If buying new, I was feeling comfortable with a half ton HD payload and max tow. However, I'm now seeing what $20k will get me in the used market. I'm pretty sure I won't find a half ton on the used market equipped like I need. So, that means I move up to 3/4 and live with the lower fuel mileage.
One thing that stands out to me is the value in used passenger vans. The E250/350 and Chevy 2500/3500 vans are priced much better than their truck counterparts. I'm seeing 2012 3500s with less than 20k miles for less than $20k. There's got to be a reason. What is it?