yeah I bought a Ford

jeverett · #1 09-19-2006, 09:06 AM

After months of looking for something other than my 97 GMC that I bought and didn't like, I now have an 03 Ford F-150 Super Crew. 38K miles fully loaded Lariat lifted w/ 37/12.5/17's. 75K warranty on ANYTHING also.
I know its not a Chevy, but I like it. Probably a stupid decision b/c of gas prices. Whatcha think?

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guumbah · #2 09-19-2006, 09:58 AM

Nice! I'm not really a Ford hater like some, just prefer Chevy. Wasn't your '97 red with grey trim at the bottom???

Anyway, I like it. As long as you do, though, who cares! Right?

Just out of curiosity, what kind of deal did you get on it? My in-laws have a Ford that is almost identical, except that it is a 2002. It's not raised quite as much, but same color, trim, etc. (similar miles and everything). They are trying to sell theirs, but it's been over a year! I keep telling them they are asking too much compared to buying from a dealer. They are basically taking Blue Book value, and adding the FULL RETAIL price of all the aftermarket crap they added to it.

jeverett · #3 09-19-2006, 10:21 AM

Yep, my 97 was red and grey. I didnt really like it when I bought it, I was just making do until I could find something I really really wanted.

I paid 19,900 for it and added a warranty and GAP insurance for a total of....22939.

It seems like its been re-geared, but I think I want a little smaller tire on it. The torsion bars are cranked like crazy so I'm going to let them down a bit.

Sonny01 · #4 09-19-2006, 10:58 AM

Your Ford looks awesome...I have a love/hate affare with my 2000 Silverado...mostly because of the entire braking system. I really like Chevy's and my next truck will have four doors like yours. When I test drove a Ford truck in the past there was alot of bouncing going on front to back. Probably because a Ford frame is built really strong and a Chevy is built on a car frame, or so I'm told. Nothing wrong with that but I need a 3/4 ton 2500 series next time and I'm going to be looking at the F250's also.

BlenderWizard · #5 09-19-2006, 11:07 AM

<sigh> I feel like you've turned to the dark side. At least you didn't get some Jap Crap.

Anyway, I'm more impressed that you found a Ryan's that's still open

carelessthunder · #6 09-19-2006, 11:17 AM

It looks allright for a ford, did you get free towing with that warrenty? I bet with the ford power and those big ole tires you will own half of exxon in no time.

Just a little ford bashin take nonthin personal

92-silverado7.4 · #7 09-19-2006, 11:52 AM

Good luck with ur ford!!!...because I had bad luck with my ford f-250

chuck16 · #8 09-19-2006, 12:32 PM

Nice Truck Jay. Hope it's roomy inside. One thing I found was that the Chevy's appear and feel bigger inside than the Ford's. You certainly won't have any problems looking around way up there.

So much for G/F's with skirts getting in

LOL

jeverett · #9 09-19-2006, 02:16 PM

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Originally Posted by chuck16

So much for G/F's with skirts getting in

LOL

Thats half the fun!!!!!

I really wanted a GM, but I got a good deal, or so I think, on this one. Towing and everything except general service items like brake pads, rotors, etc are covered by the warranty.

I'll probably regret ever buying it, but ya gotta learn from your mistakes.

Before I bought the 9 Z, I had 3 previous Fords and they were excellent trucks. I know the mileage will suck for this thing and I'll probably have to sell it to keep from going into bankruptcy in a few months!! I've already had a few offers on it.

BlenderWizard · #10 09-19-2006, 02:42 PM

does anyone do tuning on Fords, like Allen does?

TexasF355F1 · #11 09-19-2006, 08:37 PM

Cool man. No hatin' on you from me. You found something you liked and it fits your budget. I do think those tires look bad with stock wheels though.

Did you make sure they did the recall that was the culprit of all those fires?

01silverado03z400 · #12 09-20-2006, 02:03 AM

Nice pick! I always liked those supercrews. Those rims and tires look good.

kenwood guy · #13 09-20-2006, 02:18 AM

looks like you changed your mind

sorry jev but I cannot help but wonder .... Would you have still gotten the truck if you did not get a raise??? I guess it comes to show that a ride truly is an extension of your personality

http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbul...=608904&page=3

Great truck man you plan on off roading soon I know I would ...Makes me want to lift mine and hit the dunes

jeverett · #14 09-20-2006, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by kenwood guy

looks like you changed your mind

sorry jev but I cannot help but wonder .... Would you have still gotten the truck if you did not get a raise??? I guess it comes to show that a ride truly is an extension of your personality

http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbul...=608904&page=3

Great truck man you plan on off roading soon I know I would ...Makes me want to lift mine and hit the dunes

Honestly? No I wouldn't have. I would have wanted it really bad and that's it. I'd rather pay monthly for a dependable ride though than have to sink alot of money into an older ride just to keep it on the road. It also makes driving alot more fun if you have a vehicle you enjoy. I looked like a 75 year old man in my GMC. I would have rather had a Chevrolet, or GMC, but I couldn't find any in my budget that didn't have excessive mileage.

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TexasF355F1

Heck no. Is there anywhere on the net to check? I can still go in and haave them look. The service manager is a super hottie!

jeverett · #15 09-20-2006, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by BlenderWizard

does anyone do tuning on Fords, like Allen does?

Dunno. GOod question. I'll look around a little.

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