Looking at a MAZDA B4000

[colby450xc]

My f-150 got totalled the other day and I just got the check from insurance for it. Now I am looking at trucks and I think i found the one I want. Its only a 3 hour drive and has all of the options I want. Along with the options it is priced half the cost of retail. Only thing I really wonder about is if this is very many miles for the truck. its a 97 and has 173k on it. But I guess as long as it doesn't burn or gush oil or have a leaking head gasket it might be a good buy. Lemme know what you think. I rather it be a ranger but it doesnt really make a difference anyway.

http://springfield.craigslist.org/cto/1849816277.html

 

[-Nathan-]

Mine has 213 000 miles, runs like a top. Dont let mileage scare you, as long as it was well maintained.

 

[colby450xc]

Im not really too worried about the mileage I guess. Just sucks driving 3 hours for a truck when I am not absolutely sure what it is going to look like and run when I get there. I had a 93 4.0 ranger that ran like a raped ape when I sold it with 130k on it. Im very fond of the TTB suspension, otherwise I may look at newer ones......But never a Chevy, or Dodge. I would get a Tacoma but holy shit do they cost too much for even mid to late 80's 4x4. I know theyre reliable but I can't and would not swing $4k for a 20 year old mini truck.

 

[-Nathan-]

get lots of pictures....LOTS. I traveled 8 hours to get my truck, then drove it back home. I say do it.

 

[strvger]

talk to him on the phone, get more pics if possible, then do the drive. nice looking truck for sure and he doesn't say the price is firm. for $2k looks like a decent 4x4 and he might come down to that. keep us posted.

 

[colby450xc]

Talked to him today at noon and it is sold now. Shit

 

[strvger]

you know the good ones as they always go so damned fast! keep looking and you'll find another good one i'm sure.