Which model/options would you buy now for best resale value in 5 years?

[JohnUSA]

I'm guessing the numbers sold would be a guide, but I don't know how to find that info.

Are there more Hemi models sold?

Or, do Cummins lead the sales numbers? Or the V-6?

I think short beds lead over long beds, simply because I don't see many long beds on the road.

I'm guessing that 1500 would lead over 2500, which would lead over 3500.

Thanks.

 

[LouM]

none

 

[mdifilippo]

I think this is also going to have to do with the area you're in. For northerners 4x4 over 2x4. The short bed vs long bed is interesting and I'd be curious if one actually does up the resell value over the other. I know around me I've never seen a quad cab with a short bed but I almost only see crews with short (and I INSISTED on a crew with a full) Remember, in the 1500's short bed is 5'7 long bed is 6'4. Pretty sure hemi is going to outweigh your cummins and V6. Everyone doesn't need a cummins and if you don't need a cummins I can't imagine many are willing to go fork over the extra money.

1500 VS 2500 VS 3500 I think 1500 is going to always be the most popular "consumer" grade truck. Once you start getting into more remote areas, and more areas where the trucks are work trucks 2500 and 3500 are going to win.

So the long and the short of it. I think if you want best resale value you have to go for the "popular options" and ones that will age well. Good interior, good entertainment system, tow package. A tradesman is going to be a dime a dozen because they are your "hot deals" when it comes to leases. A Limited or a Longhorn is going to be a better used vehicle most likely.

 

[JohnUSA]

Good thoughts, thanks.

 

[PoMansRam]

To me, resale is relative to what you paid for the truck when new. You loose the standard big hit the first year, maybe ~12%, then that % of depreciation decreases a bit as the years tick by.

As kind of an example, 2yr/old Ram 1500 Big Horn 4x4, hemi, CC with mileage under 20K miles retail for about $33K in my area. They were typically 2yr/24K lease returns. After rebates and all, they probably sold new for $40K if they weren't leased.

It's pretty much all retail numbers in the pickup truck market. I don't know anyone who throws a 2yr old pickup on their front lawn for sale since most of us have 60-84mo loans on the darn things. If it's not that it's a balloon or lease. :O

 

[Firebird]

In my area, 2500 and 3500's seem to have the best resale by far.

 

[Jvander]

Lease residuals will be a good guage.

Mine is well loaded Laramie. Final "selling" price after discounts was $60k. Residual value in 3 years is $37k.

I think the sweet spot for minimal ownership costs is to buy a 3 year old lease return and keep it for another 3 years.

 

[Raylan Givens]

I would say it depends on the area.

Right now, it seems that blacked out (less chrome), with a lift/level and 35+ tires will have the best resale, especially if it is a 2500 with a Cummins.

In general, I find that having a more luxurious truck does not always help you keep resale.

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[JohnUSA]

I must replace it after five years, so I want to be mindful of that "sweet spot" of features that will enhance the value and quick resale.
I'm leaning towards the Power Wagon, with an eyeball towards the Sand Edition.
It should have less than 60k miles when sell time comes around, and I don't offroad. So, I'm thinking that would (maybe) position it to stand out a little more in the used RAM field at that time.

 

[Tray Burge]

Best return in five years?
Ford GT-40

 

[mtnrider]

Best return on $ for the vehicles you listed is going to be bone stock 2500/3500 4x4 Cummins by far. Just go price a 5 year old cummins and you'll see what I am talking about.


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[aramos3]

1500 Ram R/T's. Single cab short bed V8's seem to always demand more money a few generations. But then again I may be biased since I only buy single cab short bed trucks

 

[Elkman]

If you check the used truck market what you find for used 2014 model year trucks is likely to hold true for a truck bought new in 2019. But also check KBB for the value of various "extras" by comparing the cost to get them with a new truck as compared to what it does to the resale value of the vehicle. I would expect a higher percentage return on a larger fuel tank or a tow package than with air cooled seats or built-in navigation or a power rear cab window.

Any vehicle I buy is going to be driven for at least 10 years and so depreciation is much less a concern than the expected maintenance and repair costs over that period.

 

[PoMansRam]

I guess I don't understand the claims of one Ram model/style commanding more $ in ~5yrs than another. IMO, ballpark is the truck in 5yrs is going to loose about ~30% of what it cost when new. Doesn't matter if you paid $65K or $35K.

 

[troutspinner]

Part of my research when buying a new vehicle is using KBB to price a 5 year old vehicle configured similarly. Go do this with several trims, say on a 2014 and you’ll get a great understanding of what to expect.