I got a Tradesman too and it has plenty of amenities for me. When it's time for new tires I'll spring for some decent wheels but otherwise I'm happy. I took all the badges off other than the C and love the clean look.
The truck itself is great and pulls our fifth wheel effortlessly, including both up and down big grades. I did add timbrens and I like the way it settled the ride down on the highway while towing. They weren't necessary and the truck doesn't squat any less with them, but it handles bumps at speed better now. Not a dramatic difference but worth the $200.