Another 'New Used' Question

blofgren wrote:
I drive a 2012 F-150 S/C 4x4 6.5 ft bed as a work truck. It is a great truck; very reliable, quiet and handles excellent. Saying that I have towed a light plant trailer with it several times and let me say, you know it's there! Both in power and the way the truck handles it. As much as I'm sure the trucks you are speaking of can handle your trailer I'm not so sure you will find it enjoyable after having a 3500 with a fifth wheel. Get ready for a lot of high RPM operation and a lot of transmission shifting.

How many miles are on your 3500? Is it in good condition? As much as it's frustrating to have some issues with a vehicle, your truck is considered to be the holy grail of the Cummins 5.9L trucks that are known for reliably going exceptionally high miles. I can assure you that no half ton will handle your trailer as well as your current truck, and they will not get anywhere near the fuel mileage either. If the truck is in overall good condition I would consider putting some $ in it for some repairs and upgrades and keeping it. Saying that, you are correct in that the truck still has good value and you will have no problem selling it privately for top dollar should you decide to. In my area they sell for obscene prices within a day or two.

Good luck and please keep us posted! :)