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Originally Posted by allan5oh
The number one cost right now is fuel, so speccing a fuel efficient truck is very important. Even buying a 5 year old classic vs. a new aero, the new aero may have a lower overall cost due to better mpg.
After that consideration, you want a truck that depreciates the least. What trucks depreciate the least you ask? The oldest ones, and the ones you keep for a long time.
After that, you have to consider maintenance. Doing work yourself is always cheaper(and better!) then paying someone else to do the work for you. Reliability is important, and doing your own work should increase that reliability.
LOL....I'm man enough to admit that I am unfit as a mechanic. I can do simple stuff yes..like swap out batteries, lights, fuses...simple stuff. If it requires anything more...I take it to a shop.
I'm just not that mechanically inclined...never have been.