Im going to check out an 04 f150 FX4 Crew cab tonight. It has 135,000 but is priced well at $10,900. What would you folks check out? Ive heard guys doing compression checks and etc. What I am told so far is he replaced plugs and coils recently which I hear are a PITA. He says there isnt any motor valve train noise, which I somewhat find that hard to believe. So what else do I need to check out? Also price he just listed it yesterday, if everything checks out should I try and offer $10,500? Thanks for the help.:beer:
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Honestly, it's nothing I would jump on. Priced kind of high IMHO. My friend bought an 05 FX4 with 85k miles for $11k 2 years ago that was really clean and had maintanance records of everything ever done to it. I wouldn't even offer anything over $8500, and that's top dollar in my opinion.
Exactly, thats too much money for that truck. Is it at a pre-owned lot or private seller?
Not sure how your used market is, but, that seems high to me.
Older body style, right? (97-2004)
Older body style, right? (97-2004)
With the exception of the Lightning, the "new" body style started in 2004.
In 09 the value dropped. My buddy bought one then, but since its shot back up. Ive kept an eye on them for a few years and this is one of the better deals i have saw. 04 is usually around $15,000 for 100k miles!!
Private
New body style.
Here are a few examples.. Maybe the market is high here??
2005 Ford F150 crew cab 4x4
2003 Ford F150 Super Crew Cab 4X4 421,000 miles!!!!
2007 F150 Crew Cab Lariat
2006 F150 super crew 4x4
http://swmi.craigslist.org/cto/4260860589.html
2005 Ford F150 crew cab 4x4
2003 Ford F150 Super Crew Cab 4X4 421,000 miles!!!!
2007 F150 Crew Cab Lariat
2006 F150 super crew 4x4
http://swmi.craigslist.org/cto/4260860589.html
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Trucks are so overpriced right now it's not even funny.
If you want a decent 4x4 with under 100K miles, its going to be around $20,000.
If you want a decent 4x4 with under 100K miles, its going to be around $20,000.
Buying a used truck is always a questionable situation because you truly never know whats up with that vehicle. Looking at their function and use, its almost guaranteed to be abused in one way or another. I more or less would focus on any leaking fluids around the valve covers, transmission, rear ect as well as using your best judgement. A truck with 110k that has been used will likely have a drip here and there. If everything is spotless clean and isnt titled to an old lady you should be asking some questions. I would also pull a spark plug or two and see how the engine is. A plug can tell a big story. Your handing some stranger 10k you are allowed to ask any questions and check anything you please.
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Just for reference, at my store I have a 2009 F-150 ext. cab, XLT, 49k miles and its advertised at $22,900. Idk if this will help you in anyway I just thought I'd throw it out there.
And thats retail. Guessing private party would be under $20k.
And thats retail. Guessing private party would be under $20k.
That year was the first year they used vacuum hubs. Check the 4x4, makes sure it engages and will also shift into low range. Also, listen to see if the hubs are bad, while driving with the windows down it will kinda sound like chains dangling and hitting the road.
Depends on the truck, cause you can easily get a 4x4 4.0 Ranger for well under $20k.
Fly down south and buy a truck. No rust.
Seriously.
Seriously.
I paid 15,800 for my 07 Lariat Screw with 109,000km. The plugs are a major PIA, mine are still original and need doing. The 04's had trouble with the cam phasers. They sound like a diesel when they go. And exhaust manifold gaskets suck too.
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