What is a bad amount of miles on a Chevy or Ford truck?

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I'm starting to look for my first car and I have some questions about miles put on a truck. I'm currently looking at American made trucks, since they are usually more dependable.
I have looked at a few older trucks that have between $125,000-$160,000 miles on them. They were made around 1998-2000.

So, what is a good amount of miles on a truck that is about 10 years old and what is a bad amount of miles?

Thanks
 
If you're looking for an american made vehicle, try to find one with less than 100,000 mi. on the clock. If it's a Japanese vehicle I would be comfortable with up to 150,000 mi. Japanese vehicles just seem to last longer.
 
It's a tough call because a lot depends on how tough the original owner was on the truck. American trucks like Chevy or Ford can last for over 300,000 miles easily if they haven't taken a lot of abuse and have been well-cared for. So don't focus too much on the mileage. 120,000 to 160,000 miles isn't bad for a truck that's 8 to 10 years old. You'd be better off looking at the maintenance records and/or having a mechanic check it out. A good mechanic will be able to tell you if a truck has gone through the standard wear and tear or if the owner pounded the hell out of it. He/She will also be able to tell you if the owner followed the recommended maintenance schedule or not.
 
Every truck is different. Mileage isn't just about a number. You have to take into account what kind of driving the owner did, what kind of work (towing etc.) and if it was kept in good shape during its life. I think 125k is a pretty average mileage for a 98-02, but keep in mind since it is your first car that things like shocks, brakes (even drums), water pumps and belts will wear out over time and you should be prepared to do a little work to keep the truck running.
 
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