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If you need to haul something, you could always just buy a trailer.
I can't remember the last time I saw a 79 Toyota truck on the road.
Subaru. Unless you HAVE to buy US for whatever reason.Or you're towing horses or something. I kinda like the Ford Flex, but it is way too big for my needs.
But we're talking about newer vehicles. I'd totally agree that back then it was a different ball game.
I wish I hadn't of sold mine
That's been a perennial rumor that they'll bring a light duty truck here but nothing concrete that I've heard at this point.If Hyundai were to build a truck as well designed and priced as their cars, it might kick some market ass. Mrs. W should put in the suggestion and win a big ass bonus.
As far as American trucks go, IMO Ford is the only one that deserves consideration. But realistically...Toyotas cost more for a reason. If it's something you expect to keep for a long time, I would absolutely go Toyota. Ford just cant compete with the Toyota's reliability and longevity. The reputation isnt based on myth or simply anecdotal evidence. As long as the previous owner took reasonable care of the Toyota, it's plain and simple going to last longer than a Ford.
That said - I agree with the rest of these guys that are saying if you need to haul, you can get a trailer and not have to worry about buying a pickup (though of course, any vehicle that is capable of towing a decent amount will also be fairly expensive!)
That's been a perennial rumor that they'll bring a light duty truck here but nothing concrete that I've heard at this point.
If you are only hauling stuff on the rare occasion, then maybe it makes sense (financially, at least) to buy an inexpensive used SUV or car as a daily driver, and rent a pickup truck when you need it. Take the savings and put it in the bank (or buy guitars and amps with it).
Sure...if you only need a truck a few times a year, renting one is totally viable. Though, it can quickly become a pita if you need one more than a few times. I have a friend that rents a truck from the depot when he needs to do something that he doesn't want to risk scratching up his pristine new F250...which is kinda puzzling to me but whatevers.
I've got the best solution; I just borrow my Dad's truck when ever I need one so it only costs me an occasional tank of gas.
This thread makes me appreciate my old chevy truck. Its worthless where you are because of the weather but around here its great for those kinds of chores and its fun to boot.
I'd love to have a "beater truck", but the fucker needs to be reliable, solidly built and able to conquer the wilds of NH. Not easy to find, I'm afraid.....the winters up here destroy vehicles.