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[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Recommendations for a used truck?

Posted: 8/23/2017 1:18:37 PM EST

Seems like everyone around here suggests Toyota's, but I'm curious to see what everyone suggests this go around.

Got $20,000 to spend. One brother has a 2009 Chevy Silverado 1500 and the other has a 2012 Ford F-150, both have crew cabs. I like both of these trucks a lot and I'm trying to get the best bang for the buck.

I don't tow anything and I don't think I will other than a trailer every once in a while. Looking for low miles, something to use in the winter and to haul stuff for the house/vacations/etc.

Posted: 8/23/2017 1:22:55 PM EST

[#1]

Toyota's and Nissian's have the best warranty, something to think about.

Posted: 8/23/2017 1:27:30 PM EST

[#2]

If you don't need to tow = Tacoma.

If you need to tow = Tundra.

You're welcome.

Posted: 8/23/2017 1:31:04 PM EST

[#3]

You can get a brand new 4 door 4WD SV trim Nissan Frontier for about 27K.

If you're anywhere on the West side the Nissan dealer in Muskegon also gives a lifetime powertrain warranty on new trucks.

Just sayin....

Posted: 8/23/2017 1:39:53 PM EST

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Arfcom is eaten up with Toyota trucks. Kind of like the bodies of said trucks are eaten up with rust.

There is a reason the F-150 has been the best selling truck for 7 gazillion years now.

Posted: 8/23/2017 1:41:34 PM EST

[#5]

OP, were you the one who's blue car got hit?

Posted: 8/23/2017 1:47:03 PM EST

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You can get a brand new 4 door 4WD SV trim Nissan Frontier for about 27K.

If you're anywhere on the West side the Nissan dealer in Muskegon also gives a lifetime powertrain warranty on new trucks.

Just sayin....

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It's like stepping back to 2002! 15mpg two seat truck (because no one with legs can ride in the back of the crew cab) FTW!

Posted: 8/23/2017 1:53:18 PM EST

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Arfcom is eaten up with Toyota trucks. Kind of like the bodies of said trucks are eaten up with rust.

There is a reason the F-150 has been the best selling truck for 7 gazillion years now.

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This is what I'm leaning towards.

I'm finding used 2012 trucks with ecoboost, crew cabs and about 60-70k miles for $20,000

Posted: 8/23/2017 1:55:03 PM EST

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Arfcom is eaten up with Toyota trucks. Kind of like the bodies of said trucks are eaten up with rust.

There is a reason the F-150 has been the best selling truck for 7 gazillion years now.

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My last three trucks have been fords. All 3 of them have had major repairs needed before 100k miles.

Posted: 8/23/2017 1:55:36 PM EST

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It's like stepping back to 2002! 15mpg two seat truck (because no one with legs can ride in the back of the crew cab) FTW!

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Actually, I average 19. I also don't need a truck that is a couch and media center like every other truck on the road....

Posted: 8/23/2017 1:57:23 PM EST

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Don't buy a Ford with the 3 valve 5.4, don't buy a first generation EcoBoost, and don't buy anything with any flavor of cylinder deactivation (most GMs and Rams).

That should thin out options a lot.

Posted: 8/23/2017 2:00:21 PM EST

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Arfcom is eaten up with Toyota trucks. Kind of like the bodies of said trucks are eaten up with rust.

There is a reason the F-150 has been the best selling truck for 7 gazillion years now.

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Ford tuff!!!!

Posted: 8/23/2017 2:09:54 PM EST

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Actually, I average 19. I also don't need a truck that is a couch and media center like every other truck on the road....

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It's like stepping back to 2002! 15mpg two seat truck (because no one with legs can ride in the back of the crew cab) FTW!

Actually, I average 19. I also don't need a truck that is a couch and media center like every other truck on the road....

I had one for a rental for about 3 months. Just me driving it was fine, actually pretty fun, but no one can ride in the back. Had to fill it up every other day, averages 15 mpg with a small gas tank, it was 4x4 so I'm sure that killed it too.

And it was like stepping back In time, the latest engine technology/interior from 2002.

More power to ya if you like it, it doesn't bother me

Op, if you like the Chevrolet and ford, just shop till you find one that's a good deal. You doubled your chances going with two big brands

Posted: 8/23/2017 2:13:07 PM EST

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In before the toyota fans ....oh wait.

go with the Ford

Posted: 8/23/2017 2:18:21 PM EST

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You can practically get a new F150 for $20k

Posted: 8/23/2017 2:20:08 PM EST

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If you don't need to tow = Tacoma. Still has drum brakes

If you need to tow = Tundra. Was outdated in 2007 and overpriced

You're welcome.

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Posted: 8/23/2017 2:34:57 PM EST

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I prefer Chevy or GMC with the 5.3 engine.

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