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    Seeking input -- upcoming vehicle purchase

    Regarding the Maverick... I just discovered that about 4 days ago. I want to like it, but just can't bring myself to. Too effeminate looking for me -- maybe its' the unibody design? -- even if the top-end versions would check most of my boxes I just can't get there. That said, I think Ford will...
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    Seeking input -- upcoming vehicle purchase

    Some really good insights here. Thanks, everyone. The used vehicle market is bonkers right now (to state the obvious). Been talking with the wife unit and for now the plan is to nurse the Dakota along for as long as possible. It needs new ball joints, so as much as it pains me to delay a "new"...
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    Seeking input -- upcoming vehicle purchase

    That's a legit question @displacedtexan, 1/2 ton is on the table I suppose. I'm just so used to the Dakota that I guess I'm kind of pre-disposed to the mid-size class. It's not even a gas mileage thing, it's more of a "fits my lifestyle"/does everything I need and nothing I don't sort of thing...
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    Seeking input -- upcoming vehicle purchase

    The plan is to nurse the current Dakota along as long as possible and hope the used market cools sooner rather than later. Though I've put a semi-firm $500 threshold on the Dakota -- any repairs requiring more than $500 and it's going up for sale/trade-in. Right now I've got a bit of breathing...
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    Seeking input -- upcoming vehicle purchase

    I'm inclined to agree. The midsize route would certainly be the most straight forward. But then again, I like to tinker with things... thus the allure of Option B. Thanks for the input @Tex68w
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    Seeking input -- upcoming vehicle purchase

    I'm looking for input/recommendations. I've been lurking here on ExPo for a while, became a member recently and this is my first post, soooo yeah... go easy :) This initial post feels a little longish, but I want to provide an accurate picture of my scenario in hopes of getting some solid...
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