Another vote for Toyota. The reliability is second to none. I have a 2015 Tacoma and it’s bulletproof. Also if you’re a 6 speed manual guy then you can still get a manual in a Tacoma (that’s what I have) its awesome! Obviously it won’t tow or haul as much as a full size truck but if you’re just driving around and loading random things into the bed (pinball machines, dirt bikes, kayaks, washer dryers, etc) then you really need to ask yourself if you “need” a full size truck. Toyota’s hold their value like you wouldn’t believe also. Compare a 2008 Toyota to a 2008 Ford, Chevy, or Dodge and you will be pretty surprised.