I now have my Dad's 2004 Nissan Titan SE 4x4. My folks bought it new in 04, and my Dad passed in 08. My Mom loved the truck, and kept it, garaged, and rarely drove it but did enjoy taking it up through the Owyhees. I sold my last truck last year and asked her if she wanted to sell me the Titan. She said no, she still enjoyed driving it, and fair enough, I was using it looking for another truck. On my birthday my Mom said keep it! She does want to drive it now and then, so we swap cars, and I drive her Altima for a few days until we swap back. This beautful 04 Titan finally turned 50,000 miles a few months ago. In 2023! She looks almost new and drives like it too. I'm pretty deliriously happy, and you can't beat it was my Dad's last truck!

The 5.6 is bullet proof. Watch the manifolds (cracks), engine mounts, pinion and axle seals, heater control valve, leak from the thermostat housing, interior plastics and HVAC actuators. Nissan Master Tech for 4 years.

The most under appreciated trucks on the market. Solid quality, reliability and power.

as a total nissan hater for their modern vehicles, I had to buy my parents a cheap farm truck after their GM threw in the towel. I found a Titan and at first I wanted to throw the idea away, but after some research, it was the only logical choice. Three months in, it's been a wicked wicked truck. Very high mileage, and I had to fix a few small things that took an afternoon, but man. Impressive truck. Miles better than their 08 Sierra was with half the mileage.

I like the Tundras & Titans not as high-selling vehicles but as unique alternatives to the American Big 3 players. Something to be said about having automakers having their own flavor rather than the ‘norm’...

My dad bought a new Titan back in 05 years later I bought it off of him. I put long travel on it and I drive it extremely hard and it never gives me issues just hit 270k miles really an underrated truck

My mom had an Armada she got new in 2011. 5.6 liter V8. Clocked 165k on it towing and going on long trips from Ohio to SC and Maryland numerous times. Never had a mechanical issue. Great powertrain

That truck has one of the best v8 motors on the market. Had a 2004 just like that but in black. Still the best truck I have owned.

You guys should have noted that the front seats flatten out with the back seats to make a place to lay down. Also the back doors open all the way up. A friend had one and we were able to put a 9 drawer dresser in the back with the seats up. Amazing amount of room.

I had this truck, and it was the fastest thing on the road. Hemi's gave me a good run for the money, but it was really fast. I really liked it.

I bought a 2012 Titan with 200K miles for $6500 a few months ago for my sons first vehicle. I’m amazed how durable this thing is. Very fun truck for sure.

I have two Armadas from that era. My 05 is 2wd and has never had an issue out in the farm pasture. Never had an engine issue or trans issue. The exhausts rotted off both and some interior stuff breaks but the ac is ice cold on both and they are tanks. 200k is nothing for them.

As someone who owned two of that gen. They were full size not 7/8 like you heard. And were beating the competition at that time but many didn't buy them. That 5.6l was powerful and could easily out tow the others. They were the first to have the rail system in the bed and the storage box.

I've got a '13 Pro-4X crew cab, it has 120k miles on it and I love it!

I had 2004 titan for 8 yrs. only had to charge AC twice no other issues.Then 2016 F150 for 18 months. Broke twice. Went back to 2010 Titan 2 yrs ago. No issues again. I would recommend fixing leaks, change all fluids, replace ball joints, tie rods, sway bar links. Change wheel bearings if needed. Clean and rust proof underside.

I used to have a 2010 titan, I miss that truck a lot, it just could not tow enough for what I needed, but its a good truck, if you are reading this and considering one, don't hesitate they are good off road, comfortable, powerful, and are a good family hauler, and are quite reliable, mine needed no more then basic maintenance, and to add, maintaining one and doing all the fluid changes yourself was super easy. Great find Brendan, and those sunglass holders make great taco holders 🤣🤣

The 7/8 trucks were the Tundras.

I had an "04 Titan bought new in "04. It had off road package and a rear locker. I put over 220,00 miles on it working and then sold it for $1000. Still see it driving around sometimes! Great truck but had some brake and rear axle problems.

I paid 11.5k for a 2013 Titan PRO 4X with 143K miles. Don't know much about good deals but I love this thing.

I had a '68 F-100 that had the toolbox in the side of the truck bed, on the passenger side, near the door. I can definitely say Nissan was not one of the first to do this lol.

Deal of the Century! Cheaper than my head gasket repair on the 1993 Pathfinder. Amazing!

I bought a 2004 Titan with 260,000 miles for $2500 three years ago, it has already 335,000 miles and has take me to many different places here in USA and out of the country as well, I have drive it through mountains, deserts, beaches, snow, rain, big cities traffic, roads full of path holes, etc. I have driven it for more than 22 hours and 1,500 miles continuously four times already. I have used it for camping, hunting, construction work and family stuff. I bought it to be my beater truck and has been one of the best trucks that I have ever owned!, and take this from someone that owns Tundras and Tacomas. I have of course replaced parts even before they break just to have a peace of mind and make sure that won’t leave me stranded on the middle of the road, manifolds, all four catalytic converters, suspension parts and many other things but I have never needed to touch the transmission or engine!, actually engine and transmission feel powerful and like new. My goal is to see 500K miles on this truck and Im confident that it will happen.

Still driving the "04" I bought brand new. I've always been a Chevy guy but these trucks are tuff as they come and have a whole lot less problems to deal with than my Chevy's do. Highly recommend them...

On the Nissan you guys mentioned about the exterior rear storage box being one of the first. Actually it was done by Ford and GM in the 60/70 vintage trucks as an option. I wish that more manufacturers would add this to there trucks in the current time. We know that Ram has their storage in the side of the bed while the Ridgeline has the trunk feature.

Best reason to get an older truck for a 4WD is that it isn't computer controlled like todays off roaders. The Titan was the best deal when it came out. And still remains a good deal.

I have an 09 Titan and I love it. It's a beast! Great trucks and definitely unique. It's not a typical chevy, Ford, or Ram out there, but it can compete in its class.

I’ve never heard of the Titan being referred to as 7/8 size… only the 1st gen Tundra

$1,500 is $1,500. This truck is worth that and plenty more all day.

Significantly larger cab than my 06 Silverado. We bought a 2012 Armada for my wife based upon a friend’s recommendation. It’s been bulletproof so far and regularly tows a 3 horse trailer. Even the auto leveling suspension still works! And when rust fully consumes my Chevy it’ll be replaced by a Titan.

My dad bought his 04 brand new in 04, still driving it, i am currently on my second 2010 (first one totaled by an idiot), and i love it. It may not be as fancy as the big 3 in some regards, but the engine alone, worth it.

The way that red beard flows in the wind. Majestic.

This is THE BEST deal on any vehicle, ever! Awesome to be able to help the guy in need. ❤️🙏

Jeremy Clarkson said that the fastest car in the world is not a supercar or even a hypercar, but instead a rental car because you can drive it at its limit without caring. I think you just proved the best off-roader is the dirt cheap one you can be brave enough to take anywhere because you just don't have to care. Addendum: I just noticed the bullet as radio antenna. Nice.

I had a 2008 Titan and absolutely loved that truck. It definitely had some issues nothing too major other than the exhaust manifolds which was expensive. Other small things, but the way they drive and handle etc it is definitely a driver's truck 🍻

Love that you bought a truck for a friend in need and then immediately took it off road.

I have a 15 pro 4X and paid $32k with only 42k miles and I love it. My best friend is a Nissan master tech and recommend it (the 16 and later not so much). The thing about these is they stayed the same with small improvements year over year which is how it should be.

I bought a new 2005 Titan 4 dr XE model and still have it. It has none of the "extras" you see in the video as it is a base model but still well equipped. The engine is bullet proof and have some issues but I keep up with them as it is cheaper to repair than buying a new or used one. Anyway, funny story, when I went in to buy my first set of tires (mounted on the original steel wheels) the tire guy looked at the original tires from Nissan (Bridgestone) but it was a different tire size than in his catlogue. What he found out was that my truck was the "commercial" version of the Titan. The salesman never told me that and I don't think many people know they have or had a commercial version. It has a real heavy duty suspension too. I think the tires are like 10 ply and can hold 70psi. Of course I don't drive with that much air but it is some workhorse of a truck. She's a keeper! Nissan never advertises the Titan and they don't market it very well. You load the bed and it hardly squats or not at all

Back in the late 60's you could get the ford trucks with a utility drawer in the bottom front right of the bed with the camper special options. You could get one where the spare tire in the front left of the bed fully enclosed.

I had a 2012 Titan. Absolutely one tough truck and I’ve never had an issue. Traded up to a 2019 Titan n I still miss my 2012

I used to want one of these so bad back in the day but last few years forgot what I liked about them. Thanks for reminding me, these things were loaded with features in the 2000s

Last summer i picked up a 2012 Pro4x king cab with only 89k miles. I'm loving it so far. Feels just right, like I could go across the country and never get tired of drivng it.

I really like my 07 crew cab Titan 4WD. 270k miles now. Pulls my 25-foot travel trailer well, and adding cold air intake and dual exhaust helped. It has four-inch Rough Country lift with 33-inch Toyos for the AZ 4WD roads. If my only frustration has been the heater defrost mix, that is a good thing. The engine is still strong, and with the cost of other trucks these days, I will drive this thing forever.

seems like a solid rig with all those miles! really hope this truck helps improve his situation! stay safe guys!

I have a 2015 Nissan Titan SL 4x4 and run a Large enclosed trailer almost daily. Im at 244,609 currently and the only issues ive had was the starter went out!? So not a huge deal. I still love it and so much so i bought the newer 2018 for me and crew runs the 2015!!! Ive had a few chevy/gmc z71, f150s, and my titans are MUCH better trucks in my opinion and experience. Also have a 2005 Pathfinder Nismo with 324,368 and it still drives like a champ, jist did suspension upgrade, arb bumper, brakes, and tune up! I love them

The 5.6 is a masterpiece, best V8 available on the market. It has 6 bolt mains! Some blokes out of New Zealand, where they race these engines said the first time they tore down an OEM engine they swore it was built for motorsport. I own a 2006 Titan. Trans is excellent as well, which is nice considering its a JATCO, makers of the garbage CVTs in nissan cars. There were a lot of cheap parts used, these were the cheapest trucks in their class. The seats are cheap, the shocks and struts were garbage, interior of lower quality, sheetmetal really thin, etc.. The rear diffs had problems on early models, lots of axle seal leaks. But overall, for the right price , can be a great truck bargain. Im keeping mine forever. Get JBA headers, dynomax exhaust, transgo shift kit and you got yourself a very respectable cruiser.

Have to say after only owning built Jeeps for off roading rigs, I have been absolutely blown away at what my big girl is able to do. Anything you put in front of her, she just eats it up. Factor in the price and a Titan is hard to beat when it comes to a full size off road truck.

I'm so glad that in Ontario Canada we got rid of emissions and I love those Nissan first generation trucks. They are underrated

It was the first gen Tundra that was "7/8th" size, the Titan was the largest 1/2 ton through 2007MY. I have a 2007 Titan and the window sticker even stated that fact. It wasn't until the Ram megacab came out that it lost that claim. Also, I love my truck, it is getting really old now, but it has treated us so well. Super reliable, it's our road trip machine, tows our boat, and I had a TruTrac rear diff put in it and we do some pretty tough (for a long wheelbase crew cab) off-roading in it. Just basic maintenance, blower motor resistor, radiator cap, driver side power window motor. That's been it. I'll cry when we finally get a new truck, but I won't be getting another Nissan, the Gen 1 was special and Nissan is a lost company. I'll be getting a Toyota next.

I have a 2008 Titan that I've been driving for at least 10 years. It will do much harsher off roading that what these guys did. It'll cruise the highway at 80 mph, smooth as can be. Cruise at 65mph with a 19 foot travel trailer. Lots of power from the 5.6 V8, It has done everything I've ever asked of it. Gas mileage sucks, well about 15mpg highway, unless I'm pulling the camper, then its 10mpg. Best truck I've ever owned. Before the titan I had a Frontier, and before that, a Hardbody. Been driving Nissan trucks for 35 years.

I have an 04 Titan, 4/4 crew cab, tow package , 265 thousand miles runs perfectly!! Everything works! I have did mantience regally, but I can say it’s bn an excellent truck for what I paid for it! It’s now 20 years old, an runs like it did new! Again I maintain my vehicles regularly! Engine has never been worked on! Or transmission!! Only starter alternator ect! Very reliable!

There goes the prices...

I currently own an 07 Infiniti QX56, which is basically the same truck just in a more luxurious SUV configuration with all of the options included, and it is now hitting 170k and going as strong as could be. However, I did have to get the transmission rebuilt in 2015 at 90k miles, and recently I had to replace the valve cover gasket as well as regular maintenance such as spark plugs, fluids, carbon cleanout, etc. Unfortunately, just a few months ago someone ran a stop sign and t boned me in the process. The people who hit me didn't have insurance, but thankfully I was covered by my own, and the cost to fix it was 10k, so it is all good now and running strong. I 100% believe this thing could easily hit 300k + as long as some idiot doesn't ruin it for me 😂😂

And I'm sure the profits from this video will also help expand that budget to make this a great long-term solution for his friend. Great vid. guys. Those Titans are beasts. They still are.

I have a 07 Titan with 230,000 miles. Only major repair was replacing the radiator. The truck has been a highway beast, a daily grocery getter and an off road player. Best truck/vehicle I’ve ever owned. Can haul anything, looks cool and smokes most modern trucks up I-70 in the Colorado Rockies.

I have the 2 wheel drive..201572 miles and it's still strong..love it😊

I drive a Crew Cab Titan with 289,000 miles. I'm a self employed handyman. I have mowing route 2 days a week towing a heavy landscape trailer and it carries generator, compressor, and all manner of tools depending on workload on days I'm not doing a mow route. Back seats fold up and I put my Craftsman Trade Stack (like Packout) modular tool cases in back when I need bed open for building material. The truck is very smooth and comfortable for family duty on weekends and vacations but is also very stable with a heavy load or a loaded trailer. Usually you have stiff and stable or soft and comfortable with trucks Ive used for work over the years (all makes but toyota) That truck is perfect for a modern plumber especially if he has modern modular storage boxes like Trade Stack or Packout to quickly change out what he has on the truck for different jobs. I hope this plumber friend of yours has had as good fortune with his truck as I with mine. And yes, I have a medical needs child so I get tight budget while also being a small businessman

bought my 2006 Titan for $6k(CAD) and it now has 352km(220k miles) and still feels rock solid for a budget offroader, the transmission valve body is starting to show issues but ive ordered a wrecker transmission for dirt cheap and ill be back to camping and towing my rallyx car around BC, Canada

2004, the first year,,,. The Off- Road model was a precursor to the Pro4X. There were a lot of 2004 and 2005 Titans that were bought back by the manufacturer because of the tiny and marginal if not fully inadequate brakes. There was a recall and the brakes were beefed up. With this many miles on it, I’m sure that was fixed. The trucks were otherwise pretty good. They did have the exhaust rot out on them in the rust belts. The banging may have been the spare they showed banging back and forth when walking around the truck. The 4 pin is for the topper interior light, and the rear high mount stop lamp. You tie into the wiring harness in the driver’s side taillight with the other half of the harness that’s likely in the stake pocket now. The other wiring harness was probably for a small slide in truck camper at one time. Unless there are holes showing there was a 5th wheel in the box prior. $1500,,,,, great deal!!!

I remember seeing the truck when it first came out at the LA auto show. I didn’t have a whole lot of interest but I could tell it was a nice looking truck.

A friend has a 2006 Nissan Titan with the extended cab/short box 4X4. He put a 2" lift kit on it, and went up to a 33" tire. He has close to 200K miles on it with no significant mechanical issues. His only complaint is the fuel economy--about 12-18 mpg, about the same as a V8 Tundra. He uses the truck for work and regularly drives some really nasty 4WD roads with no issues.

Got my 2005 titan for 4200, very powerful and strong, love it

I have a 2009 Nissan Titan with 220000 miles on it zero problem with it had it for 8years strong

Some pretty cool guys at TFL. Really like the channel.

I'm a Chevy man through and through, but I own a Titan as well, and I love this truck.

A tip. On my '05 Titan the dealer was having a devil of a time trying to get the service engine light diagnosed. It was a TCM module but it kept coming back on UNTIL I had to have a new battery. Put new battery in, cleared the code and hasn't returned. Could be it needs a new battery. Worked for me. Just sayin'.

I have had an 05 Titan (it has a locker) since new, just hit 150k miles, almost no issues. If I was dumb enough to replace it, it would be with another Titan or a frontier. Given prices and quality control on the big three there is no way anyone could convince me they are better options.

That’s a awesome color and awesome truck wish I could’ve found this when I was looking for a Titan

Still have my 2005 Armada SE 4wd i bought used in 2008 for 18.8k. Its been a beast. Pulling boats. Off-roading and snow use a ton. Been a great rig. We call it the Griswold family truckster. You might not like it now, but wait till you drive it.

Ford f250 was the original truck to have a tool box on bed in the 1970s right behind the cab on both sides 😮.

I just picked up a fixer upper 2008 4X2 King Cab SE. I'm looking forward to getting it in good shape again. I might not keep it long term because of the mpg, but I'm happy with it for now.

Really solid trucks. Great alternative to the common big three.

I like the styling of the first generation Titans.

These older, Nissan Titans are nice, decent pick-up trucks.

So I still have my 2004 Nissan Titan Crew Cab LE, Galaxy Black (bought in June 2003 in Miami, FL) big tow package which has 215K miles. I need to replace my valve cover gaskets which leak, ABS sensor, A/C actuators (I ignore the knocking) and one corner of the bad that has a rusty floor ^' x 6" area. I have the accessory racks, wire mesh tailgate divider, sliding bin and all the cleats. Used it for my kayak transport and various light duty trailers. Still trucking!! Oh and I had a DVD player (glovebox mount) with dual rear headrest displays for my daughter who grew up in this truck watching every Disney and animated DVD know to kids at the time.

These things seem to last forever. Where I live there’s a bunch of them being used by landscape crews. Those trucks still work hard every day and don’t seem to give up. A mechanic I know said the engines were garbage but he didn’t elaborate on what the issue with them was.

Brendon awesome thumbnail bud love you bud your doing magnificent. I’m so proud

Probably Andre was jealous because the Titan has cruise control 😅😂 Happy 4th of July, guys 😊

I love Titans and am on the market for a 1st generation. The 5.6 is a workhorse and sure with proper maintenance it’ll do what I need with ease and provide many years of service

The Titan is very popular among Australian tradies. The Toyota Hilux is of course the most popular among tradies.

I have a 2012 currently with the big tow package. Great truck.

super good video, thank you guys for find old vehicles to review keep them coming TFL, Happy 4th of July.

Well done Brendan, this IS a good truck, I'd buy it.

My 2007 Titan has been awesome, still kickin!!

Had mine 08 for many years got rid of it bye the time it got too 300,000 miles it was becoming a money pit. Motor and tranny were solid tho !! No issues just everything else was. Lots of leaks lol, exhaust manifold cracked,rear axle seals leaked, upper lower ball joints replaced, wheel bearings replaced, it was shutting off while driving just a sensor issue, oil leaked, coolant leaked…. Still sold it for a decent price too after everything was fixed

These have an actual dana 44 rear locker too which was missing from most of competition at the time. I just a bought a 23' Nissan Titan Pro4x loaded for only 59k and it's so underrated compared the competition as well even today especially at it's price point!

$1500? Brendan has no idea that was a steal. Nor does he know the difference between motor oil and antifreeze. 😂😂😂…. BTW, still love my 2008 Titan LE LWB…. 155k miles…. Tows great, 8ft bed. Still strong. Horrible mileage. But still cheaper than buying a new truck.

I have a 2005 Titan LE, bought it in 2018 with 184500 miles on it, Biggest job was having Transmission rebuilt @ 201500, still have today @ 207885, plan on owning til it drops but i do love the LE version (Luxury Version)

Love my pathfinder with the 4.0 v6 and a comfy interior

Love my titan. It’s an 09 with 107,000 and has a long way to go. I bought it in 2021 for 12k. When I’m with buddies with f150’s of the same year… they paid a lot more but we do all the same stuff.

Great trucks! I have had 3. All have went over 200k miles with little maintenance

For an almost 20yr old truck.. I'd hope it would be under $2000 lol These are what prices should be or lower

Still rocking a 2015. I love the truck. Does everything I need it to do. We need to get back to this instead of $100K vehicles.

Bought my 04 se crew cab back in 07. Currently has 161k miles.strong truck never let me down. Only major problem was the transmission fluis hose busting on me while on the highway , scary day. Have replaced starter, new manifolds. Coils, power windows, air still blows cold but no heat. Currently needs new paint badly n tires. Was gonna give up n buy a new truck then i saw todays sticker prices so im definitely keeping her til my death!

I have a 2007 with 183k miles.. Runs great, doesn't burn oil... Very strong truck.. No issues what so ever..

Nissan trucks are criminally underrated. Even Brendan talked bad about them at one of the Auto Auctions y’all went to.

I live in PA and picked up a fully loaded 2013 SL with ARE cap with 130k mi from Florida that never seen snow for $6500 2 yrs ago. New Bilstein 5100s lifted 2" in the front, 1" blocks out back. New Powerstop brakes with calipers all the way around. Summitomo Encounter factory size 33"s on 20s. Replaced a heater valve, starter, and front wheel hub assemblies. Still dont have $10k in it. These trucks are sadly underated for sure.

The Nissan trucks for me were always "It's a great truck, except it doesn't come in the cab/bed configuration that I in a truck.". I really do think that is something that has held back all of the Japanese truck brands is the limited configurations most notably regular cab/long bed.

I’ve done those parking lot 4x4 tests myself looking at used vehicles. $1,500.00 doesn’t seem too bad. Although I never bought one, I too have looked at this generation Titan.

I searched in the end of 22 specifically for a Titan because of their bulletproof reliability and heavy duty ruggedness. The best deal I found was $21k out the door for a 12 Pro4x with 68k miles on it. Faded paint on the hood was the only noteworthy issue. I had to fight to get them down to that price at the time. I saw others 5-8 years older with triple the mileage for around $7-$12k. Having owned two 2016 and later Titan’s I prefer the earlier Generations, seem better made and definitely heavier.

I've been watching tfl since the beginning and consider myself a car truck nerd. But Andre I am impressed you are in my eyes now the real deal since I had no idea the front seat did that lol. Then he slides out the pleat in the bed. What the hell Andre lol you da man!!!