Overview - 2008 Toyota Tundra Double Cab Limited 4x4 5.7L iForce V8 (3UR-FE)
- 94,281 documented miles
- Diagnosed with significant internal engine damage
- Sold as-is, where-is
- Flatbed transport recommended
Current Mechanical Status - The engine starts, idles, and moves under its own power. It’s been driven only short distances since the diagnosis. All gauges indicate normal status and no warning lights are present. Toyota of Seattle’s inspection identified significant internal engine damage and advised against further driving.
Engine Diagnosis - Toyota of Seattle (May 2026)
- No diagnostic trouble codes present
- Head gasket failure allowing coolant to mix with engine oil
- Bearing damage with metal debris in oil pan, filter housing, and filter
- Timing compartment clatter present
- Cam tower leaking oil onto Driver's side exhaust manifold
- Evidence of coolant on valley plate under intake
- Combustion gases escaping into coolant system
Toyota of Seattle verdict: “Due to these issues, engine replacement suggested”
History
- Original owner, custom factory order
- Dealer serviced approximately every 5K miles (all service records available)
- Clean Washington State Title
- CarFax, AutoCheck, and VINCheck all available
Body Condition
- No flood, fire, hail, or rust damage
- Driver’s side front corner swiped while parked on the street. Professionally repaired (see closeup picture). Documented on AutoCheck and CarFax reports (April 2021)
Factory Options & Upgrades
- Pyrite Mica exterior complemented by rare Redrock leather heated seats
- Memory Package Option controls power driver seat, power folding mirrors with puddle lamps, and power tilt/telescopic steering wheel with dual-driver memory settings.
- New Kenwood eXcelon Reference DMX958XR (retaining all the same steering wheel controls) featuring Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, HD Radio and SiriusXM ready (October 2023)
- New Alpine rear view camera (October 2023)
- 4 New Michelin Defender LTX M/S2 Tires 116H XL BSW 275/60 R20 (February 2026)
- 4 New Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors (February 2026)
- New Interstate Battery (May 2026)
- Trailer Brake Controller (December 2016)
- Kargo Master Pro II Heavy-Duty Ladder Rack (January 2009)
- Line-X Spray-on Bedliner (January 2009)
Seller's Note - Aside from the engine diagnosis, this is a one-owner, low-mileage truck with a well-documented maintenance history. The truck is being sold due to the engine diagnosis. Value remains for a buyer prepared to replace the engine.
Terms of Sale
- Transaction: Cash or eBay Secure Purchase
- Title Transfer: Upon cleared full payment or through Secure Purchase
- Logistics: Due to the engine diagnosis, the Tundra is being sold as non-operational and flatbed transport is recommended. Buyer to arrange towing at their expense.
Recent Service History
(2020 — 2026)
May 2026 (94,235)
- 95,000 Mile Service - Not Completed
- Engine Diagnosed with Significant Internal Damage
December 2024 (92,938)
- Oil and Filter Service
- Cabin Filter Replaced
October 2023 (90,249)
- 90,000 Mile Major Service
- Oil and Filter Service
- Replace Upper and Lower Radiator Hoses
- Replace Spark Plugs
- Replace Valve Cover Gasket @ Driver’s Side
- Complete Transmission Flush
- Power Steering Fluid Change
- Fuel Injection + Air Induction Cleaning
- Inspected Fuel Lines and Connections, Tank Vapor Vent System Hoses, Tank Band
- Lubricate and Re-torque Propeller Shaft
- Engine Air Filter
July 2022 (85,087)
- 85,000 Mile Service
- Oil and Filter Service
- 4x4 Service - Front, Rear and Transfer Case
- Brake Fluid Flush
- Front and Rear Brake Rotors Machined
- Front and Rear Brake Pads Replaced
December 2021 (83,631)
May 2020 (80,010)
- 80,000 Mile Service
- Oil and Filter Service