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That truck deserves a spot at Toyota’s headquarters. The engine in it is one of the best EVER built.

Rip Mike. Now your truck is famous and you will be remembered .

Thank you for honoring my dad and his truck in this way, we miss him so much

Never thought I'd have tears streaming down my face while watching a Tacoma video. Good job putting Mike's truck on display. He seemed like such a good. person. Prayers for all, Jeff.

My dad died of cancer 5 years ago and he left me his 2000 Toyota 4Runner. I didn’t really have much use for it but I kept it as a second car for sentimental reasons. He took such great care of it and I’ve also kept it in top condition. It only has about 100,000 miles and it doesn’t even have a scratch. Interior looks brand new too. Reminds me of my dad whenever I get behind the wheel. I’m a Toyota convert and will only buy Toyotas

Thanks Jeff, Scotty Kilmer would be proud as well as The Car Care Nut. RIP Mike and thanks to his wife for letting your dealership preserve this famous Tacoma.

I'm saddened to hear about Mike's passing. His passion for his job and his story is something I've never forgotten.

Everyone leave a nice comment :) Thanks for watching and PLEASE share this one on your social media. I really appreciate it! jeff

Man. I'm only half way through and his story about Suzy got me. Happy you wound up with the honor of finding the right thing to do with it. Sorry for the loss of your friend. My heart goes out to his wife, you and all the lives Mike touched.

Thanks so much for putting this video together for me & my family to watch our dad show off his car! Thanks for all the kind words offered! He was a great man! I miss him so much! Thanks Jeff for you hard work! Can’t wait to come & take a picture of it in the showroom!

That is what we call a man's man . A truly great person.

I lost my dad to cancer 20 years ago. This video hit me right in the feels. My condolences to the Neal family and everyone who is suffering through their loss.

Very touching video. I drive my Fathers 2000 Tacoma Pre runner. He passed recently this Father’s Day. It has over 259,000 miles on it. I’m going to keep running for a long time. Miss you Dad! RIP Mike 🙏🏽

With all the division in our country right now it was good to see a selfless man and be reminded that there are really good people still out there. May Mike rest in eternal peace. My condolences to his family and friends.

This video is more than just about a truck; it's about the extraordinary bond between a man and his machine, a testament to Mike's incredible journey and a symbol of human resilience. The 1.6 million-mile Tacoma isn't just a feat of engineering; it's a chronicle etched in every mile, every dent, and every repaired part, each contributing to a legacy that transcends automotive history. It's only fitting that it finds a home in a showroom, but in truth, it holds a place in the hearts of everyone who heard its story. The Tacoma is a material testament to an immeasurable spirit - Mike's spirit. Let's keep his memory alive by sharing this story, inspiring future generations to value simplicity, longevity, and genuine human connections. RIP Mike, you've left tracks on this world far beyond the miles on your odometer.

I wish most videos in the internet would be this wholesome. Thank you for what you do. God bless Mike

No wonder why you don’t find many Toyotas at the junkyard. They just keep going & going

Mike has the sweetest personality. Rip Mike. My condolences to his family, friends and his fans.

Very touching and emotional story. Rest in peace both Mike and his Tacoma.

Guaranteed there is a big mansion in heaven for Mike. What a saint! Thanks for the great video Jeff.

RIP Mike!! His story was the main driving factor in me buy my 2016 Tacoma SR5 and 2022 Tacoma TE. Thank you for sharing his story.

This story is so amazing. The fact it ended up where it started and you two kept in touch all those years is great. RIP to Mike as he was an incredible and caring person.

Look at the dignity of knowing a person’s character even in his voice. Mike’s truck in general is no exception, it is still perfect even after 15 years have passed. RIP to Mike 🙏 as he was an incredible and caring person.

I have a Tacoma. I got it from a dealership in NC when I was in SC for the Army training. It has been a very special vehicle to me. If you take care of it, it will take care of you. It is amazing to hear that you stayed in contact with Mike over a decade after you sold the truck. It is so rare to see that kind of beautiful interaction between people nowadays. Thank you for recording the journey for Mike's legacy. What a story of a good man with his truck. Rest in peace, Mike. You will be remembered.

RIP Mike… what a legend @Toyota should keep his tacoma in their museum and share his story!!!!

Seemed like a really good human being. We need more Mikes in the world today. RIP Mike. I own a Tacoma, they truly are unstoppable.

Mike makes me proud to drive a Tacoma . 126k and hopefully many more trouble free miles

So sorry for your loss of a wonderful friend man. Amazing video to recap everything. Glad the Tacoma will live on.

Jeff, I’ve been following your channel covering Mike’s million Mile Tacoma, and I’m saddened to hear of Mike’s passing. You truly are a stand up guy to be there for his family. Very nice to see Fred Anderson Toyota honor him and his Tacoma. Next time I’m in North Carolina I will stop by to see the Tacoma.

When I worked for ntb he came in once to get tires what a nice guy he was

What a great video my dad drives a 07 Tacoma SR5 and it has over 250000 miles still going strong

Wow! I just happened to see this & clicked on it. RIP Mike, what an awesome story! I bought a 05 new in October of 04. I loved that truck. It was destroyed in August 2022 in multiple car pile up in Richmond Virginia. It had 297, 862 miles. In the 18 years I owned it, it only needed a fuel pump at 270,000 is. It was a Silver Prerunner. It was literally like burying a family member. One of the best over built trucks ever made.

I always enjoyed your previous videos with Mike. He seemed like such a genuine person who cared so much for doing good for others. I hope his story serves as a blessing to all who see it. Great to see he and his legendary Tacoma will continue to be honored. We sure could use more folks like Mike!

It would help if you augmented the display. 1) Get a life-size cardboard cutout of Mike standing next to the vehicle. #2) Have this video on a loop so people can watch it. 3) Put his log book in a plexiglass showcase so people can read the log book.

Where do you start, the truck? The man? Jeff? It's amazing for a truck or any vehicle to last 1.6 million plus miles, and Mike seems like such a genuinely nice person. I'm sure he's in heaven along with his sister having a great get together. And Jeff? Truly one of the best salesmen out there I would buy a car from any day if I lived in North Carolina. God bless all them.

Rest in peace, Mike. Thank you for all the memories. From a 2009 green 4cyl Tacoma Access Cab owner with 167000 current miles.

Wow, that was an awesome story of faith and courage...... and I thought I have lot of miles on my TACOMA over 300,000 on my 2005 V6 and never failed me once... R.I.P Mike I hope to make it to at least half of your mileage.

He was such a calm, compassionate and humble soul. He must've been a loving husband and a great father (if he had kids). So sad that he died from the same sickness he had been fighting against. This is such a touching video. Something completely different and it had highs and lows and some really touching moment! May his soul rest in peace 🌷

I bought my first of four toyotas in 1987. My latest is a 2023 toyota tacoma trd sport. It's my retirement vehicle, 3865 miles and counting, till death do us part

RIP Mike. Im glad to hear your story and that your truck is in a place where other people can see your Tacoma.

Been following Mike since the first video. Jeff, thanks for making this. You're a good dude. RIP Mike! One hell of a truck!

The fact that the engine lasted 880,000 miles alone is crazy impressive. I’m sure he could have had it repaired without warranty but for the cost it probably made more sense to replace.

Beautiful story. Rest in peace Mike. I know he's looking down smiling. 🥲

Rest well Mike. What an incredibile story from a great Man. My heart goes out to his family & loved ones.

Man this video right in the gut and tears gushed from my eyes … such a genuine human being who really loved his family and shared his wonderful truck story..putting it in a show room is an awesome tribute to him and everyone who loved him. Jeff I could only imagine how difficult it was for you to put this video together! Thank you very much for sharing.. RIP Mike and condolences to all friends and family.

RIP Mike. Thanks for sharing your wonderful story about you and your Tacoma!

Mike was such a genuinely humble great guy!!! I am glad his Tacoma and story was shared with all of us.

What a wonderful story and tribute to Mike! His memory will be preserved because of your video here and because of the numerous runs he made in his Tacoma delivering cancer diagnosis drugs to people in need. Thanks for this - it made my day.

This video is special in a few different ways. My sympathies to Mike’s wife and family! I can relate to Mike being adopted as I was at a month of age. I will always stand for Toyota and their Quality! Really appreciate you sharing this Jeff! I lost my Mother to cancer in 2012 so I can definitely sympathize! Always my personal best for you and your family and the dealership! Mark in Iowa.

This is a great tribute to your friend Mike and the truck he was proud to own. Its a perfect showpiece inside the dealership for people to see just how well these little trucks hold up. This is for sure going to make many hesitant customers pull the trigger and buy one on the spot.

Man oh man this brought tears on big time, you and your dealership deserves big praise for this. If I was remotely close I’d make the drive to buy from you guys every single time. Rip mike you left a legacy friend!

Rest in peace Mike. You got one heck of a truck!

Man thats an awesome story. Jeff you are one of the good ones for sure to keep in touch with Mike all those years. I own a 2022 Tacoma 2WD TRD Sport. I love this truck. I have been driving Toyotas since 1999 i will never drive anything else. Keep these great videos coming.

Thanks Jeff...............what a great story. My 4 runner Limited is in the garage "smiling"..........

Love this story, I remember watching the first video and thought, I wish I could afford one. Well I got out of debt and saved the money to buy one in cash. I bought a used 2021 Tacoma SR5 with 36000 miles and I’m praying I get at least half of what Mike got on his. Rest In Peace Mike.

Was just trying to watch a video on Tacomas reliability. Haven’t stopped crying in 10 minutes

Love this story. Mike seemed like such a great man. May he rest in peace. He did his part to make this world a better place, and to those who make and sell these vehicles, it’s stories like this that should keep motivating you to make great products.

My behind-the-scenes story on this Tacoma www.torquenews.com/6626/16-million-mile-toyota-tacoma-where-it-now Please SHARE this video and story to people can hear the story themselves. Jeff

Very cool, Jeff! When I come to Manassas for work later this year, I will try & make the trip down to see this legend! Hopefully it will still be there or maybe it could take a tour of dealerships around the country! That guy devoted his whole life for others. Completely selfless & humble to no end! Rest in Paradise, Mike. ❤

That’s so beautiful to see it in the show room. Love that you and the dealership is giving it so much ❤️.

May He Rest in Peace! 🙏🏻 I hope someday I’ll go see his Truck. What a Story this is.. I will always be a Toyota guy. 👍🏻

Thanks for this video. It is sad to hear of Mike’s passing but a good ending for the truck. He would have loved that I bet. Seeing his videos with you helped convince me to get my first Tacoma. You found a very sweet way to honor a guy that seems like he was a truly great person.

Thank you for doing this Jeff! My son and I stopped into the Fred Anderson yesterday to see the truck. I love how you guys just cleaned it up and put it on the showroom floor but the bumps and bruises of the truck are still there for all to see. It was a workhorse for Mike; doing a special job. This has to be about the coolest thing I have seen a dealership do for a customer and I wanted to express my appreciation. Can't wait for the new Tacoma so I can get out of my GMC :)

Jeff, this was a touching video. Mike would be happy of where the Tacoma currently resides. I hope this truck continues to have a bright future.

😭RIP MIKE...THANK YOU! THANKS JEFF.

Amazing story, RIP Mike. The Tacoma meant a lot to Mike and glad to see it inside the showroom for the world to see. Toyota Jeff, you did a great thing here sharing this story with all of us. I live in a suburb of Raleigh and will come see Mike’s Tacoma and shake your hand

Thank you so much Jeff... what a bond you had with Mike and his Tacoma.. Rest easy in heaven Mike..He is a hero. What a way to honor his legacy.... I was welled up watching the video.... I have a 2017 toyota tacoma access cab 4 cylinder 2.7 liter...I am confident that my truck will outlived me..

Sorry to hear about your friend passing. He seems like a great guy. I bought a Toyota Tacoma not too long ago. It has over 100k miles on it. I feel now that it’s practically a new vehicle from watching your video. 10:18

I'm a Toyota Hilux owner since 2004. My first truck went up to 800K kms before I decided on a new vehicle so I sold it. It was probably one of the worst thought out decisions I had ever made. I redeemed myself and bought a new Hilux 3 years ago. My point is Toyota trucks or pickups as they're known in my part of the world will last ages if you take care of them and Mike's Taco here is testament to that.

I was there the other day. Saw the Tacoma. Truly amazing. God bless Mike and the truck!

Wow, just wow. New to you and the story and I am floored how this evolved. Thank you and thank you Mike. Stories like this make me want to be a better human being.

Here in Eastern Canada I’ve seen two Camry’s with over 1 million klms (625 thousand miles) which is amazing when you consider the road salt and winter conditions in the area. This truck though is amazing!! … RIP Mike

Jeff one of your best videos. I love it. I am so proud of you. I feel Mike is smiling down on you.

RIP Mike. It’s rare to see a vehicle survive their owner in this manner. My father and I drive his 2007 Tacoma 4-cyl access cab still, but we only have 160k miles on it. One day, I will have to make a pilgrimage to North Carolina to check this truck out. I’ve driven that Tacoma in all kinds of weather conditions and it has always been a dependable truck. My 2007 Tacoma has been in 4 accidents, none of them my fault, but the engine and trans are still all original.

This makes my heart so happy. Mike was always so proud of his truck and being the owner of a blue Tacoma as well I get his passion. He worked for me for several years and was such a dedicated man. He is missed. Thanks so much for making this final chapter for him.

RIP Mike, god bless and that is good that y’all keeping it in the show room

RIP Mike, I work for Toyota as well and everyone always brings up this Tacoma. Glad it was able to be in the showroom on display for Mike!

Thanks for sharing this Jeff. Sad for Mike’s passing but happy knowing he’s with the Lord and with Suzy. Beautiful video.

Toyota Corp should give his wife whatever new car she wants.

Great Story! Truck is one thing but, your relationship is another with Mike!!

Thank you Mike for sharing over the years.

I have an 07' Scion Tc with 200,000 miles. It's an icebox in the summer, and I've NEVER been stuck in snow of any kind, and we live in Massachusetts. I have confidence, that it will last 500,000 miles, because I've changed the oil every 3,000 miles since it's purchase, and it still has very strong torque. There's some rust, and it's dirty, but I wouldn't trade it for any other automobile. So far the only repairs, have been a steering column, that went bad the first 6 months, which was covered for a $50 deductible on the warranty, and an alternator, that's it

Wow what a great story, prayers for Mike's family, Rest in peace Sir

I'm glad you shared this, it's a beautiful story, I'm just now hearing about his story. And, I'm at a loss for words, I wish he would've made it to 2 million, now I'm crying.

I have a 2003 toyota tundra v8 access cab and it has 300,000 miles on it. It's the most reliable vehicle I have ever owned. It was actually the first vehicle I ever owned. Only big maintenance I have had to do on it is replace the radiators and replace a o2 sensor

This video was good on so many levels! For one thing, it was totally cool of you to keep in touch with Mike all these years since you sold him the truck in the first place. And for the truck to go back to the dealership for display, well, that was just perfect! My assumption is that legally, title-wise, that the truck went to YOU, Jeff, and that it is you who are letting it be viewed in the dealership. To me, I think that would be great because as we have seen, you did a good thing with it. That old saying "when life gives you lemons, just make lemonade", is so relevant here. Mike died, which is the "lemon", and you made "lemonade" out of it and honored him at the same time. Literally poetry in motion! I also think it would have been cool to get video of his widow talking about the truck and telling you in her words, about how it was that Mike came to leave you the truck, although we know from what you told in the video. In any case, as someone else here wrote, whoever thought that a Tacoma video could be so heartwarming!!!

God bless you Mike, rest in peace sir. Thank you Jeff for this video.

The only thing better than that Tacoma, was the man driving it! This is your best video Jeff.

This Tacoma makes my 657,000 mile Honda Accord seem like it has low miles! Great video, I remember hearing about this specific Tacoma before in one of the other videos. Sad to hear he passed away, but I'm glad it gets a spot of honor on the showroom floor.

Rest in Peace Mike. You will remain being a legend with your Tacoma forever.

@ToyotaJeff Reviews: I bet Mike Sweers and Toyota corporate would love to display it and see what made it last so long… thanks for the trip down memory lane. Rest In Peace sir.

Mike was a great man. He was so proud of that truck. RIP Mike…glad to call you my friend.

Thanks for all you are doing Jeff! Great video and great gesture from FRED ANDERSON! Toyota corporation should make something special about this story 👏

800,000 + Miles on the first engine is still incredibly impressive. This has really changed my mind about the tacoma

Thank you Jeff. Rest in Paradise Mike. God Bless.

I remember seeing the 800k mile video you posted. Rest in peace Mike! 😇

wow, didn't expect this much emotion. godspeed, Mike

Sorry for your loss Jeff.

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