2009 Ford F-350 Super Duty Lariat

The F-350 Super Duty is Ford's heavy-duty pickup, the one you step up to when a half-ton truck isn't enough for the job. It's built to haul and tow, so the ride is firm and the steering is truck-like, but that's the trade for the capability it brings. You can get it as a regular, extended, or crew cab, with a bed that suits work or play, and the cabin is roomy and functional. This generation of Super Duty has a solid reputation for durability, especially with the gas engines, though the diesel's emissions gear can be a headache. The Lariat adds leather seats, power-adjustable pedals, and upgraded audio over the XLT, so it's the trim that feels more like a daily driver than a work truck. Its 6.4L V8 makes 350 horsepower and 457 lb-ft of torque, paired with a six-speed automatic and four-wheel drive, so it pulls heavy trailers without breaking a sweat.