Best Buy Pickup

Best Buy Pickup Al Montey, Dennison, Minn.: “After owning seven different Ford pickups over the past 28 years, I switched brands and bought a nice used 2023 GMC Sierra Denali Ultimate with under 20K miles. “Before choosing the Denali, I test drove a 2024 Ford King Ranch, a 2023 Dodge Ram, a GMC Sierra AT4, and a 2023 Chevy Silverado High Country. They’re all solid options, especially for those committed to one brand. “The GMC stood out for several reasons, including a quieter cab, better ride, plenty of pulling power, excellent gas mileage, easier controls, better sound system, nicer dash layout, user-friendly tailgate, high-definition backup camera, and improved design of the deployable running boards. “The interior trim and color are more to my liking. The Denali, like the other pickups, offers plenty of storage compartments, comfortable front seats, and flip-up rear seats for extra cargo space. The floor in the back isn’t as flat as Ford’s, but I can deal with this minor inconvenience. “The 20-in. wheels provide plenty of clearance over uneven field roads and pastures on Dakota hunting trips. The high-hood design took some getting used to compared to the Ford’s, but I’ll manage. “With repair costs rising these days, I opted for the extended warranty up to 100,000 miles offered on this GM-certified used vehicle. It’s a big savings if major repairs are needed. “I thought this ultra-clean used Denali with under 20K miles was an excellent buy at $17K less than a new one. Good, clean, low-mileage used pickups are out there if you look long enough.”

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