2012 Chevy Colorado - $12k - worth it?

[rentalrunner22]

I'm looking to get a new vehicle and keep my Silverado with 220k miles for towing and other truck needs 10-20 days a year. I was originally planning to get a used Rav4 for ~$15k. Saw a 2012 Chevy Colorado with 130k miles, 4wd, with a topper, looked excellent condition. For $12k.

Any reason not to buy it and try to drive it for another 100k miles buzzing around town and the mountains. Can probably use it for a hunting rig I imagine.

I'd prefer a Tacoma for reliability. I can buy a 2010 Tacoma with 180k miles for 14k. I think I'd prefer the lower mileage Colorado?

 

[browning2480]

What engine?

 

[HighPing_]

Just for reference sake, I bought a 2015 Z71 Colorado w/ 145k miles last year for 15k.

 

[LongWayAround]

I'm no help with the price but I really liked my old Chevy Colorado. It was a slightly older vintage than what you're looking at. Maybe somewhat underpowered but it was light and maneuverable.

 

[rentalrunner22]

What engine?

3.7L i5

 

[cmeadors13]

any decent truck for 12 is worth it imo

 

[elkliver]

Given that choice.... Id buy the tacoma