Bigbird Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 All I've ever owned is cars, mostly sports(ish) cars. Now I'm wanting something to keep me out of trouble and just kind of loaf around in. I'd like to have 4x4, automatic or manual doesn't really matter, although I suppose the fiance would prefer an auto so she can drive it if need be. Things I've considered... Ford Ranger, F150, Escape, Explorer Jeep Cherokee, Liberty Stuff like that. Brand doesn't really matter to me, I just wanted to give an idea of size and all that. I know that with a truck I would need an extended cab because I've got 2 dogs (I suppose a cover would work, but just in case I couldn't get one right away). Obviously reliability is important, and the lower the maintenance cost the better. These things considered I've kind of leaned towards a Ranger (assuming my dogs could fit haha). I'd also like to stay around 10k max, but definitely wouldn't mind spending less. I just know nothing about trucks and the like, so I figured I'd ask you guys for some input. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stangsn95gt Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 It seems like you can get a nice V8 4x4 loaded explorer in that price range. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stangsn95gt Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 The first gen explorer sport tracs also fit in that price range and for some reason I really like those. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spankis Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 I really liked my ranger, and they're cheap and easy to work on. Unless you have small dogs though, the extended cab on them is going to be too small. I think a cherokee probably checks all the boxes you'd like though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPL_Josh Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 Cherokee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Bastard Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 I drove a friends 5 speed sport trac, I loved it. His wasn't 4x4 (sc truck) but it seems like it would make a decent family hauler with a mildly useful bed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evil8 Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 Inline 6 Cherokee Classic. Bulletproof. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PRD2BDF Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 Someone on here is selling a hemi jeep. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copperhead Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 Someone on here is selling a hemi jeep. That would be me. PM incoming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ODoyle Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 Not an Explorer. 02-05 are piles of shit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bam Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 Don't know how much they are but a friend has a rav4 and its pretty nice. Plenty roomy as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocky31186 Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 I would not get an explorer. They dodge Dakota's are pretty solid trucks. I have a quad cab for winter. Replace the ball joints and your good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Other Nick Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 I have a 06 ranger fx4 and i love it i get great mpg plenty of power and i have never gotten stuck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2pointslow Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 I have an 09 escape v6 and awd. It has plenty of pick up and has a nice ride. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbospec29 Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 You could prob find a second gen xterra for close to 10k. I love mine Ryan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRTurbo04 Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 You could prob find a second gen xterra for close to 10k. I love mine Ryan holy fail of a vehicle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbospec29 Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 holy fail of a vehicle Please explain... accord, lol http://www.thenewx.org/forum/showthread.php?p=963033#post963033 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Karacho1647545492 Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 Not an Explorer. 02-05 are piles of shit. Not sure about 03-05 but the trans in the 02 was famous for being total shit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ImUrOBGYN Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 Don't know what your monetary limit is or what years you're wanting. Of course, I've got to throw the RAV4 out there. It's important I mention we chose it because nothing competes with it in its class in almost every category not because we're fans of any maker in particular. (Wasn't even our first choice when we started.) Seriously, if Toyota were any better at advertising, everyone would drive a RAV. haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copperhead Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 Don't know what your monetary limit is or what years you're wanting. Of course, I've got to throw the RAV4 out there. It's important I mention we chose it because nothing competes with it in its class in almost every category not because we're fans of any maker in particular. (Wasn't even our first choice when we started.) Seriously, if Toyota were any better at advertising, everyone would drive a RAV. haha Hard to find a nice one under $10k otherwise I would totally agree with you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stallion Motorsports1647545491 Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 newest 4Runner you can find for 10k tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harmonda Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 +1 for a straight-six cherokee...plus when you are done DD-ing it....they luv mud! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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