[mikeyjd]

needs the following characteristics:

great fuel economy (30mpg+)

decent utility (4x4 and the ability to tow would be ideal)

cheap (3-4thousand dollars max) * i can do engine swaps and other related work.

i really want to find 1 that has all 3 things going for it. an older 4x4 ranger is a little light on utility. an f150 or tacoma arent really there from an fe standpoint. the thing im thinking is that ill have to do a smaller diesel engine swap (a 2.8L powerstroke might be perfect except for the price issue). any thoughts or ideas are much appreciated. thanks.