I have an '89 extended cab C2500 that needs replacing. I have found a 2008 F250 regular cab V10 with very low mileage at what seems to be a reasonable price. I use the truck for light hauling and several 100 mile, 10K pound, goose neck hauls a year that I can't afford to break down with. Question, what should I be looking at in judging if the truck is really a good buy and what should I be worried about?

Thanks in advance.

 

That truck will work great for you....mpg's will hurt but you will get used to it....other than that hammer down....

 

Thanks for the response.

I don't put a lot of miles on it, under 5K annual, so the mileage isn't important but dependability is key.

It has under 20K miles and is listed for under $20K. Seems like a good buy but is it?

What gotcha's should I be looking for upon inspection?

 

Not much out there with a better track record for dependability than a V10. With under 20k miles on an 08, there really should only be minor wear and tear if any.

 

not too sure what to look for as an inspection goes....just watch for leaks, shakes, any slip in the trans....etc....

hammer on it see if it has good power.

the v10 guys know bout this way more than I do...

 

Absolutely nothing unusual to "watch out" for on a V10 of that era and mileage. Just the usual used car stuff to make sure it wasn't abused.

Under $20K sounds like a heck of a deal for such a capable truck...

 

I had an 06 F350SRW V10 auto,traded in at 196k miles same tranny no engine work oil and plug change,was al,have 08 F350 V10 SRW crew cab now and still love the V10

 

Thanks all. Stopped at the dealer to check it out but the dealer is closing doors and sent everything to thr auction. If it doesn't sell they will call me back but I may chase it to the auction.

 

I have 91,000+ miles on my 2008 and it has never had a hickup. I'd go to the auction if I were you.

 

Ten thousand is a walk in the park. I've been towing the 12000# trailer I have in my signature for the last 5 years with my truck. In fact I'm currently on a month long trip with the truck and trailer.

Rob