Hi Scotty,
I'm looking for a used truck I can buy outright that can last me to at least 300,000 if not 500,000. I don't tow or haul very much at all, but I want the option, and a way to transport my motorcycle. It would be the large "family pickup" while my wife keeps her Civic. I am looking at a 2006 Honda Ridgeline automatic with 86,000 miles for $10,500, a 2003 Toyota Tundra Access Cab automatic with 121,000 miles for $9,500, and a 2010 F150 V8 Super Crew automatic with 152,000 miles for $7,500. I do plan to look at each for rust (I live in western NY) and get them inspected; all are private party. My #1 priority is long-lasting, without breaking the bank to maintain it. I appreciate any insight you can provide. Thank you.
All the best,
Brian
Which engine is in the F-150
V8 5.4L
The V8 Tundra is a pretty solid truck if everything checks out and has been properly maintained.
All things being equal, IMHO, the Tundra would probably be the lowest cost to maintain.
The Ridgeline is a fine vehicle, but it is timing belt rather than timing chain driven. The Ridgeline would be more appealing if it was slightly newer, because there may be a problem with the earlier versions of the H5 transmission.
The F150 had so many engines. Some are decent, and some are just horrible. I know Scotty isn’t a big fan of Ecoboost engines. And I remember him saying something to avoid the 3 valve Ford engines. So knowing which engine it comes with would be super helpful.
With that said, the Tundra is 20 years old, so there may be some suspension components that might need changing soon. Not a deal breaker, but something to be aware about.
The most information on the Ford engine is V8 5.4L. It is not Ecoboost.
The most information on the Ford engine is V8 5.4L
I just looked up the specific engine, and it is the 3-Valve. Probably best to avoid it, unless you know how and desire to deal with timing chain issues.