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Devo_the_dog
Jul 20, 2019Explorer
Tvov wrote:
Both trucks looks great... why did you buy the new one? Age or mileage of old one?
Primarily because of the comfort and features that comes with a truck that's 15 years newer. The F350 has relatively low mileage, has all the power we need, and doesn't require any maintenance. For comfort, it has power seats and windows, AC and a stereo. I haven't spent a dime on repairs since I've owned it - only required maintenance and two upgrades last year: big brakes one all four corners and a new stereo with a large screen and CarPlay. We towed our 5th wheel to and from Colorado last year and had a great time, just like every trip we taken in this truck. Monarch Pass was a piece of cake, even during last year's heat wave. My wife love's the truck and when needed, uses it.
But I can't make it as comfortable as any new truck on the market. It could argued that I could, and I thought about it. If I spent 30k on upgrading it (a lot of custom stuff), it would still be a 15 year old truck that would be worth no more than the typical old F350.
So, I ordered a new one. 10-15 years from now, I'll consider buying a new one again.
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