Shopping for used trucks for sale in Houston, TX? This page filters the used and certified inventory at our Alvin store down to pickups only, so you can compare half-ton, heavy-duty and midsize models in one place.
The mix isn’t limited to Ford. Depending on recent trades, you may find Chevrolet, GMC, Ram, Toyota and Nissan pickups next to used Fords. Ford fans can go straight to our used F-150 inventory near Houston or our used F-250 Super Duty trucks.
What Is the Difference Between a Half-Ton and a Heavy-Duty Truck?
Half-ton pickups such as the Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Ram 1500 are built for everyday driving with enough towing and payload for most households. Heavy-duty pickups such as the Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty, Ram 2500 and Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD use stronger frames, axles and suspensions for bigger trailers, fifth-wheels and goosenecks.
Midsize pickups such as the Ford Ranger, Chevrolet Colorado and Toyota Tacoma are easier to park and suit lighter towing, which makes them a smart fit for city commutes.
Used Diesel Pickups for Sale in Texas
Diesel heavy-duty trucks appeal to drivers who tow often, such as contractors, ranchers and RV owners. Look for Ford Super Duty pickups with the 6.7L Power Stroke V8 turbo diesel, Ram heavy-duty trucks with Cummins diesels, and Chevrolet or GMC heavy-duty models with Duramax diesels.
Do Used Diesel Trucks Need an Emissions Test in Texas?
No. The Texas vehicle emissions program does not require diesel vehicles to be inspected, even in Harris, Brazoria, Fort Bend, Galveston and Montgomery counties. Gasoline vehicles 2 to 24 years old in those counties are tested every year.
Program details are on the TCEQ vehicle emissions overview. Want warranty coverage on a pre-owned pickup? See our certified pre-owned vehicles, or find budget pickups among our used vehicles under $20,000.
