New Pick Up Truck

[Guy]

I'm in the market for a pick-up truck. I intend to use it to haul a travel trailer and firewood, sometimes both at the same time. I would like to buy something used. What do you think is the best value for the money?

 

[MustangSally]

For what you're going to use it for, a 3/4 ton would be good, I think. It would easily haul the firewood and pull the trailer at the same time. As for make and model, since you're buying used, I don't think that would matter as much as how the pick-up has been taken care of.

 

[Marvin]

You might consider a diesel 3/4 ton model. Diesels are built to haul heavy loads. If you're looking for a used one, look for one with the lowest mileage so you get the most use you can out of it.

 

[Kohn]

Guy, have you checked eBay? You may get some good choices there. I'm sure there are other online alternatives.

As to price, I think anything beyond 50% of the brand new price would be charging too much. A car losses 30% of its value on its first mile alone. But that's just my opinion.