When i was looking for a truck i had 2 choices. A 2002 Chevrolet S10 Extended cab automatc 4.3 V6 with 115,000 on it and my other choice was a 1999 Ford Ranger regular cab automatic 3.0 V6 with 159,500 on it. They both were in the price range of $3500-4000. I went with the ranger because i knew the ranger was better built and the 3.0 vulcan is a very reliable engine. I do not regret buying the ranger and i am real happy with it. Although the Vulcan is considered underpowered at 155 hp compared the the competition, the Vulcan will get up, fly and soar when you need it to. Then ranger is indeed a good companion to venture with. I love driving my truck and i love my ranger i hate will hate to see it go, but if thats what it takes for the survival of ford motor company, then so be it.