Factors To Consider While Browsing Used Trucks For Sale

Finding a used truck for sale can pose a challenge at times. Not only is it a massive financial decision, but you also have to worry about finding the perfect truck for you. With so many different options to choose from, it may be difficult to determine what will be most suitable for you. Fortunately, we at Valencia Auto Center’s Valencia Ram have years of experience in finding the perfect trucks for our customers. For this reason, we have compiled a list below that describes the factors you should consider to refine your truck search, helping you to find the truck of your dreams.

1. Towing Capacity

Towing is one of the most significant reasons for the popularity of used trucks for sale. For this reason, it should be something you consider when searching for a truck, whether you are shopping with Valencia Ram or anywhere else. Ideally, if you have something you need to tow, you should strive to find trucks with towing capacities that match or exceed whatever it is you plan to tow. For example, if you need to tow some heavy equipment or a large camper, you should find a diesel truck with a high towing capacity.

2. Cab Size And Bed Length

While shopping with Valencia Ram or any other truck dealership, you will probably notice many different shapes and sizes of trucks based on different aspects. Some aspects you can choose in terms of size are the cab size and bed length. A larger cab will accommodate more interior cargo and passengers, while a long bed will be able to carry more. You should also note that there is a trade-off between a truck’s cab size and bed length. Hence, a bigger cab means a shorter bed and vice versa. With this being said, you should weigh your priorities when choosing between a larger cab or a longer bed on a used truck for sale.

3. Safety

Whether you are seeking a Ram truck for sale or any other truck, safety is likely to be one of your priorities during your search, especially if you have a family. With this being said, most trucks provide incredible safety and crash ratings, given their height and durable designs. Most modern trucks also feature a lot of advanced safety features, and the most common features can be seen listed below:

• Forward Collision Sensors
• Blind-Spot Monitoring
• Rear-Cross Path Detection
• Lane Departure Warning

Fuel economy likely isn’t something you associate with used Ram trucks or any trucks for that matter. Surprisingly though, many truck manufacturers have made leaps and bounds when it comes to fuel economy. In fact, a Ram 1500 for sale equipped with the EcoDiesel V6 features an impressive fuel efficiency of 32 mpg on the highway.

5. Trim Levels

Suppose you visit a Ram dealership near you to browse some trucks. While there, you will probably notice that each model of Ram truck has several different styles, which are known as trim levels. Each trim level offers different features and performance upgrades. Therefore, the right truck for you will depend on your needs and wants out of a truck. As an example of what to expect regarding truck trims, we have provided a list below of all trim levels offered by the Ram 1500:

• Tradesman
• Tradesman HFE
• Big Horn
• Laramie
• Rebel
• Limited
• Limited Longhorn
TRX

In conclusion, we at Valencia Auto Center hope that this list helps you to make your truck search less stressful by narrowing things down. If you have any other questions or are interested in test driving a Ram truck, you should contact us at Valencia Auto Center.