buying a new PU truck and need advice.

steve45

September 09, 2019 13:05

My 1996 Ford PU has been very reliable for me, but earlier this year it had some problems with ignition wiring. I think when the wiring starts to go bad on a vehicle you cant depend on it any longer. It also needs paint and interior work. Ive been looking for a used pickup to replace it but Im not having much luck. Im looking on Craiglist. Im typing in 2010 to 2019 Ford or Toyota 1/2 ton, extra or crew cab, 4x4, V-8, tow package, mileage up to 100,000. prices to 25,000. In a city of 3 million people Im getting to look at maybe 8 to 10 possible choices. All are sold by dealers and some have salvage titles. Im not ready to buy yet just testing the waters. (Ill be selling some safe queens on the auction side for my down payment) I have'nt purchased a car since 1997 and thing seem to have changed. I need some ideas as to a better way to buy a used truck.

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  droptop

  September 11, 2019 15:53

  A Honda Ridgeline seems a good choice for an intermediate sized pickup.
  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ahG9RZhI0Y

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  redhawkk480

  September 11, 2019 23:03

  steve45 wrote:

  Aztngundoc22 wrote:

  OK :
  
  Stick with what works for You ( FORD Owner ) !!!
  
  Stay away fromthe rice burners !!! Have a lil American Pride and some Self Respect !!!
  
  I buy Nothing but Fords !!!! Period !
  
  Thanks !!!

  Before this truck I had a 1969 F-250 and 1984 Bronco, great vehicles (for me). But in the last decade Ford has put out some very poor quality diesel engines and is having longevity problems with their Ecoboost engines. If I can get a gas Ford V-8 I will.

  my 2018 has the 5.4 with a 10 speed tran.

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