We Specialize In Diesel Pickups
Dodge Cummins * Ford Power Stroke * Duallies * 4 Wheel Drives

Owners: Mark & Colleen Grehlinger
Handpicked Western Trucks LLC, 160 Kirtley Rd, Leon, VA 22725-2514
Phone: 1-540-547-4488 or Toll Free: 1-866-948-3232

Comments from Our Customers

Previous diesel owner and very satisfied with previous vehicle and sure this one will be good and serve me well. I recommend anyone to check out Handpicked Western Trucks.
John T
Virginia


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We watched the site and were both very excited to see the "under contract" changed to SOLD ! After all our troubles of getting there (snow storm of the century! flight canceled, next flight diverted from Richmond to Raleigh - then renting a car in Raleigh and driving up !) When we finally arrived, it was as pretty as the picture! (Even though you had no power!) It was still as it was shown in the pictures on the website. Initially, I was apprehensive - having gone through all those troubles, I felt something was telling me that this might not be a smart purchase. David crawled under and over the truck and said it was 'so clean', and after taking it for a test drive - he'd buy it! So, I took the plunge and bought it. I have not regretted it for one second ! I think the truck was very glad to get out of that snow.... and down here to Florida for some sunshine (but still cold) weather !
Charlie (aka: Chirlene)
Palmetto, Florida

PS - just saw the teal blue 2002 F-250! Very pretty also.... but I am perfectly happy with mine! But had we missed out on this, I would definitely have considered that one!


Don’t change a thing!! OK maybe some doughnuts??? With all the trucks I have purchased in the past both new and used this has been without question the most pleasurable, hassle-free experience! It’s like dealing with family or friends !! Thank you Mark, Colleen!!!!
What an awesome TRUCK!
Michael R
Virginia

Handpicked Trucks provided the best buying experience I’ve ever had. All the employees and staff went beyond the “call of duty” to answer all my questions and assist me with my needs. I will refer all of my friends interested in diesel trucks to this dealership. I hope to do business with the folks at Handpicked again.
Kevin B.

After 2 years of searching for the right vehicle for me, I decided on a Diesel.  I have several family members who own them and can’t say enough about their performance.  The Cummins Turbo Diesel was my first choice.  I searched locally and discovered that they were extremely expensive and hard to find.  I started researching on the Internet and ran across Handpicked Western Trucks.  I began to check their inventory regularly.  I read all of the comments and when the time was right and the funds were available I headed out to Leon, Virginia about 3 hours away.  The countryside was nice and so were the Owners of Handpicked Western Trucks.  They showed attention to detail, knowledge of their product and a willingness to go the extra mile.  A month has gone by and I love my 2004 Dodge 2500 4 door with an 8ft bed.  But I would have to say that my favorite part would be hearing that Cummins Turbo Diesel crank over every morning.  I even let my wife drive it!
Mike S.
Virginia

After months of driving to dealerships, looking at Craigs List, Ebay, and Trading Posts for the exact F250 Super Duty diesel pickup I wanted, I almost gave up. So I did a few last searches on the internet and found Handpicked Western Trucks - and the trucks on the web site looked clean, and prices looked right on. So I made the call, spoke to Mark, and he showed me the truck I was interested in - a 2000 F250 Super Duty with the 7.3L PowerStroke, extended cab, 4x4. Instantly, after driving it, I knew it was perfect! I couldn’t believe it! So we sealed the deal, and after having it inspected, Mark & Colleen told me that the technician found a leak from the transmission - something they didn’t have to mention at all!! “A dealership with my best interest in mind? That’s impossible!” I thought. Well, after having their mechanic repair the leak, re-assured me that it was true - Mark and Colleen were determined to ensure I had a quality truck. They could have easily let me drive home and never mentioned it, but their character and honesty came out. This is the first time I’ve ever had absolute confidence in a dealership, and as far as I’m concerned, it’s the only place to buy a diesel pickup! Thanks again Mark and Colleen for your hard work in getting me squared away with my new truck. I hope this new year holds record sales for Handpicked Western Trucks!!
Matt M.
Piney River, VA

Our recent purchase of a Handpicked Western Trucks was a great buying experience. High Quality Vehicles, upfront and honest, and good to deal with.
Peter R
Virginia

Searched the internet for weeks and found Handpicked Western Trucks to be the only dealer to have exactly what I was looking for. Mark and Colleen were very friendly and helpful!
Rick F.
Baltimore, Maryland

I had been looking for the perfect truck and had no luck anywhere until on-line and happened by Handpicked Western Trucks. The truck was well taken care of and well displayed. The customer service was portrayed in the best of all aspects in the purchase of this vehicle.
Allan R.
Fredericksburg, VA

I Paul Norton from C&P OFFROAD Specialists have just bought my second truck from Handpicked. 4 years ago, I bought my first truck from them, and was so happy with the attention to detail that I came back for a second truck. Mark & Colleen are second to none when it comes to customer service & satisfaction. I will continue to recommend them and buy trucks from them
Paul N
Virginia


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My experience at Handpicked Western Trucks was great. Colleen and Mark were very easy to deal with. They did not pressure me at all, but did make it clear that the truck I was interested in might not be available for long. They are good people and I would buy from them again. The 2001 F-350 I bought looked great inside and out! I'm looking forward to many years with my truck. My son Aaron can't wait to get his license to drive it. Thanks Mark and Colleen.
Steve
Orange, VA


This was a good experience for us, we came quite a ways to buy a vehicle sight unseen. We were very leary at first, but Colleen and Mark were able to address our concerns and answer our questions. The truck was as advertised, no surprises, and we’re ready to drive home.
Naomi R.
Dansville, NY

Recently as I was driving south on Route 29, a truck at Handpicked Western Trucks caught my attention. The business was closed at the time and since I live 40 miles away, I asked my brother who lives in the area to check the truck out. When he called me to tell me about his findings, I took note he had as much to say about Mark and the business as he did the truck. A day later, I also went by to look at the truck. I learned a lot about the business in short order. I now understand what is meant by handpicked trucks. I can assure anyone that no substandard vehicles will ever be sold through Handpicked Western Trucks. All vehicles are of good quality, one just has to decide which one of the current inventory they want to purchase.
Mark and Colleen are remarkable people. Their way of conducting business reminded me of the way most businesses operated back in the 1950’s. I just knew that whatever they told me was factual. I enjoy doing business with honest people. Mark and Colleen meet that requirement with room to spare. They are just as interested in being honest as in making a sale. After all, with honesty being number one, the sale will happen anyway. Many thanks for a pleasurable business experience. I will gladly recommend Handpicked Western Trucks to anyone.
Robert & Doris G
Virginia

All postings on internet proved to be 100% factual. A couple I would highly recommend doing business with as I am sure I will be a repeat buyer.
David B
Virginia


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Handpicked Western Trucks were nothing but helpful and perfectly understanding of my needs. They were very honest with their information in regard to the trucks I was comparing. If asked where to go to buy a reliable truck, I would direct everyone to Handpicked Western Trucks.
Victoria S. and Otto
Richmond, VA


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It’s been close to three months since I bought my 2003 Dodge Ram Cummins from Handpicked Western Trucks and I have not forgotten how well they treated me. I found the truck online at 3:00 one afternoon. Although I was 3 hours away they said they’d wait for me if I wanted to come down that evening. They normally close at 6 pm. With traffic it took me over three and a half hours to get there but they waited for me as promised. When I got there Mark was talking to a guy who I assumed was a friend. He let me look at the truck without standing over my shoulder. I crawled in, out, and under it. When I was ready I took it for a ride through the beautiful countryside. I liked the truck and decided I wanted it. It was only after I left a deposit Colleen told me the gentleman talking to Mark was another customer interested in the same truck but since I had called first they let me make a decision before they let him purchase the truck. I think very few dealers would do that.
The next day I arranged financing and made my way back down to central VA. Once again I was later than expected in arriving, my daughter had wrecked my car just as I was signing my loan papers at the bank. Without a car I called Colleen and asked if I rode my motorcycle down would they have a way to get it into my truck. Mark said they could definitely work something out. I rode down, finished the paperwork, and as promised they helped load the bike into the truck.
I will not soon forget my buying experience with Handpicked Western Trucks and will definitely look them up when I’m ready for another truck.
Sincerely,

Jon Francis
P.S. The truck has been awesome!


Drive by everyday commuting to work & heard great things about Mark. Such a wonderful experience we wouldn’t change a thing. Everyone was extremely friendly we really felt so welcomed and everyone was so honest.
Adrian & Kristina E
Virginia

The trip to Virginia was a nice experience and not a unpleasant drive from Pennsylvania. The service was extraordinary and very pleasant, everyone we dealt with was great. We felt very comfortable and they were very trustworthy and super friendly. I will highly recommend “Handpicked Western Trucks” to my friends.
Richard M.
Pennsylvania

We shopped around for miles for a truck and ran into a man in from of Lowe’s and he told us about Handpicked Western Trucks and how friendly the owners were and how they don’t push you into a deal so we stopped by and found the best looking used trucks, they all look like brand new. Mark explained a lot of things to us about the different diesel motors and found out what we wanted to use the truck for and he pointed out a couple of trucks that would serve our needs, we test drove one and fell in love with it, we came back the next day and purchased it! Colleen was so helpful in telling us how to apply for a loan and worked with us. We cannot express how good we feel about Handpicked Western Trucks. They’re a one of a kind Dealership, they’re great!
M. E. C.
Orange, VA

Saw the ad in the “Big Truck Trader”. We wish you were closer to D.C. area. We felt very comfortable dealing with “HWT”, they were very honest and trustworthy people. We felt comfortable and happy with our purchase and will return for our next truck.
Bill & Barbara M
Maryland


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Logan Receives His First Vehicle Ever on Christmas Day!

Back in late November Logan G. came to our dealership with his parents to look at diesel trucks in an effort to find his first vehicle. His heart was set on a ’97 Ford F250 7.3L Power Stroke black regular cab. Behind the scenes in the office, unbeknownst to Logan, his Dad purchased the truck with the plan to hide it from him until Christmas morning. Colleen said it was painful to watch young Logan leave the lot disappointed that his parents apparently had put off the decision to buy! It was obvious that he was fearful another customer who was on the lot that same day and had test driven the same truck, was going to move in on his “territory”. We got his parents’ promise that they’d send us a picture of Logan with his new truck!!! Sure enough, we received this picture by e-mail around noon on Christmas Day.
Thank you, Merry Christmas.
From Logan


I first heard about Handpicked Trucks in the Auto Trader catalog and thought I would check out the website several years ago. Ever since I have been keeping an eye on the site for incoming trucks until I found the one I really wanted. I’ve called them several times concerning other trucks and they have always been helpful. I came across a 2001 F-250 pickup on the website one night with exceptionally low miles. I decided to make the two hour trip from Richmond to look at it and when I got there the truck was ready to go. After driving it I knew it was the one for me. Mark and Colleen were a pleasure to work with thru the buying and really made you feel like family and not strangers. I’m glad they had the opportunity to come across such an immaculate truck.
Brian J
Virginia

I have bought numerous cars and trucks during my lifetime. This purchase has been the absolute best.  My girlfriend and I drove down from Fredericksburg after looking on the internet to see what there was at the dealership. My intentions were to buy the “Tried and True” 7.3L Power Stroke. I test drove one. It was a great truck! We wanted leather interior. Mark said he had a 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 LT that he had bought out in Colorado and drove back. I took it for a short test drive and decided this was the truck we wanted (actually my girlfriend decided this was the truck she wanted).
I “highly” recommend Handpicked Western Trucks to everyone. Mark and Colleen are in the business of selling trucks, but there is no “high pressure” sales there. They are not going to convince you to just buy a truck and like it later. That has been my experience at the "Big Box" dealerships. I know the big box dealerships have a lot of overhead, but maybe they should take lessons from Colleen and Mark. In closing, when I am in the market to buy another truck, I will be going back to Handpicked Western Trucks again.
Jesse R.
Fredericksburg, Virginia

Looking for a Dodge 4x4 12 valve for my son for 2 ½ years. Finally finding one through Handpicked Western Trucks made my son’s dream come true. But finding a 10+ 1996 Dodge diesel wasn’t easy. Plus dealing with a 10+ Dealer was another dream. These people will go the extra mile for you, plus their trucks are out of this world. Thanks a million Mark & Colleen for such care –
Oscar D.
Louisiana

The truck sounded good in the Truck Trader Magazine. The actual truck was much better than we expected! A great buying experience, with no pressure.
Laurel S.
West Virginia

The folks at Handpicked Western Trucks were great to deal with throughout the entire process. The truck was exactly what it was described to be. I will definitely do business with them again!
Jesse L.
Virginia

I would like to let Handpicked Western Trucks know that I had a wonderful buying experience. I would gladly do business with them in the future. I am very pleased with my new truck and it was worth having to travel for. I will definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a truck. Thanks for all your help.
Hunter S.
Arlington, TN

My name is Dana and I live in Vancouver, B.C., Canada. I bought my 2006 diesel Chevy truck from Hand Picked Trucks in December 2007. There are a lot of trucks out here for sale, but in Dec.’07 our dollar hit a record high so I decided to look in the States. I looked at several websites nation wide and was very impressed at the direct approach and professionalism of Hand Picked Trucks’ site. My only problem, in this day of uncertainty, was that I was nearly 3000 miles away and needed to trust complete strangers with their representation of the truck I was interested in. In no time, Colleen and Mark were no longer strangers to me (over the phone) and I felt more at ease with them than I did with any of our local truck salesmen (and there are lots of them out here!) Anyway, they were able and happy to disclose anything I needed to send them my hard earned money! I’ve never met them and never saw the truck beyond photos before I took delivery here in B.C. What a restored faith in good people! My truck was every bit as perfect as they said it would be. I love my truck and if anything ever happens to it I will buy my next one from Colleen and Mark. I’ve gained a respect and trust from my new friends in Virginia and look forward to meeting them one day so I can thank them in person.
A very happy long distance customer
Dana
Vancouver, B.C., Canada

The trucks at Handpicked Western Trucks are top quality. The service I received while selecting my truck was very helpful. The “country” atmosphere was also better than the “uptown” dealerships.
Mark H
Madison, VA

Drove by while going to a restaurant and also by another friend who purchased a truck there. Everything that was discussed was helpful and thorough. Very good experience.
Elias W
Virginia

Great looking vehicle. Wonderful facility. Superb People!
David R
Maryland

Our experience at Handpicked Trucks was very positive. When we came to look at trucks we were not pressured or pursued but they were always available to answer questions. We felt personally taken care of throughout the entire process of purchase. This is the warm mom and pop experience not the impersonal large dealers. I would recommend Handpicked Trucks to anyone who wants to buy a diesel truck, experienced or first-time buyer like us. We were sold a beautiful truck.
Jack S
Virginia

My buying experience was a no nonsense and pleasant experience. My experience was very much different than those I have experienced at bigger dealerships. The owners are direct, to the point, and sincere when they do not have the information to answer your question. I will recommend Handpicked Western Trucks to anyone who is in the market for buying a truck.
J.V.
Schuyler, Virginia


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Colleen and Mark,
The buying experience with you was a pleasure. I spent weeks scanning web sites for a used vehicle. On Monday November 9th I stumbled on your web site. I was pretty sure what I was looking for. It didn’t take me long to make a decision on the vehicle I would purchase from the selection you presented. The first time I talked with you I was very comfortable asking questions and the answers I received, I thought, were up front and honest. You made a statement the first time I talked with you. You said, “We are not a used car dealership. We feel the prices we are asking are fair. We do not negotiate”. I appreciated that honesty. I have NEVER had a good purchasing experience with a new car dealership, much less a used car dealership. On Saturday, November 14th I made the 80 mile trip from home to Leon (??) Virginia. (Some where close to Culpepper). My expectations were not high. I expected an 8 year old pickup truck. The vehicle I purchased looked almost new. This was an exceptionally well kept vehicle. I believe this is a criterion that Mark uses to select the vehicles he purchases. Again, thank you for a wonderful buying experience.
Bob Wise
P.S. – Mark was right to smile when I declined to do this note at the store. I normally don’t do this. I would and will refer you guys to anyone I think might be in the market for a pre-owned diesel vehicle. Thank you again. Bob


As far as I’m concerned, you’re very helpful, nice and friendly! Heard quite a few comments that you’re honest. We’d been looking 3-4 months for a truck with a tow bed on it, checked this one out, test drove it and liked it.
Robert B.
Virginia

This is a note to say that I am extremely satisfied with the purchase of my 2000 Dodge Diesel from Colleen and Mark at Handpicked Western Trucks. She and Mark were very professional throughout the whole transaction. They called me back when they said they would, they were available for a test drive, they allowed me to have the vehicle checked out prior to purchase and answered any and every question that I had. They are both honest and have an excellent manner with customers. I am 110% satisfied with my experience at HWT and with the vehicle that I purchased. I would be happy to serve as a reference for any potential buyers.
Gardy B
Virginia

We were local customers - drove by their place of business many times admiring their nice looking vehicles and well-kept place of business. Their friendly, accommodating personality was also a plus at wanting to deal with them. Just knowing that they are open, honest and trustworthy, was also a big factor in wanting to deal with them.
Valentine M.
Virginia

Fine company to work with. Colleen and Mark are honest and up front people. A quality truck.
Fred M.
Virginia

I am so very impressed and pleased with the truck and the company as being overly accommodating and very pleasant to deal with. I can’t say enough nice about these people. I would not hesitate to purchase another vehicle from them in the future. Thanks again!
Mark G.
PA


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My future son-in-law found Handpicked Western Trucks from a Google search. We found both Mark and Colleen easy to talk with, honest, and forthright. It shows that Mark loves what he does and takes pride in putting out a beautiful truck. Dan found Colleen to be truthful and helpful. All in all we had a great experience at Handpicked Western Trucks!
Debbie L. for Dan L.
Bernard, ME


We purchased our last truck from Handpicked Western Trucks, and when we needed a new one this with the first place we came. We immediately found exactly what we were looking for, and as before, had an excellent experience with our purchase. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a diesel truck, the service is excellent and the trucks are in fabulous condition. We will come here again when we're looking for our next vehicle!
Terry C.
Poolesville, MD

On 10-30-09 I have sold my truck to Handpicked Western Trucks LLC. I have found that they were great to work with and it was a pleasure in every way. I would not hesitate to do future business with them.
Darren M.
Portland OR

I could not be more pleased with my experience buying my truck. Mark and Colleen were very helpful in answering all my questions about my diesel truck. Mark always answered my various questions and several times he would walk to the truck to answer a specific question. Colleen made the transaction go very smoothly and was very helpful in faxing all the paperwork, and I bought my truck without even seeing it. When I went to pick up my truck things went very smoothly until I locked the keys in the truck! We had a good laugh and AJ quickly had the door open and ready to go.
Charles L.
Winston-Salem, NC

The entire experience was wonderful. The truck was even nicer on the lot than we could have hoped for. Mark and Colleen were a pleasure to work with. We would definitely refer a friend.
Cassandra & James M.
Virginia

Thanks so much Colleen! Those pictures look great! We had a wonderful trip home, and really like this truck. Thanks for a great automobile purchasing experience, and we will definitely send people your way!
Jim and Nancy
New York

Mark & Colleen,
A great big "thank you" on our Ford truck we just bought. I am the secretary here at Higgins Enterprises and always sweat it out when John finds a truck online (my fears are usually on target). So when he said he found one in Virginia and had to go get it, needless to say I had a long evening of worry. BUT when he came home and I saw this gorgeous truck in the garage, I could not believe my eyes--it is truly immaculate inside and out. It was everything we were told and more. He said he drove it back to Connecticut with no problems, and could not speak any higher of the owners, Mark & Colleen. So far, we have had several people wanting to purchase it from us and we haven't even registered it yet. That's how we know we purchased a great truck from great people. Any more trucks the guys here want to buy, Handpicked Western Trucks is the place we will deal with first, it is very well worth the 8 hour drive down and back.
Thanks
John H., Owner
Susan W., Secretary
Higgins Enterprises
East Hampton, Ct.

Mark and Colleen Grehlinger, the Handpicked Western folk, are
nice and courteous
Great to deal with
treat you with respect
will go the extra mile for you if needed
I wish all dealers were as helpful
as they were to me.
Elizabeth B.
Brightwood, VA

Hello, my name is Richard Veado, from Houston Texas. I just thought I’d spend a minute to share my experience w/ Colleen & Mark. Absolutely INCREDIBLE. I’ve been looking for this very type of truck for 2 weeks on line before I found Handpicked Western Trucks. After talking to both Colleen & Mark, I instantly knew I was buying the truck before I got off the phone. I found the truck to be exactly the way they described it & I just couldn’t possibly even begin to find the words to tell you the difference between going to any other car lot I’ve ever been to, compared to Western. It truly was a pleasure dealing w/ somebody in the used auto sales business who are so personable, honest, hospitable & knowledgable about diesels. I simply cannot believe anybody could manage to find the time to find any 2002 model vehicle in 2008, that looks & feels brand new & to have sold it to me @ such an incredible price. I FEEL GUILTY!!! I’m sure you, too, will feel as happy as I do about my truck & would feel as strongly as I do about telling others about Western. Thank you so much Mark & Colleen! Thanks to you two, an average Joe got his dream truck he could of never bought new in 2002. Thanks & may God bless you as much as I’m feeling I am right now.
Richard Veado
Houston, Texas

I was very impressed with the service I received at Handpicked Western Trucks. They were very knowledgeable and helped me get exactly what I was looking for to meet my needs. Very honest and down to earth.
Joanne K.
Virginia

Staff very helpful and honest, also very well educated about diesels which has been very helpful to me buying my first diesel truck.
Champ L.
Keswick, Virginia

I was very pleased with the knowledge of the staff and the honesty displayed by all. I felt comfortable dealing with Handpicked Western Trucks. I would recommend them to others who are looking for a good diesel truck or SUV.
Kurt F
Virginia

Google search for F-250 trucks. Once found asked friends if they had heard of Handpicked, and they had a great review from people down in Blacksburg. Very flexible, nice staff.
Chris S
Virginia

I bought a 97 F350 and was very pleased with the importance of customer satisfaction. I would recommend Handpicked Western Trucks to anyone.
Neil
Stanley Va


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Mark and Colleen,
Hope you and your family enjoyed the Thanksgiving Holiday. Here is my story for you to post on your website about my purchase. After hours and hours of research on the internet I decided the truck I wanted was an 05 or 06, mint condition, low mileage Dodge with the 5.9 Cummins Diesel, 4 x 4, Quad Cab, manual 6 speed with a long bed. I searched every Dodge Dealer within 250 miles of my north central Indiana location and found nothing that met my criteria. I was about to give up when I found the Handpicked Western Truck website and there it was, the exact truck I was looking for. I was skeptical at first and really didn't want to make a 1,400 mile round trip and be disappointed. After reading all the great comments from other buyers and talking to both of you several times, I decided to make the trip. So I convinced my youngest son and one of his friends to make the trip with me. WOW, the truck was better than you described. After a test drive we started the paper work, about a fifteen minute process, and we were done. The whole experience could not have been better. My son later told me, Dad that was fun, I really had a good time. If you're looking for an honest, ethical truck dealer, my advice to you is to go visit Mark, Colleen and Lucy at Handpicked Western Trucks because they are TRULY HANDPICKED TRUCKS.
Your Friends
Randy, Nathan and Dan
Indiana


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My experience with Handpicked Western Trucks was very trouble free. Truck well worth the long drive. Pictures don’t even do the trucks justice. Definitely a great group of honest people with nice trucks.
Justin F.
Oak Hill, Ohio


Mark and Colleen are very pleasant to work with and did everything possible to make our truck buying experience as smooth as possible. They are very knowledgeable and easy to work with.
John & Amy K
Virginia

Pass by each day on my way to work. I felt comfortable and not rushed.
John M
Virginia

I feel that the description and presentation of their products are done in an honest and friendly manner. I would recommend this dealer to anyone who wants to avoid the hassle of a big time dealer.
A
Virginia

My experience with Handpicked Trucks has been wonderful. Since we live almost 2 hours away, we did most of the paperwork via email. I was a little uncertain, not having actually seen the truck, but it was actually better than I had expected - it was beautiful, and Mark & Colleen have been very helpful, informative, patient - they are wonderful!
Felicia L.


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After nearly a year of searching on the internet for this particular model of truck in manual shift --- I found the Handpicked Western Trucks website. I found the truck I wanted, then looked at the pictures of the vehicle, in particular the one of the engine compartment, and I was sold.
Then came the problem of organizing the financing from the Cayman Islands in the Caribbean where I work. First Cate and Colleen chatted, deposits got lost in “cyberspace”, then Mark and I chatted. They cut me some slack with timing when money wires kept getting lost! I was used to this coming from Africa where I was a Professional Hunter!! But I am not sure they were!
I have now collected my “beast” and finally met Mark and Colleen face to face. These folks have retained the old style honors, codes and traditions that America was formed on and it has been our privilege and pleasure to do business with them. Mark even put a name on the truck that I told him about: “Dugga Boy” --- Tribal word for the big bad black Cape Buffalo bulls (I used to see in Africa).
I think I scared Mark on the test drive --- you folks drive on a different side of the road around here!
Chris and Cate
Cayman Islands


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I am very impressed with the customer service from Handpicked Western Trucks. Mark and Colleen were so helpful in my truck purchase. The truck is exactly as they represented it to be. I didn’t realize I would find the truck of my dreams, but I did find it with them. I will spread the word about their business and I would definitely buy from them again. The truck is magnificent.
Tom W.
Cassadaga, NY


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Colleen and Mark were both very easy to work with, the truck was what I was expecting and I was very pleased with my purchase.
Bryan B.
McArthur, Ohio


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The buying experience was great. These trucks are top of the line trucks. I will certainly speak to Handpicked Western Trucks first, should I need another truck. These trucks are truly "cream of the crop".
Jeff A.
Virginia


Great experience, awesome customer service, and a nice American family atmosphere! Buying a vehicle is always a hassle but it wasn't at Handpicked Western Trucks. Mark and Colleen, thanks for your patience and service. Already telling lots of people where your dealership is located.
Brett L.
Virginia


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Saw the pretty truck from the road, everyone very friendly and helpful.
Bill R
Virginia

We wanted a truck for hauling vineyard and orchard supplies and we knew we wanted a diesel. I had worked on diesel engines while in the Coast Guard, however, I never owned a large diesel truck. Mary and I spent many hours with Mark and Colleen one Saturday - the entire day actually - test driving trucks. We never felt pressured and Mark was the patient teacher. We didn’t buy that day although I nearly walked off with the keys to a great F-250 (Mark had suggested where to eat lunch and that’s where he found us and the keys!)
True to his word, Mark called a couple of days later with the news of an incoming truck that might just fit the bill. He was right. We knew that Mark loves his trucks, and would not sell something that he himself wouldn’t buy. Great business, great folk.
David V
Virginia

If you are in the market for a 3/4 to 1 ton used diesel truck, and want one as close as possible to the way it was when new, this is the dealer of choice!!! I’ve bought exclusively diesel trucks and have owned many. I know of no other dealer that comes close to meeting the quality standards that Handpicked Western Trucks holds itself to! Mark and Colleen are wonderful people who take personal pride in their business/customers. A+++++ rating.
James Z.
Virginia

What caught my eye when driving by this dealership was the very clean trucks and how the lot was professional looking and tidy. When I finally stopped in, I found Mark to be as friendly in person, as he had been on the phone. This was my first buying experience in Virginia and it went well.
Mark W.

I am in the Marine Corps stationed in Georgia. I was looking for a diesel truck on-line and came across Handpicked Western Trucks. I saw the truck I wanted and gave them a call. Mark and Colleen were very friendly and due to my busy schedule they were very accommodating and were very helpful. The truck description was very accurate and when I showed up to buy it and saw the truck in person it exceeded my expectations.
Mitch M
Georgia

Stopped at Culpeper Jeep/Dodge told them what I was looking for, they didn’t have anything like that and said drive down the road about 5–6 miles to Handpicked truck they should have what you are looking for. YOU DID!
David G
Virginia

This is my third pick-up I’ve purchased from Handpicked Western Trucks. Colleen and Mark go out of their way to fit the right truck to the right person. This is the only dealer I will deal with within a 500 mile radius. Very pleased!
B Morris
Virginia

We are delighted with our experience at Handpicked Western Trucks. We talked with them on the telephone before going to look at the vehicle we were interested in. They were very helpful. When we drove up to look at the car, Mark & Colleen answered all our questions, gave us time and space to evaluate and make our decision. I would highly recommend Handpicked Western Trucks to anyone looking for a good truck.
B. Webb
Virginia

Very friendly and informative—more of a family feeling here than your typical dealership. And the owner’s wife is very pretty and the quality of trucks here are amazing.
Kevin R
Virginia


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Hi Colleen and Mark, I am writing to let you know that we arrived safely back in Sharon at about 8:00 last evening. Your directions to avoid the traffic were perfect, and the suggestion to stop at Cracker Barrel was excellent. Above all, I just want to thank you for your hospitality. The entire experience of buying this truck could not have gone any smoother, and the truck ran fantastic on the six hour trip back. Best of luck to your business in the future.
Scott
(Ps. Say hi to Lucy for us.)


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I am a long distance buyer and very happy with my choice. The truck was described to me in full detail over the phone with no surprises. Handpicked Western Trucks is very trustworthy and I would recommend them to anyone.
Steve M.
Mt. Pleasant PA


I was very pleased with the service I got from the owner of the company. There was no pressure and no gimmicks. He was straightforward & Honest. When it was time to Buy, the owners wife was just as Honest and straightforward. She was willing to talk to me and work with my situation. She gave me a good deal that I believe everybody was Happy with. Thank you ! Mark & Colleen, owners of Hand Picked Western Trucks. LLC.
Jesica J. and Jeremy C.
Sandston, Virginia

This was the most personal experience we’ve had buying a vehicle. Quality not quantity should be the slogan for this business! Well worth the drive our truck was truly “handpicked”!
Shannon & Melissa S
Virginia

We have had a wonderful experience, the service was excellent. They truly take their time to look for a clean truck. We are very pleased with the find, it was exactly what was said and what we were looking for.
Joseph S.
New Kent, Virginia

The trucks are just as advertised. Very clean, well cared for, and truly hand picked. I had a very pleasant experience and will be back again.
Jake B.
Crownsville, MD


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After so many years looking at the website, finally I was able to buy a truck. Well, not only a truck. A good, beautifully running diesel truck. Not only a diesel truck. A Dodge diesel truck. But the best part of the deal was buying from Handpicked Western Trucks. Honesty and professionalism of Mark and Colleen is above and outstanding. Good people. God keep blessing them. Thank you very much.
Guillermo N.
Cranford, NJ


Hi Colleen. Thanks for all your help. You & Mark have a great dealership!! Everything went very well at Motor Vehicle. Hope all went well with your parents. It would be nice to do business with you again in the future. We’ll see. The truck is running great! Donny loves it. Well – all for now. God Bless.
Jane S.
New York

When I arrived I was happy to find the truck looked much nicer in person and very nice and helpful people that helped me purchase my truck out of state.
SM
Chester Springs, Pa


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I passed on a 2007 Dodge Ram 4X4 dually that was 15 miles from my house to drive 420 miles to buy from Handpicked Western Trucks. I think that says it all.
Jonathan L.
East Canton, OH
Thanks for the picture Colleen! I just talked to Jon and Kenny and they said the truck is beautiful! I bet Jon is a nervous wreck driving it home, it's a lot bigger than the Neon he drove down ;o) Thanks for all your help getting everything in order to purchase the truck, we will have a lot of fun with it. Our kids want to sit in the driveway and watch a DVD in it, the DVD player is their favorite part of the truck! Thanks again!
Jon's wife, Brandy
East Canton, OH


Very honest, very down to earth place to do business. This kind of hospitality is not seen very often anymore.
Jay C
Virginia

Very Pleased. Thank you both for the late evenings viewing the truck.
Karen & William F
Virginia


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Hi Colleen:
Just wanted to shoot you this photo of our new rig we used last week. Very happy with the vehicle and it tows our trailer perfectly!
All the best,

Jason M.
Washington State


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Man from Winston Salem NC buys 1997 Ford F250 Crew Cab Short Bed

On December 1, 2007 Colleen and I delivered a 1997 Ford F250 to Mr. “Jay” Cutchin of Winston Salem, NC. He purchased this truck based on our pictures and description, but his most positive reaction upon actually seeing the truck and the subsequent test drive really said it all. Several days later on the phone he exclaimed, “Colleen, the more I drive this truck, the more I like it, but I have a problem with Mark’s MIG scale rating of 9.5. It really should’ve been 9.8!” We commented that we prefer to understate quality and condition and have the customer pleasantly surprised when they actually see and drive the truck. Jay, thank you so much for your business!!!
Subsequent to the above posting, Jay e-mailed us and wanted to say it in his own words. Jay writes about his purchase:
Well - what an experience it was, and a pleasant one, by the way. You know it’s hard for a southern redneck good ’ole boy to trust a couple of transplanted Yankees but I stuck my neck out and did just that. I also bought a vehicle over the phone, after just looking at just a couple of photos - sent these people money even! Can you believe it? After it’s all been said and done, however, I have to say that Mark and Colleen are really southern at heart - they just talk funny. They assured me that I could inspect the truck, drive it and kick the tires all I wanted and if I didn’t like it, I didn’t have to take it. They were extremely accommodating and drove the truck down to NC on a visit to their daughter and her family. (Grandparents are such suckers - they just used me as an excuse). Well - I had a friend (also a TPY from MA - they’re taking over) drive me over to pick up the truck and he also was impressed with Mark and Colleen and was really impressed with the truck. “SWEET” was his remark. After driving it for a month now, it has surpassed my expectations. No dings, rust, faded paint or cracked paint - no blemishes whatsoever. Runs like a sewing machine. The only fault I can find is that Mark’s rating system is too strict - he said my truck was a 9.5 - it should be a 9.8. I drive vehicles until the wheels come off or my needs change. Then I’ll be calling Handpicked Western Trucks once again. This time I won’t be trusting strangers.

Jay Cutchin
Winston Salem, NC


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The truck is what they told me it was. They showed me every picture and background check on vehicle. There isn’t a truck here that wouldn’t be a truck you would be happy with.
Mike C.
Newville, PA


I came to look at the vehicle. It was everything they said it was. No funny angle pictures to hide things. No hidden pricing. A family oriented type place. If you want it you buy it, they don’t try to get you to buy something you don’t want.
John O.
Manassas, Virginia

The experience was great. There is low if any sale pressure. Mark and Colleen are both knowledgeable and courteous. The information on the website is very accurate and the inventory is impressive and well maintained. I highly recommend doing business with them.
Robert G
Virginia

My friend told me about Handpicked Western Trucks, he told me that the trucks were very clean at this dealer.
No big Hoorah or pressure, like Chevrolet or Ford (franchise) dealers. Every question I asked about the truck I felt I got an honest answer from Mark. I felt assured that he wasn’t guessing and had full knowledge of what he was selling.
Scott C
Virginia

A very pleasant and enjoyable experience. Every time we have visited, we were treated very courteously. Always pleasant and very knowledgeable. I would recommend anyone looking for a truck to come by or call to see what is available.
Michael B.
Spotsylvania, VA


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I finally found what I was looking for here at Handpicked Western Trucks. Try finding extended cab diesel with a manual transmission. I searched the truck trader and found 2 within 400 miles. This one and one that was all beat up. When I saw the pictures of the truck I immediately called to see if the truck was still available. Mark informed me that the ad had just came out that day. He answered all the questions I had about the truck. I knew from talking with Mark that this was the truck I was looking for.
Unlike any other dealer, they were willing to work with my schedule. I put a contract on the truck and they held the truck until I could get there. If I'm ever in the market for another diesel truck, you can bet that the first place I'll be looking is Handpicked Western Trucks. There are a lot of people selling used trucks, but few have trucks as clean as the ones I saw here.
The satisfaction of driving home in a truck from (HWT) will hit you immediately, if you're lucky enough to get to drive through the mountains.
Kevin M
Ohio


Colleen and Mark were great! Mark told me about the truck before it was advertised and I immediately told him to hold it! I plan to move "out west" when I call it quits from the job, plan to explore the wide open spaces. "Hey Mark, keep an eye peeled for a nice one-ton.
Harold W.
St. Louis, MO

Customer service was great--very professional and honest. Vehicle was in great condition. Would recommend this dealer to anyone in need of a vehicle.
Michael G.
Virginia

Over the course of the last year or so I must have looked at a hundred different trucks, at least a couple of dozen dealers large and small, and I want you to know that your little HANDPICKED WESTERN TRUCKS operation there in Leon far outshines them all. Not only do you offer the cleanest, sharpest, and most mechanically sound collection of diesel trucks I’d encountered you were by far the most personable and genuine people I’d come across in all my dealings on all the other lots. You obviously take great pride in carefully selecting and detailing only the finest used diesel trucks available. I am certainly very happy with the Dodge Ram 2500 I purchased from you, I looked at a lot of pass-up vehicles on other lots before discovering you – wish I had stopped in sooner. “Handpicked” is a good word and it’s obvious that you take great pains to ensure that only the finest vehicles are seen under that banner. You quickly earned my trust and I never felt the old spider-sense warning me that some sleight-of-hand trickery was about to occur, nope, you’re the genuine article and it was a genuine pleasure doing business with you both (A.J. too). If I happened to be in your lot when some future potential customer was looking over a truck I’d tell them not to fret about doing business there, they’re going to get a high quality diesel truck, and they’re going to deal with some nice, reputable, and trustworthy folks while doing it. Many thanks.
Chris B
Virginia

I recently purchased a used diesel truck from Handpicked Western Trucks. Now, I’ve purchased several vehicles during my lifetime and I can honestly say this was the best buying experience I have ever had. When I went to check out the truck Mark and Colleen had listed on their website, I was truly impressed by the reception I received at their office. They met me outside and had the truck sitting up front for my immediate inspection and it looked just as sharp as it had on the web. When I asked about a test drive, Colleen handed me the key and let me take the truck out alone, making the statement “the truck should sell itself, not us talking about it.” The truck was everything they had indicated and I immediately began the arrangements to buy the truck.
Mark and Colleen were extremely helpful throughout the entire process. They worked out the arrangements for me getting the finances to them, let me take the truck for an independent inspection and just all around were very easy going to work with.
I would recommend to anyone that is looking for a good truck to check these guys out. They believe that the customer should be treated the way they themselves would want to be treated. You can’t ask for a better business attitude than that.

Teresa P.
Virginia

Website was extremely helpful - we saw several trucks on the website and came to visit and was not disappointed. Colleen and Mark were very helpful and accommodating working with late hours, or off hours, because being out of town that was helpful. And I love Lucy - she was a good dog.
Monica
Lynchburg, Virginia


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Excited couple with their new truck purchase going to Alaska!

Honest, no pressure sales and hard to find quality trucks are exactly what we found with Handpicked Western Trucks. My many vehicle purchases have left me bitter from dishonest sales tactics and poor service. Mark and his staff have renewed my faith that there are still honest businesses. I look forward to our new truck pulling weight through the Rockies and up to Alaska! Thanks again Mark!
Mark H.
Virginia Beach, VA


I sold Mark a 2002 F-350 truck. I found him very easy to deal with. He was up-front and very polite. He had a mechanic go over my truck before he bought it. If he goes over every vehicle like mine, he is selling good vehicles.
Roger B.
Madison County, VA

I really appreciated the help in finding the right vehicle, as well as the honesty and integrity involved in the transaction.
Dave R.
Virginia

After a horrible experience with another dealer in the area we came to Handpicked Western Trucks. We found the friendly, honest atmosphere welcoming and relaxing. The quality of trucks were just as they were stated on the website, and the prices were excellent. We had a very relaxed and stress-free deal and left with an excellent quality truck that we will enjoy for years to come.
Roger & Celeste B.
Virginia

I recently bought a 2005 GMC. I was worried about buying a vehicle without seeing it in person. Mark & Colleen answered all my questions and set my mind at ease. They gave me tips and gave me helpful advice in getting my truck to south Texas. Once I received my truck, the pics did not do it justice. The truck was like a brand new one. I will be looking at Mark & Colleen for my next purchase in the future.
Hank F.
Ingleside, Texas

This is my third vehicle from Handpicked. Excellent dealer. Pleasant experience. Could not be better. Great folks!
Marshall M
Virginia

Mark & Colleen were very friendly & helpful for me, nice to deal with small business rather than Large dealership. Truck was in excellent condition just as described on web site.
Dave
West Virginia


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My sons and I recently purchased a 2003 SLT Dodge Ram from Handpicked Western Trucks. I think most people would say that purchasing an automobile is a total nightmare. We had the opposite experience. We started this process about 4 to 5 months ago in search of the right vehicle for our business. The most amazing thing was that no matter when we called Mark, he always had the time to discuss whatever vehicle we were interested in. We learned a lot from our conversations that we had. The wealth of knowledge that Mark has was the real reason why we never looked anywhere else. My sons decided to wait until Mark found us the right vehicle. I think what makes Handpicked Western Trucks the exception to the rule is the fact that Mark & Colleen have a tremendous amount of passion for what they do on a daily basis. If you ever have the opportunity to purchase a vehicle from Handpicked Western Trucks you will find that from beginning to end, your experience will be something you will never forget. Believe me, the last thing my sons and I wanted to do was to drive 5-1/2 hours to look at purchasing a used truck. In closing, we will tell you that after our experience at Handpicked Western Trucks, we would have driven 5-1/2 days. The only negative thought would be once you make the visit you will probably want to take all of their vehicles home with you.
Jerad, Sal & Jerry Smith
Down & Under Enterprises
New Castle, PA


We live near Handpicked Western Trucks and have often stopped to look at the really nice trucks on display. The owner, Mark, has always been willing to take time to answer questions and talk “truck” with us. We recently purchased a 1997 Ford pick-up from him. The truck was in wonderful condition! All the trucks we’ve seen there are top quality, so making a decision on which one to buy could be a challenge - but we found what we wanted, and the price suited us. Mark’s wife, Colleen, handled all the paper work, making an easy transition for us. It was like dealing with good friends.
Carl and Carol N.

I just wanted to tell Mark thank you for spending his time educating me today over the phone. I will look locally for the grandpa parting with his pride and joy. Best regards and best of luck in business.
Dale F., Dealer
Washington State

Colleen & Mark – Thanks for the help with our truck – Randy has made plans for the dump bed to be built & installed.
Mary B.
Virginia

We saw Handpicked Western Trucks in travels up and down Rt 29. We were in the market for a truck and had looked around locally for a while. We live fairly close by and remembered seeing the nice trucks outside so decided to come here and look. They had just the truck we were looking for. Mark answered all our questions and explained things we hadn’t thought of. Colleen was delightful and we felt very comfortable doing business with her and Mark. Highly recommended by first-time truck owners for honest, low pressure sales of trucks that are as described, if not better.
John C
Virginia

All Handpicked Western Trucks are very nice looking Trucks, very clean. Sounds really good. They take very good care of their vehicles it seems to me. Very friendly people, and are willing to work w/you. The prices are very much in range w/what we were looking for. People need to drive the distance to see these Trucks and test drive one.
J.B.R.
Virginia


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The customer service was great. I heard about Western Handpicked from people around town and driving by, seeing lots of good looking trucks. I enjoy the service because there was no pressure to buy anything and Mark will tell you what he thinks about it. I don’t think you can beat the service or the quality of the trucks.
Justin B.
Virginia

Thank you so much for your sincere honesty and your outstanding professionalism. You both are wonderful people. Eva and I would like to thank you both for helping us get our 1996 Ford F250 4X4. We had been looking for a while without any luck. We had found some trucks on line (EBAY) and just didn’t feel comfortable enough to trust someone with this much money without seeing the truck first. I was looking on Google, a search engine, and your name popped up (Handpicked Western Trucks). I saw some really good looking trucks and still wasn’t convinced to buy online. I called your office and was very pleased to talk with you Colleen. You were very knowledgeable about the trucks and made me feel at ease right away. I wouldn’t hesitate one minute to recommend you both. Together you make a wonderful team. Sincere Thanks,
Michael & Eva F.
PA

We have been to many dealerships and looked at dozens of trucks and couldn’t find just the right one. We pulled into Handpicked Western Trucks and looked at a couple of trucks on the lot. A white truck parked at the side caught our eye. We called a couple of days later and got more info over the phone. They have been so helpful and patient. We came back in the rain and test drove the truck and signed papers that day. Thank you Colleen and Mark for a very comfortable buying experience. I am sure one day we’ll be back to buy another diesel!
William & Stacy C.
Amherst, Virginia

I originally heard about Handpicked Western Trucks from a man at an RV show. This was a very positive experience. Seeing the vehicles online was a huge help because we live over an hour away and Mark was very accommodating. We will recommend your business to everyone. Thank you!
Brett F.
Virginia

I first heard about you from a buddy at work who bought his truck from you. I respect his opinion and so checked your website. I believe I was treated very well almost family. Everyone was helpful and friendly. I gained a great deal from your knowledge and experience. I have already recommended you to a friend who will be shopping soon.
Stephen T
Virginia


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