Oh no! (Yet another tow vehicle thread)
02-05-2007, 10:15 PM
#61
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Originally Posted by BostonDMD
Z-man, why not a Cayenne S titanium edition?
It is quick, it is stylish and it is all in the same (porsche) family......
Anyway, that is why I bought mine....
It is quick, it is stylish and it is all in the same (porsche) family......
Anyway, that is why I bought mine....
-Z
02-06-2007, 02:47 PM
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Test drove a Ford Sport Trac on my lunch hour. Some thoughts:
- Definately roomier and more comfortable than the Dakota. Head room is not an issue with the Ford, while the Dakota was awfully tight (At 6'2", it is a concern) And the Sport Trac certainly doesn't ride like a dump truck, like Larry's and Jupeman's rides!
- More car-like feel, but I think the Ford sits a little higher than the Dakota, so it did have a slightly more top-heavy feel.
- Fit and finish seem better in the Ford vs. the Dodge. Again, the Ford is based on an SUV, while the Dodge is essentially a pickup truck, so this isn't surprising.
- I test drove the V6, which had plenty of power sans trailer, but will definatley opt for the V8, if the final choice is the Ford.
- I do like the styling better than the Dakota, and I like it better than the traditional Ford Explorer SUV - the Sport Trac looks more purposeful in my eyes.
Need to get the wifey to check it out, and I should check out the Toyota 4Runner/Tacoma as well.
Thanks for all the input, folks.
-Z
- Definately roomier and more comfortable than the Dakota. Head room is not an issue with the Ford, while the Dakota was awfully tight (At 6'2", it is a concern) And the Sport Trac certainly doesn't ride like a dump truck, like Larry's and Jupeman's rides!
- More car-like feel, but I think the Ford sits a little higher than the Dakota, so it did have a slightly more top-heavy feel.
- Fit and finish seem better in the Ford vs. the Dodge. Again, the Ford is based on an SUV, while the Dodge is essentially a pickup truck, so this isn't surprising.
- I test drove the V6, which had plenty of power sans trailer, but will definatley opt for the V8, if the final choice is the Ford.
- I do like the styling better than the Dakota, and I like it better than the traditional Ford Explorer SUV - the Sport Trac looks more purposeful in my eyes.
Need to get the wifey to check it out, and I should check out the Toyota 4Runner/Tacoma as well.
Thanks for all the input, folks.
-Z
02-06-2007, 09:24 PM
#68
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Z-,
Why not a certified Tundra-Xtra Cab?
ps, I'll write that article that IOU! Outsider's guide to NNJR DE survival. I'll be on my best behavior to avoid the dreaded BFL.
Alan
Why not a certified Tundra-Xtra Cab?
ps, I'll write that article that IOU! Outsider's guide to NNJR DE survival.
I'll be on my best behavior to avoid the dreaded BFL.Alan
02-06-2007, 10:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Z-man
Test drove a Ford Sport Trac on my lunch hour. Some thoughts:
- Definately roomier and more comfortable than the Dakota. Head room is not an issue with the Ford, while the Dakota was awfully tight (At 6'2", it is a concern) And the Sport Trac certainly doesn't ride like a dump truck, like Larry's and Jupeman's rides!
- More car-like feel, but I think the Ford sits a little higher than the Dakota, so it did have a slightly more top-heavy feel.
- Fit and finish seem better in the Ford vs. the Dodge. Again, the Ford is based on an SUV, while the Dodge is essentially a pickup truck, so this isn't surprising.
- I test drove the V6, which had plenty of power sans trailer, but will definatley opt for the V8, if the final choice is the Ford.
- I do like the styling better than the Dakota, and I like it better than the traditional Ford Explorer SUV - the Sport Trac looks more purposeful in my eyes.
Need to get the wifey to check it out, and I should check out the Toyota 4Runner/Tacoma as well.
Thanks for all the input, folks.
-Z
- Definately roomier and more comfortable than the Dakota. Head room is not an issue with the Ford, while the Dakota was awfully tight (At 6'2", it is a concern) And the Sport Trac certainly doesn't ride like a dump truck, like Larry's and Jupeman's rides!
- More car-like feel, but I think the Ford sits a little higher than the Dakota, so it did have a slightly more top-heavy feel.
- Fit and finish seem better in the Ford vs. the Dodge. Again, the Ford is based on an SUV, while the Dodge is essentially a pickup truck, so this isn't surprising.
- I test drove the V6, which had plenty of power sans trailer, but will definatley opt for the V8, if the final choice is the Ford.
- I do like the styling better than the Dakota, and I like it better than the traditional Ford Explorer SUV - the Sport Trac looks more purposeful in my eyes.
Need to get the wifey to check it out, and I should check out the Toyota 4Runner/Tacoma as well.
Thanks for all the input, folks.
-Z
02-07-2007, 09:18 AM
#70
Originally Posted by Apex Rex
Just pony-up for one of those nice diesel trucks and forget about all this "compromise" stuff. 
Everyone else is doing it Z! Give in to the peer-pressure...
Everyone else is doing it Z! Give in to the peer-pressure...
02-07-2007, 09:42 AM
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Originally Posted by Mike in NJ
Hey Z - There are few things more fun than driving around in a big diesel pickup truck! Think about it!
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Retired Club Racer & National PCA Instructor
Past Flames:
1994 RS America Club Racer
2004 GT3 Track Car
1984 911 Carrera Club Racer
1974 914/4 2.0 Track Car
CLICK HERE to see some of my ancient racing videos.
02-07-2007, 09:47 AM
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Diesel will be a bit more than $30K, but you can pay now or pay later... Isn't a Sport-Trac a Ford Explorer with an open rear compartment? Not something I personally would want to pull with. I started with a Chevy 1/2 ton 2X and it scared me enough to go out and buy a proper truck...quick.
02-07-2007, 10:09 AM
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Originally Posted by Larry Herman
Plus you get all kinds of respect. I drove mine down to Bumf*ck Virginia, and you would have thought that I pulled up to a DE in an Enzo. Everywhere I parked it I got questions and compliments. It's a different culture out there in a Pick 'em up, especially in a big Diesel.
02-07-2007, 10:18 AM
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Dood, are you 'tarded? It's not a pick 'em up! And get some real tires for those wheel wells. It looks like a guy with skinny legs in baggy shorts.
02-07-2007, 10:23 AM
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Yeah, those are what it came with, complete with a pressure monitoring system. Lots of ground clearance, even though it's only 2WD. But the skinny (245 section) tires are good for fuel economy & in the rain.