this generation that Toyota discontinued the Hilux in the United States, replacing it with the new Tacoma for the 1995 model year.[1
Good question. One of his customers had it sitting in his garage for years. It had less than 60k miles on it as the owner just never drove it and then let it sit. The dude just wanted it out of his garage and sold it to my husband for almost nothing. Don't know how the guy got it originally though!
It is literally so basic-looking that when anyone asks I just say he has a black pickup truck because that's literally all it is.
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For those who have asked, our conversation went well last night! I used a lot of good points brought up in this thread, especially references to other tools he is familiar with and all the benefits of the simplicity of maintenance of an EV. While we were cooking dinner he was watching a Youtube video that he had researched himself - so a very good sign! I showed him some videos shared in here as well. We've surpassed the initial hesitation point and he is much more on board now. He's also tried looking up disgruntled owner testimonies and admitted how insignificant most complains are. He's realizing it really is a no-brainer. I can't wait until we get it ordered and delivered! Thank you everyone for your advice and kind words!
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Your husband sounds like several guys I know that are very mechanically inclined and like to tinker on equipment. While I admire their abilities, their “flaw”, if you will, is that they are very hesitant to buy into anything that they can’t fix themselves. They will bemoan the fact that they can’t fix TVs like they could in the 70s, what with all the integrated circuits used now. They will yearn for the days that they could fix their cars with a wrench and elbow grease. So, I get it. They don’t want to be dependent upon someone else for repair. It’s an admirable quality that many times comes from not having much to begin with and so you learn how to get things on the cheap and repairing them on the cheap.
I have been trying to lead by example in buy into battery powered equipment and my Model 3. Prior to my 3, it was my Prius. By showing them they have nothing to fear and everything to gain, their worries and resistance fades. Now I’ve made converts out of some of them and they are getting battery powered equipment and are seriously considering a Tesla.
I have been trying to lead by example in buy into battery powered equipment and my Model 3. Prior to my 3, it was my Prius. By showing them they have nothing to fear and everything to gain, their worries and resistance fades. Now I’ve made converts out of some of them and they are getting battery powered equipment and are seriously considering a Tesla.
UKNOWINVU2
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XLR82XS
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One other consideration many include is the safety component. Teslas are among the highest safety rated cars on the road across a spectrum of tests. Doesn’t he love you and want you to be as safe as possible?
Fernand
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P3Orion
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Actually Model 3 is the safest car made. It has the lowest probability of injury of any car ever tested by NHSTA. Just show him this article. Case closed.One other consideration many include is the safety component. Teslas are among the highest safety rated cars on the road across a spectrum of tests. Doesn’t he love you and want you to be as safe as possible?
Model 3 achieves the lowest probability of injury of any vehicle ever tested by NHTSA
Fernand
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You can tell him that when I first saw the interior of a Model 3 with that newfangled TV in the middle of where the dash should be, I said to my wife something like "No way". But she calmly persisted. She convinced me. She showed me: 'lektricity goes in, motor runs! And so we put the deposit down. And then we waited for our dream machine, hand in hand, gazing off into the sunset. It was right after Xmas when some kids in jeans with Tesla shirts drove it to our house. Wow, honey-bun, look at what Santa brought us! And now? And now she doesn't even get to drive it. 'Mwah Ha Ha !
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BTW, get the blue one
I think I'm gonna go with black, sorry blue team!
It's a go!
I'll be ordering before end of March! Still need to get the outlet set up for charging, get his '95 Ford Ranger out of the driveway, and see if I have any mechanically-inclined friends that would want to take the Eclipse off my hands once its delivered.
yerEVan
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This is exactly what convinced my wife to agree to get an X. This sealed the deal. And now I don’t even think she remembers what her old car was. Teslas are that good.
XLR82XS
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OP - i'm late to the party but to enhance your Tesla-buying experience, make sure you pick up the "essentials" so you're ready to go once it arrives...
if you're going to be using the UMC (included charger) to charge the vehicle daily - which outlet will you be using? 110v is the default and "will get you by" if you drive less than 50 miles/day. i would recommend installing a 240v and probably the standard 14-50 type. if you do this, you will need to order the adapter separately. i had to wait a week to get mine.
floor and trunk mats, especially all-weather are NOT included. i'm not sure if the premium variants still come with "something" but a nice all-weather is going to be superior anyway. pick your favorite brand.
charging cables for your phones, for the center console or a wireless charger will make things easier in the long-run. again, these aren't included.
do you want homelink (garage door opener that's built in to the UI)? that's another $300.
lots of people prefer the vinyl wrap over the piano finish on the center console. it's easy enough to install and doesn't cost much and protects the finish in the long run.
everything else is just preference. screen protectors, paint protective film (PPF), tint, etc. adds lots of cost to the vehicle and aren't "needed" but a lot of people prefer these things. i will say, if you can afford the extra $1500-2000, get the PPF and get the entire front done. you'll have piece of mind.
no luvin until he lets you get a Model 3.
more seriously, just do it as I really doubt you will ever regret it. We’ve run two electric cars for 6 years now and would never buy a Dino burner again.
CliffG
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That's another NJ point that hasn't been mentioned yet - no inspections for EVs.
