Never thought I'd be asking this question ... but?

[DutchmenSport]

The time has come for us to start considering a new tow vehicle. So, asking for your thoughts.

We currently have a 3500 Chevy diesel. Nothing is wrong with the truck, except it's aging. The body is showing signs of wear (fiberglass cracks) and rust beginning for form at the bottom of the door. I've checked with a couple body shops and they both seem to agree it's not worth fixing. I think it is, but they don't want to be liable when rust begins for form again.

Our work situation is changing also. We were considering getting a 3rd vehicle, a small car, but we both think replacing the truck makes better sense, and having only 2 vehicles.

So. Here's what I'd prefer to do, but do value everyone's opinion. I'm not asking for a tow vehicle war (well, maybe I am), just your thoughts, what's good, what's not so good?

I'd like to stay with a 3500 Chevy Diesel Dually 4 full door, 8 foot long bed and go brand new? (what can I expect from today's models and why is a different brand better) ...

So .... what's your thoughts? Let the "war" begin!

[jevanb]

v10superduty wrote:


If you have been "VERY" satisfied with "a" particular brand why would you switch over a price difference that could really be negligible?
This is something you will probably have for 5 to 10 yrs so even an extra couple thou is only $16 - $33 a month

I pay cash for my vehicles so I have to save, and when I bought my GM diesel I paid 35k OTD, brand new, not one single ford or dodge dealership would even come close to this price on their diesels trucks they added 6-8k on top of my price, that is the only reason I bought it, I needed a diesel because the 2004 2500HD gasser would not cut it towing, I wanted to keep the 1999 F250 /7.3 but car seats were filling up the back of the extra cab, and the crew was my only option

[v10superduty]

jevanb wrote:
when I look at a new truck it will be GM unless ford or dodge can get the price the same, the best truck and cars I have ever owned are fords. aka..99SD7.3, 5.0 mustangs, 79 f100

I do find this a bit confusing?
You could change the brand names around so its not a mine is better than your brand comment I am making.

If you have been "VERY" satisfied with "a" particular brand why would you switch over a price difference that could really be negligible?
This is something you will probably have for 5 to 10 yrs so even an extra couple thou is only $16 - $33 a month

And it sounds like GM is the highest right now anyway.. :h

[jevanb]

the only reason I buy GM is the employee discount, union discount, repeat buyer... wife's step father is 38 years retired GM from the flint plants and he owns a ford diesel, and her dad is 40 years GM retired flint eng plant, and owns a dodge diesel, when I look at a new truck it will be GM unless ford or dodge can get the price the same, the best truck and cars I have ever owned are fords. aka..99SD7.3, 5.0 mustangs, 79 f100

[Bigfoot_affair]

Sounds like you did good, enjoy your new ride!

[45Ricochet]

Congrats on the new truck, it's a beauty!

[parkersdad]

My buddy is a Huge Chevrolet fan I just cannot give them any more of my money. I had a Chevrolet truck that I got the lemon law on and another Chevrolet car that I got frustrated with and sold that piece of chit. Done with Chevy for my lifetime. Everyone has their own experiences and that's what makes the world go around.

[travelnutz]

parkersdad,

"Actually I've always been told old men drive GM trucks."

May be some truth to your statement because with age comes "wisdom". Like having been fooled before and now are much smarter! Some people simply have to learn the hard way since when they were younger they thought they knew it all. Having owned the offbreeds and then got smarter and now own the best breed!

Congrats DutchmenSport! You have experienced exactly what I had posted about with resale values. Only $4000 depreciation for 8 years use and 100,000+ miles says it so much better than I could have! You and your wife have seen it with your own eyes and in black and white! Lesson learned, you get an A+...

[Perrysburg_Dodg]

Very nice looking truck Congrats and enjoy!

Don

[Mote]

DutchmenSport wrote:

Mote wrote:
Nice truck DutchmenSport, I'm sure you'll love driving that new truck around. Did you get that in Anderson? My son goes to college there. When we go to visit I usually cruise thru the Chevy dealer there.

Yes - Anderson, IN. Ed Martin Chevrolet, corner of Scatterfield and 53rd Street.

We'll be up there on the 5th of April for a track meet. I'll stop by the dealer to see if they still have your old truck. I might be interested in buying that one.

[DutchmenSport]

Mote wrote:
Nice truck DutchmenSport, I'm sure you'll love driving that new truck around. Did you get that in Anderson? My son goes to college there. When we go to visit I usually cruise thru the Chevy dealer there.

Yes - Anderson, IN. Ed Martin Chevrolet, corner of Scatterfield and 53rd Street.

[parkersdad]

Ric Flair wrote:

rottidawg wrote:

travelnutz wrote:

You can instantly see the real class and debonaire difference with GM truck owners in any crowd. So cheerful and happy!

Thank you very much Mr. Nutz, I very much appreciate the compliment!
Class, debonaire, cheerful and happy is me....OP your course of action is clear.
Congrats on your new Chevy!

GM owners just smell better. They also seem to garner a unique level of extra attention from the ladies. Whether its appreciation or desire, women inherently understand that real men drive GM trucks.

The facts are clear, the issue is resolved. Lock the thread.

Actually I've always been told old men drive GM trucks.:D

[Mote]

Nice truck DutchmenSport, I'm sure you'll love driving that new truck around. Did you get that in Anderson? My son goes to college there. When we go to visit I usually cruise thru the Chevy dealer there.

[The_Mad_Norsky]

Nice truck!

Good for you! Enjoy the new ride!

[RVBlade]

Congratulations on your new truck. I'm sure it'll give you many years of great service!! Enjoy!