BoxingRaptor t1_j6n7nad wrote on January 31, 2023 at 3:09 PM

"Issues" such as? Frankly, at 60k miles, you're most likely just running into normal "wear" items that will periodically need to be replaced on any car (brakes, shocks, tires, etc.).

That said: You make plenty, so if you want a new truck then go for it. It's just not the best practice to have a car payment in perpetuity.

10000needlescactus OP t1_j6na24u wrote on January 31, 2023 at 3:25 PM

so last time a rock hit the windshield and put a crack in it, then a tail light got hit by who knows what so I had to spend $500 to fix it. Today was driving down the road and my truck was stuck in limp mode and I couldn't go over 30MPH. Im worried that more and more issues will come and truck will turn into a money pit and at the same time it will keep devaluing and I wont actually get another 32k offer on it.

I see your point though, and I try to avoid car payments but was wondering if at this point is best to take advantage of the high trade in value. Tires should also be due soon and I'm sure at the next oil change the dealer will ask to replace air vent filters and other things like transmission oil etc

Liquidretro t1_j6ndnds wrote on January 31, 2023 at 3:48 PM

Get it diagnosed and see what's wrong first. This could be simple and unrelated (like bad gas, or a gas cap that isn't properly attached). A rock chip on a windshield (Insurance should cover this) and broken taillight are a poor ways to try and justify a new truck. It's not a design flaw it's a thing that happens when you drive them. If you want to save money you can do your own air filters easily with videos on youtube, but I suspect at your income your time may be worth it to pay someone else to do this stuff unless you enjoy it.

If reliability was your primary concern I'm not sure I would pick a GM or Ford product myself, but that's a topic for another thread.

10000needlescactus OP t1_j6nfhi8 wrote on January 31, 2023 at 3:59 PM

Thank you for your comment. My other vehicle is a subaru which I enjoy driving much more, but the deal I got on the GMC when I purchased it was right for my budget then. I'm kind of stuck keeping a pick up truck as my work vehicle because I need the load capacity and hear much of the same from all trucks (gmc this chevy that ram transmissions this etc) so I know servicing will be a thing always. And yea I hear you regarding the windshield chipping I just omitted that when I got the quote of 32k for trade in that hadn't happened so if I wait longer I will get less.

For now I will take it in and see if there is a recall regarding the limp mode that I may be able to fix for free.

Liquidretro t1_j6nhxbq wrote on January 31, 2023 at 4:15 PM

Just get the car diagnosed and go from there. Anything more is speculation as it's clear this isn't your area of expertise. Also remember that if it's not a warranty or recall item there isn't a lot of reason to go to the dealer for a car that's out of warranty in many cases. The LS engine has been around forever, lots of independent mechanics can work on it.

If reliability is your concern I would be looking at a Tundra if you could find one and need full size but that's a personal opinion.

10000needlescactus OP t1_j6njbq2 wrote on January 31, 2023 at 4:24 PM

Thank you, unfortunately if I were to upgrade the truck it would have to be a 2500 or 250 because of payload capacity which is something I have been lacking. Its the only reason why I havent considered Toyota. And its also the only reason why it's 52k+. (It would also be the basic 4wd model diesel) so no bells or whistles.

Will ask about the warranty and recall thing