Used trucks for sale near Traverse City, MI under $3,000

Just got mine today for a great price. 120k miles for $4250. Coming from an 03 ranger with a 4.0. So much roomier and more powerful

MOST importantly it is a JEEP. If you want a luxury vehicle, buy one, if you want a full-size truck, buy one, if you want a sports car, buy one, the Jeep Gladiator is none of these. It is designed to be a mid-sized pick-up yet still be a Jeep, it does this PERFECTLY. I have owned 9 Jeeps over the years, as early as 1978 up through 2006; the Jeeps today are full of more amenities and comfort than they ever have been in history. I have 2 Gladiators; a '23 Mojave, and a '23 Diesel Overland, both of them are INCREDIBLE vehicles on and off road, and MORE than fit the bill for a light duty pick-up, superseding most others on the market, and I am even comparing to any of the 5 Tacoma's I have owned. If you are in the market for a light duty pick-up, you can't beat it; whether it is a loaded up graded model, or even the base model, it is still a truck with 4WD, straight axles, and still available with a manual transmission. VERY happy with both of mine!

My research began of which truck to buy. I couldn't afford a new one so it was definitely going to be a used truck. I looked at both dealerships of Ford and Chevy. Wasn't a fan of Dodge 4WD trucks because of it's looks and it's loud exhaust. The comparisons in Ford won my decision in the F-250 4WD Crew Cab but it came with decisions of which two different diesel engines would be installed in the truck I wanted to purchase. I wanted a diesel engine over gas for it's excellent mileage to and from work. Now, I had to do research which diesel engine would be the best fit for me. I'm guilty for using the web on helping me decide which was the better diesel engine. I chose the 7.3 diesel engine over 6.0 liter because of it's high reviews and reliability. At work, I drove a rental Ford f-450 diesel boom truck at which I enjoyed driving. It's reliability never broke down like the gasoline boom trucks my company purchased later. In 2013, the truck I purchased was over 10 years old. The mileage didn't bother me as much as the price did. The interior was fairly clean. The previous owner took pride in maintaining his truck. I chose leather seats over fabricated ones. Ford's King Ranch almost won my vote for purchasing one of their trucks. Their beautiful leather two tone interior can win anyone's heart. The new trucks had an improved 6.7 liter diesel engine which says has better mileage than the 7.3 diesel engine. I have friends that still drive their early aged F-250's with over a million miles on them. They like to telling me stories of their experiences what their Ford trucks pulled of their private boats or trailers. I chose my F-250 from it's high reviews, it's price, it's beige leather interior, and it's exterior color of dark green. This truck has given me more pleasure than I can explain here on this website. If you choose to buy a truck new or used. Do your research, but buy a Ford truck. You can never go wrong with them.

I HAVE OWNED MANY OF THESE OVER THE YEARS EVEN THOUGH IT MAY JUST BE A MIDSIZE PICKUP DON'T LET THAT STEER YOU AWAY IT'S AN IDEAL WORK TRUCK 6'0 BED AND THE EXTENDED CAB IS THE ONE TO GO FOR IT HAS 2 HALF DOORS TO MAKE IT EASIER FOR LOADING / UNLOADING IF YOU CAN FIND ONE WITH A BENCH SEAT THAT'S THE GOLDEN TICKET NOT VERY ROOMY IN BACK BUT FOR A SHORT COMMUTE IT WORKS AND WILL NOT LET YOU DOWN IF YOUR LOOKING FOR AN AT THE READY 24/7 365 NIMBLE LITTLE TRUCK LOOK NO FURTHER THIS IS THE ONE FOR YOU 19 GALLON GAS TANK AND THE BRAWNY FORD TRUCK RESILIANCE HOW CAN YOU GO WRONG PLUS THESE LITTLE BABIES ARE TOTAL BEASTS AS I ALWAYS SAY '' SMALL IN SIZE BIG ON TASTE '' NOW IM A PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR SO LIVING IN A CITY THIS BLENDS IN REALLY WELL AND NOT A SINGLE ONE HAS EVER DONE ME WRONG - HAPPY HUNTING GOOD LUCK TO ALL

Very nice salesmen, worked with us while we financed car. Need a better detailing person. Overall we got a very nice used SUV. We are very happy with our purchase

Very Safety and reliable pick up truck and would be good as a work truck or first time pick up truck...Its a safe built comfortable vehicle.

Larry Russell helped us in the process of buying our daughter her first car and he was amazing. He is very personable and easy to talk to. He doesn't do that pushy salesman thing that so many other places do. He truly listened to us and what we wanted. Thank you so much Larry for all your help!!!

I love my red gas hog but hate the mileage. More power than you will need unless your 4 wheeling. I don’t really don’t have anything bad to say about this truck.

Excellent truck for trips with family, hauling my boat or driving around town. Loved it so much that I am looking for a newer Titan. Highly recommend this truck!

Great place great people great cars. Jada very easy time picking out what I wanted and getting help from the staff to achieve that goal

Last carbureted 350 efi ever after that vortech the last true truck. All steel all galvanized body, get you the 4x4 Z71! Not one of these newfangled plastic and aluminuminum car/trucks. SilverAdO

Ryan was wonderful to deal with and I was able to get the car of my dreams! Great experience and I highly suggest going to CMC!! Top notch guys!

Love this truck. My version had a nname plate of Isuzu that was built by Colorado at the Shreveport LA plant. It currently has 208,800 miles. No rust only 6 small spots of where gm paint has blistered. Recently has had engine problem of stalling while being driven in traffic. It has the I5 engine. If this is revised by gm please contact me.

Found to be a thorough and courteous experience from the knowledgeable staff. Would rreference and recommend to others.

I inherited my Dads 1998 chevy silverado z71 v8 4 wheel drive. Completely original no scratches dents or paint fading. It has been garaged all these years with 55,000 original miles. Great truck everything works.

Got it at 260,000 miles out runs great and 0 macanical problems som rust spots and only half a dash (very bad crumble dash) but amazing truck

Great place to do business. Great sales and service after the sale. Highly recommended! 5 stars

This has been my first vehicle and it's so easy to drive. Super fun too! Perfect for street driving around town and any small projects. It's super easy to park and it has excellent visibility out the back and sides. I've loved it and I'm sure you will too.

Best pickup truck you will ever drive . Great on gas. Excellent mpg for city and highway. Great power for towing . One customer saw it and was blown away and got it the same day.

Iv owned this 2001 dodge dakota 4.7 quad cab 5 speed manual for about 6.5 years great truck has about 300670 miles original motor transmission different transfer case but lasted for 225k before it split into It pulls my boat and take it cross country at least 2 times a year Best investment iv made in my life

Huge shout out to my boy VK for trying his absolute hardest to give me and my family to this vehicle. I really appreciate it. I would recommend anyone to come over to see him!!

Almost 200,000 miles so almost everthing has been rebuilt or replaced but the engine and computer. I bought it new and still drive daily for work. It pulls our 24 ft. Boat with ease.

This my 2nd Dodge Dakota, I would recommend another one to anyone who wants manual truck. My 1st was 1997 Dodge Dakota, I actually prefer the 97 style to the 2006 model, this year would make my truck 26 yrs old. Still on the road, just has a few maintenance issues, still planning on keeping my 97, gonna put it in the shop for some TLC. I guess what I am trying to say is that the Dodge corporation made one xxxx of a truck, I believe that if the 2006 last as long as my 97, then this will be my last truck. Nothing better than shifting gears with the windows rolled down, going 60 mph.

East Coast Auto got right back to me by telephone. I was disappointed b cause the car I was interested in was already sold. They invited me to look at other cars at their dealership. Very nice and professional .

I can’t find another truck to replace my 98’ , I bought it wit 65k on it and now has 188k. I see a lot of 98’ k1500 trucks still out there and I know why, there’s no replacing it. Smoothest running truck I’ve ever had. My mechanics rave how lucky I am to have one. Sure it needs repairs here and there, but nothing major. I know guys that have 200k to 350k miles, and still running strong. Best truck ever !!

Experience here with Varfe K was nothing but phenomenal. He made sure to go above and beyond to make sure we got approved.And I really appreciate that.

I purchased my truck in 2005, had 92,000 miles on it. Still driving it today with 253,000 miles on it. Doesn't use any oil between changes. I have all the scheduled maintenance done when it's time. I live in Arkansas, wouldn't be afraid to get in my Dodge and drive to New York in it. The only complaint I have is that the dash is starting to crack really back and pieces of it is falling out. I love this truck!

Tadd was fantastic. Very helpful throughout the process and got me out of a rough spot. I will always use him for advice/next vehicle. Will recommend to family and friends!

I have owned my 2005 Dodge Dakota 4.7 Laramie since 2012 as of writing this is in the middle of August 2025. I have had no issues with my truck. The truck runs perfect I’ve towed heavy loads many times over 500 miles. This is the best vehicle I’ve ever had. I had a 1986 Toyota pick up with a 22 R engine that blew the head gaskets twice back in 1992. I’ve had a 2016 Toyota Highlander that one was OK but the interior started cracking. I have a 2020 Kia Telluride had to replace the transmission. I’ve had a 1985 GMC blazer had to replace the engine in 1992 with less then 100,00 miles on it. Right now my truck sits on 18 inch rims 31 inch tires no suspension lift. The 2005 dakota has KO 3 all terrain 31 inch tires and has a bunch of overland equipment on it with a Ikamper tent In the interior it has no cracks or blemishes. I can tell you that this is probably the best truck I will own for the rest of my life I don’t plan to ever get rid of it like I said this is a solid truck. I love it. The truck also has over 170,000 miles on it. No transmission issues no engine issues no issues at all. i’ve also taken it out trailing in a mountains, terrain where you see Toyota Trd pros jjeeps, and everything and I get a lot of compliments on it.