The Mazda BT-50 has worn two hats: early models share bones with the Ford Ranger, while 2020-onward versions are Isuzu D-Max underneath. Across both, most woes are diesel-ute classics rather than catastrophes.
Service history is king; a pre-purchase inspection and a scan for codes beat blind faith and a servo sausage roll. Many are stout workhorses when maintained, so budget for proper fluids, decent tyres, and the odd sensor tantrum.
