Can you help me with expensive decision??

[jcmseven]

Steve, we bought her another MDX Acura. We have had four of them over the years and have gotten great service from each. They are compact, but big enough to take trips in and drive well. Good general fuel economy also and they will tow up to 5000 pounds. As for the Tundra, there is no scorn but sometimes those that own them here get a little grief (good natured). Don't know if its the same in Alexander Co.

John M

 

[jcmseven]

I should say four including this one.....three before.

John M

 

[tnjind]

64k for a pickup????????

Do people really pay that?

 

[tony Cecil]

I think you did the right thing..As for yourself, when your turn comes, I would suggest you get what you want...If it is a sixty thousand dollar truck--so be it-- Tony

 

[Diamondpilot]

You made the right move. I always want to make sure my children and other half is in the best and safest possible transportation I can afford. You now have the wear out dates staggered evenly on both vehicles so you can alternate every 5-6 years and get something new for one of you.


Smart choice.:thumbsup:


Chris

 

[jcmseven]

Thanks, most times I come around. I'm a little slow, so it takes me a while to process what I need to do.

John M

 

[Todd_C]

On a side note, I did price a 1500 GMC Denali pickup since, as mentioned, my needs have changed somewhat since I bought my diesel. I have not driven one, but it came in at just under $49000 OTD (not that much cheaper than a diesel one and a little high to me). I know nothing of these gas trucks, but the service manager at the dealership indicated to me I would be disappointed if I were used to diesel power (even with the 6.2L since he reports it continues to have the 3.42 ratio). I have gotten contrary opinions here on the forum. In addition, I (gulp) even looked at a Toyota due to the CrewMax cab. I know nothing about them either except a couple of my buddies have them and like theirs and they have more back seat room than my GMC does. I have seen Ford's videos showing the frame flex, etc., but wonder how much of that is marketing. The truth is since I have sold a lot of my larger equipment secondary to my parents selling off much of their property where I needed it, I have become a 1/2 ton needer in a 3/4 ton truck. I am quite pleased with my current ride, but wonder if I could get adequate use with less operating cost from a 1/2 ton.

I have a 2010 Tundra DC 4x4 and I feel the Ford bash on the frame flex was a publicity stunt. Yes the Tundra's frame will flex but there is a lengthy discusion on Tundra Solutions about this same issue. Toyota designed the frame to flex instead of crack. I'm not even going to argue about who makes the best truck because it's all about personal preference and bias. I can tell you that my Toyota has one of the smoothest powertrain packages on the market. Just test drive one and decide for yourself. I love Chevy and have owned several. I sold my Dodge 2500 CTD 4x4 and got a gas truck because I just do not need a diesel. I loved the Dodge and I was told that the truck would fall apart because it was a Dodge, but the Cummins would last forever. I never had a single issue with the truck. As far as towing 9k pounds of trailer, tractor, and accessories, I have towed this now with a 2001 Silverado Z71 5.3 with 3.73 gears, a 2007 Silverado 2500 Dmax with the Ally tranny, a 2007 Dodge 5.9 CTD 2500, and a 2010 Tundra 5.7. The Chevy 5.3 did not pull this weight well and the Tundra tows as well as the diesels. I don't know if this would be true with more weight but I don't tow anything over 9k pounds.

I just got back from a boar hunt in Arcadia Florida this weekend. I took my Tundra and I followed a friend with his 2007 Ford F-150 5.4 liter. We had both trucks loaded with gear and people and I averaged 17.9mpg and he was getting 16.9 mpg. I also noticed that the Tundra would pull away from the F 150 going up I-77 in NC and this is where the Ford used a lot more fuel than the Tundra. I tried to find a 6.2 Chevy in late 2010 but none of the local dealers had one, so I went with the Tundra. Take a few hours and test drive both and see what you like. The Chevy does have a nicer interior in my opinion. Good Luck.

 

[Charlesaf3]

love my Toyota Crewmax. A number of my friends who were Ford/GM guys dumped theirs for Toyota after playing with mine. And one owns a bobcat rental yard and delivers with it on occasion - he thinks it out-tows his 250 and 2500 without question (I can't really speak to the towing myself).

I use it as a daily driver, in the city, with no complaints. My wife hates to drive it though.

 

[Builder]

Well folks, I just bought a new vehicle.....for my wife. As was aptly pointed out in the responses my wife's able-bodied but high mileage car was the target of potential replacement since we use her vehicle to make long trips. So, I have not traded for myself, something I am happy to report. At times I get a little sweaty at night thinking of the 2011 GMC Denali diesel sitting there at the dealer beckoning me, but I am able to go back to sleep most times.

On a side note, I did price a 1500 GMC Denali pickup since, as mentioned, my needs have changed somewhat since I bought my diesel. I have not driven one, but it came in at just under $49000 OTD (not that much cheaper than a diesel one and a little high to me). I know nothing of these gas trucks, but the service manager at the dealership indicated to me I would be disappointed if I were used to diesel power (even with the 6.2L since he reports it continues to have the 3.42 ratio). I have gotten contrary opinions here on the forum. In addition, I (gulp) even looked at a Toyota due to the CrewMax cab. I know nothing about them either except a couple of my buddies have them and like theirs and they have more back seat room than my GMC does. I have seen Ford's videos showing the frame flex, etc., but wonder how much of that is marketing. The truth is since I have sold a lot of my larger equipment secondary to my parents selling off much of their property where I needed it, I have become a 1/2 ton needer in a 3/4 ton truck. I am quite pleased with my current ride, but wonder if I could get adequate use with less operating cost from a 1/2 ton.

John M

I think you made the right decision. From what you have posted in the past, you drive a lot of miles, right? That in itself is a good reason to own a diesel. They have respectable highway fuel mileage. I think you would have eaten too much in depreciation to offset your lower operating cost of a 1/2 ton. Up here, used HD's get the highest resale value of the big 3, but you're in a different region. I bet your current HD runs like a top for 200K miles since it'll be living an easy life with you at the wheel.

 

[beppington]

In my 20's I bought a brand new car about every two years. And loved every minute of it.

In my early 30's I finally paid one of them off, just happened to like it that much, & after about 3 months couldn't believe how my checking account had grown ... bright light blub went off in head.

My now early 40's self isn't overly pleased that my 20's self wasted all that money. But it's water under the bridge now.