The 5.4 is a great engine, and you can drive it out of the dealership with good power. If you do plan to tow a lot, go with the larger engine.

For the record, my 4.6 with an intake and Superchip is faster than any 5.4 I test drove, and has beat a Dodge 5.9L. I know it couldn't tow as much as either engine, but I don't tow over 2000 lbs so it doesn't bother me.

 

Get all the options

1) you need

2) you can afford (will help re-sale)

I got all the bells and whistles on my 04 SCREW Lariat 4 X 4 and I could not be happier. BTW, electric rear sliding window is very nice to have.

 

irishguy-
post here exactly what truck you'd like and I'll price it out for you. We'll give you the sticker price, invoice cost, and the FTE price. You can then get it from us, or use our pricing to help get a better deal from your local dealers.

 

Nice offer ...

and if you dont mind I'll take you up on it.

Looking for an extended cab F150 .. dont care about colour or options (though electric windows and a CD or cassette would be nice). I need to do some towing but as yet am unsure as to how much. The wife MAY want a concession stand business in the future for fairs or to park outside Home depot or Lowes or the like. I have been told to avoid the Heritage style as the otherone is newer UNLESS the price differential is significant. Dont think I'll get anything for the 94 F150XLT so I have nothing to trade in. Dont really want to finance anything (they depreciate fast enough without paying interest as well) but the incentive is tempting so I will probably finance as little as possible for as short a time as possible.

The way trucks and cars are sold here is totally alien to me and I find things confusing. The car/truck buying public here is far more educated and "in tune" ( joke geddit ) with what they drive and the array of choices is bewildering. I'm 37 and all I could have told you about anything i have ever driven in the past is the engine capacity. this would be pretty standard for most people in Europe as its the only question insurers ask. The only reason for these postings is that what appeared to be identical trucks varied hugely in price and I am trying to figure things out.

any help greatly appreciated

 

gregarobinson .. got the offer and will seriously consider it

 

Because you mentioned in a previous post that you were looking at an off-road model, I'll have to ASSUME that you want a 4x4 (can't read minds, you know...). You're desire for a cassette and power windows means you have to get at least an XLT trim level. An XLT Supercab 4x4 with a trailer-tow package, CD, and cassette would have a sticker price of right around $31500, and an invoice cost to the dealer of $27900. FTE price is $200 below invoice, or $27700. Subtract the $3000 Ford rebate and the $1500 Ford Credit rebate, and you're down to $23200. If the local dealers give you any hassles about selling one to you at this price, just let me know. We got plenty of 'em in Western New York!

 

is that for the 4.6 or the 5.4 ? Sorry should have said the 4x4 is essential

 

Because of the $1021 Tow & Go incentive on the 5.4 XLTs, the price is virtually the same for a 5.4 or a 4.6. Which means that the 5.4 is getting a little scarce, and 4.6s are a little more plentiful.

 

My two cents: If you are going to drop between 20000 to 30000 on a truck, my recommendation is get what you want. I.E. color, interior, engine (XL, XLT, FX4, LARIET) etc. I made the dealer find what I wanted with no compromise. Thats what they are paid to do.....

 

Thanks for the info and encouragement guys (gals ? I dunno).

I guess the single most informative thing came from 1956markII. If 5.4's are in short supply then they are the most "in demand" and probably will have the greater resale value and thus the one I should buy. blkfrd4x4lariat2004 is also right ......

Where do I get the best price on a navy or black 2004 (new) f150 extended cab fx4 5.4?

 

Myth busters !!

Dont know if youve seen the show but the Off road myth is BUSTED. Get this The 5.6l FX4 insurance quote I have just got is 45 bucks cheaper than a 4.6 and $93 less than a regular 5.6 ... go figure

 

Give Jeff (1956MarkII) the list of the exact truck you want with options, He will give you the lowest price you are going to find. It will be $200 below invoice before any rebates. Jeff is the most honest car salesman you will ever meet. Or you can call him at Van Bortel Ford and speak to him direct. They have a toll free number.

Hope this helps

 

I have a black one that stickers for $34035. FTE price of $25460 w/ rebates included. Trailer-tow, power adjustable pedals, deluxe mirror package, black interior w/ cloth seats.

 

http://www10.forddirect.fordvehicles.com/FordVehicles.jsp?target=Inventory&partner=fv

Start here, just plug in what vehicle you want then your zip code. It shows you what every dealer around you has. Don't be afraid to use zip codes 30-40-50 miles away from you to increase your search area..

 

cheers Dunk .. got the local ones but couldnt find zip / Van bortel on that 1956mark II spoke of ... but did find that he is only 200 miles away.