Turns out I need a real truck. Kindly help me choose one!

[COAKXterra]

Is there any discount over MSRP level that would change your mind?

Not me personally. I’m over dealing with unnecessary headaches at this point. So the discount becomes irrelevant. The right deal can be found elsewhere with less potential hoops and negotiations and issues down the line. We looked for a few months for a power wagon, and then the right deal popped up private party. Wish it wasn’t black, but the wife really wanted it. You know, happy wife… less headaches or something like that.

When we bought her last car, I did my homework, called ahead to ask questions about the out of state purchase, and when one of the dealerships started giving me headaches, we walked. Life is too short to deal with bad businesses, and I’m happy to get fore-warning from others.

But again, that’s just me. I have enough headaches at work and a toddler and dog to chase at home to keep both from killing themselves or each other. That’s about the end of my mental capacity. 😂

 

[TexasSixSeven]

Plenty (most?) on here are parents. When we had our first, we just stacked stuff in the Landcruiser. Pack n play, REI tent, some sort of air mattress, then headed out. All good and fun memories. Don’t overcomplicate things in your head before getting some real world experience of just being out there. Do an overnighter close by and see how it goes. Who cares if you don’t have the latest bjorn baby cradle or an overland tactical diaper changing station? You’ll make it work.

Babies sleep anywhere and everywhere and they don’t complain about it lol

 

[hdas]

whats the penalty if you bail on a factory order

that's something I need to figure out.

 

[TexasSixSeven]

Some dealers have you put down a deposit on a factory order. If so, then it’ll depend if it’s refundable or non refundable deposit. Personally I wouldn’t do either. I’ve ordered 4 trucks, and I’ve put a grand total of $0 down. I walked away from one of those trucks due to the dealership being slimeballs at the time of purchase once the truck arrived. I bought an almost identical truck later than afternoon for the same price as I agreed to with the original dealer, and they were more than happy to steal the sale.

 

[Tex68w]

Run from bad dealers, if you have to ask then you already know the answer. Kids will sleep where you put them, they acclimate just like anything else. It's easy to get fixated on all the "things" and the idea of "must have's" but in reality very little of it is necessary and many of us have done the whole two steps forward and one step back in regards to pricey mods/accessories. Take it from those of us here who have already spent the big money many times over. We are giving you the honest advice you seek, which may not be the advice you want to hear in order to validate your desires, it's a tough pill to swallow.

 

[Todd780]

It's easy to get fixated on all the "things" and the idea of "must have's" but in reality very little of it is necessary and many of us have done the whole two steps forward and one step back in regards to pricey mods/accessories. Take it from those of us here who have already spent the big money many times over. We are giving you the honest advice you seek, which may not be the advice you want to hear in order to validate your desires, it's a tough pill to swallow.

Some sage advise here too. Well put.

 

[hdas]

Run from bad dealers

I might be able to get my dealer to trade it and I will deal only with them. This car has almost everything I want. A couple things I can add. And the only big miss is the clearance lights.

 

[tacollie]

What's the reason for wanting clearance lights? Just curious.

 

[hdas]

What's the reason for wanting clearance lights? Just curious.

Seems like easy ready connections in case I want lights in front of the rack down the road.

 

[chet6.7]

I might be able to get my dealer to trade it and I will deal only with them. This car has almost everything I want. A couple things I can add. And the only big miss is the clearance lights.

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You can jump now and the exact truck you want will appear next week at a great price, or you can hesitate and end up waiting for months.

 

[hdas]

You can jump now and the exact truck you want will appear next week at a great price

I’m working on it. I just don’t want to deal with a dealer with very bad reputation and shady tactics.

 

[chet6.7]

I’m working on it. I just don’t want to deal with a dealer with very bad reputation and shady tactics.

I understand vehicle sales folks are ******. Something I read once, how do you know your dealership personnel are lying... their lips are moving.
Good hunting.

 

[TexasSixSeven]

Are they factory LED ?

Used the fixture as a roof pass-through, yes, but piggyback for power, not so sure.

I dont be surprised if the clearance lights are supplied by minimun guage wiring and on a circuit that wont tolerate much added load.

Im with you. There’s no way I’d use the clearance light circuitry for off road lights. While I could see using the pass through as being tempting, I’d likely refrain from it as well. Just run greater risk of causing a leak that won’t be covered under warranty. I’d run the cable up a bedside rack or the camper, and run to the roof that way.

 

[phsycle]

I’m working on it. I just don’t want to deal with a dealer with very bad reputation and shady tactics.

I’d be less inclined to work with a bad dealer on a used car. But for a new car, still have your guard up and look over every document twice…, but I’d give it a shot if it’s the truck that will work for you. You can take it to another dealer you trust post purchase for any issues.

 

[2025 deleted member]

I was thinking by page 18 we’d be looking at Earthroamers….😆