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This is a very strong running, well maintained, mechanically sound truck that I have owned for 10 of its 12 years. I have always spared no expense with the maintenance, running full synthetic oil and premium filters at every change, and it shows. Always adult driven; never abused. Please, don't be scared by the miles - in modern vehicles, its more about the maintenance and HOW the vehicle was driven than how long it has been driven. As you can probably guess, this has been my daily commuting truck until recently. I have never had a major mechanical issue, and every major component works as it should.

I had intended on keeping it "forever" to tow the boat, but I owe the IRS a LOT of taxes. So, I sold the boat. Now, with no boat I really have no need to keep the truck, and I DO have a need to pay of the rest of the taxes I owe ($5K), so I'm selling the truck.

Most of the truck's life has been in Arizona, where I commuted between Phoenix and Tucson, and Tucson and Sierra Vista (about 90 miles). Dry climate, mostly, so no rust on it at all. I did make several trips between Arizona and Florida. Six, to be exact. The last time (about a year ago) I was towing the boat. And I wouldn't hesitate to do it again tomorrow. That's how confident I am in it being mechanically sound. I have been extremely happy with the Ranger, and I want you to be, too. That being the case, I have posted a good number of videos and pictures for those of you who can't make it here to see it in person before the auction ends. Please ask questions; I'll respond as soon as I can.

The good: well, most of it, really. Runs strong, drives well.

See it run and drive here: http://youtu.be/U_9bnX1x_Z4 and here: http://youtu.be/KznDvtRy5PY and here: http://youtu.be/cSYX95JpNik

4-wheel high and low work well There was a common problem with the 4wd control modules going bad. This has the new, updated control module and has had no issues shifting into 4 wheel whenever I want.

See it in 4wd here: http://youtu.be/ZYnOv4FJO98

The average: The exterior and interior are average, I would say. Sun faded on hood and roof. Interior shows use. Carpets have been vacuumed but could use a steam clean. See the exterior here: http://youtu.be/BVdPCtcndeI the interior here: http://youtu.be/eN85Qo3T1Xc. I welcome those who want to see it in person. Contact me and we can set a time.

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