So, at this point I'm looking at the 2011-2014 F-150's. At this point I'm leaning towards either the 6.2 or the 3.5, maybe the 5.0 as well. I want the White Tri-Coat metallic too. At this point I'm thinking of getting a Platinum with a 6.5' bed and the Max Tow Package. The Limited or Lariat Limited would be nice as well, only problem is that I hate the wood trim. I guess I could always paint or wrap it though.

 

Looks like I can rule a couple things out - No 2014 Limited because of the blue interior and no XL, XLT, STX, FX2/4, or Raptor because of no White Tri-Coat Metallic. Also, I've never been a big fan of the King Ranch interior either and no Harley Davidson's either as I don't own one. Haha I'd say that leaves me with a Lariat, Platinum, or Limited basically.

 

And you can't get a 6.5' bed in a Limited. Only the short WB -- and the max tow load is 7300 lbs.

 

Yea, I know they only came in the short bed and they have a lower tow rating because of the 22" wheels. This is why I'm thinking of getting a Platinum. You can get the 6.5' bed and the Max Tow Package as well as the White Tri-Coat Metallic, 4x4, etc. Also, IIRC in 2014 Limited only came in Ecoboost as well with no 5.0 or 6.2 option.

 

Yes, and you can't put a 5th wheel on 5.5' beds. Cab clearance issue... I actually wanted a Platinum, but don't need the Max Tow option, or the 6.5' bed. When the Limited popped up for the right $$$, that was it. It was perfect for me, since all I pull is my *maybe* 5000 lb boat, mostly. The 7300 lb towing capacity limitation is perfectly fine for me.

 

Cody, sounds like you have a great truck spec'ed out, not just need to find one and buy it.
That tri-coat white is beeee-you-teee-ful!

 

No wood in the 2011 Lariat Limited interior. Black, Grey and Silver.

 

I was going to mention that, but it sounds like a Limited isn't what he needs anyway. The Platinum is the one, it sounds like. Interesting though how the 2014 is a little different inside...

 

I also like the 6.5' bed but I will warn you it makes for a pretty long vehicle in a crew cab. I think my truck is a bit over 22' feet. I don't ever have to deal with big city traffic, parallel parking, or parking garages so the 6.5' bed is pretty easy for me to live with. But I would have to rethink it if I lived in a densely populated area.

I don't know your circumstance but thought I would pass along my personal experience.

 

The 2013's+ had the MyFordTouch. That's why the dash is different.

 

If it's the dash you are worried about check out some after market dash kits. I put carbon fiber on my Mustang and it looked nice. If you are looking for the MAX Tow option it would be easiest to find on a XLT. There are Lariats out there that have them. Keep in mind the used Lariats with that option sell fast and go for a premium. If you are towing you'll like the EcoBoost, it does a nice job.

 

Like I said, I want White Tri-Coat Metallic, so that means no XL, STX, XLT, FX2/FX4/Tremor, or Raptor. I've already got a 2013 Flex Limited in White Tri-Coat Metallic and it would be cool to have matching vehicles. Also, needs to be a 2011+ because I don't want to get a 5.4 truck, would rather have a 5.0 or 6.2 than it. Also, I can rule out any Harley trucks because I don't own or like Harley bikes and I can rule out any King Ranch trucks because I don't want brown/tan interior. I am ok with the brown/black that the Platinum comes in, but definitely no tan carpet. That leaves me with a Lariat, Platinum, Limited, or the special edition Lariat Limited.

I'm sort of leaning towards the Lariat Limited and possibly just changing the wheel and tire package to bring the towing capacity up a bit. The Lariat Limited from 2011 has everything I want basically and they were all essentially spec'd the same. The ideal truck would be a Platinum with the MAX Tow Package and 6.5' bed, but this will be hard to find I think.

 

Swapping out the wheels should be pretty easy, I think people like those lariat limited wheels, so you might be able to do it without paying money for the new wheels.

 

Yes, those wheels are pretty popular. I would probably go to 20" wheels. The one nice thing is if I were to just do a small lift or leveling kit I could get snow tires for the truck and it wouldn't look awkward. That's the problem with the F-250. With a 4" lift and 35's it just doesn't perform that amazing in the snow. It's good for moving, but stopping isn't very fun.

 

I'd love to have an extra set of my stock Limited White 22's, if you end up with one and want to get rid of them..lets talk!

Happy Hunting!