Should I Trade My Army Green Tundra for a TRD Pro?

Shopping for My New To Me 3rd Gen Tundra!

TrailJustin · 2025-09-09T05:22:33+00:00

The hunt is on for my new to me 3rd Gen Tundra. My beloved 2017 Tacoma full overland build has sold and I am on to searching for a Tunndra. Quick Back Story: I had a 2017 Tacoma TRD Offroad with every mod possible to it. I sold it because it was on 35s with a camper and I am looking for something a little larger to keep stockish to load kids into as well as pull future bigger boat and side by side. What I am looking for: There are a few key features that are important to me 1. 2022+ Limited TRD Offroad with rear locker and larger screen OR 2022+ Platinum 2. Under 60k miles. 3. Large 14in screen, Hopefully with the 360 cameras. 4. Ideally not looking to spend more than 46k out the door. 5. Not too color picking but Lunar Rock, Dark Blue, MGM, or White in that order. 6. I live on the West coast so withing 500 miles of Sacramento, CA. 7. As well as Black Interior. Tools I am using: I have Visor.vin set up to scan both local and across the country. I also have Autotempist set up to watch Facebook Marketplace and craigslist. So far I have put to feelers offers out there. But it seems like my price range of 44k-46k out the door with taxes and fees is a little low. I would prefer to buy private party if possible. If you have any tips that would be great!

TRDLEGACY

Member

Apr 26, 2025

Thinking out loud here…
I’ve got a slightly built 3rd Gen Army Green Tundra that I love — but a Magnetic Gray Metallic TRD Pro caught my eye.
Now I’m stuck debating: Should I upgrade or stick with what I’ve built?

Why I’m considering the upgrade:

TRD Pro comes loaded with premium off-road features straight from the factory (Fox suspension, skid plates, locking rear diff, etc.)
Magnetic Gray Metallic looks insane in person — clean, aggressive, and unique.
Resale value on TRD Pros tends to hold strong.
Less money spent on future upgrades.

Why I’m hesitant:

I already have time, money, and mods invested into my current build.
My Army Green color is iconic and super sought after.
I’d be basically starting over with customizations (even though the Pro is pretty loaded).
Emotional attachment to a truck I’ve already made my own.

Financial Side:

TRD Pros aren’t cheap.
Trading in means eating potential costs like taxes, fees, and aftermarket value losses.
Could I take that money and make my current Tundra even more badass?

Performance Side:

TRD Pro = Built to hit trails straight from the lot.
But my current build already handles off-roading without a problem — and I can tailor it even more to my exact style.

The Real Question:
Am I chasing a better truck — or just the excitement of something new?
Sometimes the truck you built is better than a truck you bought already built.

Final Thought:
Both are beasts.
But right now… I’m leaning toward appreciating the build I already have and maybe adding a few more upgrades to make it even more “me.”
Still… that Magnetic Gray Metallic TRD Pro is tempting!

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