Canadian Tundra Owners

[dale124]

As I sit on the fence, trying to decide if I want to go back into debt for a new Tundra, I thought I'd ask my fellow Canucks what they bought, any "incentives" from Toyota, etc., and, if it's ok to ask, how much you paid?
Also, did any of you go down to the states to save $$?
(I'm looking at a 2008 DC/ trd package for about $41K- does that seem reasonable?)

[Deznutjob]

Originally Posted by dale124

As I sit on the fence, trying to decide if I want to go back into debt for a new Tundra, I thought I'd ask my fellow Canucks what they bought, any "incentives" from Toyota, etc., and, if it's ok to ask, how much you paid?
Also, did any of you go down to the states to save $$?
(I'm looking at a 2008 DC/ trd package for about $41K- does that seem reasonable?)

That sounds very high! Ask "ramoine" he is very knowledgeable when it comes to buying and pricing. Also just to let you know the TRD Tundra will give you a very rough ride. I've read lots of complaints about that on this site. In my opinion the TRD is just stiffer shocks and stickers on the sides of the bed. Please do your homework!

[dale124]

Originally Posted by Deznutjob

That sounds very high! Ask "ramoine" he is very knowledgeable when it comes to buying and pricing. Also just to let you know the TRD Tundra will give you a very rough ride. I've read lots of complaints about that on this site. In my opinion the TRD is just stiffer shocks and stickers on the sides of the bed. Please do your homework!

Ya, it does seem high, especially compared to the U.S. prices. We're getting bent over for vehicle prices in Canada.
I didn't realize that the TRD Package had a rougher ride. I took one for a test drive last weekend, and thought it rode great, but I haven't driven any others to be able to compare.
Thanks for the reply.

[Deznutjob]

Originally Posted by dale124

Ya, it does seem high, especially compared to the U.S. prices. We're getting bent over for vehicle prices in Canada.
I didn't realize that the TRD Package had a rougher ride. I took one for a test drive last weekend, and thought it rode great, but I haven't driven any others to be able to compare.
Thanks for the reply.

The TRD as you may already know uses Bilstein shocks and many TRD owners are switching them out to stock due to the rougher ride. I think I read somewhere there is a warrantee issue when bringing a US bought Tundra into Canada but I maybe wrong. Know anything about that?

[Davey]

That price isn't high in Canada....I bought TRD for 41.5k about a month ago....

Dave

[mrkent]

Canadian trucks are also much different, as they are set up for the cold weather. Weatherstripping, battery, altrenator, belt and tensioner assembly, driveline fluids, etc are all Canadian spec and different than that of the American spec trucks. Warranty is still valid, but is a much longer and drawn out process to get things done under warranty. Also, retrofitting is also necessary...guage cluster, reflash the ECM, DRL's, etc. Pricing has been adjusted in 2008 as a reflection of the strong Canadian dollar, and is now quite comparable.

Until the end of May there is Red Tag days as well, which offers a $2000 gas card or cash discount in lieu of the gas card. Some dealerships offer additional discounts as well. Most of that is regional as well.

As for the TRD riding rougher, I have had no issues. I have the TRD package (2007 DC), and it rides pretty much the same as all of the others I have driven (approx 30 or 40 of them, both with and without the TRD package, Limiteds, base models, etc).

[FirstToy]

I know nothing about Canadian trucks, but there was a thread about a Canadian that purchased a US Tundra. They were talking about having warranty problems because the Canadian dealers would not warranty the US truck. You should do some searching on warranties before purchasing a US truck.

[RunItHard]

Originally Posted by dale124

As I sit on the fence, trying to decide if I want to go back into debt for a new Tundra, I thought I'd ask my fellow Canucks what they bought, any "incentives" from Toyota, etc., and, if it's ok to ask, how much you paid?
Also, did any of you go down to the states to save $$?
(I'm looking at a 2008 DC/ trd package for about $41K- does that seem reasonable?)

Yeah if you can come down to the States and buy a Tundra, the exchange rate will save you a lot of money. I think our American dollar is worth about 10 pesos now... At least that's what it seems like everytime I buy something.

Things have gotten so bad my employees have all asked if I can start paying them in pounds of rice.

[ramoine]

Alot of Canadians buy autos in the U.S , without having to change anything like mrkent has said . So why pay more , It gets pretty cold in the northern parts of the U.S and you can get the cold weather package here too .

Souds like all those changes being made to the Tundra in Canada is something I'm sure the Dealers are using as a way to take more of your money .

Just my opinion , Bill.

[ramoine]

41,000 for a TRD DC is very high by the way , I paid 32,559 for this truck .

[2hot4U]

Dez, I may be the person you may be speaking about regarding the warranty issue for having a U.S. truck in Canada. For all you Canadians wanting to buy a USA built Toyota truck and bringing it back to Canada,"registering your name as the new owner" with Toyota can be a pain in the a..! For everyone's information, Toyota Canada and Toyota USA are two different companies!

I bought my Tundra at an (all brands) dealer here in Toronto. I called Toyota Canada to register my name as the new owner and when they punched in the VIN numbers of my Tundra their computers showed an "error". Meaning the truck doesn't exist . They told me to call Toyota USA to register it . I called Toyota USA and gave them the VIN number and it showed up on their computer (as it should) BUT, they said that seeing as I am a Canuck and have the truck in Canada, warranty issues will have to be dealt with Toyota Canada.

I called Toyota Canada for the last time to register my truck and the rep repeated the same line the Toyota USA told me saying it's an American issue. I really got ticked off with al this B.S. and felt insulted with all nonsense and emailed both head offices. Finally a rep emailed me back saying that they now have all the information about me and Toyota Canada will honor the warranty on my Tundra.

Personally, they don't need the publicity. They're screwing up big time and looking bad with all the recent recalls. All at the cost to be #1. If Toyota denied me the remaining warranty on my Tundra I threatened to park it across the street from Toyota Headquarters here in Canada plastered with picket signs . I included that I would drive it in front of all the major Head Office competitor truck plants here namely; Ford, GM, Chrysler,etc. for everyone to see how Toyota treats it's Canadian customers.

[Deznutjob]

Originally Posted by 2hot4U

Dez, I may be the person you may be speaking about regarding the warranty issue for having a U.S. truck in Canada. For all you Canadians wanting to buy a USA built Toyota truck and bringing it back to Canada,"registering your name as the new owner" with Toyota can be a pain in the a..! For everyone's information, Toyota Canada and Toyota USA are two different companies!

I bought my Tundra at an (all brands) dealer here in Toronto. I called Toyota Canada to register my name as the new owner and when they punched in the VIN numbers of my Tundra their computers showed an "error". Meaning the truck doesn't exist . They told me to call Toyota USA to register it . I called Toyota USA and gave them the VIN number and it showed up on their computer (as it should) BUT, they said that seeing as I am a Canuck and have the truck in Canada, warranty issues will have to be dealt with Toyota Canada.

I called Toyota Canada for the last time to register my truck and the rep repeated the same line the Toyota USA told me saying it's an American issue. I really got ticked off with al this B.S. and felt insulted with all nonsense and emailed both head offices. Finally a rep emailed me back saying that they now have all the information about me and Toyota Canada will honor the warranty on my Tundra.

Personally, they don't need the publicity. They're screwing up big time and looking bad with all the recent recalls. All at the cost to be #1. If Toyota denied me the remaining warranty on my Tundra I threatened to park it across the street from Toyota Headquarters here in Canada plastered with picket signs . I included that I would drive it in front of all the major Head Office competitor truck plants here namely; Ford, GM, Chrysler,etc. for everyone to see how Toyota treats it's Canadian customers.

As a matter of fact you were the one 2HOT. Nice that you found this thread and told your story!

[ramoine]

So 2hot , there should not be any problems with anyone driving down to the states to buy for less than buying in Canada ? Because you bought yours in Canada and have to have Toyota U.S.A help you register it , I would think it would be a better option as far as saving thousands to buy Here versus buying in Canada .

[FirstToy]

Cool... so I was not off by much there. When I made that post, I was sure hoping that I had some of the story correct. I am sure glad that you straightened your warranty out. When I purchase new, the warranty is one main reason for purchasing new. Good post!!!

[Davey]

Originally Posted by ramoine

41,000 for a TRD DC is very high by the way , I paid 32,559 for this truck .

Once again...that's American pricing. It's not the same up here. There's never any "reason" given as to why the prices are higher, but they just are. As for the warranty stuff, it's like that with all the manufacturer's not just Toyota. So, the tradeoff for purchasing from any manufacturer is buying in Canada for a higher price, with warranty, or buying cheaper in the US with no warranty...

Dave

[ramoine]

Originally Posted by Davey

Once again...that's American pricing. It's not the same up here. There's never any "reason" given as to why the prices are higher, but they just are. As for the warranty stuff, it's like that with all the manufacturer's not just Toyota. So, the tradeoff for purchasing from any manufacturer is buying in Canada for a higher price, with warranty, or buying cheaper in the US with no warranty...

Dave

I don't think you are correct on the warranty issue . I have not read anywhere that if you buy in the states and take it back to Canada that you will have no warranty .

As far as price , the two currencies are about the same , so 41,000 U.S. is 41,254.2 CAD Currency Calculator

That is way to much for a DC TRD .

I understand there may be some hassle about getting the warranty switched over to Canada , but if I was going to save thousands on buying in the U.S , I would be more than happy to fill out paper work to get the warranty issue fixed .

[ramoine]

Originally Posted by 2hot4U

Dez, I may be the person you may be speaking about regarding the warranty issue for having a U.S. truck in Canada. For all you Canadians wanting to buy a USA built Toyota truck and bringing it back to Canada,"registering your name as the new owner" with Toyota can be a pain in the a..! For everyone's information, Toyota Canada and Toyota USA are two different companies!

I bought my Tundra at an (all brands) dealer here in Toronto. I called Toyota Canada to register my name as the new owner and when they punched in the VIN numbers of my Tundra their computers showed an "error". Meaning the truck doesn't exist . They told me to call Toyota USA to register it . I called Toyota USA and gave them the VIN number and it showed up on their computer (as it should) BUT, they said that seeing as I am a Canuck and have the truck in Canada, warranty issues will have to be dealt with Toyota Canada.

I called Toyota Canada for the last time to register my truck and the rep repeated the same line the Toyota USA told me saying it's an American issue. I really got ticked off with al this B.S. and felt insulted with all nonsense and emailed both head offices. Finally a rep emailed me back saying that they now have all the information about me and Toyota Canada will honor the warranty on my Tundra.

Personally, they don't need the publicity. They're screwing up big time and looking bad with all the recent recalls. All at the cost to be #1. If Toyota denied me the remaining warranty on my Tundra I threatened to park it across the street from Toyota Headquarters here in Canada plastered with picket signs . I included that I would drive it in front of all the major Head Office competitor truck plants here namely; Ford, GM, Chrysler,etc. for everyone to see how Toyota treats it's Canadian customers.

Davey , read carefully . He said it was a pain , not that they did not honor his warranty . And he bought in Canada .

[ramoine]

Vehicle Importation from the United States


Importation of U.S. Vehicles by Canadians: Government of Canada Announces Amendment to Clarify and Ease Importation - December 19, 2007


This says that if you buy in the U.S you are covered and you get your factory warranty .

Please read . OpenRoad Canada



Canadian Toyota Dealers will honour the new vehicle warranty as provided on vehicles sold in the U.S.A. However, made-for-Canada Toyota vehicles may enjoy certain warranty and servicing benefits not necessarily available in the US. These include:

Special warranty policy adjustments and extensions from Toyota Canada Inc. that are specific to made-for-Canada vehicles and which may include no-cost or reduced-cost replacements of components to ensure owner satisfaction;
A streamlined warranty process: When a Canadian Dealer works on a vehicle covered by a U.S. warranty, it may take longer to confirm coverage, secure approvals and process the repairs;
Access to Replacement Part and Components: Toyota Canada only stocks replacement parts and components for Canadian-specified vehicles so that repairs can be completed in a timely manner. Toyota vehicles distributed in the U.S. may have equipment or components unique to the US market which may require additional lead time to secure replacement parts resulting in additional time to carry out any necessary repairs or servicing;
Toyota Canada Inc. offers optional extended coverage for servicing and repairs. This coverage cannot be purchased for vehicles sold in the United States;
Special Service Campaigns: Owners of Toyota vehicles purchased in the United States may not receive timely notification of safety-related service campaigns. In addition, where a safety recall is specific to a US vehicle, a Canadian dealer may not be able to carry out any necessary repairs quickly if replacement parts are not readily available in Canada. Securing replacement parts from US sources may require additional lead time resulting in delays in carrying out any necessary repairs or servicing.

[Davey]

Originally Posted by ramoine

Davey , read carefully . He said it was a pain , not that they did not honor his warranty .

While I don't know the specifics of the dealership where he bought his truck, he bought it in Canada, not in the US. That may have had an effect on it. Either way, some manufacturers do not honour warranties.

Here's an interesting writeup on the whole Canadian situation.

ConsumerReports.org - Should you buy your new car in the U.S.?

Furthermore, not all vehicles are allowed to be brought back into Canada.

In addition, compare toyota.com and toyota.ca for pricing...same truck, but at .com it's $34,300, where at .ca it's $40,475...

Dave

[Davey]

Ramoine...I was posting that link as well Consider too, that not all vehicles can be imported into Canada.

Dave