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2015 F-150 Thoughts, Reviews and Opinions
Posted on 8/4/15 at 1:29 pm
Posted on 8/4/15 at 1:29 pm
I am in the market for a new truck. I am a Toyota guy (always have been when it comes to vehicles). That said, the Toyota Tundra is not that enticing to me right now for some reason.
I have looked a little at the F150 (King Ranch, of course
) here lately...and have talked to a few owners.
I have heard two differing stories and wanted to get the OBs opinion.
One guy I know that has one loves it...loves the power, acceleration, interior, etc. Another guys really is unimpressed. He says the aluminum body rattles like a tin can.
What is the opinion of the OB on these trucks?
I have looked a little at the F150 (King Ranch, of course
) here lately...and have talked to a few owners. I have heard two differing stories and wanted to get the OBs opinion.
One guy I know that has one loves it...loves the power, acceleration, interior, etc. Another guys really is unimpressed. He says the aluminum body rattles like a tin can.
What is the opinion of the OB on these trucks?
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Posted on 8/4/15 at 1:34 pm to DeltaDoc
I had an order placed at the local dealership for a 2015 Lariat with FX4 trim. I personally didn't care for the new look once i sat in it so I cancelled the order and picked up a 2014 FX4. I picked the FX4 over the TRD Tundra for a few small reasons.
Each person is different on looks that appeal to them. Does the guy with the rattling actually own the truck? Just curious.
Each person is different on looks that appeal to them. Does the guy with the rattling actually own the truck? Just curious.
Posted on 8/4/15 at 1:34 pm to Uncle Brady
quote:
Does the guy with the rattling actually own the truck? Just curious.
Yes
Posted on 8/4/15 at 1:40 pm to DeltaDoc
The 2016 F150 will have Sync 3 instead of the crap that it currently has. This is only important if you use the voice activation for stuff.
Posted on 8/4/15 at 2:08 pm to DeltaDoc
I have a 2015 Platinum and don't have any rattling. I only have about 4,000 miles on it so far but it feels and sounds as well built as any other vehicle I've owned. I'm really pleased with it.
Posted on 8/4/15 at 2:21 pm to DeltaDoc
I couldn't dig the aluminium body. I found a 2014 F150 XLT with 5 miles on it. Snatched it up on Mothers Day. Love it so far. Absolutely zero complaints on my part for what its worth.
This post was edited on 8/4/15 at 2:29 pm
Posted on 8/4/15 at 2:21 pm to DeltaDoc
$10k off the XLT right now.
Posted on 8/4/15 at 2:37 pm to lud0
quote:
I couldn't dig the aluminium body
Why? Stronger and lighter than steel. Ford subsidizes the repair bill if necessary.
GM is already planning their aluminum body trucks, hope you like Rams.
Posted on 8/4/15 at 2:39 pm to DeltaDoc
I love mine. I've had zero issues with it. Love the power (3.5L eco boost) and acceleration.
Posted on 8/4/15 at 2:44 pm to hawgndodge
You got a leveling kit or is that front end factory height?
Posted on 8/4/15 at 2:45 pm to DeltaDoc
quote:
Thoughts
I want one
eta: with the ecoboost of course
This post was edited on 8/4/15 at 2:46 pm
Posted on 8/4/15 at 2:50 pm to DeltaDoc
I have a 15 Lariat FX4, love it, no problems only 4K miles though
Posted on 8/4/15 at 2:51 pm to Polar Pop
Leveling kit. It just doesn't look right without one IMO.
Posted on 8/4/15 at 2:51 pm to DeltaDoc
quote:
I am a Toyota guy
You want to go from a reliable, well built truck to a domestic? Prayers sent.
Posted on 8/4/15 at 2:52 pm to PapaPogey
If you're not hauling I'd look at the 2.7 eco boost. Great mileage and still good power.
Posted on 8/4/15 at 2:52 pm to kywildcatfanone
quote:
Prayers sent.
Opinions are like assholes, huh?
Posted on 8/4/15 at 2:53 pm to Uncle Brady
quote:
I had an order placed at the local dealership for a 2015 Lariat with FX4 trim. I personally didn't care for the new look once i sat in it so I cancelled the order and picked up a 2014 FX4.
I like the '14 interior better, IMO, the '15 exterior is growing on me with certain trim levels. However some of the trim levels look like shite, IMO
I Love my '14 FX4 though
Posted on 8/4/15 at 3:01 pm to Ice Cream Sammich
quote:
Opinions are like assholes, huh?
Ignore that a-hole, he offers nothing to threads like these.
Was waiting to see his name show up and troll in this thread
Posted on 8/4/15 at 4:23 pm to hawgndodge
Did the leveling kit affect your mpg? What are you averaging mpg with the 3.5 ecoboost?
Posted on 8/4/15 at 4:25 pm to DeltaDoc
ive been shopping them hardcore. right now you can get 10k off the XLT or 7,500 off the Lariat, KR, or Platinum.
personally i do not care for the Platinum's rims. otherwise i love the exterior and interior aesthetics it offers.
i really like the options that come with the KR, but not sure i care for hte "western" feel.
think the Lariat offers the best deal since you can get EVERYTHING the other two have for 3-5K less, depending on options. (everything for the most part. KR and Platinum have some upgraded leather, little bit of trim here and there, and vibrating seats. not sure it's stuff work the price difference. the 2 nice models are really for exclusivity IMO).
Fully loaded Lariat is around 57k. KR and Platinum are both 62k loaded out i think.
also the discounts are INCLUSIVE of the 1,500 rebate that Ford has going on right now.
as far as drive. we are/were between a Yukon Denali, Chevy Tahoe, or F-150. My wife X'd the tahoe immediately in favor of the Denali. Then after further review of the Denali and F-150 she actually prefers the F-150 (to my fricking shock).
as far as ride, i've only test driven. i test drove a fully loaded Lariat, FX4, the works. This was at courtesy in Breaux Bridge and it was a bumpier test area. The truck road very well and was surprisingly VERY quiet. almost unnervingly because i had to make conversation with the salesman.
Off Topic, the Denali rides like a dream. that was it's most redeeming value when i test drove it. i did not like that they shrunk them down. the second seats feel cramped and the storage area/3rd seat isn't as spacey as it used to be.
good luck, let us know what you do since i am also shopping. my problem is i'm upside down on my car by about 4k
personally i do not care for the Platinum's rims. otherwise i love the exterior and interior aesthetics it offers.
i really like the options that come with the KR, but not sure i care for hte "western" feel.
think the Lariat offers the best deal since you can get EVERYTHING the other two have for 3-5K less, depending on options. (everything for the most part. KR and Platinum have some upgraded leather, little bit of trim here and there, and vibrating seats. not sure it's stuff work the price difference. the 2 nice models are really for exclusivity IMO).
Fully loaded Lariat is around 57k. KR and Platinum are both 62k loaded out i think.
also the discounts are INCLUSIVE of the 1,500 rebate that Ford has going on right now.
as far as drive. we are/were between a Yukon Denali, Chevy Tahoe, or F-150. My wife X'd the tahoe immediately in favor of the Denali. Then after further review of the Denali and F-150 she actually prefers the F-150 (to my fricking shock).
as far as ride, i've only test driven. i test drove a fully loaded Lariat, FX4, the works. This was at courtesy in Breaux Bridge and it was a bumpier test area. The truck road very well and was surprisingly VERY quiet. almost unnervingly because i had to make conversation with the salesman.
Off Topic, the Denali rides like a dream. that was it's most redeeming value when i test drove it. i did not like that they shrunk them down. the second seats feel cramped and the storage area/3rd seat isn't as spacey as it used to be.
good luck, let us know what you do since i am also shopping. my problem is i'm upside down on my car by about 4k
This post was edited on 8/4/15 at 4:27 pm
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