Help with purchase

[mdbrock7]

I am looking to purchase my first Gladiator. Anything I should be looking for when buying used? Any concerns? This one at Carvana has caught my eye and I would love some feedback from you experienced owners.

https://www.carvana.com/vehicle/3872309?refSource=favorites

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[mooreman21]

for about 10k more, you can get a brand new 25 with zero miles. not trying to be smart, but I would consider new if it was in the budget

 

[mdbrock7]

What I really want is a Sport S with Max Tow, heated leather seats and premium audio but I am finding that impossible to find

 

[Gladiatorx2]

I previously had a 2023 Sport S with Max Tow. It had every option but the body colored hard top and leather. It was my favorite of the four that I have owned. I am on my 2nd Rubicon..I still prefer the Max Tow over all.

 

[DylanM]

What I really want is a Sport S with Max Tow, heated leather seats and premium audio but I am finding that impossible to find

They're out there, be patient and try to get what you really want instead of settling for just what's currently available. IMO the one you linked to is overpriced given the current market.

 

[ChrisNLA]

What I really want is a Sport S with Max Tow, heated leather seats and premium audio but I am finding that impossible to find

I ordered mine when I couldn't find what I wanted. Took two months to receive.

Not sure how that work's out with current incentives.

 

[mdbrock7]

They're out there, be patient and try to get what you really want instead of settling for just what's currently available. IMO the one you linked to is overpriced given the current market.

That's helpful. Thank you

 

[DirkG]

Yeah excellent miles but 2026s are going to be showing up to dealers soon and that's now a 6-year-old model. No warranty. Seems a pretty high price and I agree with the others in saying be patient (if possible) and get what you want.

And as stated above, dealers are super motivated to move new 2025 models off their lots. Keep that in mind.

 

[ChrisNLA]

I thumbed through the photos.

One of their pictures clearly shows corrosion on the hood hinge as well. Carvana does a good job of catching blemishes in pictures - but I wonder if they overlooked any corrosion anywhere else.

 

[Gvsukids]

What I really want is a Sport S with Max Tow, heated leather seats and premium audio but I am finding that impossible to find

Build one. Or use CarGurus to find one with the options you want.

 

[mdbrock7]

Build one. Or use CarGurus to find one with the options you want.

I may do that. I need to find a good dealer around Raleigh, NC to work with

 

[mooreman21]

What I really want is a Sport S with Max Tow, heated leather seats and premium audio but I am finding that impossible to find

 

[mooreman21]

There a 4 around us that have Max tow and leather interior

 

[Gvsukids]

I may do that. I need to find a good dealer around Raleigh, NC to work with

Any dealer will take your money if you know what you want. When I ordered mine, I just called the salesman in another city and they place the order over the phone.

 

[ChrisNLA]

Any dealer will take your money if you know what you want. When I ordered mine, I just called the salesman in another city and they place the order over the phone.

They really love it when you show up with a detailed list from the online builder AND a control number for an employee discount, so you tell them what you're buying and how much it's gonna cost

Came back two months later and said oh BTW my credit union is handling the rest.

Easiest car buying experience I ever made for myself.

Always get your poop neatly confined in a group.

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