Crash1647545504 Posted June 19, 2007 Report Share Posted June 19, 2007 So i have never owned a truck, I have been shopping for trucks this past month and would like to read some opinions. (pros cons) I am looking for somthing 4x4 no bigger than a 1500. Something that can haul a heavy load.. Looked at ford f150, dodge ram1500, silverado 1500, s-10 crew cabs, rangers so on so forth It is something that will be driven long distances on a regular basis, driven through extream winter conditions (4ft snow storms and -30 temps), and I will be hauling heavy loads often (up to 4 motorcycles). Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2pointslow Posted June 19, 2007 Report Share Posted June 19, 2007 f150 ftw!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitrousbird Posted June 19, 2007 Report Share Posted June 19, 2007 Price Range? Cab configuration?? I'll give my personal preference. IMO, a quad cab is the only way to go if you want something truely well rounded. The S10/Ranger is too small for what you really want. Can probably pull it off, but I'd suggest going with something like the others mentioned. I'd still suggest the Avalanche if you want a quad cab. Why? It can do everything a quad cab truck can do + some stuff they can't do, and rides better. I don't have any issues pulling my boat or towing a car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaverickGrabber1972 Posted June 19, 2007 Report Share Posted June 19, 2007 stay away from dodge unless it comes with a 10 year bumper to bumper ...they have bad brake problems and front end .....i love my fords but...if it was me and i had the $$$ i think i would look at one of the new toyota full size Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave1647545494 Posted June 19, 2007 Report Share Posted June 19, 2007 tahoe/yukon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crash1647545504 Posted June 19, 2007 Author Report Share Posted June 19, 2007 I am looking for something year 2000+ for 10 and under. The crew cab was the appeal of the s10 staying well within the price range. But i am also finding 1500 extended cab trucks for about the same price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbospec29 Posted June 19, 2007 Report Share Posted June 19, 2007 Nissan Titan ext. cab /thread Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crash1647545504 Posted June 19, 2007 Author Report Share Posted June 19, 2007 Nissan Titan ext. cab /thread do you happen to have any sitting around for under 10? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbospec29 Posted June 19, 2007 Report Share Posted June 19, 2007 this is a great deal... http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?car_id=223555322&dealer_id=85507&car_year=2004&search_type=both&num_records=25&keywordsfyc=&make=NISSAN&transmission=&model=TITAN&distance=100&make2=&address=43209&default_sort=priceDESC&advanced=&certified=&max_mileage=&max_price=&sort_type=priceDESC&min_price=&body_code=0&end_year=2004&keywordsrep=&color=&start_year=1981&drive=&engine=&fuel=&doors=&style_flag=1&cardist=7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaverickGrabber1972 Posted June 19, 2007 Report Share Posted June 19, 2007 I am looking for something year 2000+ for 10 and under. The crew cab was the appeal of the s10 staying well within the price range. But i am also finding 1500 extended cab trucks for about the same price. My brother is in used cars at Hatfield kia I know he has great deals for the people I send to him being a sales manager ..he can do it //p.m me ill give you his number or call up there and ask for Tim Moore in used cars Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crash1647545504 Posted June 19, 2007 Author Report Share Posted June 19, 2007 this is a great deal... do you happen to have any sitting around for under 10? Afording a nice big barley used truck is out of my finances. Besides I am more looking for input on common problems that the trucks I listed have. And, or, suggestions on alternative vehicals within my price range, 10k and under. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbospec29 Posted June 19, 2007 Report Share Posted June 19, 2007 do you happen to have any sitting around for under 10? Afording a nice big barley used truck is out of my finances. Besides I am more looking for input on common problems that the trucks I listed have. And, or, suggestions on alternative vehicals within my price range, 10k and under. Well its gonna be hard to find a good fullsize truck as new as you want without a ton of miles and capable of what you want to do for under 10k... maybe try looking for something with cosmetic damage or something, if you dont care about that. A friend of mine picked up a nice full size dodge a couple years ago that had hail damage, wasnt that bad, but you could tell. good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crash1647545504 Posted June 19, 2007 Author Report Share Posted June 19, 2007 Well its gonna be hard to find a good fullsize truck as new as you want without a ton of miles and capable of what you want to do for under 10k... maybe try looking for something with cosmetic damage or something, if you dont care about that. A friend of mine picked up a nice full size dodge a couple years ago that had hail damage, wasnt that bad, but you could tell. good luck not to hard... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaverickGrabber1972 Posted June 19, 2007 Report Share Posted June 19, 2007 in your price 10k or less a ford or Gm full size..if your wanting to do any kind of working the truck like towing unless its a single jetski.or a 12 foot john boat..get a full size...i got my 05 f150 last year with 2500 miles on it and 4 year bumper to bumper for 10k out the door ...its a base model but it gets 17-18 mpg pulling my car on the trailer thats around Ky not ohio flat road..and the newer brake systems are great Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
verse Posted June 19, 2007 Report Share Posted June 19, 2007 Nissan Titan ext. cab /thread ...have you ever driven one before or do you think they are just pretty? They don't tow for shit, those Dana rear ends they put in those are junk. I've known multiple people who have blown out rear ends in those cars just hauling a trailer with a car shell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuckeyeGT Posted June 19, 2007 Report Share Posted June 19, 2007 an f150 for under 10k is gonna be junk. as much as i hate to say it, id go with a silverado. well actually, i would never own a truck due to not paying out the ass for gas purposes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copperhead Posted June 19, 2007 Report Share Posted June 19, 2007 You MIGHT be able to find a Tundra in your price range. A Tacoma would also be able to accomplish what you are looking for, and would be better in snow than any fullsize. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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