Groover wrote:
4x4ord wrote:
Fordlover wrote:
the bear II wrote:
Pickups are getting scary expensive...
In 1973 I ordered a 1974 model Dodge 1500 4X4 from the factory. I ordered the base model no radio, rubber floor mats, no A/C it was as stripped as possible. The cost out the door was $3800. It wouldn't surprise me if a 2018 equivalent would be over $25,000.
Using an online inflation calculator and inputting your info:
$3,800 in 1973 equals $21,586.86 in 2017.
Considering the advancement of modern vehicles over that 1973 truck, I think 25000 for a new work truck isn't too bad. Of course that new work truck might be closer to 30,000.
Probably a fully loaded 1 ton dually from 1973 wouldn't be as capable or anywhere near as nice to drive as a base model present day 1/2 ton.
I second that. We know that it did not have antilock brakes, airbags, was noisy and rough riding, pretty much a farm truck that gave horrible fuel economy while not producing much power. While there are still some old ones around in general they didn't go much further than 100,000 miles before rusting out and generally falling apart. The new trucks are a much better value. Competition is great for consumers.
One of the best driving and riding trucks I’ve ever had the pleasure of driving was a pristine 77 F100 Short Bed. 3 on the tree, 302 V8. Handled great with good tires...very far from being a log wagon. My 79 F250 4x4 had a little rougher ride but it was not a big deal, when bought it steered terrible. After a front end rebuild and a new steering box it handled great. I regret getting rid of that 79 woods truck.
I think some grossly over blow this whole old trucks and cars ride terrible thing and are horribly unreliable.
My 57 Chevy Bel-Air I’m about to restore will steer and brake just fine and will start reliably.
I do agree about the money part. Last year I paid nearly twice as much in taxes and SSI as I made the first year I worked full time after high school. I donate to charity when I decide and I regularly give to my church because I want to.
Enjoy the fruit of your labor 4x4ord!
Thanks!
Jeremiah
