If you’re in the market for a used pickup truck, you know just how useful a good pickup can be, whether you’re towing, hauling, or working on a job. New trucks can be incredibly expensive these days. Fortunately, things are much more affordable on the used market. Whether you need big full-size truck capability or something a bit more moderate, there’s a pickup for you on this list.
Here are 10 of the best used trucks you’ll find for less than $10,000.
1. 2008 Toyota Tundra
The 2008 Toyota Tundra rivals its competitors as a bold, full-size, full-capability truck. Capable of hauling up to a ton and towing up to 10,600 pounds, the Tundra is a serious vehicle, especially when equipped with the optional 381-horsepower 5.7-liter V8. For our money, however, the 4.0-liter V6 is a better fit, combined with the regular cab, long bed, and rear-wheel drive. That’s an excellent, reliable utility truck for those who drive a lot and don’t need to tow or haul huge loads. See used 2008 Toyota Tundra models for sale near you
2. 2008 Ford F-150
As one of the leading pickup trucks since the invention of the pickup truck, the Ford F-150 is a great choice on the used market at just about any price. To reach the sub-$10,000 range, you’ll want to look for 2007-2011 models, with the year mostly depending on that particular truck’s mileage, trim level, and condition. One example is the 2008 Ford F-150 in mid-level XLT trim with the SuperCrew cab, equipped with the optional 5.4-liter V8 engine upgrade. See used 2008 Ford F-150 models for sale near you
3. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
If something a bit more compact would fit your needs just as well as a full-size truck, the 2007 Toyota Tacoma is a great option. This is especially true if recreational off-roading or camping is part of your truck’s to-do list. A wide variety of configurations from the factory are complemented by the Tacoma’s deep aftermarket support. That means you can probably find a Tacoma to suit your particular needs, and if you can’t, you can modify one until it’s perfect. See used 2007 Toyota Tacoma models for sale near you
4. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Just as much a leader of the class as the F-150, the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 offers similarly huge capabilities and excellent used values. For our $10,000 budget, the Silverado 1500 Extended Cab decked out in top-of-the-line LTZ trim is within reach, with features like a 315-horsepower 5.3-liter V8, 12-way heated/powered front seats, leather upholstery details, Bose audio, and more. See used 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 models for sale near you
5. 2009 Ford Ranger
Built just as tough as its full-size counterparts, the 2009 Ford Ranger is capable and versatile but also inexpensive to own and operate. Both 4- and 6-cylinder engines were offered, but on our budget, the high-spec Ranger Sport in SuperCab guise is within reach. It’s fitted with the 207-horsepower 4.0-liter V6 and a limited-slip rear differential. See used 2009 Ford Ranger models for sale near you
6. 2008 GMC Sierra 2500
The 2008 GMC Sierra 2500 may look like a twin to the Silverado — and it is in many ways — but the 2500 in the name indicates this is the 3/4-ton variant. And it has increased towing and payload capacities to match. In this case, that’s up to 13,000 pounds of towing capacity. For our budget, the Sierra 2500 Work Truck trim is likely the best fit. While you’ll give up some creature comforts in the cabin, you gain a massively capable truck for a bargain. See used 2008 GMC Sierra 2500 models for sale near you
7. 2008 Nissan Frontier
The 2008 Nissan Frontier is an honest, capable midsize truck that puts its emphasis on towing, hauling, and off-roading rather than technology and luxury. Our $10,000 budget affords a lot of Frontier, including a crew cab body, the 4.0-liter V6 engine, and the mid-tier SE trim level, with either rear- or 4-wheel drive and a choice of manual or automatic transmission. See used 2008 Nissan Frontier models for sale near you
8. 2007 Honda Ridgeline
For something completely different, the 2007 Honda Ridgeline brings a hefty dose of carlike ride quality and SUV-style seating and comfort to the realm of the midsize pickup truck. It’s still a mega-useful truck, too. Its uniquely flexible bed area even has a trunk. The Ridgeline has up to a 5,000-pound towing capacity and 1,549 pounds of payload capacity. And it’s all backed up by Honda reliability and a 3.5-liter V6 engine. See used 2007 Honda Ridgeline models for sale near you
9. 2009 Dodge Ram 1500
Completing the fearsome foursome at the top of America’s full-size truck game is the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500. These days, Ram trucks are broken out under their own brand. Regardless of the badging, the Ram 1500 is seriously capable, even on a $10,000 budget. For example, the Ram 1500 Extended Cab in the base ST trim is within reach. It brings with it a 4.7-liter V8, air conditioning, rugged vinyl floors, power locks, and 17-inch steel wheels. See used 2009 Dodge Ram models for sale near you
10. 2009 GMC Canyon
The 2009 GMC Canyon is a more sensibly sized pickup that is rugged, capable, and much more efficient than the full-size alternative. For our budget, the mid-tier 2009 Canyon SLT with the extended cab and the 3.7-liter 5-cylinder are likely the sweet spot of value and capability. See used 2009 GMC Canyon models for sale near you
10 Best Used Trucks Under $10,000
- 2008 Toyota Tundra
- 2008 Ford F-150
- 2007 Toyota Tacoma
- 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
- 2009 Ford Ranger
- 2008 GMC Sierra 2500
- 2008 Nissan Frontier
- 2007 Honda Ridgeline
- 2009 Dodge Ram 1500
- 2009 GMC Canyon
