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Moving to Oregon, Ridgeline or Diesel ZR2?

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Ingeniero39
Hey guys,

I'm planning to move to Oregon and I was wondering what vehicle to get next. I currently drive a 2018 Canyon CCLB 4x2. My current commute is 64 miles round trip and my new commute will be 90 miles round trip. My question is: should I get the Ridgeline AWD for my work truck and keep the Canyon as my weekend truck. Or should I get the Colorado ZR2 extended cab diesel and keep the Canyon as my work truck? I don't tow or carry a lot in the bed. At max I carry 800 lbs once in a blue moon.
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Sounds like you should keep the Canyon as a working man (or woman) vehicle and get a Prius or maybe an EV for that commute.
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In both of your examples you mention keeping the truck you have and buying an additional vehicle. Is there a reason why commuting in your existing truck isn't an option? Especially given how new it is? From a financial perspective, I don't understand why you're wanting to do this as it makes no sense to me.
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DieselDrax said:
In both of your examples you mention keeping the truck you have and buying an additional vehicle. Is there a reason why commuting in your existing truck isn't an option? Especially given how new it is? From a financial perspective, I don't understand why you're wanting to do this as it makes no sense to me.
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I think I just realized - he wants a 4WD or AWD vehicle.

The costs of registering a 2nd vehicle, insurance on a second vehicle, and storing a second vehicle is the reason I no longer own a Jeep Wrangler.
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CaryBosse said:
I think I just realized - he wants a 4WD or AWD vehicle.
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I was thinking the same, but if that's the case I still don't understand why the OP would want to add the expense of an additional vehicle rather than replace what they have. Makes more sense to have one vehicle that does everything rather than having 2 vehicles of the same type (both pick-ups) and making payments and paying for insurance for both. If they want 4WD/AWD then trade the 2WD truck for it, don't buy a new(er), second 4WD/AWD vehicle and more than double your expenses.
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DieselDrax said:
I was thinking the same, but if that's the case I still don't understand why the OP would want to add the expense of an additional vehicle rather than replace what they have. Makes more sense to have one vehicle that does everything rather than having 2 vehicles of the same type (both pick-ups) and making payments and paying for insurance for both. If they want 4WD/AWD then trade the 2WD truck for it, don't buy a new(er), second 4WD/AWD vehicle and more than double your expenses.
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I like having two pickups, although one is 32 years old and not driven much, so the only real expense is liability insurance. But having the older truck allows me to have a T-cover on the Colorado but still be able to easily haul things like appliances or brush. Both are 4WD though, and moving to Oregon the OP probably needs AWD/4WD. That is more important in places that don't snow much as opposed to those where it snows a lot.
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Goodspike said:
I like having two pickups, although one is 32 years old and not driven much, so the only real expense is liability insurance. But having the older truck allows me to have a T-cover on the Colorado but still be able to easily haul things like appliances or brush. Both are 4WD though, and moving to Oregon the OP probably needs AWD/4WD. That is more important in places that don't snow much as opposed to those where it snows a lot.
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Sure, but admittedly your truck situation is quite different. Imagine you didn't have your old truck and only had your 2019, how would it make sense to keep it and buy another new/new-ish truck as a commuter? Even if you were wanting to buy a new/new-ish second vehicle to commute in for fuel economy reasons and keep your truck it still doesn't make financial sense because you'd never recoup the cost of the vehicle+insurance+maintenance based on better fuel economy. Buying an economical beater for cheap, sure, if you want to keep the miles down on your newer vehicle, but...a second new truck with worse fuel economy just to get AWD/4WD and not even use the existing 2WD truck's equity to offset some of the cost and avoid paying for 2 vehicles that can serve the same purpose? Don't get that one.

Not trying to derail the OP's post, but they're asking for advice...I'm curious what their motivation is as it will help shape the advice given. :D
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Ingeniero39 said:
Hey guys,

I'm planning to move to Oregon and I was wondering what vehicle to get next. I currently drive a 2018 Canyon CCLB 4x2. My current commute is 64 miles round trip and my new commute will be 90 miles round trip. My question is: should I get the Ridgeline AWD for my work truck and keep the Canyon as my weekend truck. Or should I get the Colorado ZR2 extended cab diesel and keep the Canyon as my work truck? I don't tow or carry a lot in the bed. At max I carry 800 lbs once in a blue moon.
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Keep the Canyon as your work truck, because unless your commute takes you through a mountain pass you probably won't even need AWD. With the rare exception of an overwhelming winter ice storm or blizzard, most towns in the PNW do a good job of snow removal/de-icing, and I have known plenty who have gone without AWD and been just fine. Plus, if you buy a diesel ZR2 you can have a weekend toy and backup vehicle with swappable parts.

Also, if you want 2 trucks and bought a Ridgeline, then you would still need to buy another truck. just sayin..
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Test drive the Honda first. I thought the brakes were terrible and the steering numb. When we drove the Colorado the difference was like night-and-day.
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One of the reasons I would like a 4x4/AWD vehicle is to fully enjoy Oregon. From the snow to the forest to the mountains and rivers. I did a trail with my Canyon 4x2 and I did get stuck several times before I didn’t have traction on the front tires. I have gone off-road here in SoCal but just a few fire roads. I still get stuck if there’s too much sand
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DieselDrax said:
Sure, but admittedly your truck situation is quite different. Imagine you didn't have your old truck and only had your 2019, how would it make sense to keep it and buy another new/new-ish truck as a commuter? Even if you were wanting to buy a new/new-ish second vehicle to commute in for fuel economy reasons and keep your truck it still doesn't make financial sense because you'd never recoup the cost of the vehicle+insurance+maintenance based on better fuel economy. Buying an economical beater for cheap, sure, if you want to keep the miles down on your newer vehicle, but...a second new truck with worse fuel economy just to get AWD/4WD and not even use the existing 2WD truck's equity to offset some of the cost and avoid paying for 2 vehicles that can serve the same purpose? Don't get that one.

Not trying to derail the OP's post, but they're asking for advice...I'm curious what their motivation is as it will help shape the advice given. :D
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Well one of the reasons for a second vehicle would be that my wife has a Mustang for her daily drive. She work 18 miles round trip and when we move she would be worth from home.
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Ingeniero39 said:
Well one of the reasons for a second vehicle would be that my wife has a Mustang for her daily drive. She work 18 miles round trip and when we move she would be worth from home.
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Ok, but the new truck would then be a 3rd vehicle, right? I still don’t understand why you would keep your near new truck and buy yet another one instead of trade the 2wd for the 4WD.


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rotaryenginepete said:
Also, if you want 2 trucks and bought a Ridgeline, then you would still need to buy another truck. just sayin..
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Umm, the Honda would tow just as much and haul more than the ZR2 when doing truck stuff...

OP, just trade in your current truck for a new one with 4wd. If you have the means I would go with a Diesel Z71 or AT4 as opposed to the ZR2, unless you plan on going to the extreme off road those other two trucks with the rear locker will get you everywhere you need to go, will cost less and get better mpg with more room for payload which you can find out can run out quickly.

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Amxguy1970 said:
Umm, the Honda would tow just as much and haul more than the ZR2 when doing truck stuff...

OP, just trade in your current truck for a new one with 4wd. If you have the means I would go with a Diesel Z71 or AT4 as opposed to the ZR2, unless you plan on going to the extreme off road those other two trucks with the rear locker will get you everywhere you need to go, will cost less and get better mpg with more room for payload which you can find out can run out quickly.

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Umm, he specifically said "I don't tow or carry a lot in the bed."

The Honda is a crossover with a cute plastic bed. Exceeding the ZR2's neutered payload rating doesn't magically make it a real truck.
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I could write a novel about having multiple cars, but I'll keep it short. You seem to want two stones (trucks) to kill multiple birds, when one 4x4 diesel stone can kill them all. One car payment, one insurance payment, best fuel mileage in the class, off-road capable, safer as a commuter, better resale value.

I vote trade in the 2x4 for a 4x4 diesel and reassess after six months.
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Peak Suspension is selling their well build diesel Colorado for a steal.
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Do you need a truck for work? I'd go with a Subaru Forester or something like that for the daily. Or I'd sell the 4x2 canyon, get a ZR2 and a cheap high mpg commuter.
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Ingeniero39 said:
Hey guys,

I'm planning to move to Oregon and I was wondering what vehicle to get next. I currently drive a 2018 Canyon CCLB 4x2. My current commute is 64 miles round trip and my new commute will be 90 miles round trip. My question is: should I get the Ridgeline AWD for my work truck and keep the Canyon as my weekend truck. Or should I get the Colorado ZR2 extended cab diesel and keep the Canyon as my work truck? I don't tow or carry a lot in the bed. At max I carry 800 lbs once in a blue moon.
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Unless you’re set on buying new. Get a honda economy car like civic under ten grand. Its just a commuter.

Save your $$$ to have outdoor fun in you’re new state. Also.

Who and what is your nearest dealership? Certified used used to be my friend when I had to commute. DRIVE TILL The wheels fall off em. Then junk em or sell to some broke kid.
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DieselDrax said:
Ok, but the new truck would then be a 3rd vehicle, right? I still don’t understand why you would keep your near new truck and buy yet another one instead of trade the 2wd for the 4WD.


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Yes the new truck would be our 3rd car. The Mustang is great and all but trust me, I only like to drive it on highway because of how my wife has the Stang set up. More of a track toy.
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Ingeniero39 said:
Yes the new truck would be our 3rd car. The Mustang is great and all but trust me, I only like to drive it on highway because of how my wife has the Stang set up. More of a track toy.
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Right... so what’s the point of having both a 2WD truck and a 4WD truck? Why are you wanting to keep the 2WD and add the 4WD instead of trade the 2WD for the 4WD? I’m not understanding why you don’t just want one truck that can do everything? If it’s only for commuting and having something capable in the snow then buy a cheap, used Subaru. I’m sure they’re a dime a dozen in Oregon.

But if you really want a 4WD Colorado or AWD Ridgeline then get one, I just don’t know why you’d want to keep the 2WD. Seems like a waste.


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