F150 heavy duty payload
Just spote the first 2016 HD payload on internet. Straight cab 8 feet bed. Does anyone have any info if crew cab HD will be available in 2016? http://www.hannafords.ca/new-inventory/index.htm?tri...
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I've been looking at both F150s and F250s. Both are Crew Cab 4WD 3.73 locking axle, 6.5/6.75' bed, XLT, all the same options, with either 5.0L, 3.5L Ecoboost or the 6.2L Super Duty Engine.
The bang for the buck is the F250. It is by far the cheapest. The F150 with Max Tow and HD payload package is another grand while the 5.0L is about $500 cheaper.
In fact the F250 is actually $3250 cheaper than the Ecoboost with Max Tow and HD Payload because of the F150s crappy rebates.
I run the numbers and continuing to drive a F150 is the best choice because I put about 18,000 miles per year on my truck. "WHEN" gas goes back to about $3.60 a gallon, and it will, I'll be paying about $130/month more to drive a F250 over my current truck.
That's why I decided against the F250 truck I test drove and fell in love with. I've found that most people here and at other forums are getting around 12 to 13 mpg on an average mixed drive. I get around 17.5 mpg.
I really don't want to throw away $130 per month on gas. I also can't be paying $49K for a F150 either! Yes it's the HD payload truck but it has many limitations as I was going to consider buying one.
Besides it's lower axle ratings, it has a lower receiver hitch rating as well. Even though a gasser 6.2L F250 only comes with the 12500/1250 lbs receiver, it can be swapped out for a model that meets or exceeds the 14000/1400 lbs model that comes on the Diesel.
Also the F150 lacks the capability of a HD snow plow even though it can use light duty plows. The new 2016 F150 is over "2100 lbs" lighter than a 2016 F250 also. Even without sway being a problem, wind will push this truck all over compared to a F250. Also, a F250 with it's weight will man handle a trailer much easier in an emergency maneuver.
The Decked out XLT F250 I was looking at was about $48200. Most standard payload F150s on the dealers lot are over $50K.
I haven't bought yet because I'm pissed. Pissed that I can no longer buy a standard or HD payload truck for a decent price. My truck being only 4 years old, was only a bit over $32K. Now to buy a truck with the same features, it's $48000 MSRP and what I'd pay would be "$43500"!!! This truck is NOT worth over $10K more than my current truck. In fact, I like my truck much better!
I like it's standard mirrors better, I like it's looks, stance, heavier weight better, and it's standard 36 gallon gas tank (new standard is a puny 23 gallon tank). I also like that it's STEEL! Not fond of all aluminum truck on a dissimilar metal, Steel frame. Don't know how long those special mounts will keep Galvanic corrosion from happening if they break down from wear and tear, or salt and snow.
I'm having a very hard time, spending my hard earned money on a lesser truck (IMO) that's over $10K more!
Really REALLY liked that F250!
The bang for the buck is the F250. It is by far the cheapest. The F150 with Max Tow and HD payload package is another grand while the 5.0L is about $500 cheaper.
In fact the F250 is actually $3250 cheaper than the Ecoboost with Max Tow and HD Payload because of the F150s crappy rebates.
I run the numbers and continuing to drive a F150 is the best choice because I put about 18,000 miles per year on my truck. "WHEN" gas goes back to about $3.60 a gallon, and it will, I'll be paying about $130/month more to drive a F250 over my current truck.
That's why I decided against the F250 truck I test drove and fell in love with. I've found that most people here and at other forums are getting around 12 to 13 mpg on an average mixed drive. I get around 17.5 mpg.
I really don't want to throw away $130 per month on gas. I also can't be paying $49K for a F150 either! Yes it's the HD payload truck but it has many limitations as I was going to consider buying one.
Besides it's lower axle ratings, it has a lower receiver hitch rating as well. Even though a gasser 6.2L F250 only comes with the 12500/1250 lbs receiver, it can be swapped out for a model that meets or exceeds the 14000/1400 lbs model that comes on the Diesel.
Also the F150 lacks the capability of a HD snow plow even though it can use light duty plows. The new 2016 F150 is over "2100 lbs" lighter than a 2016 F250 also. Even without sway being a problem, wind will push this truck all over compared to a F250. Also, a F250 with it's weight will man handle a trailer much easier in an emergency maneuver.
The Decked out XLT F250 I was looking at was about $48200. Most standard payload F150s on the dealers lot are over $50K.
I haven't bought yet because I'm pissed. Pissed that I can no longer buy a standard or HD payload truck for a decent price. My truck being only 4 years old, was only a bit over $32K. Now to buy a truck with the same features, it's $48000 MSRP and what I'd pay would be "$43500"!!! This truck is NOT worth over $10K more than my current truck. In fact, I like my truck much better!
I like it's standard mirrors better, I like it's looks, stance, heavier weight better, and it's standard 36 gallon gas tank (new standard is a puny 23 gallon tank). I also like that it's STEEL! Not fond of all aluminum truck on a dissimilar metal, Steel frame. Don't know how long those special mounts will keep Galvanic corrosion from happening if they break down from wear and tear, or salt and snow.
I'm having a very hard time, spending my hard earned money on a lesser truck (IMO) that's over $10K more!
Really REALLY liked that F250!
