I have a 94 22re 5sp extra cab. I have to agree that It would be hard to improve upon its reliability and quality. I have just about 150k on it now. I've only had very minor gremlins - a few electrical issues and I had to replace the timing chain and guides (DOA).

MPG is very good - about 20mpg at 70 with 33x10.50s and 4.88s. If you don't mind going a bit slow, it is hard to beat. I'm even thinking of throwing $5-6k into for a double cab swap instead of buying a newer Tacoma.

94 4x4 Extra Cab, 22re, lockers, 4.88s, MTRs 167k