The Truth About Modern Trucks Today: WHY Your Truck Sucks

[@TheCarGuyOnline]

I think the frustration you see in the comments is that folks are upset that most vehicles are targeted to the upper middle class now, not necessarily the middle class, and when middle class folks reach for these vehicles and have problems, they scream much much louder. In addition to that, many middle class folks just won't or can't afford them at prices now, and paying $40k for a used vehicle almost out of warranty is a terrible idea. Going from more reliable to less reliable vehicles and charging much more for it upsets people, rightfully so. I for one don't think you should need to buy an extra warranty for a new vehicle or slightly used vehicle, especially when the used vehicles cost as much as the new used to. Prices probably won't dip to what they were 5 years ago but, they are dropping. Time will tell how long the charade can continue. You are correct...shiny/new/tech and people have no idea what's under the cheap aluminum.

[@Jason-Samko]

Great thoughts and great points. But very frustrating for those that buy a new truck and go to youtube to learn about it and all the hear is junk, garbage, it sucks etc. And it is a shame we need to out extended warranties on new trucks today. But with all these problems and the astronomical costs I feel it's the safest bet. And of course they are raising those prices of the warranties now too! Just can't win😂

[@itsallminor6133]

@@TheCarGuyOnline I'm still happy with the last few years. Before the government stuff kicked in we had the manufacturers really step up to the plate with some high horsepower, retro like, great specialty vehicles. I'm not saying the prices were good. But the manufacturers did give a last "hoorah" of some extremely powerful vehicles. Just the chargers lined up at Dodge. Various editions. Ford the same. The Corvette revamped. I'm suspecting because of the coming regulations? But for a moment, it looked like the companies pulled from their roots for one last big party.

[@Mach141]

You know nothing. Don’t listen to this man.

[@arthurhudgens8213]

True so true a guy or guy can't buy a new simple work truck because...they just don't make them anymore.

[@Alex-wn9dn]

💯/ the prices are out of control as manufacturers are playing the margins game over quality and access... That is “the reality of this stuff”.

[@WULFMA5TER]

You are correct. Cell phones, Tvs, refrigerators, washers, dryers, etc. Nothing will last over 7 years anymore

[@koolxxxyear]

Jason is 99% right on. He is one who tells the truth. One of the best , honest man. But the younger Gens won’t listen or understand!

[@Jason-Samko]

Thank you

[@kensai77]

Good wake up call. I think I'm gonna keep my "old" 2020 Nissan Frontier.

[@kensai77]

@jeanclaude7018 so far one minor recall (parking pawl) and no issues. I wanted an analog dash and Bluetooth connectivity and that's the most tech I need. It still has a CD player too lol.

[@Scroll_Lock]

I'm keeping my 2024 Frontier for 8 more years. Then I'm giving it to my son. When my son is ready to buy something newer I'm taking it back and giving it to a nephew, and so on and so forth. There is no reason to ever let it leave the family.

[@gk5891]

1965 F250 4x2 240 I-6 w/ TL 3-Spd Man Dana 60 4.56 Axle (Std Ratio). No options (No Heater, No Radio, No Seat Belts, One Speed Wipers). Trucks started down the slippery slope when they made the engine coolant cab heater standard (especially the one with in cab controls). If you want a car, buy one.

[@koolxxxyear]

I have a 1993 GMC 2500. Only power door lock & windows. Everything including 4wd transfer case are manual. Was new at under $20,000. Out the door. Still rides like a car, no squeaks, no oil leak, doesn’t burn oil and trans shifts fine. Original engine & transmission too.

[@rivan2526]

How many miles?

[@koolxxxyear]

@@rivan2526 about 37,000 miles. Oh. It does have radio & cassette player and A/C. Cruise. All Standard equipment

[@tacomafan5186]

Maybe new trucks suck, but my 2019 Tacoma at 112,000 miles has been rock solid!

[@mm2024-7]

You answered your own statement. Yes your truck is not new and I’m sure it’s a good ride. I own a 2008 Tundra RCSB. Would never get rid of it.

[@bobcook8576]

2015 SLT Sierra crew 4x4 Z71 140k miles paid off. It sucks so much. It's not for sale. Never. Yeah, it's got cooties. A trans rebuild is 4k, and a used engine is about the same. Vehicle value is a strong $20 k. Cost to replace the truck $70k. keep on rolling.

[@bricks-mortar]

Vehicles are made so only dealership can repair them. Keep people spending at dealership, after purchase.

[@Jay-nc7vk]

Yep, guess that's the new era of auto mechanics...

[@utube358]

Not nissan frontier

[@Jay-nc7vk]

You are so spot on. What cracks me up is when one model has an issue (in limited lots in some cases), then all of them in that model are junk as most armchair warriors point out on social media. Everyone is a hater expert when they comment behind the keyboard. Love this video! You are so correct! You got a hit, like, and subscribe from me! I bought a 2024 Tacoma Off-Road this year. Only financed $31,000 out of the door for it with the upgrade package to boot. How? I save my money, pay off my trade-ins earlier, and realize vehicles depreciate when you pull off the lot. My point? All vehicles when up in price so get over it. If you can't afford it, simply, look at it. Plan ahead and keep your money within your budget instead of living in the moment of high debt like most impulse buyers do. I love the 2024 Tacoma compared to my 2018 Tacoma Gen 3. Bigger engines are being phased out due to greenhouse gas laws via emissions passed by the government. Yep, get over it. It's the new trend.

[@Jay-nc7vk]

@jeanclaude7018 Thank you for the reply.

[@michaelallen2221]

Love our new 23 tacoma off road. Best vehicle i ever bought and ive had a few. Hate turbos. Theres just no need, unless your only doing highway driving. Or have a diesel.

[@Jason-Samko]

@Jay-nc7vk agree with all points you made. Congratulations on your new truck

[@Jay-nc7vk]

@@Jason-Samko Thank you, sir

[@ExactAeration]

Older Toyotas for the win 🏆 2000 Toyota Tacoma, 1995 T100 and a 1985 Toyota extra cab 4x4.

[@raymond_sycamore]

My truck is a 1995 F250 7.3L. It does not suck.

[@h3rmzi]

he said you would say that about your own truck ... haha

[@Eyez85]

@@h3rmziif he has a vehicle knocking on 30 years old and paid for for 25 or more it doesn’t suck.

[@Jason-Samko]

@@h3rmzi 🤣🤣

[@itsallminor6133]

@@raymond_sycamore the 7.3 was a dependable engine. Has quite the following. Considered one of the best ever

[@sws5833]

I have a 95 f150 and its the best and last vehicle I will ever own, Top it off its paid for. The OBS is a great truck

[@davion0013]

The frontier was left off of the list of trucks with engineer replacements😅. Legend

[@RoadHouseeee]

Love how blunt and honest you are. A lot of consumers are living in the past when it comes to prices and powertrains.

[@Jason-Samko]

Agree. Thats why I made the video. The old days are gone. Wish they were not. But its a whole new world and lots of issues to deal with. I wanted to help people make the best choices and protect themselves.

[@ToyotaJim1]

My 2024 Tacoma is awesome. 26 mpg on highway. 21 around town. Fits in the garage.

[@Jason-Samko]

Perfect

[@ch421249]

And sucks

[@castandblast1852]

I think many people buy out of want and not need. These same people don’t buy trucks to do truck things. So many people want an image but don’t live that lifestyle. As a Kansas hunter I see so many people I know with a truck rig that looks like they hunt and fish, but I know they never spent 1 day in the woods.

[@Jason-Samko]

I see that more and more too. Overlanding rigs that have never seen dirt

[@falcorzed]

That’s seems to be the majority of people. Especially with full sized trucks.

[@puncht37]

Billy Joe Badass.

[@bobjeep748]

I own a 2019 Frontier and it does not suck.

[@itsallminor6133]

Good call

[@MAC-x3b]

I’m so glad that someone has the guts to call it like it is. I have a 2022 Ford F150 Crew 4 by4 XLT 2.7 302a special order truck with 33,000 miles. Two recalls taken care of in my driveway. 21 MPG average. Could not be happier, had a Chevy and GMC and this truck is superior in every way. I understand people’s frustration with prices and poor quality but I just have not had the same experience. People need to stop complaining, the only thing manufacturers understand is when you stop buying, so don’t buy for a year or two if you can. Forget about what the MSRP stickers say, what is important is what the out the door price is in the end. You need to find the best price and fit it to the best possible vehicle, and you have to be flexible with brand choice, if you are stuck on a brand you will pay more. Get out of your comfort zone and buy outside your state. I bring cars and trucks from 1,600 miles away. Yes shipping is a pain but if it means I save six or eight thousand dollars then it’s worth it. Price are not going to go down that’s just a fact, but incentives will continue to go higher and higher, that’s just the reality we live in.

[@Jay-nc7vk]

Yep, well said...

[@Jason-Samko]

@@MAC-x3b well said and agree 100% glad you are loving your truck

[@shannoncasper8670]

I agree with you. They all have good and bad. If it's your money, figure out what you you want and be happy.

[@Jason-Samko]

@@shannoncasper8670 exactly

[@xiondFirst]

All the manufacturers get them from the same suppliers and they get the materials from the same suppliers. People gotta get in touch with reality like you said.

[@Jason-Samko]

Suppliers are a huge problem today.

[@whales302]

Totally agree with you, the system is designed to keep you buying. I'm leasing a 2024 F-150, after 3 years I'll flip it for another one and just keep paying an auto loan, but I won't be driving anything past warranty. My 2014 Sierra made it to 181,000kms, but it needed a new trans, the 5.3 was using oil bad, and the front diff was shot to hell. I got 10 years I guess I should consider myself lucky.

[@Whiskeybende]

I think the issue is everyone buys a truck for a different personal reason. Some need towing capabilities, some need off road capabilities and some just need a commuter. So it's difficult to find everyman's truck. I personally had a 2017 Tundra TRD Pro and hated it. I hated that it had no posi when Toyota claimed it had a "automatic locking differential" in the rear and that was not true. It had open front and rear differentials. I previously owned a Duramax so I was used to the towing power and a locker in the rear. So I finally got back into another Duramax with the 6 speed and I'm back at home again. I get better mpg, better towing and a locker again and I will be the first to say "it sucks off road." It's so heavy that it sinks in the mud. However, I don't need to go mudding. I do need to pull heavy loads and I do need the locker for the winter time. So I have a truck that "sucks" for off road but I have my towing rig and I have 250k miles on it and it runs great! No emissions is the reason. I'm afraid of the new trucks.

[@Chubbydippin]

You're spot on Jason. Everyone has an opinion. And everyone's opinions are "obviously" better and more "correct" than everyone else's opinions. We're so fractured and divided in this country. Even saying something "sucks" is ridiculous. "That truck sucks." Sucks what? Sucks gas? Sucks ass? If you don't like something and want to express that, say or type why you don't like that something. Just saying something sucks is weak and straight out of a politician's blame game playbook. It's similar to that age old non specific, "no you can't go to your friends house tonight." "Why?" "BECAUSE I SAID SO!!"

[@Jason-Samko]

😂😂😂 love it. Spot on

[@mikecallahan3867]

This might be the most common sense truck / car video I've seen in a long time... spot on!

[@Jason-Samko]

Thanks

[@tomw3960]

Samko, your videos never suck, wish we had a guy like you in Germany

[@Jason-Samko]

Thanks

[@paulgordo7505]

A lot of good points in this video. Have a 2007 tacoma 2.7 liter, it meets my needs. Still has rear drum brakes, no electric fan either, but dependability is there!

[@itsallminor6133]

There ya go

[@Jason-Samko]

Excellent truck

[@robertnovak5457]

Some company needs to buck the trend and take the market

[@LamelKendrick]

it will be more akin to tiny homes in property, There are no large tiny homes...but in the auto industry there could be a movement of very cheaply made compact vehicles...it will not at all be available for anyone who wants Truck power. ...But a barebones old-school truck is inevitable at this point. The demand for it will only increase as automobiles become more insufferably complex. I predict that trend within 10 years. I also predict more cuba-like rebuilding and conserving of older vehicles becoming far more common among 30+ year old men.

[@michaelallen2221]

Yep exactly buddy!! Newest tech so ppl can say oh look at this tech. Who cares!!! Give me crank roll up windows. Manual seats etc. Frm what ive read the chevs or g.ms the 8cyl are the most basic vehicles. But jeeze give me basic man!!! Glad we got our 23 tacoma off road. Its still is even to techy for me. Ppl cant drive today and cant drive manual transmissions. Your right abt what ppl are saying man. Dont let ppl get you fired up some of them cld be just trolling you! Great video man!

[@Jason-Samko]

Agree 100%

[@wanted-33]

As my dear old Dad used to say, "The Government could screw up an anvil with a claw hammer". Basically if the Government gets involved everything will turn to shit, i.e. EPA vehicle regulations.

[@Jason-Samko]

Agree

[@rickreid81]

Great video, I agree with it all. The lesson is if you have an older truck in good shape, keep it. If it needs a 5K transmission, fix it. New Vehicles are like washing machines now. (Disposable)

[@Jason-Samko]

@@rickreid81 agree

[@danielc.2042]

I had a 2021 silverado with the 5.3 with lifter issues. Ended up with a 22 2500 Duramax. Been a good one so far

[@BMD2024]

" The days of quality, reliable trucks are gone"...Nailed it!! The whole Automotive industry has left quality, reliability and durability from years past. Still driving an 07' Titan and will until the tires fall off. IMO - it rubs people the wrong way to see a product priced too high for a lesser product. And it's hard for most to accept that we consumers supported it by buying them.

[@Jason-Samko]

Agree

[@Icayn]

Only half true, consumers also supported it by not being more aware and involved with their governments and their anti consumer and citizen agendas. Most folks don’t even know why they are pulling V8s out of everything, they think Toyota Chevy and ford all just simultaneously lost their minds. Truth is that decision was made by some bureaucrat in Europe who thinks the American lifestyle pollutes the earth and weak leadership in Washington ashamed to be American capitulated to this sentiment. Meanwhile the citizens are too busy watching KZbin to get involved and aware enough to know how to vote this crap out. Too late now cuz they know how to steal elections so yeah the days of good trucks that YOU actually want are gone.

[@PocketsandOutlaw]

Yknow one thing worth mentioning is how the internet amplifies EVERYTHING. There have always been cars that have been broken junk on day 1 from every brand. But back in the day you only heard about them from rumors, whereas today it gets blasted online to the world even if it's a one-in-ten-million defect.

[@Jason-Samko]

That is very true and a great point

[@duncdunc76]

Ok ive got mad respect for your quality content! But, youve got to do a vid on how youve bought new vehicles, driven them for 40,000 miles and then made a profit on them when selling them. Honestly, if I could do that, then I would try and buy a new vehicle even though they are super expensive imo. But until you share your strategy, I will continue to buy older super reliable vehicles and drive them till the wheels fall off doing as much of the maintinence and repair needed on the vehicle myself. I do here what your saying and cant argue with the logic. But I am going to hold out on the whole rental economy grift as long as I can. The greedy shady rich, not the Gov imo, have made everything so expensive and sub par in quality compared to the past. And unchecked out of control corperate greed wants you to rent your place to live from them, rent your transportation, rent your way of communicating, rent your entertainment, rent your peice of mind (insurance) and I could go on and on. I mean it is getting pretty rediculious out there lol.

[@Jason-Samko]

@duncdunc76 i have a 5 hour course on how I buy vehicles on my website tbwpodcast.com called "save thousands" course. It's 100 bucks. That is where I teach my method. I wound give it out for free. I don't want everyone doing it or knowing it. That's why I don't even promote or push the course. But it's there for those thst really want to learn.

[@ChuckWagon70]

I have a 2010 Tundra. I only use it now for hauling building/landscaping materials, but it used to be my daily driver for 8 years. I looked at the new Tundras and Tacomas and was shocked at the asking prices. I decided to learn how to fix things myself. I can’t fix everything myself, but I was able to replace a broken front wheel speed sensor for $80 versus the $550 a shop quoted me. KZbin is a great resource for videos on how to do it yourself.

[@Jason-Samko]

Love it. Nothing better than saving money and learning new fix it skills. well done.

[@byroncummings2952]

I'm old school. I like the pre ls,triton and hemi trucks. The small chevy, Ford windsor, and dodge magnum were good engines.

[@Ryan152103]

What about the Frontier? Won't that last 10+ years

[@chrishudson3607]

I hope so, that’s where I spent my money. 2024 king cab s

[@AyaWetts]

Very likely

[@Jay-nc7vk]

Check Scotty Kilmer out in his vids. 2023 Frontier had spot welds missing on frame during assembly at factory.

[@Jason-Samko]

For some it might. For me as a 40k mile a year driver definitely not.

[@OmarLopez-yh2lx]

I bought the same truck 2024 Frontier S 2 + 4 and I love it solid truck lots of power just enough new technology , very happy with it​@@chrishudson3607

[@kb9oak749]

I would love an affordable bare bones truck, problem is companies want huge margins on every truck sold. No money in it.

[@isaiahexile]

The 2024 Nissan Titan seems to me to be exactly the truck everyone is wishing still existed, I might get one.

[@jasonjwise]

You are so spot on I agree with this I just picked up a 2024 GMC Canyon at4 drove it 100 miles check engine light came on and yes, I did take out the extra warranty.

[@Jason-Samko]

That's the norm with all of them today. How it's something simple and they sort it quick

[@topfloorstudio2684]

I was enjoying a paid for vehicle but I ended up needing to haul a big camper so I decided on my new truck. A 2024 Ram 2500 Tradesman that I got $20k off MSRP.....it was an amazing deal. I like the simplicity of the 6.4L hemi & the ZF 8hp transmission. Great vid

[@Jason-Samko]

Outstanding truck and great deal. Well done

[@topfloorstudio2684]

​@Jason-Samko I let them make a little money lol

[@rogerz8051]

Straight to the point. Sad commentary, but absolutely true. I have 150K on my 2006 Honda Ridgeline (NART, "not a real truck") I bought new in '05. Runs like a top with minimal maintenance. It just runs. No rust either. And I really don't care if the cost of repair exceeds the value of the vehicle (about $5K now). It beats the daylights out of getting on the financial treadmill you're talking about. I'm 70 now. My Ridgeline will last as long as I do.

[@Jason-Samko]

@@rogerz8051 perfect

[@cadillac1902]

2004 GMC sierra pick up , runs great , I'm keeping it , I own my truck to haul stuff when i need to . basically thats what trucks are used for

[@JB-uw5yh]

You got it right! The mentality of the new buyer has changed, lots of tech, the trucks perform well and are well appointed, buyers are paying up, and the car companies have capitalized on that.. But will the trucks last? Im sure glad I have my 2000 GMC Sierra 5.3, my 2014 Toyota Tacoma 4cyl manual, and my 5th gen 4runner. All have been very reliable and low cost of ownership, Im good till the day I die..

[@marksullivan8200]

Theres alot of great trucks out there that do different things very well some tow well others get great milage some do great off road some are good for fleet trucks in small midsized full sixe 3/4 ton 1 tons just as Jason says what fits your needs

[@mikes.4136]

You are spot on, Jason. You have a good and healthy perspective and you hit the nail on the head, as it concerns newer vehicles and public perception.

[@Jason-Samko]

Thanks

[@jmyers6175]

Good video, very true. It made me laugh 😂😂

[@Jason-Samko]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@PrepperDawg]

What do you think about the Ford Bronco Sport? I just don't need a bed on frame truck now. I do some light off road, trails. Nothing heavy. Good video, totally agreed. 👍

[@Jason-Samko]

I personally love the bronco sport. I love the design, the capabilities, the deals etc. You can get amazing deals on it right now too. Like 12k off or something. I did a video on it a month or so ago if you search bronco on my channel it will pop up

[@is6566]

It’s not for me because it’s not body on frame as your pointed out but I saw some videos when it first came out showing surprisingly good off road capabilities.

[@PrepperDawg]

@@Jason-Samko thanks i will watch

[@aarongaal8168]

@@PrepperDawg I had a Bronco Sport as a loaner vehicle while my truck was in the shop. I personally won’t buy one. Ride was rougher then my F-250 and it got horrible fuel mileage. For a light, small SUV it gets V8 full size truck mileage.

[@PrepperDawg]

@@aarongaal8168 😳

[@BakeryWizard13]

I recently bought a used 2023 Tacoma with the 2.7L 4cyl. Basically a base model truck but with 4 wheel drive and a couple options. I wanted to get the last year of the 3rd gen.

[@845ToastT]

I have a 2022 tacoma manual with 18k miles that I consider to be one of the last of the more reliable trucks that I plan on keeping forever until it breaks down. There are many out there with 400k miles. If I need a bigger truck in the future, will try to find a nice 7.3 powerstroke. My work truck is an XL f150 3.5 ecoboost 2021 and I am always amazed at how many sensors and warning chimes that will constantly go off, along with all the weird noises and clunks it has. Definitely a new generation truck compared to the Tacoma and I just cant see it going over 150k when I have 58k on it now.

[@Jason-Samko]

Your 22 twco should last a very long time

[@dantribby199]

I wish they still made the 1970 Chevrolet C10. It was before I was born, but it's probably the best looking truck ever made.

[@johnstapler5956]

350 SB

[@karonwells8481]

I agree. Have a 2020 gladiator but also have my wife's inherited 84 c10. Will never let her fet rid of it. Also have a 71 oldsmobile delta 88 royale convertible. And a 2017 jeep patriot. 4 cars in yard all run. 3 paid for. And work from home

[@TheBandit7613]

My F-350 FX4 diesel has been dead nuts reliable. I spent $10,000 having the smog junk removed by a good diesel shop. No smog where I live. Best money I spent.

[@paulradice3534]

My 2018 Silverado WT Reg cab at 142000 has also been Rock Solid

[@Jason-Samko]

@@paulradice3534 perfect

[@BigHouse907]

I drive a 1985 Toyota SR5 Xtracab (like the one in Back To The Future) and it doesn’t suck. 😂😊

[@user-nn8rz3bm7w]

Appreciate your content and humor!

[@Jason-Samko]

@@user-nn8rz3bm7w thanks

[@germanjimenez5968]

Yes, you are right. Every truck brand will have some issues. It's not the issue. In my opinion, it's too pricey.

[@billbob9021]

Excellent rant video, Jason!! 👊🏻

[@tylerproctor4878]

4:56 moral to this whole video. I loved that

[@Jason-Samko]

@tylerproctor4878 glad ypu enjoyed it

[@cptkookd]

Thank you for being honest with this video. You couldn't be more true

[@Jason-Samko]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@evancontos2267]

Well put!!!! Or skip the extended warranty and flip them before it expires and enjoy variety 😂

[@germanjimenez5968]

Well said, Jason. You are absolutely right.

[@KevinSmith-wr1sy]

Love every word. Nobody tells it like it is like Jason.

[@Jason-Samko]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it

[@rockie307]

Modern trucks have gotten better in a sense but just overly complicated unless ordering a base model which still has lots of electronics.

[@anthonym_]

Subbed after hearing you explain how everything sucks. Great intro.

[@Jason-Samko]

Thank you

[@uttamgala7186]

For me, the golden age of vehicles was the mid to late 2010's. Enough tech, up to date safety and new enough to not be rusting without being a straight up computer on wheels.

[@Jason-Samko]

Great times

[@ArchangelMLM]

Great video, the sad truth is hard to swallow but you are absolutely right. The quality on all products now days has fallen from where they once were, everyone is making disposable products…….Quality is no longer job 1 and that is the reality of the world we currently live in.

[@Jason-Samko]

Agree 100

[@Youngmark793]

I have a Mazda B3000 DS 5 speed manual transmission long bed and it is a great truck. I plan to drive it till the wheels fall off.

[@Jason-Samko]

Perfect

[@germanjimenez5968]

Jason, as much as the true hurts, you are absolutely right. 😅. The days of reliability, lower price, and affordability are gone. So, we move on and adapt. 😊

[@Jason-Samko]

Yep we have no other options anymore. We just adapt and do our best

[@kelvinstrickland263]

Truth Brother,All are the same, doesn't matter the Company Doesn't Care About Anything But $$$$$$$$. I don't use most of my Options, Technology, Useless And Expensive To Repair When It Breaks!!

[@Jason-Samko]

Agree 100

[@phillyfathead]

Amen say it again !!vehicle prices are not appreciably gonna go down and most people will have a car payment built into their budget for the rest of their lives run them until it’s not financially feasible start the process all over again!

[@Jason-Samko]

Agree

[@michaelprince77]

If its not overpriced, go for it.

[@logan_howie]

I asked this on another one of your videos but this might be a better video for it… opinions on leasing?

[@Jason-Samko]

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[@Jason-Samko]

Check this video out on leasing vs buying i made

[@dennisgehrke9549]

Love your videos!! I have a 2023 Chevy Colorado ZR2 which I love. I only have 7k miles on it. My question is should I put an extended warranty on it now or wait until the factory warranty is about to expire? Do I just go to the chevy site to get one? Any idea how much it would be? Thanks!!

[@gregjoubert5118]

If he doesn't get to your question he has a whole video on extended warranties and how to shop for them. But, he does mention this in this video. I would say if you plan on keeping it outside of factory warranty yes, get the extended warranty but shop around for best pricing.

[@Jason-Samko]

You will want to do the extended before 12k miles or 1 year. Af6er thst the price goes up. Call gmac directly to see what it costs. Then just to be sure call 5 dealerships in 5 states and ask for quotes. They just need your vin and mileage and purchase date. Pick the one with the best price.

[@mikearbon6196]

Jason, this is one of your better rants you're right on. So now I'm scared to keep my current truck and afraid to buy a new truck. What do I do?

[@Jason-Samko]

I th8nk many people are in that same situation and it sucks! No good answer.

[@zackg5046]

I wish I still had my ‘79 Chevy step side. I could change the plugs or adjust the carb while sitting in the engine bay.

[@Whiskeybende]

Toyota was screwing their techs with the short block replacement program but now they are doing a long block replacement which makes them more admirable now

[@marshallforeman2051]

I have had pretty good luck with 2019 F250 6.2 gas , 6 speed, but they quite making this combo, I guess because of EPA standards

[@mikefalle7910]

Truth talk...you have a new subscriber.

[@Jason-Samko]

@@mikefalle7910 glad you enjoyed it

[@jscott4431]

I have several issues that annoy me about the new truck market. However, the biggest reason is the cost. Both the initial cost and long-term cost. I like to keep my vehicles at least 6-8 years. For me, it's unlikely I'll ever purchase a new truck again. I'll keep my old Tacoma as long as possible.

[@esmoglo]

Purchasing a new 23 gladiator left over in 03/ 2024 I think it’s a nice truck, but unfortunately, the quality has bit me in the ass, my hood’s corroding my door is corroding. My window in the back is coming off/ from the hardtop and my two freedom panels are letting water leak on the head unit. My vehicle looks like a decorated towel monster as I use the towels to soak up the water. Gladiator is tremendously capable and a good truck however, six months of ownership has me thinking this will be a short-lived experience thank God I didn’t pay full price for this thing and got about 20% off otherwise I would be in a bad situation, the corrosion issue is a real thing.

[@kabloosh699]

Sounds like you got a lemon. I've bought 4 new vehicles in my life and have owned them all for at least 5 years each and none of them have developed rust and I live in PA. I've had a Subaru Legacy, Subaru Crosstrek, and 2 Chevrolet Colorados. Also have been around older vehicles like my first car a Dodge Spirit. That thing was over 10 years old and didn't have a ton of rust. I'd be calling up the manufacturer if there is tons of corrosion after a year of ownership.

[@Jason-Samko]

Why not take it in and get this stuff fixed. It's under warranty?

[@esmoglo]

@@Jason-Samko yeah I have it scheduled, but we have a hurricane Milton on the way, so I had to push it back a week. The aluminum corrosion situation is a real Debbie downer on these jeeps and I don’t believe Jeep has a handle on it at all. I’ve come across so many people with the same issue. It’s absolutely astonishing how bad it is. Furthermore, if anyone keeps one of these for a long-term out of warranty corrosion repairs , will cost a fortune

[@esmoglo]

@@kabloosh699 that could very well be, but this Jeep aluminum corrosion situation is an enormous problem, almost every Jeep I see a few years old has corrosion. It’s not an isolated situation.

[@kabloosh699]

@@esmoglo it's a Stellantis product. That is where you messed up.

[@Nothingmuch99]

I got me a 2024 4Runner. It’s the last of good ole reliability. No cylinder deactivation, no auto stop. Bullet proof 5 speed. I love this vehicle. I traded in my 2023 POS 1794 hybrid Tundra for it. 70,000 dollar truck built with fisher price plastic. Made me sick every day I drove it.

[@Jason-Samko]

hard to beat a 5th gen 4 runner

[@Nothingmuch99]

@@Jason-Samko yeah that’s what I was thinking as well. Felt like the thing to do.

[@ricardo340]

09 Silverado went 230K with no issues. Too pricey for a new one and I like the Frontier, so guess what? Hardbody with some incentives and I like it so far.

[@JR-ut1yx]

We love our two gladiators and silverado 😊

[@Jason-Samko]

@@JR-ut1yx great trucks, all 3 of them

[@DUNEATV]

I refuse to buy a vehicle that I can’t fix myself or afford to have a basic mechanic fix. That’s why I bought my 2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 3.6L Auto…VERY simple vehicle and parts will always be available.

[@Jason-Samko]

One of the last couple simple vehicles left. Crazy side not. I hit a mud hole today that was pretty deep and I got stuck in it quick. Tried to back up (in 4 high, traction control off lockers on) and the tires would not even budget or spin. I floored it and rams would not even move. Thought I broke something. Got out and sunk to my knees in peanutbutter mud under the water. Realized the tires were suctioned in. Got back in and out it in 4 low and was able to break tires free and after 10 mins of rocking back and forth climbed out. Never been in a hole so thick it locked the wheels..lol

[@DUNEATV]

@@Jason-Samko OMG! Go give her a bath 🧼 LOL! 🤣

[@mikebilbia3204]

Last gen tundras are blowing head gaskets (see "car care nut")

[@dvader3263]

At least it's blowing and not sucking.

[@johnheigl340]

Well said, there all just polished turds! But boy howdy we line up to get one!

[@ksolius1906]

What are your thoughts on 2024 Chevy Traverse ?

[@Jason-Samko]

honestly know nothing about it other than the standard details. That type of vehicle is just not one that fits the stuff I need. same with the explorers, kias, hundai, etc. They are not suvs I know well.

[@JI814]

The answer is to not buy a truck unless you literally need it.

[@kb9oak749]

Nobody "needs" anything. Ride donkey or a cheap Chinese electric scooter.

[@h3rmzi]

no one needs an electric vehicle either...

[@chrisE815]

I bought a truck because I needed two sheets of plywood once

[@rickyaz8640]

Never got the appeal of an open bed and small inside space beyond the 4 times you need it during the year

[@heismyrefuge1027]

Anyone who owns property understands the need for a truck.

[@zevfima1027]

I think you just convinced me to buy a 24 4Runner

[@Jason-Samko]

One of the last true greats for longevity

[@270eman]

The government won't let us have the small diesel trucks like the hillux or Isuzu D-Max. You are absolutely right. The government and epa created this problem with restrictions like CAFE.

[@Jason-Samko]

Wish we could get those trucks here

[@ojamnitr]

My 05 sierra duramax sucks too, but it’s reliable and paid for lol

[@Jason-Samko]

Perfect

[@Jojo-ni2cg]

Good reality video Jason thanks

[@chrisE815]

I never realized the amount of hostility between brand fanboys exists until I bought my Jeep. Everyone thinks the gladiator is junk because their friend's cousin's Liberty needed a "wiring harness" (ridiculous dealer diagnosis) in 2011. This platform is fucking solid compared to a lot of other new trucks unfortunately. At its root, guys make a giant purchase on their trucks and it sucks to see that truck needing major repairs and the repairs cast doubt in the owner's eyes. Back in the 80s, Ford 300s ran for decades without major repairs. That's what we expect out of a modern truck but it's not reality. Guys don't want to see your truck in the shop needing a 12 grand engine or 8 grand transmission and they are trying to be helpful. Simple and cheap is better, unless you want your heart broken and end up underwater on a loan.

[@FrankCaruso-k6n]

I've owned many trucks and I love the "old school" Nissan Frontier. Just call me "Old Fart". FCC in Arizona

[@Jason-Samko]

agree

[@SansooIan]

Ford F150 STX 4x4 with a V8 doesn't suck, for 50k its a solid choice in this economy

[@karenhughes401]

50 K sick

[@raythemanroe]

They all have their junk and wins, hits and misses. The big thing is that these prices are not reflective to reliability. If you are really worried about reliability I would lean to HD trucks.

[@thelonglastexpert]

Hi Jason, I have a KZbin channel where I review car reliability, and I get exactly the same kind of comments. I spend a lot of time doing in-depth analysis of models, gathering breakdown statistics, including feedback from mechanics, and you know what I’ve noticed? The people who leave such comments, 99% of the time, don’t actually own these cars and just consider them bad. When they hear the word 'turbo,' that’s enough for them! Automatically, it's garbage for them! And it really frustrates me because I also have tons of comments like 'my Ford Fusion has driven 260k miles, and it’s still on the factory turbo!' As for Chevrolet, everyone calls them junk, and yes, they have problems, but the statistics show that it’s an issue with the early production years! Take the second-generation Chevy Colorado, for example. The first two years had a huge number of TSBs, but what do we see after that? A couple of years later, the number of complaints becomes even lower than that of the Tacoma! But no, people have already made up their minds, and Chevy is junk for them. Sorry for the long comment, and yeah, great video, man

[@Jason-Samko]

@thelonglastexpert agree 100%. Is exhausting to have to read thru all the "it's junk or sucks" comments to get to the comments that need a question answered etc. Huge waste of my time and not good for people thst own said truck and want more info on it.

[@thelonglastexpert]

@@Jason-Samko At some point, I realized there's no point in responding to such comments on my channel. Now I'm thinking about what’s better: deleting them or leaving them. I feel sorry for the people I'm trying to help make a good choice. I explain that there is a car that had problems, but in the end, they weren't that serious. And then this commenter shows up with his "my friend had a Chevy, and he said it’s junk that constantly breaks down." What Chevy? What engine did it have? What exactly broke? It doesn’t matter! The main thing is that everything Chevy makes is junk. You have a really good content man more people should know about your channel.

[@Jason-Samko]

@thelonglastexpert i leave the comments and ignore them. However I will "hide user from channel" if they are mean to others or just keep pissing me off, i have a short fuse for jackwads.

[@camperdave4990]

Good video. Thanks

[@Jason-Samko]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@edwardwd3zk]

Only thing that sucks is my vacuum . Also some other things but I’m not going there 😂😂😂

[@Jason-Samko]

@@edwardwd3zk 😂

[@jojojeep1]

The average American cannot afford to be in a five or $600 payment forever if that’s the case I’ll buy a 1987 Chevy Astro van and keep shoving motors in them

[@jojojeep1]

@@willdembik688 I understand, I come from a different school if I don’t have 50% to put down, I don’t buy the car. The last new car I own was 1998. I buy five year-old cars with low mileage and I’m happy I am fine.

[@jojojeep1]

@jeanclaude7018 yeah but they came with the 4.3

[@youtubechannels9205]

Jason, new regulations make it impossible to manufacture quality cars. EPA killed American dream. We have to boycott new cars.

[@Jay-nc7vk]

I agree with your comment.

[@Eyez85]

Believe it or not there are a few model vehicles made today that will last 30 years or more if properly taken care of. And no, anything with a turbo, hybrid or electric does not apply. I would argue there’s a few that are also the best vehicles ever made. Time will tell!