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Ford F-150 SUPERCREW
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Otherwise all else is great except the visits to the gas station. 1.65 for regular here. Put 38.00 bucks in today...wew
Why are there so many posts that ask the question of getting a good deal after they have signed the papers? are there ways of getting better financing after the deal is closed?
I leased mine last year and felt I got a fair deal. are there ways to get a better deal at this point in time?
............GO SPURS GO!!!....................
Thanks,
Mark
Thanks,
Pete
don't know for sure about the 4.6l engine, but the owner's manual for my 01' 5.4l supercrew says to only use 87 octane. using a more expensive fuel (ie...premium) is a waste of money...
Thanks.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has decided to proceed with an investigation of more than 800,000 Ford trucks after dozens of owners said they lost steering control. At least 50 owners of 1999 and 2000 Super Duty F-Series pickups have complained about a fracture in the steering gear sector shaft, which makes the front wheels turn when the driver moves the steering wheel. At least 41 crashes and 13 injuries have been reported to Ford and NHTSA.
yikes!
Also, how long did it take Ford to switch out the radiator bwexler1 since Ford installed the small radiator with the trailer towing package?
Also, does anyone know about the HomeLink/TravelNotes system that is available for the Supercrews? I know that it is located in the sun visor on the driver's side and that it can be programmed to open garage doors and do various other things, but does it come standard for King Ranch Supercrews? I tried to get this item on my King Ranch when I ordered it, but the salesman said it did not show up on their computer as an option yet. When I talked with him a few days ago, he said that he had done some checking and several of the new King Ranch Supercrews that had just arrived had this HomeLink option already installed.
Anyone have any experience with the back sliding window being upgraded to a power sliding window? Just wondering if it was worth the money. Some of the documentation says that they install the 'switch' somewhere on the dash. Any idea where on the dash?
50 owners complained. making that 0.005 percent of the 1999-2000 trucks. (that's 5 thousands of one percent of vehicles sold)
41 crashes REPORTED(No evidence this steering wheel fracture was the cause found) and that is 4.1 thousandths of one percent of vehicles sold)
So don't get alarmed by this scare tactic post. I'm not discounting any possible issues with the steering gear shaft, just stating the actual percent of vehicles.
But here's a possiblity, a front end collision could provide enough stress to front end parts. And I we all know the steering wheel, and any shafts and gears in between is connected to the front wheels. So maybe this is an effect, not the cause?
according to the ford website, homelink is indeed standard on the king ranch edition s-crew.
my s-crew is very buttoned down and drives like a dream. absolutely no problem here!
milt, unless you can provide more info, your post is useless and utterly unbelievable!
milt, fyi...my 01 supercrew rides and drives much better than my 97 ram did. i could care less about the tundra (too small and too pricey) or the chevy (too many interior squeaks and rattles).
kbehnke: No, it's not a Nissan.
if all this runaround is about the 02' ram, how bout' you post your "top secret" observations in the 02' ram topic instead of here?
fredvon4: Weight in the bed improves the ride. I never called anyone stupid or even suggested it. I only said that the Ford was the only truck there I would not recommend. If that makes me a Ford basher, so be it. I really didn't think anyone was going to listen to me anyway. BTW-I have hated Toyotas all my life, imagine how disappointing it was for to me to discover that it was the best all-around vehicle there.
My point is anyone considering a new Ford S-Crew should test drive the competition first. Nothing more, nothing less. Draw your own conclusions after the test drives.
there is no competition for the s-crew. it is a one of kind until the 02' quad cab dodge comes out early this fall. there are other "true" crew cab trucks out there, but they are heavy duty versions and shouldn't be compared with the 1/2 ton supercrew.
"I'll just say that the Ford is the only one that quickly dropped off the recommend list."
" I can't understand how they sell so many of these things considering how they drive. (Same thing goes for Explorers.) "
There are some folks here that are indeed looking for advice on new or usedFord purchase. However the ongoing discussions clearly indicate a group on current Ford owners. Having used all the previously mentioned criteria to purchase the truckes we own, I think it would be pretty obvious that you "help" is dirrected at the wrong group. What would you have us do, go immediatly down to Ford and demand our money back? I would admit that your sage advice to drive the competition first is sound. And I again state that if your in the market for a gas guzzling Caddy comfort ride with no load, buy buy a soft cushy chev, dodge, whatever. Superduty Ford trucks are designed to haul and carry loads. Unladen they will beat you to death on bad roads.
See ya, Bob
Real-World performance? Any engine/drivetrain quirks? Electrical? Sunroof tight? Body Integrity (squeaks/rattles)?
Local Ford dealers (San Antonio, Tx) have plenty of XLT SCrews and a few 4x4's. One dealer lists internet prices which are averaging about $400 above invoice on the SCrews.
Volhater...go to www.carbuyingtips.com and read the section on extended warranties. Excellent site for research.
Are there any significant differences between a fully loaded XLT and a loaded Lariat? Seem to only be cosmetic differences.
I anticipate getting the vehicle at invoice with 2.9% financing for 3 years. Any better deals out there that you have heard of?
Do I have a stronger negotiation position if I order what I want from the dealer or "settle" for a Supercrew on the lot that might not be the color, or have all the options I want? I don't trust dealer to cut sunroof in for me. any thoughts?
Seems like the best time to purchase is right now. $500 rebate, 2.9% financing, get the vehicle at invoice, and I've accrued $2700 in rebates on Citibank/Ford credit card, and end of the month. Could the deals get any sweeter than right now?
Any comments would be much appreciated.
I bought this truck as a loss-leader for $2000 below invoice. This was after the $500 rebate. Keep in mind that you either get 2.9APR or the rebate, not both.
Love the truck.
Any thoughts?