I prefer the A2 with a winch. I have an A2 and like the sound of the turbo, 1c. The money you save could be applied to a 395 tire/wheel upgrade, remote brake resvoir, and air o matic steering. The A2 looks, feels, and sounds like a milititary truck. I kinda like the manual shifting thing to. Parts and knowledge of the A2 abound from people on the forum as well. I don't think you'll be unhappy with either I just prefer the A2 !