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Old Mar 22, 2006 | 09:38 AM
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hllon4whls, don't get discouraged, it happens. Keep plugging until you find the one that's right for you. Most of us here have had to look hard, some harder than others, but we'll almost all agree that the look is worth it when you have your truck.
 
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Old Mar 22, 2006 | 12:09 PM
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I agree. You stated that you weren't crazy about the colors anyway, and I'd pass on it for this reason alone, regardless of price. If you settle, and get something you really don't like - you'll be kicking yourself, especially when you see that Ford drive by decked out just the way you wanted it! I had a beautiful F250 that was totaled in October. When I started looking - I knew exactly what I wanted, but wasn't having much luck. A couple of times, I looked at, and test drove some really nice trucks, and I almost bought, but they just weren't the truck I really wanted (color, interior, etc..). It took me until February after constantly looking, but I found my brute! AND I'm soooooo happy I waited! What was really cool about it was that I got a heck of a deal on it - thousands cheaper than the trucks I almost bought! Half the fun is looking for it anyway! Keep on looking and enjoy the hunt. Something will come your way!
 
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Old Mar 22, 2006 | 08:12 PM
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TO give you an idea of what I missed out on since I am no longer looking for a truck. Always happens that way doesnt it. Friend called me today from dealership with two trucks available. An 03 lariat shortbox 2wd cc with 45k and and 04 king ranch 4wd cc with 65k. He told me 20k out the door- either one.

I would have gotten the 03 since it still had the 7.3

Oh well.
 
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Old Mar 23, 2006 | 08:34 AM
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Where in South Texas are you? I have a friend looking for a King Ranch that would love a shot at that.
 
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Old Mar 23, 2006 | 08:49 AM
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Where in South Texas are you? I have a friend looking for a King Ranch that would love a shot at that.
Your friend might want to read up a little on the track record of the early 6.0. He may decide it's not worth it.
 
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Old Mar 23, 2006 | 08:54 AM
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good point. but as a friend I still feel obligated to pass the info on. I will definitely pass my opinion of the engine on to them as well.
 
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Old Mar 23, 2006 | 01:00 PM
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I am in deep south texas. The dealership is in Rio Grande City. I would hurry though, because I dont think they will last long.
 
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Old Mar 23, 2006 | 03:52 PM
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cool, I will pass the info on. Thank you.
 
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