Let's talk Options
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Let's talk Options
What is cool to have, what has a major impact on safety, what are must haves for work or recreation. Example: the technology package- this option in some models replaces a back up camera, which is obviously very useful, but if you don't tow do you need the tech package or is it just cool to have. Example 2: what axle configuration based on use and engine? Etc. etc. etc.
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Thinking Forward we can assume that allot of this technology will become standard in future vehicles so if you buy the most advanced technology I think you will recoup the cost when reselling the vehicle plus you have a safer vehicle.
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For this truck he traded a (bought new) 2003 Expy Eddie Bauer with all the goodies available in 2003, MSRP over 42K at that time. 138K miles and the dealer gave 5k in trade against his plat.
Obviously if he had traded at the 5 - 6 year point, he would have netted more on trade. I believe that in depreciation, you reach that "pay back" point but when that line is crossed, you may as well keep it and extract the last bit of life from it.
By the time the 2015's are 10 years old, who in the devil could possibly imagine the amenities available and the whole sale value or possible net worth of a well kept truck.
I do understand and agree with your post sir.
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All the truly important safety features are included in even the most stripped down trucks.
Backup camera and trailer brake are two that are pretty important in the resale market around here. e-locker is a very good deal for what they charge, although I'd guess 95% of owners don't use it ever.
Backup camera and trailer brake are two that are pretty important in the resale market around here. e-locker is a very good deal for what they charge, although I'd guess 95% of owners don't use it ever.
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All the truly important safety features are included in even the most stripped down trucks.
Backup camera and trailer brake are two that are pretty important in the resale market around here. e-locker is a very good deal for what they charge, although I'd guess 95% of owners don't use it ever.
Backup camera and trailer brake are two that are pretty important in the resale market around here. e-locker is a very good deal for what they charge, although I'd guess 95% of owners don't use it ever.
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Build and Price confusion, from the lariat package when I chose the Appearance Package Sport the details describe angular color accented running boards and a small picture shows them, but after processing the choice the large picture of the vehicle does not show them. Hopefully its just a glitch.
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