How Old Of A Truck Should I Buy?


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How Old Of A Truck Should I Buy?

Perhaps you’ve heard the horror stories about someone buying an old used truck for sale and having it break down soon after driving off the lot. A breakdown is probably something you want to avoid, as it can prove costly for repairs. The reputation of old trucks may also scare you from wanting anything to do with high-mileage trucks or older trucks. However, you should understand that a little knowledge can go a long way in helping to ensure that you find a truck that will provide you with many years of driving, even if it’s old. With this being said, there are a few different factors you should consider while determining the lifespan of trucks at a used car dealership near you, and these factors can be seen in the list below.

1. How Much Mileage Is Too Much?

The first question you may have about old used trucks for sale is how much mileage is too much? Typically, the upper limit for most used vehicles is 100,000 miles. After 100,000 miles, repairs often outweigh the price of the vehicle. You should note, however, that most pickup trucks for sale are constructed using parts that are more durable than typical vehicles. Thus, pickup trucks tend to last longer depending on how well they’ve been maintained.

2. Lifespan Depends On Use

Another factor that contributes to the lifespan of any used truck for sale is how it was previously used. To determine how a truck was previously used or maintained, a used car dealership near you should always present the vehicle history report. The vehicle history report will indicate how any vehicle was previously maintained and whether or not it has been involved in anything serious. If a dealership is unable to provide a vehicle’s history report, you should find somewhere else to car shop.

3. Diesel Engines Last Longer

Diesel engines are great, especially for anyone who plans on towing with a truck, since they provide a lot more power than typical engines. Along with this, because they burn fuel slower than normal trucks, diesel trucks for sale inherently last longer. Diesel engines also tend to be more durable than normal gas engines, providing years of reliability on the road.

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4. Specific Manufacturer's Trucks Last Longer

While searching for trucks for sale near you, it is wise to research every truck that interests you, as some manufacturers may design their trucks to last longer than usual. For example, the Ram 1500 is rated to last for up to 300,000 miles if well-maintained. Hence, high mileage may be defined as something different for Ram trucks and other truck manufacturers with similar construction.5. Always Inspect And Test Drive

While shopping at a used car dealership near you, one of the most important aspects of your experience will be the test drive. The test drive will allow you to get a feel for how each truck performs and handles. After test driving, you can compare and contrast each driving experience to determine the best option for you. Before you test drive, however, you should first inspect each vehicle that interests you, ensuring that it suits you before getting behind the wheel. During your test drive, there are a few elements you should observe, which can be seen in the following list:

  • Braking and acceleration: ResponsivenessSuspension: Rides smoothly
  • Cabin noise: Quiet interior
  • Safety: Test safety features

You can set up a specific time to test drive the trucks that interest you with R&B Car Company’s Fort Wayne car dealership or any other truck dealer near you.In conclusion, we at R&B Car Company hope that this list helps you to better comprehend what to look for when it comes to age and mileage for trucks. The final piece of advice to extend any truck’s life is proper maintenance. Most maintenance can be done yourself or with a mechanic, and you just have to be responsible about it, servicing your truck when necessary.

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CarFax
Exterior: 
Brown
Interior: 
Dark Slate Gray/Russet Leather
Mileage:
65,890
Engine:
8cyl, 5.7L, 390.0hp
Cab Type: 
Crew Cab Pickup
Model #: 
DS6R98
VIN:
1C6RD7PTXCS104273
Stock #:
35597
Original:
$24,380
Tax Time is Match Time:
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Gray
Interior: 
Black/Gun Metal 
Mileage:
48,193
Engine:
6cyl, 3.5L, 278.0hp
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Crew Cab Pickup
Model #: 
7545
VIN:
5TFCZ5AN4MX246086
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35596
Original:
$41,488
Tax Time is Match Time:
-$3,500
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$37,988
$604.44 / month*
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Exterior: 
Blue
Interior: 
Black Pkg/Gun Metal 
Mileage:
25,569
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Crew Cab Pickup
Model #: 
7566
VIN:
5TFDZ5BN8JX034743
Stock #:
35595
Original:
$42,455
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-$3,500
Internet Price:  
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$619.83 / month*
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CarFax
Exterior: 
Blue
Interior: 
Black 
Mileage:
79,056
Engine:
8cyl, 5.7L, 395.0hp
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Crew Cab Pickup
Model #: 
DS6S98
VIN:
1C6RR7MT2GS342436
Stock #:
35585
Original:
$34,380
Tax Time is Match Time:
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$30,880
$491.34 / month*
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Exterior: 
White
Mileage:
152,599
VIN:
1GT12SEG7JF204115
Stock #:
35598
Internet Price:  
$30,980
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CarFax
Exterior: 
Gray
Interior: 
Black 
Mileage:
58,021
Engine:
8cyl, 5.0L, 310.0hp
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Crew Cab Pickup
Model #: 
56219
VIN:
1N6BA1F41KN519910
Stock #:
35581
Original:
$38,390
Tax Time is Match Time:
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$34,890
$555.15 / month*
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CarFax
Exterior: 
Green
Interior: 
Black 
Mileage:
28,359
Engine:
6cyl, 3.6L, 285.0hp
Cab Type: 
Crew Cab Pickup
Model #: 
JTJL98
VIN:
1C6HJTAG0LL209939
Stock #:
35580
Original:
$45,255
Tax Time is Match Time:
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$41,755
$664.38 / month*
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Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Black/Medium Dark Slate Leather
Mileage:
77,977
Engine:
6cyl, 3.5L, 400.0hp
Cab Type: 
Crew Cab Pickup
Model #: 
W1E
VIN:
1FTFW1E85MFA30255
Stock #:
35579
Original:
$49,380
Tax Time is Match Time:
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$45,880
$730.01 / month*
This Used 2021 Ford F-150, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: 4X4, NAV, LEATHER, REMOTE START, APPLE CARPLAY, ANDROID AUTO, ALLOY-WHEELS, HTD SEATS, LED HEADLTS, WIFI HOTSPOT, A/C SEATS, BLUETOOTH, RADAR SENSING, TOW PKG, VOICE CONTROLS, BLIND SPOT MONITOR, LANE DEPARTURE WARNING, DUAL-ZONE...   Read More
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Exterior: 
Blue
Interior: 
Black Leather
Mileage:
67,159
Engine:
8cyl, 5.7L, 395.0hp
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Crew Cab Pickup
Model #: 
DT6M98
VIN:
1C6SRFHT3KN833997
Stock #:
35577
Original:
$52,488
Tax Time is Match Time:
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
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$779.47 / month*
This used 2019 Ram All-New 1500, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: NAV, LEATHER, 4X4, HTD REAR SEATS, A/C SEATS, HTD ST. WHEEL, WIFI HOTSPOT, HTD SEATS, REMOTE START, APPLE CARPLAY, ANDROID AUTO, ALLOY-WHEELS, LED HEADLTS, RADAR SENSING, TOW PKG, VOICE CONTROLS, BLUETOOTH, BLIND SPOT MONITOR,...   Read More
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Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Medium Earth Gray 
Mileage:
42,072
Engine:
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Crew Cab Pickup
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W2B
VIN:
1FT7W2B62JEB00762
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35570
Original:
$48,155
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-$3,500
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Exterior: 
Red
Interior: 
Diesel Gray/Black 
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Engine:
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Crew Cab Pickup
Model #: 
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VIN:
1C6RR7LTXES397084
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35567
Original:
$26,880
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-$3,500
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Exterior: 
Blue
Interior: 
Black/Diesel Gray Interior 
Mileage:
130,138
Engine:
8cyl, 4.7L, 310.0hp
Cab Type: 
Crew Cab Pickup
Model #: 
DS6L41
VIN:
1C6RR7FP4DS530127
Stock #:
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Original:
$18,255
Tax Time is Match Time:
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
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Exterior: 
Red
Interior: 
Black Leather
Mileage:
191,738
Engine:
8cyl, 6.7L, 400.0hp
Cab Type: 
Crew Cab Pickup
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W2B
VIN:
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CarFax
Exterior: 
White
Interior: 
Medium Earth Gray 
Mileage:
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Engine:
10cyl, 6.8L, 288.0hp
Cab Type: 
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VIN:
1FDUF5GY2HED12985
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35550
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CarFax
Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Black Leather
Mileage:
92,046
Engine:
8cyl, 6.7L, 450.0hp
Cab Type: 
Crew Cab Pickup
Model #: 
W2B
VIN:
1FT7W2BT1KEE49175
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35562
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$59,380
Tax Time is Match Time:
-$3,500
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$55,880
$889.13 / month*
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CarFax
Exterior: 
Red
Interior: 
Jet Black Leather
Mileage:
62,054
Engine:
6cyl, 3.6L, 308.0hp
Cab Type: 
Crew Cab Pickup
Model #: 
T2V43
VIN:
1GTG6EEN4J1129708
Stock #:
35560
Original:
$36,955
Tax Time is Match Time:
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$33,455
$532.32 / month*
This Used 2018 GMC Canyon, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: NAV, LEATHER, 4X4, APPLE CARPLAY, HTD ST. WHEEL, A/C SEATS, WIFI HOTSPOT, ANDROID AUTO, ALLOY-WHEELS, REMOTE START, HTD SEATS, BACKUP CAMERA, LANE DEPARTURE WARNING, VOICE CONTROLS, BLUETOOTH, REMOTE ENTRY, RUNNING BOARDS, AUX PORT,...   Read More
CarFax
Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Black 
Mileage:
30,401
Engine:
8cyl, 5.0L, 395.0hp
Cab Type: 
Crew Cab Pickup
Model #: 
W1E
VIN:
1FTEW1E52LFC83436
Stock #:
35547
Original:
$47,455
Tax Time is Match Time:
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$43,955
$699.38 / month*
This Used 2020 Ford F-150 XLT, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: 4X4, BACKUP CAMERA, WIFI HOTSPOT, REMOTE START, ALLOY-WHEELS, APPLE CARPLAY, ANDROID AUTO, BLUETOOTH, VOICE CONTROLS, AUX PORT, REMOTE ENTRY.This preowned 2020 Ford F-150 XLT located at our R&B Car Company South Bend used car...   Read More
CarFax
Exterior: 
Blue
Interior: 
Black Leather
Mileage:
65,929
Engine:
8cyl, 5.7L, 381.0hp
Cab Type: 
Crew Cab Pickup
Model #: 
8352
VIN:
5TFBY5F15JX692361
Stock #:
35556
Original:
$41,455
Tax Time is Match Time:
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$37,955
$603.92 / month*
This Used 2018 Toyota Tundra has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: LEATHER, 4X4, NAV, HTD SEATS, ALLOY-WHEELS, LED HEADLTS, APPLE CARPLAY, ANDROID AUTO, TOW PKG, LANE DEPARTURE WARNING, BLUETOOTH, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, REMOTE ENTRY, AUX PORT, SIRIUS XM.This preowned 2018 Toyota Tundra Limited located...   Read More
CarFax
Exterior: 
Gray
Interior: 
Graphite w/Gun Metal 
Mileage:
101,159
Engine:
6cyl, 3.5L, 278.0hp
Cab Type: 
Crew Cab Pickup
Model #: 
7566
VIN:
5TFDZ5BN6GX006786
Stock #:
35555
Original:
$34,380
Tax Time is Match Time:
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$30,880
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Exterior: 
White
Interior: 
Red/Black 
Mileage:
194,789
Engine:
8cyl, 5.7L, 395.0hp
Cab Type: 
Crew Cab Pickup
Model #: 
DT6X98
VIN:
1C6SRFLT5KN582844
Stock #:
35554
Original:
$30,955
Tax Time is Match Time:
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$27,455
This Used 2019 Ram All-New 1500 has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: 4X4, LED HEADLTS, WIFI HOTSPOT, ALLOY-WHEELS, RADAR SENSING, TOW PKG, BLUETOOTH, SIRIUS XM, REMOTE ENTRY, AUX PORT.This preowned 2019 Ram All-New 1500 Rebel located at our R&B Car Company Warsaw used car dealership near Warsaw,...   Read More
CarFax
Exterior: 
White
Mileage:
42,590
Model #: 
DP0L64
VIN:
3C7WRNBL2NG140609
Stock #:
35543
Original:
$66,380
Tax Time is Match Time:
-$3,500
Sale Price:  
$62,880
$1,000.51 / month*
This used 2022 Ram 5500 Chassis Cab, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: DUALLY, DIESEL, 4X4, VOICE CONTROLS, BLUETOOTH, AUX PORT.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This used 2022 Ram 5500 Chassis Cab truck Includes: Voice Command Features, Onboard Hands-Free Communications System, Infotainment System,...   Read More
CarFax
Exterior: 
Red
Mileage:
43,975
Model #: 
12N53
VIN:
1GCHSBEA5F1177091
Stock #:
35362A
Original:
$27,495
Tax Time is Match Time:
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$23,995
$381.79 / month*
This Used 2015 Chevrolet Colorado has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: ANDROID AUTO, BACKUP CAMERA, ALLOY-WHEELS, APPLE CARPLAY, WIFI HOTSPOT, BLUETOOTH, VOICE CONTROLS, SIRIUS XM, REMOTE ENTRY, AUX PORT.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This used 2015 Chevrolet Colorado truck Includes: Keyless Entry, Voice...   Read More
CarFax
Exterior: 
White
Interior: 
Jet Black/Dark Ash 
Mileage:
71,642
Engine:
8cyl, 6.0L, 360.0hp
Cab Type: 
Crew Cab Pickup
Model #: 
TK25943
VIN:
1GT12SEG3HF170555
Stock #:
35576
Original:
$39,650
Tax Time is Match Time:
-$3,500
Sale Price:  
$36,150
$575.20 / month*
This used 2017 GMC Sierra 2500HD, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: 4X4, ALLOY-WHEELS, BACKUP CAMERA, WIFI HOTSPOT, BLUETOOTH, HID HEADLIGHTS, TOW PKG, VOICE CONTROLS, REMOTE ENTRY, AUX PORT, SIRIUS XM.This preowned 2017 GMC Sierra 2500HD SLE located at our R&B Car Company Columbia City used...   Read More
Exterior: 
White
Mileage:
233,298
VIN:
1FDUF5GY2EEA23651
Stock #:
35132A
Original:
$25,499
Tax Time is Match Time:
-$3,500
Sale Price:  
$21,999
Exterior: 
White
Interior: 
Black Leather
Mileage:
163,352
Engine:
6cyl, 3.5L, 365.0hp
Cab Type: 
Extended Cab Pickup
Model #: 
X1E
VIN:
1FTFX1EG4GKE87865
Stock #:
35540
Original:
$25,455
Tax Time is Match Time:
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$21,955
This Used 2016 Ford F-150 has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: 4X4, LEATHER, HTD SEATS, WIFI HOTSPOT, ANDROID AUTO, ALLOY-WHEELS, A/C SEATS, APPLE CARPLAY, TOW PKG, BLUETOOTH, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, SIRIUS XM, AUX PORT, REMOTE ENTRY.This preowned 2016 Ford F-150 Lariat located at our R&B Car Company...   Read More
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