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Old 06-29-2005 | 11:59 AM
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Suggestions on a new Pickup truck

I sold my Type R today, so now I am on the hunt for a pickup truck. The redneck in me is finally coming out. Seriously though since I am a "NEWBIE" in this regards I am hoping some of you members can give me advice in the purchase of a new OR used pickup truck.

Here's what I would really want spec wise:

4x4
crew cab

although I have been looking at some 2x as well.

I have narrowed it down to these 2 power house units mmm big power

Dodge Hemi SLT or Daytona Edition

Toyota Tacoma TRD

And as an offshoot

Sonoma S10 Extreme however this is only a 2x....

I am so confused.......
 
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Old 06-29-2005 | 12:17 PM
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How about Honda Ridgeline? Interior looks soooooo amazing... close to luxury

My father has the Ford f150 and it's pretty powerful. It's pretty comfy but I hate the interior!
 
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Old 06-29-2005 | 12:46 PM
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If I were in the market for a pickup, I don't think I would look any further than the Nissan Titan. That thing is a beast...and puts out a whopping 379lb-ft of torque. Having said this, I must admit that I am biased to Nissans. The Frontiers with the Nismo package are very nice also.

Others in the same class that I would consider would be the Tundra and the F-150. Anything from Dodge and GM has never impressed me...both exterior and interior wise.

As for the Ridgeline, I just can't get by its "Chevy Avalanche" type styling. Just test drive various trucks and see which ones you prefer, and I am sure the choice will become more clear.

Good luck in your quest for a pickup!
 
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Old 06-29-2005 | 01:06 PM
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Nissan Titan
Toyota
Honda
 
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Old 06-29-2005 | 01:17 PM
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Before I got my G I looked at the Nissan Titan. The truck is amazing! Tons of power, beautiful interior, great options. Stock spray-in bedliner, huge towing capacity and much much more. Check it out
 
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Old 06-29-2005 | 01:49 PM
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Nissan Titan gets my vote.
That's what I'll be getting when the F150 packs in.
 
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Old 06-29-2005 | 02:00 PM
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I would say the Nissan Titan.
 
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Old 06-29-2005 | 03:08 PM
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One more for the Titan. My buddy has one and it is way cool. The exhaust note is really sweet and the interior is nicer than my 03 G. :{ The numbers speak for themselves as far as performance. It is a beast of truck.
 
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Old 06-29-2005 | 04:57 PM
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Thumbs up Nissan Titan

The Nissan Titan gets my vote. That is what will replace my Z71 when the time comes.
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Old 06-29-2005 | 05:10 PM
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I'm not a trucker, lol, but if I were in the market, I'd have to look at Nissan's Titan just to keep it 'in the family'. The engine alone would be a kicker for me: A 5.6 liter VK.....mmmmmm lucious.
C.
 
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Old 06-29-2005 | 05:41 PM
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Originally Posted by YORKVILLE
I sold my Type R today, so now I am on the hunt for a pickup truck. The redneck in me is finally coming out. Seriously though since I am a "NEWBIE" in this regards I am hoping some of you members can give me advice in the purchase of a new OR used pickup truck.

Here's what I would really want spec wise:

4x4
crew cab

although I have been looking at some 2x as well.

I have narrowed it down to these 2 power house units mmm big power

Dodge Hemi SLT or Daytona Edition

Toyota Tacoma TRD

And as an offshoot

Sonoma S10 Extreme however this is only a 2x....

I am so confused.......
All righty then

Talking about my first area of expertise

First question: what do you want to do with it?
2) Tow or haul stuff or trailer?
3) just cruise?
4) family hauler?

Just to let you know I have owned many many trucks over the years and at one time raced them at Speedway (yes I'm showing my age )
All my friends at work drive all kinds of truck and YES I am a ALBERTA RED NECK!
I presently own a 2500HD Diesel that has been chipped and hauls a**
But doesn't corner worth crap
 
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Old 06-29-2005 | 06:10 PM
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If you want fairly plush and Really quiet look at the Titan . If you want a beast either Dodge would be a fine choice.
 
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Old 06-29-2005 | 06:20 PM
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If you have the mod bug there are a quite a few options out there that will boost a diesel engine to dizzying heights. My father-in-law has a 2500HD (diesel with Allison tranny) for hauling around his fifth wheel. He has some Banks Performance mods on it and it puts out some amazing numbers. Go to the Banks site for possibilities (there are other options too). However, like the man said, it won't corner like a sports car.
 
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Old 06-30-2005 | 12:41 AM
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HOLY SMOKE!! I just test drove the NISSAN ARMADA! GAWD DAMN FULL-SIZE SUV! BOOTIFUL INTERIOR, LOADED! I felt like a RICHEST man driving the SUV. JERRY.... have you ever test drive the ARMADA! I'm inlove! So much better than my brother BMW X5!! 10 times better!! I'd give big credit for Nissan for making a nicest SUV! I have driven in MDX, PILOT, CRV (my mom's), and Sequoia (pretty HUGE and not my style). I like Armada overall.....

Anyway, I would choose Titan for the looks and power (lot of TQ!!)
 
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Old 06-30-2005 | 10:55 AM
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Originally Posted by G35 6MT
All righty then

Talking about my first area of expertise

First question: what do you want to do with it?
2) Tow or haul stuff or trailer?
3) just cruise?
4) family hauler?
yeah - you need to know what you're going to use it for before you pick what you want.
 


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