Ready to pull the trigger!
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Ready to pull the trigger!
Hi all. I'm [this] close to closing a deal on an '03 F250 with a 7.3 engine. The odometer stands at 95012 miles.
Can someone help running a carfax report and clueing me in on what to look for to make sure I'm getting a good buy?
The help is appreciated!
The VIN# is; 1FTNX21F33EB23749
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Can someone help running a carfax report and clueing me in on what to look for to make sure I'm getting a good buy?
The help is appreciated!
The VIN# is; 1FTNX21F33EB23749
<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/64138091@N03/13570931943" title="1 by bruja blanca, on Flickr"><img src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2853/13570931943_1645cdc504.jpg" width="500" height="375" alt="1"></a>
<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/64138091@N03/13570945923" title="3 by bruja blanca, on Flickr"><img src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7119/13570945923_acffb77f9c.jpg" width="500" height="375" alt="3"></a>
<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/64138091@N03/13570952403" title="4 by bruja blanca, on Flickr"><img src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7118/13570952403_e03cc6bcbc.jpg" width="500" height="375" alt="4"></a>
<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/64138091@N03/13570917245" title="5 by bruja blanca, on Flickr"><img src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3750/13570917245_5e16100013.jpg" width="500" height="375" alt="5"></a>
<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/64138091@N03/13571272474" title="6 by bruja blanca, on Flickr"><img src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7418/13571272474_ddf51123b1.jpg" width="500" height="375" alt="6"></a>
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Wow, 76 views and 5 page visits but no opinions!
Today I'm doing the title search and heading to my mechanic to check out the truck. If those checks pass, then I'll start final negotiations on price. Right now we stand at $10,500.
Today I'm doing the title search and heading to my mechanic to check out the truck. If those checks pass, then I'll start final negotiations on price. Right now we stand at $10,500.
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Check out the sticky threads at the top of this page and the 7.3 page. It will give you a used truck buying guide. Stuff to look for. I would be here all day typing. Nice looking truck though. I wish mine had a nice interior like that.
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So far everything is checking out 
. Thinking beyond the purchase, I would initially like to;
1. Zero out the maintenance clock by changing all fluids and filters.
2. Start shopping for tires and suspension. I just got a quote for an OME suspension but the price tag of $3,200 seems a bit steep
Any after purchase ideas?
. Thinking beyond the purchase, I would initially like to;1. Zero out the maintenance clock by changing all fluids and filters.
2. Start shopping for tires and suspension. I just got a quote for an OME suspension but the price tag of $3,200 seems a bit steep
Any after purchase ideas?
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Thanks for the idea Forddiesel06, but it is private party. I was hoping someone had unused reports pending they wanted to contribute to the cause.
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Ok Socuban I see, and by the way Welcome to FTE Forum. It is a nice truck, HOPE it works out for you.....
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Thanks Forddiesel06 
Final price settled at $10,200, contract signed hopefully will be taking delivery next week.
I think I'll swap out the wasted BF Goodrich A/Ts with Firestone Destination M/Ts in 285/75/16.
The mismatched batteries will get replaced by a pair of Diehard Platinum PM1 batteries and the tired suspension with an Old Man Emu 2.25" lift, for starters
Final price settled at $10,200, contract signed hopefully will be taking delivery next week.I think I'll swap out the wasted BF Goodrich A/Ts with Firestone Destination M/Ts in 285/75/16.
The mismatched batteries will get replaced by a pair of Diehard Platinum PM1 batteries and the tired suspension with an Old Man Emu 2.25" lift, for starters
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That is cool there Socuban I think u got a great deal, I to have 285/75/17 on my truck too. They r Coopers but the dealer payed and installed them, so I did not have that expense...You will love the bigger tires, it makes the truck sit tall look..