There is something about their lines which is very retro classic. Reminicent to me, of VW Microbuses, or TR-3s or Kharman Ghias. Or perhaps the original Broncos or Toyota Land Cruisers. With no offense, the straight edged models of '86-'87 have less of this charm (although I had one, and it was a fine little truck.)

Once in a while, I come across a restored, or fanatically maintained '81, with 4x4, and it knocks my sox off! And those lines are nicely echoed in the present gen Taco.

That's why I bought the Taco instead of the Tundra. It's kind of like buying a brand new classic with airbags, ABS, CD power windows and factory warranty. All that, and mine does not have a single squeak or rattle.