go with a truck from 2000+ you will like it the best. The 5.4L triton is a great all around engine that offers great reliability. It is also very easy to find parts for that engine. Tose years are a good well rounded truck. Some of them come with larger payload packages and such too.

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2000 FORD RANGER XLT 4x4 Extended Cab 3.0L FFV
Flareside Bed
ACCESS Tonneau Cover-LEER Fiberglass Topper-Manik Brush Guard-Pro Series Hitch
Kenwood Amp and Sub-Sony Deck