My husband recently talked me into purchasing a pickup truck. This had been his dream vehicle since we married 10 years ago. We have 3 children and a truck did not seem to be the most logical of vehicles to choose. But we did it.

I won't say I am completely happy because it just wasn't what "I" wanted. However, for a truck, it's turned out to be very surprising. Not only have we used it several times to haul junk, bikes, toys, and you name it; but it really rides like a very nice vehicle. It's quiet, smooth, and has a really good take-off. The one we chose is loaded. It has a very nice interior and you just don't feel as if you are "roughing it". Yet, at the same time, it fulfills that manly need to drive a truck!

Some of the cons include: ours is an extended cab (obviously with three kids) with no third door. It is very difficult to get my 2 year old in and out of her carseat. I would definitely recommend getting a newer model with the third door. Also, it costs over $30 to fill the tank. We try to let it get down just to half and fill it so it doesn't hurt the pocket book so much. It does, however, have a 26 gallon tank. Another con (for me), is that the AC is VERY COLD! Okay, I guess to most that is not a flaw of the vehicle but of the passenger.

Seriously, all in all, I really like this truck. It's affordable, dependable, and reliable. Oh, and did I mention, two weeks after buying the truck we found out we're having a fourth child???? So, the final con to this truck is that I wish it seated six!
Amount Paid (US$): 13000
Condition: Used
Model Year: 1995
Model and Options: Chevy Silverado 1500 ExCab