Just traded in my z71 with 144k miles in one these today with 50 k miles we will see if it will be hood as as my 5.3 Z 71 I already miss it but love 24.6 MPG I got on the way home
Thanks for the video! I’m in Houston too and I just picked up the very same truck just yesterday with 25,000 miles on it. Previous owner did some really nice aftermarket modifications...
Just bought the same truck except a 3.5L in lightning blue. Cant wait to pick it up this week. I too opted for the leather seats. Beautiful truck! (Canada here)
I have the 2018 xlt sport special edition but wondering how much to upgrade to leather seats? I live in Tyler TX. That 2.7 is a BEAST and gets good MPG even in sport mode. But I miss that V8 rumble
I miss that V8 sound too!! but my wallet loves not having to fill up twice a week. i believe it was around $1600 to have the dealer install them through a third party company Allout-offroad was the name I believe. You can look online for shops that will do the swap they all run around similar prices!
If only the criminally-dim halogen headlights were as easy to upgrade. I have a 2020 XLT, same color, and I can't believe these dim yellow candles passed DOT testing.
Nice truck. Will done, i bought a 2018 f150 magma gray fx4 sport 4 door. My truck coast me $ 61.885. You got a good deal, they took off 11.000 . but thats here in Canada. But you have nice truck.👍
Sharp truck! It sounds like you also considered the XL trim with STX package, but decided against it. What was your primary reason? Was it the center console gear shifter? Or were there other items that you liked better about the XLT Sport?
Thanks! I weighed all my options and I liked the XLT features and equipment packages way more! One of them the center console shifter yes, but ultimately the two bar grille and the door handles that are body color to the color of truck I got (magnetic), I HATE black plastic door handles it bothers me so much I couldn't do it. Also the running boards come on the xlt sport. Along with way nicer interior trim accents like the chrome air vent trim and fake carbon fiber pieces on the doors etc... I really didn't think the leather seats would fit well in the STX trim interior. Another thing was factory remote start.
I have a 3.5 v6 ecoboost. Once i hit 100k miles engine started giving me issues. I prefer Ford over any other truck brands at the moment but i think my next truck will still be f150 but with the 5.0 v8
Pretty cool now you can get an xl loaded with everything a base xlt used to come with, if you get the stx package I think it's a step up from a base 11-14' xlt since the stx has 20" wheels and the nice grille. Cruise, power windows, and backup cam on an xl! And no stupid carpet. All that said, I'm still waiting on my factory ordered 301a 2019 xlt, crew cab, 6.5 ft box, CARPET DELETE! I needed to have the sport package that comes with the wheel lip mouldings after watching the paint fall off my '13. Nice truck you have there, I hate to sound like the commercials and say you could have had a V8 though! The amount of 2.7's I saw on the lots when shopping was nuts. Short term ownership, lease, or commuting, you might have the better engine, but I just couldn't pay basically the same full price on such a nice truck and not even have the option of doing an exhaust and intake to hear the 5.0, just to save a few hundred dollars on gas over the lifetime of the truck. I love the 5.0 feel and sound and I'd sooner buy a cheap commuter car to get to work and back when the truck isn't needed before buying a boosted v6. Give me a factory supercharged 5.0 however and we can talk!
Beautiful truck I’m looking at the same thing right now or a used lariat but I’m starting to lean towards a new xlt sport cause they are cheap right now for a new truck. I will do the leather also if I go that route. The cloth looks cheap
I don't mind but it will not be the same for many factors so don't take the number as the gospel for what you will get, you may even get a better price but I paid just over $38,000 with the leather seats and the Spray in bed liner.
Hi there, I’m considering buying a Ford truck but I cant decide between a Ranger or a F150, I dont use it for offroad or towing lol, just need one with 4 doors and an aggressive look. My dream truck is a Ford ranger Raptor but they selling it for 60k....
If you live in the US they haven't confirmed the ranger raptor yet. for me the ranger will be a good truck but if you plan on having people in the back seat often get the F-150 i've spent some time in the new ranger and the back seat is really tight. on top of that the prices are not that far off from each model so id go with the F150 the interior is huge and extremely comfortable. The ranger feels like a escape on the inside it doesn't give you the feeling you are in a truck.
Dont buy the Ranger. You have to remove the passenger front wheel and eight or 10 clips to remove a liner to access the oil filter. Those things break every time if not every other time and then you have to replace those little clips. And they’re just about the same money as an F150. You’re better off getting an F150 if you absolutely have to choose between the two. Personally, my 2018 F150 is a pile of junk and I’m searching around for advice with several problems I’m having.
They are now selling the Ford Ranger Raptor 2019 model here in South America. Its rollin on a 2.0l biturbo engine, Many folks are talking negative about this small engine. Anyone having knowledge about this kind of engine?
sounds good! Im a full time student and work full time, so finding time to edit is a chore but I do have some modification videos that need to be edited and posted so look forward to that in the next week or so!
I bought a 2018 302A special edition XLT. It has factory rhino lined box link plates installed. I want to know if this truck should have come with the box cleats? Please let me know.
I did not receive the box link plates or cleats with my truck. I do know that they are never sold together, I always see them separate, so be glad they gave you the plates I will have to buy both.
congratulations on your truck! its beautiful we're looking to purchase the same truck, but the dealerships we went to are asking for way too much. Do you mind telling me which dealership did you go to? ( We also live in Houston) and which tricks did you use to decrease the price by 10k?
Thanks I highly recommend it! I bought it at Joe Myers Ford off of 290 in Jersey Village Ask for Tim Easterling tell him Kyle sent you from his youtube channel he will know, he has sold my family 3 cars in the last year. I shopped for about a month and did a ton of research on the packages and what equipment groups had what. Then I found similar trucks at a few dealers with the fewest differences between them then used those prices to have the knowledge to negotiate a good deal. Know going in what you want to have as your Max monthly payment not the Max final price there is a difference in the two when it comes down to interest rates. Ps. the MSRP is not what you will end up paying know all the rebates you qualify for going in they won't tell you about them you have to know. and just don't let whomever you buy from think your in a rush take your time if they feel that your ruching just to get it over with they will take advantage of you. Please feel free to ask more questions if you have them!
NEVER buy on payment. Nobody with car buying skills would ever do that. Your just asking to be taken advantage of. Search youtube for a guy who does videos on car buying. Earl On Cars, I believe. He is a dealership owner in S Florida who tells it like it is. Buying a vehicle is a game, you need to know the rules. Generally, you can take 18-22% off the MSRP and be at dealer cost. But the actual dealer cost will vary due to manufacturer incentives to the dealers. Like sell 100 Ford Escapes in June and get a $100,000 bonus. Dealers will sell a vehicle below their cost if they know your car sale will push them pass tge magic number to get a bonus check with the sale. Always shop around a few dealers in your area. Know your options and their individual cost. Heck, look at the make, model of what you want on autotrader and compare prices. Also, know your sales tax rates in each area you shop. My town in IL is 8.75% although I live in the county and it's only 6.5%. If I buy local, I pay more. If I buy in MO, I pay my county rate of 6.5%. And always buy on the last 2 days of the month only. Dealers are looking to make their numbers on those days and will deal. Lastly, deal with the sales manager and not the sales people. The highest paid people at most dealerships are the General manager, sales manager, finance manager and service manager. The rest work on commission. There is a lot to learn if you have never played the game. Salespeople are full of questions and everyone one of those questions is geared to find out how they can screw you. I do want to say this, I have bought 5 vehicles over the internet and had them shipped to me without ever seeing them in person and have had good luck each time and might do it this time in a few weeks. Generally, 70 cents to $1.15 per mile depending on what you p/u and delivery points are. I've used an auto hauling broker out of Georgia each time with good rates and good drivers. Good luck!
BTW, In the next 2 weeks I'll be buying a 2018 F-150 crew XLT 4X4 5.0 magnetic or silver and do the Katzkin leather seats and a 5 Star tune and a Flowmaster cat back exhaust.
Any trim level but just make sure you get 4x4 and you should be good to go. I'd suggest the 5.0 V8 or 3.5 Ecoboost just to have overkill when it comes to torque just in case you will need it if you do find yourself stuck in the snow. But I am located in Houston Texas and don't have much experience driving in snow but that's what I would recommend!
I liked the technology in the ford better along with the interior and exterior. The chevy/gmc looks cheap to me and there's not much difference from each trim in the chevy/gmc lineup. But both trucks are great options!
I also ordered the 2020 F150 in magnetic grey with the black appearance package, the grey on this truck looks incredible, really looking forward to mine arriving :)
Beautiful truck, love the color combo. You gotta tell me your secret to getting it for that price. I live in Jersey and can't get em close to that price
I looked at many of dealerships and put them up against each other till I got to the price I wanted. Also remember dealers want to sell the vehicle way more than it comes across, it took a few days to work it out to this price, act like its not that important to you that you can go anywhere else if the price isn't what you want (Within reason of course). also keep in mind I live in Houston Tx, there are 30+ ford dealerships within 50 miles they have to be competitive. In TX ford dealers sell more F-150's than anything else so im sure that will affect the price as well.
Beautiful truck! Hope you enjoy the 2.7 ecoboost as much as I have mine, I don’t even tell people how good it runs anymore. Love your truck it looks great in the gray and very clean!
Bro!!! I just bought the same truck a week ago, I was curious to learn more from your video until you said that the engine it is 2.7 Eco boost, I just crack laughing, come on you are a real Texan. how in .hell you bought a F150, 2.7 liter. bu anyway congrats.LOL
If you have a 2018 F150 5.0 keep an eye on the oil level, they are having serious issues with burning oil. And of course the knock and the off acceleration rattle....
Just traded in my z71 with 144k miles in one these today with 50 k miles we will see if it will be hood as as my 5.3 Z 71 I already miss it but love 24.6 MPG I got on the way home
Nice bro! If you could, post some videos on how you were able to take advantage of certain discounts and what those discounts were.
Thanks for the video! I’m in Houston too and I just picked up the very same truck just yesterday with 25,000 miles on it. Previous owner did some really nice aftermarket modifications...
Just bought the same truck except a 3.5L in lightning blue. Cant wait to pick it up this week. I too opted for the leather seats. Beautiful truck! (Canada here)
Congrats! lighting blue was my next color choice, you will love it!
I got the 2.7 blue xlt sport a week ago. Coming from two previous Tacomas, I couldn't be happier with my new truck!
How do you it so far?
I had a Silverado 07 model still have it gave it to my wife my dad recently died and I got his 2016 F150XLT
I have the 2018 xlt sport special edition but wondering how much to upgrade to leather seats? I live in Tyler TX. That 2.7 is a BEAST and gets good MPG even in sport mode. But I miss that V8 rumble
I miss that V8 sound too!! but my wallet loves not having to fill up twice a week. i believe it was around $1600 to have the dealer install them through a third party company Allout-offroad was the name I believe. You can look online for shops that will do the swap they all run around similar prices!
David Flores , do it yourself @ Katskins.com
save an ass load of money.
they make the best
Subscribed. Got one. Really low miles.
Optioned out.,36 gallon tank,etc etc
Line x chassis ,and bed straight from factory
Very nice enjoy it!
I just bought this exact truck in the auction and I’m doing research on it to see how it all works.
Do you still own this truck? How has the leather seat covers held up?
The 302a package gives yiu the center console shifter not the sport appearance package
If only the criminally-dim halogen headlights were as easy to upgrade. I have a 2020 XLT, same color, and I can't believe these dim yellow candles passed DOT testing.
Nice truck. Will done, i bought a 2018 f150 magma gray fx4 sport 4 door. My truck coast me $ 61.885. You got a good deal, they took off 11.000 . but thats here in Canada. But you have nice truck.👍
Thanks! Sounds like you do too. But ya I did get a great deal.
Sharp truck! It sounds like you also considered the XL trim with STX package, but decided against it. What was your primary reason? Was it the center console gear shifter? Or were there other items that you liked better about the XLT Sport?
Thanks! I weighed all my options and I liked the XLT features and equipment packages way more! One of them the center console shifter yes, but ultimately the two bar grille and the door handles that are body color to the color of truck I got (magnetic), I HATE black plastic door handles it bothers me so much I couldn't do it. Also the running boards come on the xlt sport. Along with way nicer interior trim accents like the chrome air vent trim and fake carbon fiber pieces on the doors etc... I really didn't think the leather seats would fit well in the STX trim interior. Another thing was factory remote start.
in sport package you get front bottom spoiler as well
I believe that depends on the engine package. But I may be wrong.
What color is the stitching on the black Katzkin seat covers? Truck looks great.
It is like a light silver almost white, it matches the stitching on the shift boot and the leather console lid.
I have a 3.5 v6 ecoboost. Once i hit 100k miles engine started giving me issues. I prefer Ford over any other truck brands at the moment but i think my next truck will still be f150 but with the 5.0 v8
Pretty cool now you can get an xl loaded with everything a base xlt used to come with, if you get the stx package I think it's a step up from a base 11-14' xlt since the stx has 20" wheels and the nice grille. Cruise, power windows, and backup cam on an xl! And no stupid carpet. All that said, I'm still waiting on my factory ordered 301a 2019 xlt, crew cab, 6.5 ft box, CARPET DELETE! I needed to have the sport package that comes with the wheel lip mouldings after watching the paint fall off my '13. Nice truck you have there, I hate to sound like the commercials and say you could have had a V8 though! The amount of 2.7's I saw on the lots when shopping was nuts. Short term ownership, lease, or commuting, you might have the better engine, but I just couldn't pay basically the same full price on such a nice truck and not even have the option of doing an exhaust and intake to hear the 5.0, just to save a few hundred dollars on gas over the lifetime of the truck. I love the 5.0 feel and sound and I'd sooner buy a cheap commuter car to get to work and back when the truck isn't needed before buying a boosted v6. Give me a factory supercharged 5.0 however and we can talk!
Beautiful truck I’m looking at the same thing right now or a used lariat but I’m starting to lean towards a new xlt sport cause they are cheap right now for a new truck. I will do the leather also if I go that route. The cloth looks cheap
Who did you buy from at Joe Myers Ford? Thanks
Tim Easterling, He has sold my family 4 cars in 2 years great guy tell him Kyle sent you hell take care of you!
Really nice truck! If you dont mind me asking , how much did you end up paying out the door? I'm curious because I'm in the market for an f150.
I don't mind but it will not be the same for many factors so don't take the number as the gospel for what you will get, you may even get a better price but I paid just over $38,000 with the leather seats and the Spray in bed liner.
Is that real leather or pleather? And how much was the Leather to put in?
can you tell me if those running boards are factory? or can i buy them somewhere
Yes they come on the sport package. I like them but I want the Amped power steps.
Hi there, I’m considering buying a Ford truck but I cant decide between a Ranger or a F150, I dont use it for offroad or towing lol, just need one with 4 doors and an aggressive look. My dream truck is a Ford ranger Raptor but they selling it for 60k....
If you live in the US they haven't confirmed the ranger raptor yet. for me the ranger will be a good truck but if you plan on having people in the back seat often get the F-150 i've spent some time in the new ranger and the back seat is really tight. on top of that the prices are not that far off from each model so id go with the F150 the interior is huge and extremely comfortable. The ranger feels like a escape on the inside it doesn't give you the feeling you are in a truck.
Dont buy the Ranger. You have to remove the passenger front wheel and eight or 10 clips to remove a liner to access the oil filter. Those things break every time if not every other time and then you have to replace those little clips. And they’re just about the same money as an F150. You’re better off getting an F150 if you absolutely have to choose between the two. Personally, my 2018 F150 is a pile of junk and I’m searching around for advice with several problems I’m having.
They are now selling the Ford Ranger Raptor 2019 model here in South America. Its rollin on a 2.0l biturbo engine, Many folks are talking negative about this small engine. Anyone having knowledge about this kind of engine?
Would like to see the mods you have for your truck, keep up the good work thanks man
Which truck would you like to know more about? The 98 Sierra or the 18 F-150?
@@LonestarGarage 2018 F150 for sure
sounds good! Im a full time student and work full time, so finding time to edit is a chore but I do have some modification videos that need to be edited and posted so look forward to that in the next week or so!
Is this rear wheel drive?
Heard the xlt and fx4 differences were shocks and skid plate added to the fx4.. xlt has the nice stuff as well.. cheaper price
I bought a 2018 302A special edition XLT. It has factory rhino lined box link plates installed. I want to know if this truck should have come with the box cleats? Please let me know.
I did not receive the box link plates or cleats with my truck. I do know that they are never sold together, I always see them separate, so be glad they gave you the plates I will have to buy both.
How long you had this truck and what year is this truck
It's a 18 and I bought it new, it has just under 36k on it.
How long you had this truck and had you drove on interstates lately
Since mid 2018 and maybe that's a little vague lol
How many miles and much you get it for
I bought it new payed around $36k at the time, with bed liner, tint, and leather. Sold it today for $35,500
How much did it cost to upgrade to that leather
Around $1600 It's about the same no matter who does it. I did it through the dealer so I could lump it in to the financing.
Any problem with the truck after two years?
Nope it's been great!
congratulations on your truck! its beautiful
we're looking to purchase the same truck, but the dealerships we went to are asking for way too much. Do you mind telling me which dealership did you go to? ( We also live in Houston) and which tricks did you use to decrease the price by 10k?
Thanks I highly recommend it! I bought it at Joe Myers Ford off of 290 in Jersey Village Ask for Tim Easterling tell him Kyle sent you from his youtube channel he will know, he has sold my family 3 cars in the last year. I shopped for about a month and did a ton of research on the packages and what equipment groups had what. Then I found similar trucks at a few dealers with the fewest differences between them then used those prices to have the knowledge to negotiate a good deal. Know going in what you want to have as your Max monthly payment not the Max final price there is a difference in the two when it comes down to interest rates. Ps. the MSRP is not what you will end up paying know all the rebates you qualify for going in they won't tell you about them you have to know. and just don't let whomever you buy from think your in a rush take your time if they feel that your ruching just to get it over with they will take advantage of you. Please feel free to ask more questions if you have them!
Lonestar Speed thank you so much! This is very helpful!
Covert ford in Austin has a f150 sport with the 2.7 similar to this truck for $30800 after discounts.
NEVER buy on payment. Nobody with car buying skills would ever do that. Your just asking to be taken advantage of. Search youtube for a guy who does videos on car buying. Earl On Cars, I believe. He is a dealership owner in S Florida who tells it like it is. Buying a vehicle is a game, you need to know the rules. Generally, you can take 18-22% off the MSRP and be at dealer cost. But the actual dealer cost will vary due to manufacturer incentives to the dealers. Like sell 100 Ford Escapes in June and get a $100,000 bonus. Dealers will sell a vehicle below their cost if they know your car sale will push them pass tge magic number to get a bonus check with the sale. Always shop around a few dealers in your area. Know your options and their individual cost. Heck, look at the make, model of what you want on autotrader and compare prices. Also, know your sales tax rates in each area you shop. My town in IL is 8.75% although I live in the county and it's only 6.5%. If I buy local, I pay more. If I buy in MO, I pay my county rate of 6.5%.
And always buy on the last 2 days of the month only. Dealers are looking to make their numbers on those days and will deal. Lastly, deal with the sales manager and not the sales people. The highest paid people at most dealerships are the General manager, sales manager, finance manager and service manager. The rest work on commission. There is a lot to learn if you have never played the game. Salespeople are full of questions and everyone one of those questions is geared to find out how they can screw you. I do want to say this, I have bought 5 vehicles over the internet and had them shipped to me without ever seeing them in person and have had good luck each time and might do it this time in a few weeks. Generally, 70 cents to $1.15 per mile depending on what you p/u and delivery points are.
I've used an auto hauling broker out of Georgia each time with good rates and good drivers.
Good luck!
BTW, In the next 2 weeks I'll be buying a 2018 F-150 crew XLT 4X4 5.0 magnetic or silver and do the Katzkin leather seats and a 5 Star tune and a Flowmaster cat back exhaust.
Where can i find them seat covers
They are by Katskin. They were installed through the dealers contractor.
Do you still have this truck and do you have gps???
Yes I do and yes I have GPS
Which f150 is good for winter & snow etc..?
Any trim level but just make sure you get 4x4 and you should be good to go. I'd suggest the 5.0 V8 or 3.5 Ecoboost just to have overkill when it comes to torque just in case you will need it if you do find yourself stuck in the snow. But I am located in Houston Texas and don't have much experience driving in snow but that's what I would recommend!
Spend the extra $500 for electric locking rear differential. Very good extra for not much money !
I just bought this same truck with front end damage for 11,000
Just curious, why did you choose the ford over the ram or Silverado? Would you recommend?
I liked the technology in the ford better along with the interior and exterior. The chevy/gmc looks cheap to me and there's not much difference from each trim in the chevy/gmc lineup. But both trucks are great options!
How much were the seats?
additional $1,600 they are katzkin brand covers.
Lonestar Speed
Thanks
How much did it coast to put the leather in it ??
I cost a little under $2,000
@@LonestarGarage Was that the total price installed by an upholstery shop?
Around the same price $1,700 -$2,100
I also ordered the 2020 F150 in magnetic grey with the black appearance package, the grey on this truck looks incredible, really looking forward to mine arriving :)
What happened to the old gmc 1500
I still have it another family member drives it puts less miles on it. lol
How much you buy it?
Around $38,000
What brand is that safe in the back?
Honestly idk it was a gift from a family member it's not really anything special it's nothing id recommend.
Beautiful truck, love the wheels and leather interior!!! Enjoyed the Video!
let see more on the safe
Maybe one day! #siglife
Nothing is even a close 2nd the the F150...Period!!!
Ram is better overall but I prefer the f150 for myself
Name of the exterior color?
Magnetic Grey I believe!
Just took home the same truck - 2019 4x4 with cloth though - but otherwise identical. Might have to look into the leather. Beautiful!
How have you liked it so far? I'm planning to get one within a month.
Estimate on insurance ?
I pay less than $150 but that number is a case by case basis depends on a lot of factors.
Fantastic truck bro.
Beautiful truck, love the color combo. You gotta tell me your secret to getting it for that price. I live in Jersey and can't get em close to that price
I looked at many of dealerships and put them up against each other till I got to the price I wanted. Also remember dealers want to sell the vehicle way more than it comes across, it took a few days to work it out to this price, act like its not that important to you that you can go anywhere else if the price isn't what you want (Within reason of course). also keep in mind I live in Houston Tx, there are 30+ ford dealerships within 50 miles they have to be competitive. In TX ford dealers sell more F-150's than anything else so im sure that will affect the price as well.
A few places in CT had almost loaded XLT (4x4, 302A, 5.0, sport appearance, some with FX4 too) in supercab for 39k and in supercrew for 41-42k.
Beautiful truck! Hope you enjoy the 2.7 ecoboost as much as I have mine, I don’t even tell people how good it runs anymore. Love your truck it looks great in the gray and very clean!
Thanks I love it so far!
That ecoboost will give you so many headaches my brother, trade it in before it creeps up on 100k miles.
Never heard of any issues but that's the plan.
@@LonestarGarage after 100k miles it will give you issues with timing chain.
Very nice
Damn that threw me off, you paid to get leather put in!!!
Yes? It is a XLT Trim Leather inst standard until the Lariat Trim level.
Lonestar Speed I do understand, that’s why I was saying I was thrown off by the leather being in there
Not to be rude, but about how much more do they charge to get the aftermarket leather option? Nice truck by the way.
About $1400 if I remember correctly.
@@LonestarGarage thank you very much for the reply. Thank you for the quality video/content.
Definitely change them wheels
Other than that nice truck
Working on it got to save up.
I agree. I would get the factory chrome 20” wheels.
Sell me your Sierra 🤘🏽
Anything is for sale for the right price!!
How much brotha
Email me if your serious. @ txlonestarspeed@gmail.com
Lindão
Bro!!! I just bought the same truck a week ago, I was curious to learn more from your video until you said that the engine it is 2.7 Eco boost, I just crack laughing, come on you are a real Texan. how in .hell you bought a F150, 2.7 liter. bu anyway congrats.LOL
It makes basically the same power as the 5.0 but gets way better gas mileage. I have a 5.7L sierra if I need the larger V8.
How about you stfu about him choosing that engine. Not like you’re paying for it
it does not make the same power as the 5.0 ..
325 to 395 is basically the same...lmao. But for gas it goes to the 2.7
If you have a 2018 F150 5.0 keep an eye on the oil level, they are having serious issues with burning oil. And of course the knock and the off acceleration rattle....
How much was the leather upgrade
About $1800
How long is the bed ?
Mine is a 5.5 ft there is also a 6.5ft