Cheap Trucks for Sale Under $5,000 - Autotrader (2024)

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A cheap used truck can serve the dual duties of hauling your construction or home improvement supplies and can get you from point A to point B at an affordable price. If you’re on a tight budget and can only afford a truck for $5,000 or less, you’ll want to keep in mind the following: A $5,000 or less used truck in running condition will most likely have between 175,000 and 275,000 miles (possibly more), could be between 15-25 years old, will have many interior and exterior cosmetic issues, and some may even have body damage or have been in an accident although are still in running condition. Most trucks asking $5k or less will probably have at least two of these characteristics and it’ll be up to you to decide which of these you’re willing to live with. It is possible to find a 20-25-year-old truck with less than 100,000 miles for less than $5k but you may need to pay the full asking price or it will be at the top end of this price range. Some of these trucks in this price range may even have a salvage or rebuilt title. We've even found some trucks that have been totaled. The good news is that you should be able to find any type of truck at this price; compact, mid-size, full-size, 4x4, and even heavy duty trucks. If you haven’t found what you need at this price, maybe try looking at a truck for $8,000 or less. Of course, our editors at Autotrader always recommend a pre-purchase inspection on any used truck you’re considering. Lastly, we’ve found that you may have leverage in your negotiations if you pay in all cash.

These are the best used trucks under $5,000 as picked by our editorial team. This last was last updated in June 2023.

1. 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche
2. 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
3. 2001 Dodge Dakota
4. 2001 Dodge Ram 1500
5. 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
6. 2001 Ford F-150
7. 2002 Ford Ranger
8. 2002 GMC Sonoma
9. 2000 Nissan Frontier
10. 2004 Nissan Titan