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Want a truck: Need guidance
Posted on 1/30/21 at 12:52 pm
Posted on 1/30/21 at 12:52 pm
Haven’t owned a truck in a LONG time, but now want to get one. Want it to be able to pull stuff, but nothing ridiculous (probably a mid-size camper or boat at most). Will probably look for a slightly used 2019 or 2020 model.
Would like a 4-door so the kids can ride comfy in the back, and am looking at the full-size truck models (e.g. like a Titan, not a Tacoma...or an F-150/250 vs a Ranger). Preferably leather seats and cameras, but besides that don’t need any ridiculous bells and whistles.
What are the best brands out there today that I should look into?
Dodge
Chevy
GMC
Ford
Nissan
Toyota
Am I missing any? Do any of these stand out from the rest in terms of reliability or value, or is it just a matter of aesthetic preference?
I know they cost a fortune and I do not need truck nuts.
Admins - please move to the Outdoor Board if I’ll get better input there
Would like a 4-door so the kids can ride comfy in the back, and am looking at the full-size truck models (e.g. like a Titan, not a Tacoma...or an F-150/250 vs a Ranger). Preferably leather seats and cameras, but besides that don’t need any ridiculous bells and whistles.
What are the best brands out there today that I should look into?
Dodge
Chevy
GMC
Ford
Nissan
Toyota
Am I missing any? Do any of these stand out from the rest in terms of reliability or value, or is it just a matter of aesthetic preference?
I know they cost a fortune and I do not need truck nuts.
Admins - please move to the Outdoor Board if I’ll get better input there
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Posted on 1/30/21 at 12:54 pm to PenguinNinja
quote:
I do not need truck nuts.
Look, if you're not serious about this, there is no need of bringing it here for advice.
Posted on 1/30/21 at 12:54 pm to PenguinNinja
Posted on 1/30/21 at 12:55 pm to PenguinNinja
Go test drive them and buy what you like. The brands you listed are all reliable trucks. The Toyota however will supposedly last 50 years or 4 million miles with nothing but oil changes and still be worth 90% of its original value but it does not have Bluetooth.
Posted on 1/30/21 at 12:56 pm to Rize
Is this your way of telling me they don’t make Rangers anymore? 
Posted on 1/30/21 at 12:57 pm to PenguinNinja
Toyota is generally considered the most reliable but also the most dated. I'd have no problem buying any of the brands you listed though. I've owned a Sierra, 3 Rams and a F150 and they've all been solid vehicles for me.
This post was edited on 1/30/21 at 12:57 pm
Posted on 1/30/21 at 12:59 pm to PenguinNinja
I’ve been driving an 07 Tundra since new. Had my first major maintenance expense last year. No oil leaks. Everything on it still works.
Posted on 1/30/21 at 12:59 pm to PenguinNinja
You can get a manual transmission with the Toyota. I think that's the only one.
I'm not a big fan of Toyotas in general, but they do make good trucks, and I think the Toyota is the winner here.
ETA: The Tacoma; I don't know about the other one.
I'm not a big fan of Toyotas in general, but they do make good trucks, and I think the Toyota is the winner here.
ETA: The Tacoma; I don't know about the other one.
This post was edited on 1/30/21 at 1:01 pm
Posted on 1/30/21 at 1:02 pm to PenguinNinja
quote:
Preferably leather seats and cameras, but besides that don’t need any ridiculous bells and whistles
If you're getting leather, you're usually going to get bells and whistles.
The new '21 F-150 interiors are really nice
Posted on 1/30/21 at 1:04 pm to upgrayedd
quote:
If you're getting leather, you're usually going to get bells and whistles.
Ford will occasionally put leather seats in an XLT. It's usually during some kind of promotion they run once per year.
Posted on 1/30/21 at 1:12 pm to PenguinNinja
Buy used with cloth.
Go get it katskined. Save about 3k
Go get it katskined. Save about 3k
Posted on 1/30/21 at 1:15 pm to PenguinNinja
If you are talking about doing much pulling at all, I would probably go with a 3/4 ton. You might have a bit of trouble finding the combination of options that you want, so I would buy any of the brands you listed.
Posted on 1/30/21 at 1:15 pm to PenguinNinja
Posted on 1/30/21 at 1:16 pm to PenguinNinja
The best deal you will find is the titan.
You can get an 18, under 30k miles, 4x4, and leatger interior for 27ish.
The good, driveline is great. Service is cheap. Mileage and power aren't bad and better than most.
The bad, nissans prefer to be run. If you're going to put miles on it daily, you'll never have electrical issues.
If you don't, you'll get the gremlins around 150k.
You can get an 18, under 30k miles, 4x4, and leatger interior for 27ish.
The good, driveline is great. Service is cheap. Mileage and power aren't bad and better than most.
The bad, nissans prefer to be run. If you're going to put miles on it daily, you'll never have electrical issues.
If you don't, you'll get the gremlins around 150k.
Posted on 1/30/21 at 1:16 pm to PenguinNinja
Nissan not the most popular because it's kind of basic but comes from the factory with 5 year 100k warranty. I have one I got for cheap. Motor is a beast too.
Posted on 1/30/21 at 1:23 pm to PenguinNinja
Toyota Tundra
Posted on 1/30/21 at 1:27 pm to PenguinNinja
Listen, buy a tundra for whatever it cost. They are perfect and will last longer than any other truck.
Posted on 1/30/21 at 1:38 pm to Mud_Till_May
quote:My dad would roll over in his grave if I ever bought another Toyota.
Listen, buy a tundra for whatever it cost. They are perfect and will last longer than any other truck.
30 years ago I bought a 4wd Toyota pickup. Dad had a fit. I told him "But Dad you drive a Mercedes." He answered "I didn't fight the Germans I fought the Japs". I don't think he ever forgave them for the brutality he witnessed.
Posted on 1/30/21 at 2:10 pm to PenguinNinja
I would normally recommend a Tundra, but I have a baaaddd feeling gas is going to be $5/gallon in a couple of years and 15 mpg is going to be tough pill to swallow.
Look for something with the best mpg possible.
Look for something with the best mpg possible.
Posted on 1/30/21 at 2:53 pm to PenguinNinja
Toyota for reliability and resale value
Dodge for looks and comfort
Ford for some reason
Chevy for no reason
Nissan
Dodge for looks and comfort
Ford for some reason
Chevy for no reason
Nissan
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