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#1 of 68 Need Advice ASAP. Which Pick-up by rich29_ca Jun 09, 2007 (8:37 am)
So I'm looking to buy a truck for work. I want a full sized (not small pick-up), used but obviously reliable truck. What are your experiences, what make, model, year. I'm looking to spend 9-11k.   I know people have their fav. makes, but please be impartial and give me your input.   Thanks in Advance, Rich __________________ Replies to this message: jfritsch (Jun 15, 2007 8:06 pm) 12ozcurls (Jun 24, 2007 6:26 pm)
#2 of 68 Re: Need Advice ASAP. Which Pick-up [rich29_ca] by jfritsch Jun 15, 2007 (8:06 pm)
Replying to: rich29_ca (Jun 09, 2007 8:37 am) Check out my message 692 in the midsize pickup comparo forum. Also read though the last month or two of messages there. You should be able to get about 11000-12000 in a base regular cab truck for the dodge 1500 or Silverado 2x2. Also the Ford f series. That is for a brand new 07.   As for reliability, anything would be anecdotal. "My uncle had a Ford/Chevy/Dodge/etc once and the tranny fell out at 70000 miles so I will never buy a Ford/Chevy/Dodge etc again" There all about the same, exc for features you may want. August should be a shooting gallery for good pricing.   --good luck ==jjf   So I'm looking to buy a truck for work. I want a full sized (not small pick-up), used but obviously reliable truck. What are your experiences, what make, model, year. I'm looking to spend 9-11k.    I know people have their fav. makes, but please be impartial and give me your input.    Thanks in Advance, Rich
#3 of 68 Re: Need Advice ASAP. Which Pick-up [rich29_ca] by 12ozcurls Jun 24, 2007 (6:26 pm)
Replying to: rich29_ca (Jun 09, 2007 8:37 am) Well in that price range, you can't go wrong with the '88-'98 Chevy/GMC 2500 or even the 1500 since they are built off the same platform. My cousin actually just bought a '97 Chevy 1500. He had just sold his Harley Davidson edition F-150 because it was his daily driver and with the supercharger, it was just costing him way too much gas. He also had to watch where he parked it, worry about getting it stolen, and watch out for scratches and all that stuff. With the Chevy, which he plans do actually use as a truck, he doesn't worry about any of that stuff. He and his family are die hard Ford guys, but even they know, those Chevy's can take a beating. They are also available with some nice big and powerful engines. Engines that were designed for power, not for emissions compliance. They are very common in the market place and parts are plentiful for them if you ever need to change anything. If you need anymore information, I know a guy that practically knows everything about trucks. He runs a site www.thesnoman.com and he can pretty much answer any questions you can think of. Hope I helped.
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#6 of 68 First Time Truck Buyer, suggestions for my needs by practicalguy1 Apr 30, 2006 (3:11 pm)
#7 of 68 First Time Truck Buyer, suggestions for my needs by practicalguy1 Feb 07, 2006 (7:54 am)
The research process is starting, but I would really appreciate help navigating through all the many options. You see, I am in middle years of life and never owned or purchased a truck. So I am counting on you proud truck owners to make recommendations based on my need requirements below: - setting this as a topic category for other first time truck buyers as well.   1) Tacoma (or close compact competitor) 2)Wife and only 2 children(8, 11) but I will be driving this vehicle alone 85% time. 3) Recently used(2005) vs new 4) hauling - prob. never 5) city/local hwy driving 90% 6) just need a utilitarian inexpensive vehicle that allows me to bring(dirt, powerwasher, etc. items for home repairs) in the bed occassionally. Replies to this message: jneal (Feb 07, 2006 5:30 pm) ogre01 (Feb 07, 2006 6:45 pm) practicalguy1 (Feb 08, 2006 7:22 am) and 1 more... msibille (Feb 08, 2006 11:14 am) jneal (Feb 08, 2006 4:31 pm) msibille (Feb 09, 2006 4:50 pm) and 2 more...
#8 of 68 Re: First Time Truck Buyer, suggestions for my needs [practicalguy1] by jneal Feb 07, 2006 (5:30 pm)
Replying to: practicalguy1 (Feb 07, 2006 7:54 am) First of all, will this be your only vehicle (Makes a big difference in what you pick)?? If this is to be your only vehicle, given the ages of your sons, I would only consider a Quad Cab. The extra room in the back seat is more than worth the difference in price in my opinion. Having said this, I would say go for the Dodge Dakota (Look at the specs for rear seating and compare to the others) Ok, I admit it, I am a diehard Dodge man   I would shop around before buying used 05 at this time. For just a bit more and sometimes even less, you can buy new 05 w/warranty.   For your useage, if you aren't allergic to all the shifting involved in city driving and want best mileage you would be better off w/manual transmission. Personally I wouldn't have anything but automatic...too much work involved for me! Not gonna be that much difference in mileage between the two, especially if you are a conservative driver.   Likewise for the hauling capacity...the shorter beds on the Quad Cabs will be just fine for you.   All this is just my opinion however.....you will have to go with whatever pushes your buttons!!! Replies to this message: ogre01 (Feb 07, 2006 6:45 pm) practicalguy1 (Feb 08, 2006 7:22 am) ogre01 (Feb 13, 2006 8:27 pm)
#9 of 68 Re: First Time Truck Buyer, suggestions for my needs [jneal] by ogre01 Feb 07, 2006 (6:45 pm)
Replying to: jneal (Feb 07, 2006 5:30 pm) If you do decide to go with the Dodge, you may want to take a peep on Mitsubishi's lot. The Raider is essentially a Dodge Dakota and I think Mitsu is offering a much better warranty.   As for the manual vs automatic, check the trucks themselves. It differs from truck to truck. The Tacoma for example seems to have better MPG in auto then manual if you look at the EPA estimates.   I myself have a Tacoma Double Cab and agree with the previous poster that the extra room was well worth the money. Also if you don't plan on offroading, you may want to take a look at the Honda Ridgeline. Already comes with a built in lockable trunk so you won't have to get a bed topper to protect your equipment. Provided it fits in the trunk of course. Replies to this message: practicalguy1 (Feb 08, 2006 7:22 am) ogre01 (Feb 13, 2006 8:27 pm)
#10 of 68 Re: First Time Truck Buyer, suggestions for my needs [ogre01] by practicalguy1 Feb 08, 2006 (7:22 am)
Replying to: ogre01 (Feb 07, 2006 6:45 pm) Follow-up to my original post with additional info:   1) having had a small manual mitsubishi for last 14 years (which my wife can't drive) I will be targeting Auto transmission as a requirement.   2) We have a mercury station wagon for our long distance commutes and vacations as our second vehicle.   3) 85% of time, it will only be me in the vehicle, or my wife using it solo, kids would be in back for just short time/distances.   thx keep the input coming!   Would like to hear also from Toyota owners and Frontier owners, but all truck owner input is appreciated. Replies to this message: ogre01 (Feb 13, 2006 8:27 pm)

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