Goodbye Terminator Hello Exploder Sport

[vinny89gt]

I've been looking at the new Explorers for a while and a couple days ago I finally sold my 03 10th. It certainly was a sad day, I just never drove it. I needed something with more space, more creature comforts, that was also fun to drive.

I went out over the weekend and splurged; got a 2014 fully loaded Explorer Sport. Got it for about $6k below MSRP so based on the market I think I got a steal.

This is the first new car I've ever purchased and the technology alone is unbelievable. Its a wonder the damn thing doesn't drive itself.

The Eco boost is also incredible. Loads of power and hearing those turbos spool is excellent.

I honestly don't know what anyone would settle for a Limited when they could spend a few bucks more and get one of these beasts.

I would highly recommend.

 

[heffs03mach1]

I have a stock 12 srt8 jeep grand cherokee that can hurt your feelings!

 

[vinny89gt]

Ha. I just couldn't afford the extra for the SRT8. Besides I wanted the extra seating.

 

[Sn95Snake]

Looks like it would be a great family car!

 

[Wildman113]

Nice purchase!! The Explorer Sport is a great SUV, like you said the Ecoboost is definitely worth the extra money.

Too bad you had to sell your 10th though!!

 

[ArtVandalay16]

Thought about buying one of these for the wife to replace the Denali. Nice buy.

 

[big reg]

Nice pickup. I love these things. I did not know they could be had that far below MSRP.

 

[R.D.P.]

Looks like it would be a great family car!

I agree, I could see owning one down the road for our primary family vehicle - but selling your Terminator for one :??:

 

[vinny89gt]

I agree, I could see owning one down the road for our primary family vehicle - but selling your Terminator for one :??:

Had my Cobra for almost 3 years and put less than 2k miles on it. Living in the mountains it constantly snows.

I just couldn't enjoy it.

I'll drive the Explorer nearly every day.

 

[HEMI LOL]

I have a stock 12 srt8 jeep grand cherokee that can hurt your feelings!

cool story bro.


the 3.5EB is a great engine. throw a tune on it and enjoy. our SHO has been flawless and runs high 13s@101-103 bone stock and get nearly 30MPG on the hwy.

 

[blowngt]

Outstanding addition.

I just got an XLT for work and was looking for a sport for the wife. Problem is they won't deal much with the sport (still asking for $46k with the 401a package).

I tried truecars.com and got a better quote (just under $42k), so I'm waiting to see how that goes.

What's your initial impression of the 3.5L Ecoboost and how's the fuel mileage been???

I didn't realize it, but they're now offering a 2.0L Ecoboost on the Limited. I would think that would be severely underpowered for the weight of that truck.........

 

[ctgreddy]

^x2!

I raced my bosses last fall and i believe it's still the only explorer sport in the 12's. With simple bolt ons as well. These ecoboosts wake up with a tune for sure, talking like 30/50 whp/tq with a tune.

 

[ViperBlueCobra]

I picked up mine in July. I love mine! Congrats and enjoy.

I picked mine up for 4k under msrp. But I was a repeat customer buying multiple mustangs from the same dealer.

 

[da5deuce]

I love sitting in these vehicles. So comfortable and the sync just makes you feel like you're at home chillin.

 

[MKSVT]

I have a stock 12 srt8 jeep grand cherokee that can hurt your feelings!

I have a stock 14 srt8 jeep grand cherokee with the 8 speed ,that can hurt your feelings!

 

[9cobra4]

^x2!

I raced my bosses last fall and i believe it's still the only explorer sport in the 12's. With simple bolt ons as well. These ecoboosts wake up with a tune for sure, talking like 30/50 whp/tq with a tune.

Unless your boss is Ken Bjonnes, that statement is not true. Not saying he's the only one in the 12's, but I know for a fact his went 12's last year.

 

[DaBigBone]

Nice choice

 

[svtshadow]

i have a stock 14 srt8 jeep grand cherokee with the 8 speed ,that can hurt your feelings!

owned

 

[SVTORANGE]

Looking Good

 

[5spd07gt]

congrats, I love those.