Re: Dealership recommendation - FORD
NOPE....haven't moved on .....still here, just a little slow in my replies.
I did purchase a truck back in '09 and I am completely satisfied with everything about it.
It's a 2008 F250 Super Duty Extended Cab with 8' bed.....gas engine.
The truck is great and after owning and looking at every other brand, I can confidently say that there is nothing better than a FORD 250 series or larger for towing, work, comfort, style. I wouldn't even think of purchasing GM / GMC.
My opinion of course. I think Dodge has as good or better diesel engine if you require a diesel. After really crunching the numbers and cost of operation and ownership, the diesel is quite impractical UNLESS you will be running high miles, towing, or using it for commercial purposes. The FORD diesel actually weighs 1000# more than the gas engine of the same exact model. That's a considerable amount of extra weight to tote around on tire wear, brakes, suspension. Also, after a visit to a FORD dealer shop where I saw that the cab had to be removed to access the motor for some regular service, that was a frightening thought should I need any warranty work.