Questions about Diesel Maintenance
My next truck (4x4, CC) has to have a minimum 3000 lbs. of payload. That leaves me with either a 1 ton diesel (3500-4000 lbs.) or a 3/4 - 1 ton gasser (3200-4000 lbs.). I've run my gasser vs. di...
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majorgator wrote:jerem0621 wrote:
I wouldn't let maintence fees stop me from owning a diesel. If a few hundred bucks a year mean the difference between affordable or not then you are in no position to buy a truck.
^^^THIS^^^
Simple answer: yes, a diesel costs more for routine maintenance. Whether you're buying new or nearly new/barely used, you're going to drop $30K to $50K on your TV. Maintenance fees are so inconsequential to the full cost of ownership.
Yep, this is the right answer. The end amount is inconsequential. Comparing my '06 Duramax to my gas rigs, the increased maintenance each year was negligible. I did much of my own, of course, and it costs a bit more when you have to do it, but overall it couldn't have been more than $100 more a year. Or about the cost of a tank of fuel (at the time, at least).
While I understand wanting to know what you're walking in to, don't get a diesel on a cost-benefit analysis. You'll never pay it off. Get it because you'll love, love, love the way it tows and performs. It was more than worth the extra expense to me.
Good luck!
