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Originally Posted by highthief
You can probably pick up a decent van for less than you'd pay for a decent pick up, IMO. Pick ups retain their value pretty well and are thus more expensive when bought used.
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I remember reading a few years ago that any pickup that was running, no matter how old or battered, could be sold for $1500 unless there was some serious known defect. I did some checking in different markets, and that was correct. No pickup sold for less anywhere, no matter how old or high-mileage or how poor the area.
And the bottom line's probably higher now; and in California especially, there is a _lot_ of competition for cheap pickups. From trademen like you who are starting out, from farm workers, and more. And a lot end up heading to Mexico, because old trucks can be bought more cheaply here than there.
So, the van idea might be a good one. Compare prices and see. Of course, if you wanted to go as cheap as possible, buy an old clapped-out minivan and rip out the carpet and rear seats.