Benefits of Buying a Lifted Truck

Pickup trucks come with plenty of features adding to their comfort, convenience, and capabilities. However, many new pickup trucks do not come pre-lifted, and if they do, the lift is only an inch or two.

Adding a lift kit to a pickup truck can be a costly and time-consuming endeavor. Lifting a truck involves raising the suspension, but that’s not all. You might need to add new springs, shocks, control arms, larger tires, driveshafts, and wheels. Lift kits come in a variety of sizes, as they’ll lift a truck a few inches or several feet. Adding a lift gives you more ground clearance for trails and other off-road activities. Body lift kits give trucks more space to ford standing water during hurricanes.

If you’re buying a new-to-you truck, the big question is whether to buy a pre-lifted truck or to lift it yourself. Often, the answer depends on the price of the truck, the size of the lift, and the cost of lifting it yourself.

Lifted vs. Non-Lifted Trucks

Non-lifted trucks cost less than lifted trucks. In general, pickup trucks have higher ground clearance than a typical passenger car or SUV. Non-lifted trucks usually have higher towing capacities and they can carry heavy loads in the bed.

In a non-lifted truck, the vehicle’s center of gravity is lower, so they are less likely to roll in an accident. Non-lifted trucks also handle better, especially when road conditions deteriorate. Finally, unlifted trucks get better fuel economy than lifted trucks because of the lower center of gravity.

However, the benefits of a pre-lifted truck often outweigh the negatives. The added height gives drivers more visibility, which can be beneficial on the flat roads around Orlando and Maitland. Since lifted trucks have taller tires, they handle bumps, curbs, and railroad tracks easily. You’ll feel the bumps but with less trauma.

The Joy of Customizing Your Pickup Truck

Buying a non-lifted truck allows you to do it yourself. Many truck owners install their own suspension lift kits as soon as they buy their trucks because they enjoy having their vehicles stand out from the factory models. If you can’t do the work yourself, installing a lift kit can be expensive - especially if you hire dealership service.

Your one-of-a-kind lifted vehicle will probably need bigger tires and new wheels, adding to the customization fun.

Find Your Pre-Lifted Truck at Gibson Truck World in Sanford, FL

When you buy a pre-lifted truck from Gibson Truck World in Sanford, Florida, you’ll get to appreciate the advantages of a lifted truck without having to pay for the lift kit installation. We have several makes and models to choose from, including the popular F-250 SuperDuty heavy-duty truck.