I have an '02 with the Z-71 package and LOVE it. The ride is great, plenty of leg/head room, and I love the fact that the bed is watertight. It has that heavy cover that can be removed, and a lock on the tailgate. When we go shopping on the weekends, I don't have to worry about putting the stuff in the back seat. I have even washed my truck with groceries in the back, and not a drop of water in their when I'm done. And gas mileage is pretty good. I average 18.5mpg and that is city/hwy combined. Good luck