[Leaning Right]

Thanks much for the link. Before your post #58, I hadn’t even considered a coupe utility, such as that Ford Falcon. So I did a little research over morning coffee. Evidently, no US manufacturer is even thinking about coupe utilities these days.

But that little Australian Ute is a real beauty. And yeah, I did drool over it.

[Delta 21]

Just another case of your government knowing what best for you and over-regulating what you really want beyond your reach.

[Yosemitest]

A few questions:

How much weight do you plan to haul on the truck?

Do you plan tho pull a trailer with it, like a boat, a small utility trailer, or a pop-up camper?

How important is gas mileage?

Would you consider a diesel in a small pickup?

Very important, how long do you plan on keeping the truck?

Do you believe that the United States might be attacked by terrorist with an EMP attack?

If so, how mechanically inclined are you?

Would you consider an older truck that was points, plugs and condenser, say before 1967 model?

An example to consider:

1965 Ford Ranchero Base 3.3L FORD RANCHERO


1959 Studebaker Pickup Truck


1964 Datsun Other NO RESERVE

An older truck that has been rebuilt and taken care of, is a great tool, and it may cost as much as a new truck.
But usually they're worth it.
They may be a little more trouble to go get, or to finance, but if you take a little time preparing for the "buy", you can do very well.

Plus you are not chained to the dealership for repairs.
Just do a little research on the availability of parts.
Most are easy to get parts for, but some are not.
And most are easy to work on.