Im in the market to purchasing my first ford truck. Ive always been a big fan of the 1997 F350 CrewCab, Long Bed. Im not planning on hauling anything but would like to have the power in my disposal when needed (helping friends move, long trips etc, don't own a boat or trailer so that's out of the question).
Ive read for the most part that there are two types of motors that came with these trucks, gas and diesel and im sure this topic has come up thousands of times but what would be my best option with what I stated above. Maintenance, gas consumtion, wear and tear, for the most part, the truck I do eventually purchase, would just be driven on weekends or on longs trips for skiing/snowboarding or camping.
I recently have found three trucks I am interested in:
If anyone can tell me their input on the two and what are some issues if any (big or small) that I should look out for and if the price seems right.
1994 - auction truck. what are some things to look out for:
Ford F 350 XL | eBay
1997 - seems flawless but you never know. Have spoken to the owner for the most part, it has no issues. he recently changed the water and fuel pumps and the windshield has a small crack. that's all.
1997 FORD F350 OBS 7.3 powerstroke diesel
and for kicks, maybe a dually is something that might suit me.
2003 Ford F350
Ive read for the most part that there are two types of motors that came with these trucks, gas and diesel and im sure this topic has come up thousands of times but what would be my best option with what I stated above. Maintenance, gas consumtion, wear and tear, for the most part, the truck I do eventually purchase, would just be driven on weekends or on longs trips for skiing/snowboarding or camping.
I recently have found three trucks I am interested in:
If anyone can tell me their input on the two and what are some issues if any (big or small) that I should look out for and if the price seems right.
1994 - auction truck. what are some things to look out for:
Ford F 350 XL | eBay
1997 - seems flawless but you never know. Have spoken to the owner for the most part, it has no issues. he recently changed the water and fuel pumps and the windshield has a small crack. that's all.
1997 FORD F350 OBS 7.3 powerstroke diesel
and for kicks, maybe a dually is something that might suit me.
2003 Ford F350