What Are the Best Used Pickup Trucks?

As you already know, buying a used truck or car is different than buying new one. One of the biggest things a buyer has to fight against is the tendency to believe that beauty is more than skin deep. A used truck that’s beautiful and well-detailed can still be fighting some issues under the surface which may present problems later on.

That being said, drivers have the advantage of knowing how well models hold up after having been on the road for a year or more. This advantage is not present when shopping for new truck models. At Stop 23, we work really hard to accept only vehicles we know will be great for provide years of reliability and fun!

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Part of that means working hard to accept primarily late-year used truck and car models. The other part is knowing which models hold their value and are unlikely to present mechanical or electronic problems down the road for our buyers.

Which Used Truck Should I Buy?

Different buyers have different needs. The type of truck you want is going to depend on what your specific needs for that truck are. While we always recommend speaking to a Stop 23 sales team member about your specific situation, we’ve broken down the best used trucks by their class – Compact, Light-duty, and Heavy-duty.

Best Used Compact Pickup Trucks

1. Honda Ridgeline (2006 – Present) – With car-like manueverability, and Honda’s acclaimed safety and tech features, the Honda Ridgeline is a zippy compact pickup truck that delivers utility and agility.
2. Nissan Frontier (2009 – Present) – Even the base model provides class-leading comfort and technology. Plenty of engine options make this one of the more versatile compact pickup trucks available used or new.
3. Toyota Tacoma (2005 – Present) – Like Toyota’s cars and SUVs, the Tacoma is dependable, low-maintenance and (from 2005 onwards), offers a size able to compete with smaller light-duty pickups.

Best Used Light-duty Pickup Trucks

1. Ford F-150 (2005 – Present) – Since the release of the Model A over 100 years ago, Ford has pretty much owned the pickup truck class. The F-150 is no exception. Models from 2005 on feature a variety of powertrain and cab/bed length options to make them ideal for any need.
2. GMC Sierra 1500 (2012 – Present) – The GMC Sierra provides one of the most luxurious drives for a utility-minded pickup truck. It’s little brother, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is included in our recommendation, but lacks some of the high-end fit and finish present on GMC models.
3. Ram 1500 (2012 – Present) – A comfortable ride give push Ram’s light-duty entry on to our list of the best.

Best Used Heavy-duty Pickup Trucks

1. Ford Super Duty (2005 – Present) – Offering the amenities, reliability, and available configurations of the F-150, the Ford Super Duty provides up to 2400 kg payload rating, the Ford Super Duty is everything you need and a lot of what you want.
2. GMC Sierra 2500HD/3500HD (2008 – Present) – Similar to the Ford Super Duty, the GMC Sierra 2500HD adds weight and performance capability in the reliable and comfortable Sierra 1500 package. Likewise, the Silverado 2500/3500 is included in this assessment.
3. Ram 2500 (2012 – Present) – The Ram 2500 provides a smooth and luxurious drive with powerful performance to boot.

Used trucks are common sights on lots, but knowing which ones are going to provide reliability, performance, and comfort will help you make the best decision for your used truck purchase.

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