ExpressThis13 Posted December 3, 2012 Share Posted December 3, 2012 Ok so over the weekend I drove n got numbers on 2 trucks 2012 ram 1500 quad cab express Monochrome paint 5.7 hemi 4x4 Pw Pl Pm Manual seat No remote start(can be added) 2013 gmc sierra 1500 ext cab sle Almost same color as my ss I had 5.3 Z71 4x4 Pw Pl Pm Ps (drivers) No remote start sent from tapatalk using my thumb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Kingsford Posted December 3, 2012 Share Posted December 3, 2012 RAM all the way. I regret buying my Chevy mainly because of the dealership but it's had a hand full of problems and GMC/CHevy just isn't the quality it used to be. Ram's on the other hand have major plusses. I mean it developed into its own Brand. Dodge still makes it but that quality, demand, and appearance pushed it to where it is today. They last forever. I've had my Chevy for a little over a year and I can't wait to get rid of it. Nothing but problems. I've heard the exact same about similar GMC models to mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marylander Posted December 3, 2012 Share Posted December 3, 2012 I'd go GM hands down, but if you don't need it right away I'd wait a month or so and see what the next generation of GM trucks offers. It might be worth the wait, and/or there may be some very good incentives to blow out the last of the 2013s when the new one comes out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chewy Posted December 3, 2012 Share Posted December 3, 2012 I've been looking at the same lately and with the new GM trucks coming out, I think I'd go RAM. I was looking at the Quad cab sport with air ride and 4x4. I recommend you get one with a locking rear diff. I don't regret that one on my current truck. I'm thinking, get new truck, sell old truck and motorcycles and buy current G8 and keep. I'd buy Ram. That decision may change come summer, but right now, the options on the RAM are better IMO. This isn't a Sport, but I built it earlier to see what cost we're looking at. I like the painted front end, but they DO NOT like the highway which is my main mode of transport. They get all beat up over time. Still, I'm leaning towards the Sport which is painted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExpressThis13 Posted December 3, 2012 Author Share Posted December 3, 2012 The ram does have a locking rear diff sent from tapatalk using my thumb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chewy Posted December 3, 2012 Share Posted December 3, 2012 (edited) Sport 4x4 with air ride... Dang thing is 46,000 dollars!! Which one did you prefer Eric? 2013 RAM or go home. 2012 was portly... They cut a BUNCH of weight on the 2013. Edited December 3, 2012 by Chewy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExpressThis13 Posted December 3, 2012 Author Share Posted December 3, 2012 I'm paying about 15k less for the 2012 sent from tapatalk using my thumb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chewy Posted December 3, 2012 Share Posted December 3, 2012 I'm paying about 15k less for the 2012 sent from tapatalk using my thumb That makes up for it then! I'm the kind of guy that wants the newest thing so that'd keep me out of the GM right now. You can't go wrong either way IMO. I would highly suggest you go with a lighter color on the Ram, but that's ultimately your decision. I'm over black now. It's white or silver for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
11chevz71 Posted December 3, 2012 Share Posted December 3, 2012 I personally have always went with Chevy because of price, dependability, and gas mileage. Dodge has came a long way in the last couple of years and i in no means hate their truck i like it alot to be honest. But I have always went for price and dependability over glitz and glamour which the majority of americans flock towards. I do this because i dont want to pay for it. I have ran chevys for years and have own 4 silverado with no major problem (Engine/Trans etc.). I cannot atest for the Dodge only for when i have driven them at my current job. The choice is yours and yours alone but i think the dodge will cost you more in the long run. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris@Adams Posted December 3, 2012 Share Posted December 3, 2012 I like my 2011 Ram Sport, the Hemi runs great! This is my 4th new Dodge truck. That being said GM makes a great truck as well. What do you like the looks of better? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team Adam's Posted December 3, 2012 Share Posted December 3, 2012 Thats a tough call... really you could even throw the F150 into this discussion. I think Ford, GM, and Dodge are doing great things with their trucks right now. I'm GM loyal (obviously) and I absolutely love my 2012 Z71, easily the best truck I've owned... but I've ridden in/driven both the new dodge and ford trucks and couldn't find a whole lot to complain about with either of them. I will say that the aftermarket support for GM trucks is much higher, not that there is limited choices for the others, its just with the LS/LQ engines in these trucks should you choose to mod theres a lot more options. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whiterp199 Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 I have that exact same Sierra just in a different color. I love it and get 20+ MPG on the highway. I have seen 23 on the hour long drive to one of our offices if I behave and stay around 65. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bamablueoval Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 The new Ram's are pretty sharp! I would heavily consider them if I was truck shopping tomorrow even though all I've ever had is GM and Ford with a 2012 FX4 being my current ride. Hands down nicest truck Ive ever owned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenneth Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 'Nuff said. Seriously I love my RAM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExpressThis13 Posted December 4, 2012 Author Share Posted December 4, 2012 ^^^ I like that! Thats a nice truck man I wouldnt do that though personally. My plans for the doge would be: Smoked headlight armor for headlights and foglights Smoked tails n 3rd 30% tinted windows Intake either airaid or mopar mufflex DOD14 or 18 Weathertech mats when tires wear out I would put some terra grapplers or zeon ltz on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExpressThis13 Posted December 4, 2012 Author Share Posted December 4, 2012 im more leaning towards that ram just because of something different. Hell GM has made the same truck for 6 years now and the GMC I drove was exactly like mine on the inside expect dark interior while mine is a lightish gray/tan same motor the only thing different besdies Chevy to GMC was the 6 speed and 4x4 and of course the color. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chewy Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 im more leaning towards that ram just because of something different. Hell GM has made the same truck for 6 years now and the GMC I drove was exactly like mine on the inside expect dark interior while mine is a lightish gray/tan same motor the only thing different besdies Chevy to GMC was the 6 speed and 4x4 and of course the color. Agreed! Although, if you wait... BAM new GM trucks. I really love the Ford powertrain packages, but the truck itself is too boxy for me. We have probably 15 of them in our fleet and they've been VERY reliable and kept their resale as well. The RAM resale is what scares me. GM resale is HUGE. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
69supersport396 Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 I like the looks of the Ram over GM's truck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExpressThis13 Posted December 4, 2012 Author Share Posted December 4, 2012 thats what the salesman for the GMC was talking about the resale of Ram VS GM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chewy Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 Hey Eric, Just FYI the 8 speed will be available on the January built Ram 1500's. I think you'll be doing yourself a HUGE disservice by ordering one with the 6 speed. Not to mention the MPG differences between the two. I think I am going to get the Ram and then buy the G8 to keep and sell my '98 F150 4x4 which is MINT. If you know anyone wanting a well maintained standard cab 4x4 let me know. Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Awesome Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 RAM all the way. I regret buying my Chevy mainly because of the dealership but it's had a hand full of problems and GMC/CHevy just isn't the quality it used to be. Ram's on the other hand have major plusses. I mean it developed into its own Brand. Dodge still makes it but that quality, demand, and appearance pushed it to where it is today. They last forever. I've had my Chevy for a little over a year and I can't wait to get rid of it. Nothing but problems. I've heard the exact same about similar GMC models to mine. Im sorry if this comes off s rude because i dont mean for it to be, but you have a colorado . that truck was made by isuzu and it is a POS in my opinion. The sierra/silverados are worlds better than colorados. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pureshine Posted December 5, 2012 Share Posted December 5, 2012 Nether get a ford better than both put together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tony97gt Posted December 5, 2012 Share Posted December 5, 2012 Nether get a ford better than both put together. What he said. Powerstroke turbo diesel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Z71_Denali Posted December 5, 2012 Share Posted December 5, 2012 in exactly 1 week the new GM truck design will be revealed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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