1/2 ton trucks

02 sxipro · 11-26-2009, 01:19 AM

I've been thinking more and more about getting a truck. I feel like there isn't a day that goes by where I don't find myslef saying, "I wish I had a truck". I have always wanted one, and damnit I think it's time.

I'm leaning towards a chevy or a gmc. Anybody have any experiences with these? Any reason I should go with another brand?

Two things I'm not excited about are a car payment and poor gas milegae, but to be honest I can't seem to find away around them. Compact trucks are just too small. Not enough room inside for dogs, people, and cargo. Not enough bed room for two skis. I feel like I either put a hitch on my accord (which I don't really want to do for some reason), or get a 1/2 ton.

Let me know what ya think.

forever650 · 11-26-2009, 02:33 AM

I've had my 1990 GMC half ton since 1992. 378,000 miles and counting! Great truck. I'd be lost without it,,,,

GET A TRUCK!!! You'll use it for EVERYTHING.

PrickofMisery · 11-26-2009, 02:36 AM

Go diesel, you wont regret it. Depending what you do with it, you may also step up to a 3/4 ton. You know the bigger truck you get, the more payload you are going to want to load it and tow with it. The dodge 24V 6 cyl have good power and get 22-24 mi per gallon.

02 sxipro · 11-26-2009, 01:03 PM

diesel huh? I really only pull a couple of skis or bikes. No boats or anything.. I will look into it though.

FLWAVEBLASTER · 11-26-2009, 01:16 PM

i had tacomas back in highschool, then had a grand cherokee..... after i had the grand cherokee i kicked my self in the butt every day that i didnt have a truck. i always had muddy boots and tools and stuff that i wanted or needed to throw in the back of a truck...... i sold the jeep and got a silverado. love it!!!! i dont think i will ever not have some sort of truck ever again!!!!