I had been thinking for a few months it was time to move on from my CTS-V. I either needed to use it more, or get something else I could get more use out of. With Section 179 bonus depreciation deductions being available again, I figured I could get a truck with my business and get the money I put into a new vehicle back out. Now I can get an enclosed trailer for the RX7 and also use it to tow my RZR around for off roading day trips a little easier.
So I was going to buy a 2018 Silverado. I can't stand the 2019. I was ready to buy one and decided I should at least test drive a Ford. While the Chevy was good, I felt the Ford was a little bit better in every way. It was quieter, it rode better, it was more comfortable, and the fit and finish was a bit better. Plus I could order all the specific options I wanted in the trim level I wanted in the Ford. With the Chevy I was compromising because getting what I wanted resulted in too many option packages. One example - bucket seats and a full center console in the Chevy was $2000. In the Ford it was a $350 option. Plus I was stuck with the 5.3 and the 6 speed in the Chevy. The 6.2 and the 10 speed transmission only came in LTZ and higher trim, and I didn't want leather. Ford lets you put any engine combination in any trim truck.
So I ended up spending more on the Ford, but got exactly what I wanted. A F150 Super Crew XLT sport, with the 3.5L TT V6 and 10 speed transmission. It has the Max Tow package which includes the 3.55 locker, 36 gallon fuel tank, integrated trailer brake control, upgraded cooling system, bigger oil cooler, bigger trans cooler, etc. etc. etc.
I am really liking the truck so far. I got it all dialed in how I want it.. Tint, bedliner, STX front grill, 2 inch front level, Icon wheels and 33" tires. Here is where I am at today.
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