I've got it down to two Silverados, the '13 or the '14. The '13 has the Z71 package (not essential to me), but the '14 has the newer engine, less miles, and is actually about $1,000 less. They are both LT models.

The '14 has 15,447 miles, while the '13 has 28,325 miles. Both are in excellent condition and both have V8 engines (except the '14 has the Flex Fuel Ecotec3.

Would I ever need the Z71 package for day-to-day use, or when is the Z71 package really needed when using the Silverado?

The only other major differences between the two are the '14 doesn't have dual air control (not a huge thing), and the '13 has the deflector as well as the running board (I'll purchase it for the '14 if I decide on that one).

I am looking forward to posting more on here, and am curious everyones opinions between the two trucks.

Thanks!