Notices
Excursion - King of SUVs 2000 - 2005 Ford Excursion
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

Soon to be Attempt #3

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Mar 4, 2015 | 10:59 PM
  #31  
Watcher58's Avatar
Watcher58
Laughing Gas
Joined: Nov 2014
Posts: 1,108
Likes: 23
Originally Posted by Toreador_Diesel
Something just doesn't seem right about that truck....

It's an Eddie Bauer truck, yet the Eddie Bauer never had a monochrome paint scheme option. The only trucks that had that were Limited trucks. So it's obviously been painted....

If you told me it was a Limited, I would believe you until I looked inside and saw the two tone seats.

The front bumper looks a little tweaked, could be my eyes, but it looks tweaked to me. Between the paintjob, the tweaked front bumper, and the lift, I'd have to guess that this truck was in some sort of wreck and was rebuilt.

I don't know what it is, but something tells me a better truck at a better price is out there for you.
That's the first thing that struck me as well. It was an Eddie Bauer since it has the two tone interior but at the least, the body cladding has been painted. Don't know what that means. Did you check the Carfax?
 
Reply
Old Mar 5, 2015 | 07:30 AM
  #32  
Apocalypse's Avatar
Apocalypse
Lead Driver
10 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Shutterbug
Joined: Nov 2012
Posts: 8,304
Likes: 28
From: Salem, VA
Hey joe, change the name of your thread to "joethepieguys X buying thread" or something
 
Reply
Old Mar 6, 2015 | 03:13 PM
  #33  
joethepieguy's Avatar
joethepieguy
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: Jan 2015
Posts: 44
Likes: 0
From: Northern Illinois
An update: unfortunately it looks like my plans are pushed off till sometime in the Summer due to unforseen reasons.
 
Reply
Old Mar 6, 2015 | 05:21 PM
  #34  
Apocalypse's Avatar
Apocalypse
Lead Driver
10 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Shutterbug
Joined: Nov 2012
Posts: 8,304
Likes: 28
From: Salem, VA
Originally Posted by joethepieguy
An update: unfortunately it looks like my plans are pushed off till sometime in the Summer due to unforseen reasons.
Boo We needed another thread after mine...
 
Reply
Old Mar 15, 2015 | 08:44 PM
  #35  
joethepieguy's Avatar
joethepieguy
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: Jan 2015
Posts: 44
Likes: 0
From: Northern Illinois
OK, reopening this thread I think..may have one last shot at this! Going tomorrow to see how it rides.

Found one at a dealer that I may be able to purchase. I took a bunch of pictures, some are random, and will post them below. What do you think based on the look of the vehicle? Interior looks outstanding, 154,000 miles. It is cloth and I really like leather but I can probably make do with it for now, maybe look into a leather swap later in time..also, is this color common? I have not seen it around a whole lot! I do know that it will need a grill replacement or paint of some sort, not sure what could have happened to it, maybe it sat for a while or something.

https://drive.google.com/folderview?...FU&usp=sharing
 
Reply
Old Mar 15, 2015 | 09:00 PM
  #36  
05MilMachine's Avatar
05MilMachine
Cargo Master
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 2,066
Likes: 4
From: North Texas
It looks well cared for. Someone liked it enough to put Michelin tires on it. I see some with "yakamoto Pluto michimato ultimate ht" white letter tires and it cheapens the whole vehicle. That one is certainly worthy of an up close look. The price seems on the low side.
 
Reply
Old Mar 15, 2015 | 10:39 PM
  #37  
Apocalypse's Avatar
Apocalypse
Lead Driver
10 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Shutterbug
Joined: Nov 2012
Posts: 8,304
Likes: 28
From: Salem, VA
Pass. It's not exactly what you want and you can do better I did and am EXTREMELY happy I did! LL, TD, KM, and the rest of FTE all stood behind (and in front of) me and made sure I got the perfect truck (for me). Make sure you do the same
 
Reply
Old Mar 16, 2015 | 12:34 AM
  #38  
Watcher58's Avatar
Watcher58
Laughing Gas
Joined: Nov 2014
Posts: 1,108
Likes: 23
Well after today I can safely say run like he!! from an X from the salty north. I knew I had a spot about the pinch well under the right rear door that was rusted through. I don't know how to weld so I had to figure out a way to put in some metal. I ended up bolting in a piece. Attempted my first bondo job in like forever. I hate that crap! Definitely have to buy more--a LOT more of that brain cell killer. This was the first "hole" and hopefully the only one---but dont torture yourself. When in doubt not only look at whats mentioned above but pull back the lower weatherstripping on the door.
 
Reply
FTE Stories

Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts

story-0

Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

 Joe Kucinski
story-1

3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

 Brett Foote
story-2

10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-3

Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

 Brett Foote
story-4

10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

 Joe Kucinski
story-5

10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

 Michael S. Palmer
story-6

Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

 Verdad Gallardo
story-7

Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

 Joe Kucinski
story-8

2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

 Brett Foote
story-9

Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

 Joe Kucinski
Old Mar 24, 2015 | 11:43 PM
  #39  
joethepieguy's Avatar
joethepieguy
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: Jan 2015
Posts: 44
Likes: 0
From: Northern Illinois
Well my friends, I am now an Ex owner. A very, very proud Ex owner. Found one at a dealer for a bit of a price, talked them down to an excellent price (in my opinion).

I am now an owner of a Black 2001 Ford Excursion Limited V10.
It has 135k miles and a nice Gibson Exhaust and K&N Cold Air Intake (even though it does not do much).
An interesting Bull Bar.
It has the F350 grill (even though I like the Excursion one, this is nice too)
New wheels (not sure what kind, unfortunately it is not a manual hub one (weird))
No scratches, dents and the like, it was garage kept.

I am shocked by the quality of the vehicle, amazing! I will post pictures tomorrow in the day time!!!!
 
Reply
Old Mar 25, 2015 | 06:18 AM
  #40  
WE3ZS's Avatar
WE3ZS
Moderator
15 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 12,055
Likes: 1,559
From: Media PA
Club FTE Gold Member
Good for you Joe! Looking forward to the pictures.
Confused by your comment on the hubs? All Ex came with the auto vacuum hubs I think.........
 
Reply
Old Mar 25, 2015 | 06:36 AM
  #41  
Apocalypse's Avatar
Apocalypse
Lead Driver
10 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Shutterbug
Joined: Nov 2012
Posts: 8,304
Likes: 28
From: Salem, VA
YAY! Another success story!!!
 
Reply
Old Mar 25, 2015 | 06:45 AM
  #42  
JuanHuevos's Avatar
JuanHuevos
More Turbo
10 Year Member
Joined: Sep 2014
Posts: 620
Likes: 0
From: Waco, Texas
Club FTE Gold Member
Originally Posted by joethepieguy
Well my friends, I am now an Ex owner. A very, very proud Ex owner. Found one at a dealer for a bit of a price, talked them down to an excellent price (in my opinion). I am now an owner of a Black 2001 Ford Excursion Limited V10. It has 135k miles and a nice Gibson Exhaust and K&N Cold Air Intake (even though it does not do much). An interesting Bull Bar. It has the F350 grill (even though I like the Excursion one, this is nice too) New wheels (not sure what kind, unfortunately it is not a manual hub one (weird)) No scratches, dents and the like, it was garage kept. I am shocked by the quality of the vehicle, amazing! I will post pictures tomorrow in the day time!!!!
Way to go man! A good dead is in the eye of the beholder. So if you feel you got a good deal, then you did!
Let the games begin!
 
Reply
Old Mar 25, 2015 | 07:18 AM
  #43  
Apocalypse's Avatar
Apocalypse
Lead Driver
10 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Shutterbug
Joined: Nov 2012
Posts: 8,304
Likes: 28
From: Salem, VA
Originally Posted by JuanHuevos
A good dead is in the eye of the beholder.
 
Reply
Old Mar 25, 2015 | 11:31 AM
  #44  
joethepieguy's Avatar
joethepieguy
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: Jan 2015
Posts: 44
Likes: 0
From: Northern Illinois
Here are some pictures!!!!

https://drive.google.com/folderview?...zA&usp=sharing



Also I forgot to add it has some yellow bilsteins shocks (or something like that, might not be shocks but they are bilsteins) in the rear!!!

Another question, what is that gray cylinder with the wiring near it? It is near the air filter.
 
Reply
Old Mar 25, 2015 | 12:01 PM
  #45  
IMASAP's Avatar
IMASAP
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: Dec 2014
Posts: 1,715
Likes: 60
From: Central NH
Congratulations !


Looked at the pics..... truck looks great to me.
 
Reply



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 06:31 PM.

story-0
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-1
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-3
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-6
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-8
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-9
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE