5 Used Luxury Trucks That Are a Good Investment for Retirees
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Pickup trucks are popular with all age groups, including seniors. Everyone loves the versatility, comfort and dependability a truck provides, but entering a new phase of life deserves a hauler with an extra bit of luxury.
However, luxury comes at a price, and many retirees are on a fixed budget. Pickups take a beating, but they’re durable, and while you can easily find a great truck from 2013 to 2014 for under $15,000, there are many newer, high-end used trucks that are good investments for retirees.
Unlike some car companies that build only premium models, many luxury trucks are produced by popular brands who zhuzh up their trims and costs. Here are five great sophisticated trucks that you can count on to last.
Ram 1500
Calling it “the most luxurious truck ever built,” TopSpeed praised the Ram 1500’s smooth on-road handling and its powerful off-road capabilities. More importantly, a 2020 model has an average used price of $33,924, making it a luxury truck many retirees can afford.
Ford F-150
The Toyota RAV4 dethroned the Ford F-150 as America’s bestselling vehicle in 2024. However, the F-Series still rules truck sales, so there are lots of used F-150s available for retirees to choose from.
A consistent class leader, the 2022 regular cab will run you anywhere from $29,081 to $37,727, per Kelley Blue Book, but you should be able to score a more luxurious higher-trim 3-year-old F-150 for the same reasonable price if you look hard enough.
Toyota Tundra
Toyota isn’t known for its trucks, but the brand has been actively selling pickups in the U.S. since the 1970s. The midsize Tacoma and full-size Tundra are both good options for retirees who are primarily looking for a reliable ride.
Regarding the latter, the TRD Pro Crew Cab four-wheel-drive Tundra has every bell and whistle and is tailor-made for adventure and comfort. Because they’re so durable, you’ll probably pay an average of $40,888 for a 2019 model, per J.D. Power.
Nissan Titan
You should be able to buy a 5-year-old Titan with all available upgrades for an average price of $34,858, per TopSpeed. This includes sought-after trims like the XD or Pro-4X. What you’ll get in performance is a 5.6-liter V-8 engine and nine-speed automatic transmission dishing out 400 horsepower, 413 pound-feet of torque, and a towing capacity of 9,660 pounds.
If you want a simple base Crew or King Cab, Kelley Blue Book puts the price range slightly to significantly lower.
Honda Ridgeline
Honda’s Ridgeline offers the best qualities of a pickup in a package that drives more like an SUV. It’s a great investment for seniors who don’t anticipate any off-roading or towing in their leisure years. According to Ike Honda, earlier models from 2009 to 2012 have a good reputation of reliability. Models from 2018 and later also are valid options.
The 2021 model won a Car and Driver Editor’s Choice award and is an excellent alternative to traditional pickup trucks. Car and Driver puts the MSRP between $37,715 and $45,145.
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