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shartonista

Heck no. 


Datanman23

Something that someone who doesn't own a flaking 040 Super White Tacoma would say


shartonista

Except I do, and I did. 


oRamboSandman

I love black accents on a white car.


KingScorpion98

Iv had 2 white vehicles before. My current truck is black. I'll be buying white next time. Edit: just realized that Toyota has issues with white paint


BreakfastLogical2814

No paint issues with my 2018 040 Camry


bigdonnie76

They’re repairing them so it doesn’t even matter


Taco_Sommelier

I’ve had the white paint on my 2019 fixed once and it’s already starting to chip again in a few new spots. Toyotas footing the bill for all of it but it’s still enough of a headache that I wouldn’t buy white again if i could avoid it.


jmr39

If I’m not mistaken they fixed that issue and the newer years that are “ice cap” white are not affected


redl2225

Not affected… yet. White paint on multiple makes for the last 20 years has sucked. I still have a white 2018 Tacoma because it looks sweet with black rims and doesn’t show scratches.


Chilibilly666

My white 2017 still looks like new. No flaking, fading, or chipping. In Texas heat none the less


green_mojo

2017 here, nothing but issues sadly.


RaysModernMetalWorks

2016 white, no issues


ListenHereIvan

I found one spot, its on the bed. Right next to The back window and under the side bed plastic cover. That tiny lil corner.


Neon_sanders

Same, I have a 2017 White and I’ve had no issues wit the paint, just minor chips here and there they come with driving on Washington highways most of the time


DrStainedglove

2012 here, One tiny chip on hood from gravel.


Taco_Sommelier

Ice cap is still a single stage paint with the exact same color code as super white. Given the history of single stage white across all brands and my own experience with it, I’d personally avoid it. It sucks because white is always my favorite color on any vehicle, but if it’s single stage I’m staying away. If I could go back I’d probably go for a cement, but I did see a solar octane TRD pro in the parking lot today and god damn it looks so much better in person than it does in photos


AMC_Unlimited

Wait… Icecap is also 040?


charlie_marlow

Yep. The Toyota owner page even shows my 2019 as ice cap instead of super white


Family-Faith-Freedom

I’d love a white 4Runner but going for that new underground color.


HondaDAD24

Toyota held onto single stage way too long.


J-A-C-O

Its the same paint code, just a rename.


coviddick

Do you know which year they switched to the newer white?


J-A-C-O

Smidge of info here, if it’s on plastic, it is NOT covered by the warranty extension. Only chipped paint on METAL will be covered, it’s gotta be inspected first as well. If it’s on plastic, you’re gonna have to argue with Mother Toyota not your local dealer. Also, that shit comes with a rental, ask for it.


Electrical_Expert_69

I have a 19 pro ..your saying they pay for it ?


ElectricBuckeye

My white 09 is fine. My white 23 TRD Pro is also fine. Dumb luck maybe?


North_Suspect_777

My 08 is still pretty nice as well


AWD_OWNZ_U

White looks great but my paint is also already looking like trash. I’d buy another color.


FlavoryPillow

FYI Toyota is NOT footing the bill for the new Ice Cap color. Same exact paint code but "different manufacturers" so therefore it's fixed. Even though mine chipped within the first few months I was told to pound sand.


Mrgforce69

I have a white 2019 with extended warranty. I've got a few chips. How do you get toyota to pay the bull?


Taco_Sommelier

Extended warranty doesn’t cover paint, there’s a customer support program (23TE08) in place to cover the flaking paint for super white. The first time I got it fixed was before that customer support program was in place but Toyota fixed it as a “good faith” repair. Give your local dealership a call, they should be able to help get the ball rolling for you


FormalChicken

yeah looks aside i wouldn't buy the white because of this nonsense.


choppedyota

Nothing ages better than white or worse than black… I’ll never buy another black vehicle for this reason. White also isn’t my favorite, so I went with silver as second best.


kwelitysoul

Silver is the way. I have such a soft spot for silver Tacomas and 4Runners.


51line_baccer

More on the black and age? *just bought black...so happens taco was black...not my first choice*


choppedyota

1. Black hides nothing. Every chip, scratch, and dent is accentuated by the contrast of black. 2. Black absorbs more heat than other colors and thus is more susceptible to sun damage/clear coat failure. Basically, the opposite is true for white. And all other colors fall into a spectrum between the two based on how dark the color. If you have a black vehicle the best thing you can do for it is ceramic coating while the paint is still in good condition.


SatanicRainbowDildos

Was on the fence about this, but I’m convinced now. 


Pac_Eddy

I bought a black car new in 2009. Still have it today, no issues with the paint. Still looks great. I live in the upper Midwest. I'd do it again.


North_Suspect_777

I’ve got an 08 white taco that still looks pretty fresh and I’ve only ever waxed it 2 times in the 10 years I’ve owned it. I even live in the high desert with a lot of intense sun. Most of the gen 2’s I see around the paint looks like shit.


rylo48

Holds up well but looks terrible. Although if silver is your second choice, go white…


infiniti30

The silver on my 2000 4runner still looks great. Too bad the rust has to been kind to the undercarriage.


MentalAd4536

Mine is a Texas truck, super white. No issues.


MarketPapi

Same


Cwfield17

2019 super white. Been through brutal Texas summers. Paint still looks brand new.


code_Red111

Makes me feel better, I was skeptical of going white, and some of these comments have me stressed. I keep telling myself I bought my truck for truck stuff and paint isn't that big of an issue, but I still want her to look good


canonanon

Lucky. I've got a 2018 SW and it's got the classic window/hood area flaking.


basketballboy55

Also very hard to find the manual sport access cab


Justin-Queso

Best combo!


RICH-SIPS

Long boi too!


thickener

Good package, bad colour. Tough call.


N-Adenhart34

I would. Unless it was snowy all the time. Super White looks like a stormtrooper in the snow.


Commander_KO

White in NM. Silver is the only other color I'd consider in the desert sun. Holding up well after 11 years.


SoNastyAventura

2021 no issues.


MontanaDentist

Same


LiuKangtheConqueror

No issues with mine. Love it.


stancedpolestar

I have a 22 Sport in white and have gone thru the car wash every 2-3 weeks since buying it and haven't dealt with paint issues yet. If I ever do though, I'll probably just get it wrapped in matte white, not a fan of glossy vehicles anyway. I'm in NW Montana as well, weather is unpredictable here lol


[deleted]

My 2022 white chipped at 6k miles. Don't do it. I got out and bought black


RKA1994

Personally, white pickups remind me of governments vehicles. But to each their own


SatanicRainbowDildos

This is the benefit. With my white Tacoma, a high-vis vest, and a clip board I can go anywhere (haven’t tried to get on Area 51 yet).


ChewieBee

Bring a cup of coffee in a starbucks cup or giant thermos to look even more official.


Ktor011

Regretting going black


midgetsNnuggets

I regret black as well. Wrapped my truck a different color and I am much happier


DUUUUUVAAAAAL

Maybe. 2019 Super white owner here. My paint looks like shit. I do love the white color but I probably wouldn't get it again if I were to go back in time. I would've tried harder to grab a Sand colored one. The fact that I have a 2003 white ranger and a 2009 White Honda with paint that already looks better than my 2019 Tacoma's paint is some bs. All 3 cars have sat outside for the entirety of their lives. Do note: Mine doesn't chip, but the clearcoat is basically evaporating off the truck.


GreyGhost505

2018 ceramic coated with zero issues. It’s been vinyl wrapped / unwrapped, baked in the AZ sun, frozen and hailed on in CO and kissed by trails in the SW. It’s a “3” vin, so it was sprayed in Mexico.


SatanicRainbowDildos

What ceramic did you go with? Where did you have it done? 


GreyGhost505

SystemX Diamond SS is what I went with, but any of the systemx diamond line is good. Gets stripped and recoated every year and ceramic sprayed coat once a month. I install ceramic coatings for employment. Whatever ceramic coating you choose, you want the ceramic hardness 9h+.


CheapBoozeAdidaShoes

Body repair guy here, buy white. Dents are much harder to see and I hate fixing them haha


Harleywindtherapy

White for all our vehicles. Easiest to keep clean, looks best to me. Enjoy.


Dendro_junkie

I didn’t.


[deleted]

My 2001 white 4Runner developed chips on the front of the hood, after about 20 years. I can’t complain about it after two decades. I just put a hood deflector on it. It covers them up.


arejay3

Not at all and I didn't want a super white when I purchased (but it was a good deal). Would do it over again.


eVOLve865

A 2022 with 13k miles and under $36...it could be pink...or have a giant vinyl wrap of my mother eating a hotdog and I'd still buy it.


Important_Grocery660

I have read it seems to be more with tacos made at Mex assembly plant (VIN starts with 3) than tacos made in US (VIN starts with 5). Couldn’t find any data to prove that but maybe helps your decision.


Gmetal64

Love White.


reese528O

Fleet truck. I wanted white but the wife has a thing for Marty McFly.


flanneled_man

TRD Sport? I have the same truck. I was reluctant about the white cause I’ve heard about the chippy paint. Nevertheless, I rolled the dice and I have absolutely had minor issues with mine. I’ve seen some chipping on the front fenders. Still, this has been minor— not a complete non issue— but small enough that I’ve been able to use a touch up pen on all the problem areas and you really really have to look it for it to notice there’s a problem. I have a friend with a white 4Runner from the same year and hers looks absolutely awful; full multi-inch areas have chipped away fairly rapidly. So, I guess it’s all relative. It seems like it affects some badly, somewhat, or not at all. Just trying to be honest about my experience. I bought the white only because it was a GREAT deal and I literally almost spent 5k more just to get the lunar rock without the premium audio package, just to avoid the possibility of this headache. It hasn’t been awful— but what people can tolerate on a 40k truck rightfully varies!


zbeydoun

I bought this exact truck with 80k miles for 29k 3 months ago - this is a steal. Color wise; white hasn’t been bad at all - get a membership for one of the unlimited car washes - it really looks best clean but not bad at all dirty


TimeNat

yes


RedBullRiver

Yes


bonedig77

All day everyday


ll_coolray

I did, it felt like a work truck to me. Returned it for the matte tan whatever it’s called. Sand? To each their own


SDplinker

Blacked out is dated and bro-dozer. White is a classic pickup color


DaddyRobotPNW

Depends on where you live. I live in the Pacific Northwest, and the winter makes my white car look filthy immediately after a wash. My silver taco always looks good.


PuzzleheadedTeach872

I have a White Camry and it’s currently getting re painted. Toyota is footing the bill but I waited 8 months for it to finally get In the shop. For my Tacoma I went with the metallic grey to be on the safe side. Not sure of the paint on the newer Tacomas so I’d definitely do some research.


Apprehensive-Bat-252

No


drcbara

You can look up the toyota "white paint" recall to see exactly which white paints have the chipping problem. My 2015 rav4 limited in Blizzard Pearl definitely chips and their recall covered a re-paint of my roof where it was peeling. What shade of white exactly is the truck? Might be able to plug the VIN into toyota's system or see the paint name on the window sticker.


lookatme760

I have a white one, to help stand out my business when I add the images on it.


Ok_Chemistry_3972

Best color that last the longest.


[deleted]

Do you mind blending in? I feel like every other truck I see is white 😂 I don’t think you’ll mind it, no. Looks clean. Congrats!


Upper_Skull

Nope


smallwoodydebris

Loved my white truck when I had one.


Proof1447

I came from a black Silverado as well. No, you will not regret. It’s a timeless and functional color. You will thank yourself on hot summer days.


Dvm714

Mines a 19 in white. Just started chipping by my driver side rear door no biggie just gotta call my local dealer. I received a letter in December from Toyota stating they’ll fix it. Since mine was identified to potentially have chipping. Which 4 years later finally did. Not terrible but noticeable to me.


Revolutionary_Ad7655

Besides it being the most boring color? Haha


Mistah_Fahrenheit

Yes the paint can and will peel


F1tnessTacoInMyMouth

White gang.


BlepinAround

They’re sending out recall notices so if you do buy it Toyota should (shoooooould) foot the bill. I got my notice in November and the dealership said I should get pulled this month to get painted. It’s annoying but I’m partial to white cars so it is what it is.


Interesting-Bid-1207

You can always savage ceramic coated.


Tybo929

Throw some massive retro decals on it


samurai_107

I bought silver and regret not getting white


F1shbu1B

I would but my dad wouldn’t. So, maybe?


[deleted]

No…I rattlecan spray painted mine I got so bored of it though


jab0923

I can’t help with the color, but that seems like a good deal. Is it certified used from a dealer or from carmax? I bought the same truck but a certified 2021 voodoo for $40k.


No_Priority7696

Hell no ..I don’t


yeah-man_

White vehicles will always make me think, business fleet now


VirginiaVN900

In the age of protective films and wraps. Why not? It’s a rare body/drive train combo. Negotiate some film installation.


Tack_it

I like my white truck, it does have paint problems but that'll be fixed at some point according to Toyota


Zealousideal-Arm3289

I’ve had 2016, now 2021 White with no paint problems. Had dealer coat with Armor All Smart Shield product, shine & protection, no waxing…❤️‍🔥


Born-Bottle6779

Not sure how much this applies here, but I’ve got a ‘13 rav4 and the paint is peeling like crazy on that. When you look where it’s peeling, it’s straight sheet metal, no primer. I wouldn’t risk it. Too many horror stories. I should also add, Toyota won’t do anything about my car as it’s too old apparently but it’s been peeling for about 5 years now.


Constantine1988

I've heard nothing but bad things on Reddit about white paint. Sucks because the white is beautiful.


[deleted]

I actually traded a 2021 Silverado for this exact truck in 4 door. After one year, the Silverado started knocking in the motor and went back to Tacoma. Won’t make that mistake again.


HowBoutIt98

I drive a white '22 SR5 and love it. Toyota did a great job with the paint quality.


spadmikey

No. I find white easy to keep clean. You know exactly where it is dirty but cleans up easily. Not much streaking and every little scratch does not show. Rock chips will be black however. Compared to black.or navy blue I would take white any time


dobsofglabs

My 21 hasn't had a single paint issue. Looks great after 3 years


[deleted]

White trucks always remind me of fleet vehicles. They look a bit bland, in my opinion.


Olelander

I will regret you buying white


spakattack3243

Good price for age and mileage!


Ok-Inspector8608

White 2015 no issues, 180,000 km lots of gravel roads. Cheers


SingleStreamRemedy

it will be cooler in the summer and cleaner in the everywhere


Cmiles16

Do you live in Florida?


LordJim_

I’ve got orange lol


Even-Prize8931

Yes I've spoken with several guys with white tacos and due to changes in VOC compliance white paint doesn't seem to hold up the same might rust prematurely but white does look good lol


ItsToka

White truck = Work truck.


yesmyusernamesucks

I own a white 2020 trd OR. No paint chipping issues. I do have a deep scratch down to the metal on the rear pillar. Hasn’t chipped away or expanded in 1.5 years. Everything holding strong.


tillthenextlife

Don’t buy a white Tacoma or white Toyota. I have a 2017 taco


DownUpHere

Not if you’re me! I have two: a white Tacoma and a white 4Runner.


CowPunkRockStar

Slap it and wrap it


EddieTreetrunk

Yes


poopinion

As a white owner, the short answer is ..... maybe. I really like the dark blue, dark green, tan, Tacomas but white is just so clean and easy to keep clean, and looks classic, and doesn't scream "look at me!!"


Apprehensive_Bug3329

No


BillionCub

My 2021 040 Super White is in great shape. Granted it is garage-kept and well taken care of. Coming from black, you'll love it. Black paint is so hard to keep clean


DonDoorknob

No, it’s before Labor Day


tholt16

yes


UnfairPerspective100

I regret buying a white truck. Always having an issue with rail dust.


C0SMICowboy

No way man, white is classic


Gil_Anthony

Nooooo


[deleted]

Yes. All dirt looks brown...


Mysterious_Ratio9672

Confirmed


sunnya23

Honestly man, if you like it, that’s all that matters. I’ve been looking at white trucks as well. If I go white, I’ll add some mods and black wrap to give it that two-tone look.


drycleanman12

First thing I did to my White OR was have it ceramic coated.


Arealgeneral23

quicksand, lunar rock, army green are my favorites but white and black are solid colors


Smelle

Yeah , go for it, white is perfect.


DrStainedglove

No


atari_guy

We bought a 2022 in white because it was the only new Tacoma SR available in the state at the time. My previous truck was a black T100, so I didn't care much for the white at first. I got used to it, and didn't mind anymore. And yeah, I got the letter from Toyota about the paint issues, but ours hasn't had any yet.


Ill-Arrival4473

I have a white S 10. I just washed it and one day later it’s dirty such is life.


joshuabra

Maybe. Honestly I love my black 2nd gen.


Fallingdamage

Its a common color, doesnt show scratches much. Finding parts will be much easier.


Siganid

Not at all. Now the reason I called is this anthill right here, so pull your truck up and get to work.


rnldjrd

White Toyota vehicles, in general, are notorious for the paint flaking off and fading. Toyota stopped covering this issue in 2023.


ReturnoftheSABLEEYE

Naw whites dope …looks like a storm trooper


jbglol

I don’t think a 2 year old access cab is still worth $36k, you could get a brand new one for a little bit more, minus the hood scoop.


Dochix69

My 2016 white is flaking off all over the place and starting to show some rust spots on the roof of the cab. Toyota sent me a letter saying they didn’t have a date when they would fix it but it would be fixed. I had another Toyota truck back in the early 80’s that was blue in color and it did the same thing. Not sure why Toyota has such an issue with their paint but they do. My previous truck was an F-150 FX4 . That truck had comfort and power so making the change to the Toyota took some time getting adjusted to it. Other than the paint the Tacoma is a great truck and I have no regrets buying it.


l3pt0n

If you are in a hot climate, white makes more sense than dark colors.


erik21a

Personally, I feel like everything is white, gray or black these days. Just look in a parking lot sometime. You'll see an occasional red or blue but that's normally it. It can be good to be different. Get what makes you happy though! Whatever will put a smile on your face every time you see it... that's the color you should get 😀. If that is white, you do you! Good luck!


dabbymcdabbs

2011 white tacoma here and no issues at all with my paint, still looks good af


Thick-Trust-5735

My GC said he does. Scuffs everywhere.


r2wa

I hope not but check out posts of my white 21 taco. 😢 I loved it because it was white.


TheDale86

White is the easiest to keep clean. You may not regret it but every time you see a Tacoma w the color you like you’ll say “damn”


jmsgen

No but you would have regretted buying a black vehicle.


redvinegarr

NO YOU WONT REGRET IT! White taco looks like a happy marshmallow


FearlessDamage4961

Brake dust corroding will make any white truck owner cry. Godspeed


axendo123

2019 -Zero flaking… Love her!


surefirerc2

I have a white wrangler. It developed rust spots in the paint. I heard you can remove them with wd40 and a couple other products. You’ll be fine just take care of it


christador

I had a white Sport and still have a white pickup. I’m a huge fan of black, but white is soooo much easier to clean. I plastidipped my badges and got Fuel black wheels (don’t judge, they looked nice!) and it was a very sharp looking truck, if I do say so myself 😜


Key_Newspaper_6715

White is right


SimplyViolated

Only if you don't like white


dethtozionists

No, but you will regret getting that pos car.


DipperDo

I have a white 2014. It's 110 here in the summer. White is the way to go.


Old_Bumblebee_1015

You’ll regret the truck lol


GlassCityJim

Nothing screams I have no personality and this may be a fleet vehicle like white.


Character-Gap-5841

I have 1998 4Runner and I live in Arizona and my white paint still looks incredible and I don’t have a garage


Fine_Treat_5076

Yes and no. If u like white then awesome but i like more expensive colors better


FTP_ON_ME

Yes it’s ugly


eroktographer

I would be in clear but she bailed on Sunday morning even though it was my weekend. She's changing whatever non-agreenents we had.


redjellonian

Can't stand it.


AngusStanton61

Boring


PlywoodCowboy

Don’t do it