I love Excursions! I sold my first one (a V10) a few years ago after owning it for 15 years. I missed it so much that I bought another V10 in November. Ford really needs to listen to their customers and start making them again.
@@jujjiphool9707 In late 1999 for the 2000 model year, Ford released Excursion to compete with the Chevy Suburban. They sold about 65,000 units, WAY more than they expected. However in 2001 they only sold about 15,000, and even less in 2002. They gave it an update in 2003 with 2 new trims and more tech, but after the 2005 model year they decided they couldn't keep the sales high enough, which is why they discontinued it.
A couple of years ago my wifes company planned a trip. I was chosen to drive the V10 Excursion with 8 people and the luggage that comes with them from Denver, CO to Salida, Co to do some white water rafting. it had no problem climbing up the Kenosha Pass with all the weight. Also had no problem cruising at 75mph either.
We owned a 2000 Ford Excursion Limited Version for 10 years, basically hauled our 4 kids around in it while they were growing up. Great Machine, was always reliable. A little big but you get used to it after you drive it a while. Only thing I hated about it was 10 miles per gallon!
This truck has a set of the VERY rare rear hatch Net Storage Containers! It's incredibly rare to see that and impossible to find a set for sale. Ussually it's just plastic and carpet there. Good job!
I own my great uncle Excursion he had since brand new. It passed diwn to me he barely drove much. Currently sitting at 38,000 miles. I only drive it 3 times a year.
What gets me about these things is that 10 years ago the only time you'd see them is in the ghetto areas...all worn out, spewing black smoke and body panels hanging off. Now I hear that a really clean 7.3 Limited or Bauer will sell for nearly 40 grand. Those V10s are good motors...but a buddy of mine who had one told me he couldn't get out of the single digits no matter how hard he tried. Said it did better on the highway...around 13. Good, but thirsty. The new Godzilla (which I have) is better in town, around 11...and it's getting close to 15 on the highway if I take it easy. The drawback with these older vehicles is the transmission...just not enough gears.
When we finalized the clay models in March of 1993 for 99+ super duty and f650 and f750, we snagged an occupant package for the chevy suburban, made it a few inches bigger everywhere and BANG! Now you know 1 of about 75 people who have something to do with it's existence!!
@@BenDover-pd8hg long ago back then the lead time from design to somewhat reliable prototypes was 3 years, we had quality issues, but not like today. 18 months is the norm today. And junk is what's being built today. I almost don't want to own a car after 2011, 2014 trucks. I have a 2002 escort zx2, 04 mustang, 10 focus!
I own one just like this, 2000, XLT, V10, Loaded like yours. It has about 180,000 miles too! Yours is in so much better shape overall though. MPG is definitely a complaint but otherwise it's a decent SUV.
We bought a 2001 7.3 excursion back in 2004. It's 2023 I still drive it a couple of days a week it's got 298,000 mi on it still runs like a clock. I would just really love to get a paint job on it, it would be well worth it.
I have 2 2000 excursions. One white 4wd and one red rwd both limiteds with the V-10 motors. Some years ago I took my white one to the dealership because it seemed to be using oil. The meachanic told me that the V-10 was designed to blow an oil aerasol out thru the exhaust valves to keep them in good shape. So it wasn't that it was burning oil but rather it was just a design feature of the V-10 motor.
I like them. I know they won't bring them back but I would test a shorter version. The long Expedition sells good so a slightly shorter Excursion would sell because it would be less imposing. Dodge Ram needed SUV like that
You better put the original mass air flow sensor and air filter back on before you ruin the engine, what did you think you were improving with that K&N filter ?
I wouldn't want it in a diesel. Rattle and smells v10 is better for this set up. I had a 7.3 they good for a pickup truck not really for suv if you ask me
I had a used 98 E350 uhaul with the v10. 200k miles, used it for junk removal. I would pack that thing full of whatever with my full dump trailer and it just pulled whatever, it truly didn’t give a fuck.
What model or year has the pilot seats in the 2nd row also. I want a Excursion but trying to find one without the solid second row is hard to find. Excursions are the King of SUVs Ford needs to bring them back
During the fires in San Diego, I drove from Julian to city picking people along the way. Ended up with 22 people two goats 5 caged cats one dog ( mine, pains me to put him the category of animals ). Cops gave me escort last five miles and nothing was said about no seat belts and people laying across each other. Then volunteered my excision to pull horse trailers after that. I did not do that run. Good SUV. Believe it has frame of a 350 ford, correct me if I am wrong. Gas mileage sucks. I hear there are plug ins you can buy that will increase your gas mileage but still have not found them. Great for towing boats. But girls get so disappointed when I jump out and I am not as tall as I look sitting in it. ehhh can't have everything. 😇
@@benbaum1415 350 frame on excision. easy enough look up. notorious for gulping gas. All true. Nothing too out of the ordinary in my/ our world. What part seemed too out there.
In terms of reliability, any of the 7.3s. V10 is just as reliable if you take good care of the engine. I would go for an 05 V10 just for the newer features on the interior though.
@kenny kennysson lol, NOT!...8.1s get the same mileage as the V10's not to mention excursions have significantly more range then GM junk with tiny gas tanks.
@Hog Life & Freedom UM , NOT! The V10 gets the same mileage as the 8.1, makes almost the same power on less displacement, and has more mileage range since GM junk like to put small fuel tanks in the 8.1 trucks.
You didn’t even explain why you should buy a vehicle like this. Clean truck no doubt but pretty pointless review. I did enjoy the exhaust note. Next time add more information about the rig and self hand experiences overall. Lot of things to address about these rigs.
I've had my 02 V10 excursion since 2010.. I've tried to sell it a few times but every time I post it and start getting hits I take it off. I just can't sell it. I love that thing. Also. Mine is on a 1 ton chassis
I have one too, a big waste on fuel but is definitely worth it. Your's is on a 1 ton chassis? Did you replace the original one with a chassis from a F-350?
@@kevinbordeaux4831Thanks for the explanation! I've heard of it before but wasn't sure if it was just an option to begin with, or if ppl just mod theirs.
@@FrozenDonut13 honestly I thought mine was on a 1 ton chassis. When I bought it but when I did the front end add a leafe to my springs and the air bags I was told it is now a 1 ton. In any event I just can't sell it lol
Enjoy changing your flux capacitor and whatever other bs diesel mechanics make up to rape your wallet for $2k at a time. V10s have a good track record and have been used in just about everything for a couple decades. Parts everywhere to keep them going. You can't go wrong either way in my opinion. My brothers both have the 7.3 and I see the benefits to both
I love Excursions! I sold my first one (a V10) a few years ago after owning it for 15 years. I missed it so much that I bought another V10 in November. Ford really needs to listen to their customers and start making them again.
I always loved the ford excursions as a kid I always wanted one don't know why ford stopped making them???
I’m afraid that if they do bring it back that they’ll do the same thing to it that they did when they brought back the Bronco
Which model year you have ? Its hard to find one now a days. If i get a decent one i will buy it asap.
100K EASY
@@jujjiphool9707 In late 1999 for the 2000 model year, Ford released Excursion to compete with the Chevy Suburban. They sold about 65,000 units, WAY more than they expected. However in 2001 they only sold about 15,000, and even less in 2002. They gave it an update in 2003 with 2 new trims and more tech, but after the 2005 model year they decided they couldn't keep the sales high enough, which is why they discontinued it.
A couple of years ago my wifes company planned a trip. I was chosen to drive the V10 Excursion with 8 people and the luggage that comes with them from Denver, CO to Salida, Co to do some white water rafting. it had no problem climbing up the Kenosha Pass with all the weight. Also had no problem cruising at 75mph either.
We owned a 2000 Ford Excursion Limited Version for 10 years, basically hauled our 4 kids around in it while they were growing up. Great Machine, was always reliable. A little big but you get used to it after you drive it a while. Only thing I hated about it was 10 miles per gallon!
Well, 10 mpg is a darn good thing to hate.
@@roberthenry9319 agreed
I'll trade mpg for reliability any day.
It deserves a polish to the headlights lenses...great truck indeed
Bullet proof!
Polish to the headlights and then cover with STONE GUARD. DID MINE IN 2002 and they still look great.
Absolutely - only thing that lets it down
As an owner of a 2002 Excursion, this is a clean vehicle. Nice upgrades and well kept. 👍👍👍. 2-13-22
Thank you so much
Why the nasty little pictures of a baby boy's penis?
He just spent $30 in gas by revving it up at the beginning. That’s dedication
On the V10…. Yeah hahaha. I have a 7.3 chipped and bigger turbo. I can get 1,000 mile a tank but it’s damn near $200 data fill hahaha.
This truck has a set of the VERY rare rear hatch Net Storage Containers! It's incredibly rare to see that and impossible to find a set for sale. Ussually it's just plastic and carpet there. Good job!
I'd like to own a set of those, the carpets on my doors are getting kind of gross.
I own my great uncle Excursion he had since brand new. It passed diwn to me he barely drove much. Currently sitting at 38,000 miles. I only drive it 3 times a year.
What gets me about these things is that 10 years ago the only time you'd see them is in the ghetto areas...all worn out, spewing black smoke and body panels hanging off. Now I hear that a really clean 7.3 Limited or Bauer will sell for nearly 40 grand. Those V10s are good motors...but a buddy of mine who had one told me he couldn't get out of the single digits no matter how hard he tried. Said it did better on the highway...around 13. Good, but thirsty. The new Godzilla (which I have) is better in town, around 11...and it's getting close to 15 on the highway if I take it easy. The drawback with these older vehicles is the transmission...just not enough gears.
Exactly!!!! Thanks for watching
The ghetto people don't buy/cant afford the diesel 7.3
We just had our 01 4R100 rebuilt with an update kit for $2000.00 installed, we haul a 14-horse trailer around no problem.
Yep, the trans rebuild is inevitable, no reason to not upgrade when it is out. I did that at 195k miles.
When we finalized the clay models in March of 1993 for 99+ super duty and f650 and f750, we snagged an occupant package for the chevy suburban, made it a few inches bigger everywhere and BANG! Now you know 1 of about 75 people who have something to do with it's existence!!
How far ahead do they start designing the next generation
@@BenDover-pd8hg long ago back then the lead time from design to somewhat reliable prototypes was 3 years, we had quality issues, but not like today. 18 months is the norm today. And junk is what's being built today. I almost don't want to own a car after 2011, 2014 trucks. I have a 2002 escort zx2, 04 mustang, 10 focus!
You are among the final generation of people who designed cars that actually look like cars, instead of jellybeans.
I own one just like this, 2000, XLT, V10, Loaded like yours. It has about 180,000 miles too! Yours is in so much better shape overall though. MPG is definitely a complaint but otherwise it's a decent SUV.
Awesome video. I love my Excursion... couldn't imagine driving anything else. She's a beast, I cry at the pump lol but I wouldn't change a thing.
I can relate!!😂Do you still own it?
@@FrozenDonut13 Indeed I do. 🥰
I'd love to buy one ... IF THERE WERE ANY!!!
I love mine, but to be honest. A little bit of a white elephant. It is great if you have second car. Gas will kill you.
We bought a 2001 7.3 excursion back in 2004. It's 2023 I still drive it a couple of days a week it's got 298,000 mi on it still runs like a clock. I would just really love to get a paint job on it, it would be well worth it.
I have 2 2000 excursions. One white 4wd and one red rwd both limiteds with the V-10 motors. Some years ago I took my white one to the dealership because it seemed to be using oil. The meachanic told me that the V-10 was designed to blow an oil aerasol out thru the exhaust valves to keep them in good shape. So it wasn't that it was burning oil but rather it was just a design feature of the V-10 motor.
These are beasts
They’re like Suburbans but for men.
Those back seats can unclip and spin around and clip in place perfect for drive ins etc
7.3 is way to go
i have the 2000 xlt triton v8 and its runs like a champ, there's nothing like it ✊😉
We love our 01 Excursion V10. It can do anything. 90.000 for a Ford F250 limited?? That monthly payment would put a lot of gas in the excursion.
The V10’s are so much more reliable, they’re very capable tow rigs and they’re significantly cheaper to buy
Hard to find a good one wih a good price
Not more than a 7.3
I wouldn't agree. Prices on these are going sky rocket.
Dont spark plugs come out
@@cirbar3467the 5.4 V8s have that issue
Just picked one up with 150k miles for 5k been looking for one that in pretty decent condition
Sold my f250 wasn’t enough cab room. Departing on getting one of these now.
Congratulations 🎊. Thanks for watching
I like them. I know they won't bring them back but I would test a shorter version. The long Expedition sells good so a slightly shorter Excursion would sell because it would be less imposing. Dodge Ram needed SUV like that
Beautiful car
I have a 2002 limited V10 2wd....252000 miles on it. Only problem is tears in sears
Im saving up to buy one, cant wait
You better put the original mass air flow sensor and air filter back on before you ruin the engine, what did you think you were improving with that K&N filter ?
tha'ts a handsome machine, must be garaged
Get one with a 7.3 if chasing value. The v10s are much cheaper for a reason.
Gas vehicles are always cheaper to fuel and maintain. During war diesel and related components become significantly more expensive.
I wouldn't want it in a diesel. Rattle and smells v10 is better for this set up. I had a 7.3 they good for a pickup truck not really for suv if you ask me
I had a used 98 E350 uhaul with the v10. 200k miles, used it for junk removal. I would pack that thing full of whatever with my full dump trailer and it just pulled whatever, it truly didn’t give a fuck.
Thought about a V10 but got another diesel. Still might but 4 cap chairs for me.
Amazing looking truck..!
Thanks !!!!
Them five revs was like 40 bucks no lie 🤯
Worth the price
I want one so bad but I cant hardly afford the cost of gas in my 13 5.0 and it gets better mpg
Shit like this makes me wanna live in America
It is pretty nice. Come over!!! Where do you currently live?
The excursion is the most American vehicle ever
2 guys 1 WHAT!?
*After trepidly watching the video I feel better now.
Hahah thanks for watching;)
Nice!
If only these weren’t so randomly expensive
They hold their value very well
@@twoguysonecoupe1050 too well. After this video I was looking for one and they’re like 10k for one that has over 200,000 miles on it
@@georgelaflarethat’s cheap!
I am selling my 2004 diesel, no longer need it, works perfectly, kids in college and they drive themselves to where they need to go.
my favorite land boat & jaguar saloon.
I owned 2 of them and my wife said it's like trying to shop a school bus it's so huge.
It did feel like that riding in the back. So comfortable though haha
Please ditch the early 2000's wheels.....otherwise it is awesome....my 01 7.3 is amazing and becoming more and more desirable.
What model or year has the pilot seats in the 2nd row also. I want a Excursion but trying to find one without the solid second row is hard to find. Excursions are the King of SUVs Ford needs to bring them back
Late 02, 03, 04 limited only
During the fires in San Diego, I drove from Julian to city picking people along the way. Ended up with 22 people two goats 5 caged cats one dog ( mine, pains me to put him the category of animals ). Cops gave me escort last five miles and nothing was said about no seat belts and people laying across each other. Then volunteered my excision to pull horse trailers after that. I did not do that run. Good SUV. Believe it has frame of a 350 ford, correct me if I am wrong. Gas mileage sucks. I hear there are plug ins you can buy that will increase your gas mileage but still have not found them. Great for towing boats. But girls get so disappointed when I jump out and I am not as tall as I look sitting in it. ehhh can't have everything. 😇
@@benbaum1415 350 frame on excision. easy enough look up. notorious for gulping gas. All true. Nothing too out of the ordinary in my/ our world. What part seemed too out there.
Tell me your exhaust setup
Which year and model do y’all think is the best (most reliable)?
In terms of reliability, any of the 7.3s. V10 is just as reliable if you take good care of the engine. I would go for an 05 V10 just for the newer features on the interior though.
Is it a manual?
It looks new.
At $5 a gallon , this v10 will cost you alot of money!
Less than 8.1 V8 from GM.
8.1 has more power and better fuel mileage
@kenny kennysson lol, NOT!...8.1s get the same mileage as the V10's not to mention excursions have significantly more range then GM junk with tiny gas tanks.
@Hog Life & Freedom UM , NOT! The V10 gets the same mileage as the 8.1, makes almost the same power on less displacement, and has more mileage range since GM junk like to put small fuel tanks in the 8.1 trucks.
Worth it ;)
What state is this in? All of them here are rust buckets, including mine.
Nc:)
Amazing
Thanks 😊
Is it 4wheel drive
What's the MPGs on that bad mama Jama
Around 12-15 :)
@@twoguysonecoupe1050 wow. I have a 2002 f250 v10, I just got it 2 months ago but I've never seen better than 9 mpg out of it :/
Wait till it starts spitting out it's spark plugs and the nightmare that's involved getting it all fixed.
Well shoot. Just bought one and didn’t watch the video first. Oh well.
Damn… took you an hour to get to kindergarten
unfortunately haha
Some people will drive further for a decent school
You didn’t even explain why you should buy a vehicle like this. Clean truck no doubt but pretty pointless review. I did enjoy the exhaust note. Next time add more information about the rig and self hand experiences overall. Lot of things to address about these rigs.
So you can get 5mpg no thanks. Not at today's prices
Well at least the V8 version got 11-16 mpg...
That’s ok, we will pick you up during unrest in this country and help you get out alive. And 5 mpg….no way. My 7.3 gets 15-18 whether towing or not.
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Such an absurdly large car.
I've had my 02 V10 excursion since 2010..
I've tried to sell it a few times but every time I post it and start getting hits I take it off. I just can't sell it. I love that thing.
Also. Mine is on a 1 ton chassis
I have one too, a big waste on fuel but is definitely worth it. Your's is on a 1 ton chassis? Did you replace the original one with a chassis from a F-350?
@FrozenDonut13 no. Front end spring kit and air bags
@@kevinbordeaux4831Thanks for the explanation! I've heard of it before but wasn't sure if it was just an option to begin with, or if ppl just mod theirs.
@@FrozenDonut13 honestly I thought mine was on a 1 ton chassis. When I bought it but when I did the front end add a leafe to my springs and the air bags I was told it is now a 1 ton.
In any event I just can't sell it lol
Just dont roll it.
lol yes
My 7.3 excursion will tow your V10 when it dies.
or otherwise
And the 6.0 version will out tow your 7.3 any day of the week.
@@bigpapatyr0ne732 lmao never , bullet proof your 6.0 and it's still junk.
@@bigpapatyr0ne732 6.0 can't even tow itself... Wrecker drivers best friend are we?
Enjoy changing your flux capacitor and whatever other bs diesel mechanics make up to rape your wallet for $2k at a time. V10s have a good track record and have been used in just about everything for a couple decades. Parts everywhere to keep them going. You can't go wrong either way in my opinion. My brothers both have the 7.3 and I see the benefits to both
Not a good vehicle in CA
Dislike the second I saw that K&N
Thanks!
Hard to find
for sure!
why you shouldnt... ITS A FORD!
It’s lasted 20 years though no problems
Mate drive it on icy roads and then review it.
Wait... I have only owned mine V10 4x2 since late last winter. Assuming it would do bad in the snow with its "racing" tires.