My dealer has a leftover 2012 with all the features I want as well as a matching 2013. I haven't gotten any numbers yet, but I'm sure I can get a smoking deal on the '12.

What does the 13 give me extra? I think it's only the sync w/ bigger screen. I also noticed the lariat ultimate package drops from $4k to $2,300 for 2013. I always like the latest gadgets, but I'll have to see how many thousand of more dollars the 13 is over the 12.

 

I was just recently going through the same thing. I ended up ordering a 2013. Here's why it was better for me....

On the2012, the most I could get the dealers down was $2500 under invoice. For was offering $3500 in rebates and incentives. So best case scenario was $6000 off invoice.

I got the dealers to order me a 2013 for $750 under invoice. Because I was able to order it, I was able to get it only with the stuff I needed instead of having to.accept what they had on the lots here in phoenix. The 2012 trucks here on the lots had upgraded tires, running boards, and other options that I did not want but still would have had to pay for. So the MSRP on the 2013 ended up being about $1500 cheaper than the 2012. Also, sin e I was ordering it, I was able to order it right out of the factory with the 4.30 gears which I needed since I plan on putting on over size tires. This saved me about $1800-$2000 for a gear swap that I woud have needed because all the trucks on the dealer lots have the 3.73 gears... And then add in the current $2000 in rebates..... I actually ended up being cheaper to order the 2013.

 

Thanks, that's what I wanted to hear. The sticker on this one is $61,500, he's offering $50k plus tax/tag/delivery fees (this includes the rebates). But the truck is "over-loaded", I don't need $1350 worth of 20" wheels, $500 running boards, etc. I also noticed the 2013's have the larger sync/nav screen and read they have upgraded brake calipers and who-knows-what-else. I also see that the lariat ultra luxury package is $2500 instead of $4000 in 2013. Plus it's a bad time for me to buy right now anyways- this summer will be much better for us. I think I'll pass and order a '13 or wait for news on the '14.

 

Some of these existed for the 11/12's, but here's what's listed as new for '13 (this is in the order guide as of 2/1/13).

MODEL/SERIES/AVAILABILITY CHANGES
• Platinum (Crew Cab)

PACKAGES/OPTIONS ADDED
• Interior
— SYNC® w/MyFord Touch® and SYNC® Services – Standard on Lariat, King Ranch® and Platinum
○ Voice-Activated Communications and Entertainment System with 911 Assist® and Vehicle Health Reports
○ SYNC® Services – Traffic, Turn-by-Turn Directions, Business Search, Send to SYNC® from Mapquest®, News, Sports, Weather, Horoscopes
Note: SYNC® Services receive a complimentary three year prepaid subscription.
○ Instrumentation includes:
■ 8" LCD color touch-screen in Center-Stack
■ IP mounted inverter (110v/150w), upper closable Media hub with USB Ports (2), SD Card Reader & Audio/Video input jacks & 12 volt powerpoint
■ 5-way steering wheel control switch
■ 4.2" Driver configurable LCD Productivity Screen: includes menus for Gauge Setup, Trip Computer, Fuel Economy and Towing/Off-Road applications
— SYNC® – Standard on XLT
○ Voice-Activated Communications and Entertainment System with 911 Assist® and Vehicle Health Reports
— Premium Sony® Audio w/Single CD – Standard on Lariat Crew Cab, King Ranch® and Platinum
○ Sony® Subwoofer, amp and additional center speaker
○ Sony® Branded sail panel speaker grille
— 1-Touch Up and Down Driver and Passenger Window – Standard on XLT, Lariat, King Ranch® and Platinum
— Heated Rear-Seats available on Lariat, King Ranch® and Platinum Crew Cab; – Requires Front Heated/Cooled-Seats
— New Navigation System (now w/High Definition & Satellite Broadcast)
— Pecan interior color (Platinum only)

• Exterior
— Larger brakes for increased capability and confidence
— Drop-in Bedliner
— Wheel Well Liner (SRW Pickups only)
— 18k Rated 5th Wheel Hitch for SRW (15L)
— 20" Wheels now available on 4x4 trucks equipped w/6.2L gas engine (Lariat & King Ranch®, F-250/F-350 SRW only)
— 17" 6-spoke Cast Aluminum Wheel (Optional on XL, Standard on XLT) (SRW only)
• New Paint Colors
— Blue Jeans Metallic exterior paint (N1)
— Kodiak Brown Metallic exterior paint (J1)
— Ruby Red Metallic Tint Clearcoat exterior paint (RR)

PACKAGES/OPTIONS CHANGED
• Extra Heavy-Duty Alternator (200 amp) now available w/6.2L gas engine
• Extra Heavy-Duty Alternator Standard on Lariat
• Ford Work Solutions™ Crew Chief™ now available w/SYNC®
• Navigation System w/HD & Satellite Broadcast now Standard on King Ranch®
• Premium Audiophile system (non-Sony®) available on Lariat SuperCab only
• Rear View Camera moved from tailgate handle to tailgate Ford oval and now Standard on Lariat and above

PACKAGES/OPTIONS DELETED
• Premium Audio system (non-Sony®) on Lariat, King Ranch® (Crew Cabs only)
• Dark Blue Pearl Metallic exterior paint
• Golden Bronze Metallic exterior paint

LATEST ORDER GUIDE UPDATES
• Added: XLT standard black urethane steering wheel to the Major Product Summary and Standard Equipment pages
• Revised: Pickup Box Delete (66D) “Deletes” section
• Revised: Miscellaneous text cleanup
• Deleted: Late Availability from Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat exterior paint (RR)
• Deleted: Late Availability from XLT Premium Package (17P)
• Deleted: Availability of XLT on the Chrome Package (17C)

 

Long time viewer, first time poster. Congrats! Did you get a good deal since it was a 2012?

I'm looking at buying a 2012 Lariat, which is stickered at $55,000. The hanger in the window shows a new price of $46,000 with negiotiating. Anyone have any idea of they'll come down more? If so, how much? I'd think that thing has been sitting there for over a year now. I'd assume the dealer is dying to get it off the lot, since the 14s will be out soon.

Any information would be greatly appreciated!!

 

Not a lariat but I picked up my leftover 12 last month.
39.9k

 

Nice work! Might not be a lariat, but it looks like you got everything but the leather! How are you enjoying it?

Anyone else have experience they can share? If I can't get it within my target price, I'm not going to pull the trigger. Thanks!

 

I had a 06 6.0 back in 2006 I loved that truck, however, this one is better in everyway. Even without leather.

I am trying to keep this on stock to keep the warranty intact, it pulls like a beast when you shove that skinny pedal down.

 

I'd like to hire GroverDill as my negotiator next time! My new 2012 stickered for 62999.00 and I paid $52201.00. About six weeks ago.
Old N Slow

 

that is the best part, that was advertised special. I attempted to negotiate further but the dealer was not having it, but they did pick me up at the airport 65 miles from the dealer.

I flew 350 miles to but it and drive it home. This is the last 12 they have, a very good deal also.

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I was in Dallas a week ago and they were offering $10,000 off 2013s! I figure they have to be giving more than that for 2012s!!!

 

just reciently bought my 12 new left over they knocked 8500 off the sticker and threw in a spray in liner and undercoat and paint protection plus interrior scotch guard. id say 10 off is a good deal

 

also forgot they put a new battery in since it was sitting so long

 

I bought my f250 month about 3 weeks ago. I paid about 53k for mine.I dont know how to post my window sticker or I would.

 

Anything on the lot over 6 mos and I pass. Might be a great deal but thats just sitting too long for the fuel, seals etc.