Cummins12V98 wrote:
FishOnOne wrote:
draknor wrote:
OP reporting in - unfortunately my youthful optimism met with some harsh reality today.
Went to the used car guy to check out the truck; they had it hidden away in the back corner of the lot. Looked pretty nice sitting there, so I went inside for the keys. Turns out it has some kind of rattling sound so they weren't letting anyone test-drive it -- it's going to the mechanic on Monday. Uh-oh - not a good sign.
Got the key to at least check out the interior - not terrible, but more used than I had been led to believe from the photos. The driver's chair was fairly worn, the 60-side of the 60/40 rear seat appeared to be in perpetual-recline mode, minor scratches & dings on the upholstery & interior. Did an external walkaround - couple dings on the rear bumper, front chrome-colored plastic grill was broke in a couple of places.
Cosmetically, nothing show-stopping, but not particularly compelling, either.
Gave the guy my number, will be curious to hear what his mechanic says; but I'm thinking this is a dead-end road.
All was not lost, however -- test drove an '08 Ram 2500 Megacab 4WD gasser at the Dodge dealer. Only 1-owner, was in GREAT shape inside & out. Fully decked out (sunroof, nav, rear-seat DVD, Line-x bed coating + topper). Asking $19k w/ 160k on it. Might have to keep an eye on that one - but only 8400 lbs towing capacity, so would want to make sure find an acceptable TT first before committing to that one.
Couple of other positive things today:
- Definitely like the Megacab. Little one's car seat doesn't really fit in a Quadcab.
- Got some quality time with DW while driving around to talk about our goals, financials, etc. Had a busy schedule this week so didn't get much chance to do that during the week.
We've got plenty of time to search, so not in any rush. The search continues... :)
Sounds like the first truck w/200k miles is toast and I would pass on it.
Also the 08 was the first year of the 6.7 with DPF and those were plagued with problems. I would pass on it as well if it's going to be used as a daily driver around town.
Good luck...
Fish you are slacking!
07.5 was the introduction oh theMighty 6.7 RAM not 08.
You're both slacking!
The '08 he mentioned is a gasser.
