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Buying a used truck
Posted on 1/8/20 at 8:19 pm
Posted on 1/8/20 at 8:19 pm
I have been looking for a 2018-2019 F150 for several months. Nothing fancy, used XLT preferably 30,000 miles or under. I’m also not the least bit picky on color. I have located several matching my description from 25-28k roughly. I would like to stay under 30k. However, these all seem to be former rental/fleet vehicles. How much should this deter me from buying? Something about it says go ahead and buy. But I also picture myself saying “drive it like a rental”. Just looking for the MB’s opinion on the matter. Thank you
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Posted on 1/8/20 at 8:22 pm to SwampBooty
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This post was edited on 10/19/21 at 8:43 am
Posted on 1/8/20 at 8:31 pm to SwampBooty
Can only give you a relevant anecdote. In 2012 I bought a 2011 F150 XLT with about 30k miles that belonged to a rental co. Put 100k miles on it and kept it for 6 years. Never had any major issues.
Posted on 1/8/20 at 8:38 pm to lsutiger2010
That does make sense. Just thinking of the possible individuals that may drive the shite out of it. But you’re right, who am I to think the previous owner didn’t do the same
Posted on 1/8/20 at 9:48 pm to SwampBooty
I understand your concerns. But if it looks good cosmetically, I doubt they've done much damage from any misuse in 30K Miles.
Posted on 1/8/20 at 10:06 pm to SwampBooty
Check Hertz and Enterprise car sales. I doubt you will find a better deal.
Posted on 1/8/20 at 10:30 pm to LEASTBAY
Thanks for the feedback, seems pretty reassuring.
Posted on 1/8/20 at 10:38 pm to SwampBooty
You can buy a new stx for 30k. It will have everything the XLT does.
Posted on 1/9/20 at 6:44 am to SwampBooty
If you haven't check over in Texas. A friend bought his son a used truck and found better deals in Texas.
Posted on 1/9/20 at 7:14 am to SwampBooty
They may have been driven by someone that didn’t pay for it...but rental cars and government fleets are usually maintained pretty close to manufacturer’s specs.
Posted on 1/9/20 at 7:29 am to SwampBooty
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It shouldn't. It should actually be the opposite. Fleet vehicles actually are maintained on a schedule. Who knows if Joe Blow is getting the oil changed when it should be.
This.
But don't get the 10 speed trans. Google it. There are problems with that transmission's shifting that Ford can't fix.
Posted on 1/9/20 at 8:03 am to RedlandsTiger
I don’t think anyone is driving a fleet like an idiot because it’s not their vehicle and their job is on the line.
The only thing to worry about fleet vehicles is that many of them likely sit with the engine on for a long time and AC running but not moving, picture a construction guy. But yeah I don’t think buying a fleet should be a concern these days.
The only thing to worry about fleet vehicles is that many of them likely sit with the engine on for a long time and AC running but not moving, picture a construction guy. But yeah I don’t think buying a fleet should be a concern these days.
Posted on 1/9/20 at 8:30 am to RedlandsTiger
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But don't get the 10 speed trans. Google it. There are problems with that transmission's shifting that Ford can't fix.
I have been driving one for over two years with no issues. It is a fleet vehicle.
Posted on 1/9/20 at 8:33 am to Hamma1122
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Buy new no worries
These comments are useless. The guy told you he wants to buy used.
Posted on 1/9/20 at 8:34 am to lsutiger2010
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It shouldn't. It should actually be the opposite. Fleet vehicles actually are maintained on a schedule. Who knows if Joe Blow is getting the oil changed when it should be.
Fleet vehicles also get the shite beat out of them. I'd never buy a vehicle from any of the fleets that I've seen throughout my years working at several companies
Even with low miles and good maintenance, they all are rough
ETA: That is to say, buying a fleet/rental is just as big a crap shoot as buying used from a private party. It will come down to the specific vehicle you're looking at.
This post was edited on 1/9/20 at 8:36 am
Posted on 1/9/20 at 8:34 am to WPBTiger
In 2015, I bought one from Lamarque that was owned by Enterprise. No issues.
Posted on 1/9/20 at 8:38 am to SwampBooty
If you're actually in Sulphur, take a look at dealerships in Houston. Lot's of inventory. Easy to negotiate online.
I just bought a brand new 2019 F-150. All of Ford was running a special for 0% interest for 72 months. Not sure if your price tag is note driven or you intend to pay cash so that'll be a factor.
I just bought a brand new 2019 F-150. All of Ford was running a special for 0% interest for 72 months. Not sure if your price tag is note driven or you intend to pay cash so that'll be a factor.
Posted on 1/9/20 at 8:39 am to PhiTiger1764
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These comments are useless. The guy told you he wants to buy used.
I disagree. He said how much he’s interested in spending, no harm in letting him know he can get something new for nearly the same price and be worry free.
Posted on 1/9/20 at 8:48 am to thegreatboudini
He can’t get a new XLT for near $25k. But yes I agree I guess it doesn’t hurt to let him know that you can get other new vehicles at that price. Sounds like he’s interested in an XLT though.
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