: Prioritize trucks with documented oil changes every 5,000–10,000 miles. You can verify a vehicle's history using services like CARFAX .

: Especially on 2000–2010 models, check for excessive rust or evidence of frame replacement under previous recalls.

: On the 5.7L V8, inspect the area near the cylinder heads for oil seeping; while usually just a "weep," it can be an expensive labor-intensive repair if it becomes a drip.

: These are highly recommended as they were the final years of the second generation. They feature the bulletproof 5.7L V8 paired with modern tech like Apple CarPlay/Android Auto (standard starting in 2020) and Toyota Safety Sense.