XLT or FX4
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XLT or FX4
Hello this is my first post and need some advice. Will be going with a new F350 SRW V10 4x4 long bed. The truck will be used to carry a large camper. The truck will have the Ford camper package. But not sure is it worth going with the FX4 over the XLT. The FX4 comes with Rancho's I believe and 4x4 package.
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FX4 comes with skid plates and "Rancho branded" shocks, which means stock shocks with the Rancho name painted on them.
XLT is just a trim option. It doens't contribute to load carrying capacity.
XLT is just a trim option. It doens't contribute to load carrying capacity.
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Yeah, going to the FX4 is mainly stufff or looks. But you get all weather mats and a "Advanced Security Group"
So if you want a better looking truck and you're willing to dropthe bucks, go with an FX4, but if you just want something to move you around, go get an XLT.
So if you want a better looking truck and you're willing to dropthe bucks, go with an FX4, but if you just want something to move you around, go get an XLT.
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Originally Posted by WaylongJennings
Yeah, going to the FX4 is mainly stufff or looks. But you get all weather mats and a "Advanced Security Group"
So if you want a better looking truck and you're willing to dropthe bucks, go with an FX4, but if you just want something to move you around, go get an XLT.
So if you want a better looking truck and you're willing to dropthe bucks, go with an FX4, but if you just want something to move you around, go get an XLT.
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As the original poster stated a "new" F-350, everyone should keep in mind that the the trim levels go: XL -> XLT -> FX4 -> Lariat -> Harley/King Ranch in the new Super Duties (2008+ model year).
To that end, the FX4 trim level includes (per the 2008 Order Guide):
(All XLT content, plus)
Powertrain/Function
Now the real question is whether or not the $7,835 (MSRP) in extra features included with the FX4 trim is worth it. (Ford's website lists the baseline XLT at $27,390, and a baseline FX4 at $35,225.)
To that end, the FX4 trim level includes (per the 2008 Order Guide):
(All XLT content, plus)
Powertrain/Function
- Drivetrain – 4x4 only
- Rear axle – limited slip
- Shocks – Rancho branded
- Skid plates – transfer case and fuel tank
- Transfer case – Manual
- Bumpers – front & rear, Dark Shadow Grey
- Fog Lamps
- Grille – body color billet-style surround w/medium platinum insert
- Handles – door, body color
- Wheel lip moldings – Dark Shadow Grey
- Wheels – 18" premium chrome-clad steel w/bright hub covers/center ornaments
- Air conditioning vents – silver metallic w/chrome ring
- Door trim – soft armrest/grab handle, unique metallic patterned appliqué, upper & lower map pockets & reflector
- Floor covering – black full carpet
- Floor mats – all weather floor mats
- Instrumental panel – unique metallic patterned appliqué
- Steering wheel – black leather – wrapped w/tilt
- Sunvisors – Color coordinated cloth, single driver w/covered mirror, single passenger w/covered mirror
- Advanced Security Group (autolock, autolamp, remote keyless entry, & wired keypad)
- SecuriLock® Anti-Theft Ignition
Now the real question is whether or not the $7,835 (MSRP) in extra features included with the FX4 trim is worth it. (Ford's website lists the baseline XLT at $27,390, and a baseline FX4 at $35,225.)
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Well, it all depends on how much of the stuff in the FX4 one would want. You can probably add most if not all of that on a custom build from the XLT, so it would depend on how many of the options you add to the point that it becomes cheaper to just get the FX4.
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Originally Posted by Deluxe05
Now the real question is whether or not the $7,835 (MSRP) in extra features included with the FX4 trim is worth it. (Ford's website lists the baseline XLT at $27,390, and a baseline FX4 at $35,225.)
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Continuing on that thought, I checked the Ford web site. Not only does the FX4 price include 4x4 drivetrain, it is only available in an SC or CC model, while the XLT price you gave is 4x2 regular cab.
So, XLT 4x4, Supercab = $33,790
While FX4 4x4 Supercab = $35,410
That's a good value IMO.
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So, XLT 4x4, Supercab = $33,790
While FX4 4x4 Supercab = $35,410
That's a good value IMO.
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Excellent point, Bill. I took that for granted, and really should have spelled it out.
To the original poster, I would say that the FX4 trim level is basically an appearance package combined with the 4x4 Off Road (17X) option package. See if you can find any FX4 Super Duty at a local Ford dealership, and see whether or not you like the bumper, grill, door handles, and interior appearance. If not, maybe you could go with an XLT with the 4x4 Off Road package (17X) to get into the same ballpark without the additional appearance items included in the FX4 trim.
Incidentally, the Advanced Security Group (60F) is an available option on the XLT. So that narrows the gap that much more.
To the original poster, I would say that the FX4 trim level is basically an appearance package combined with the 4x4 Off Road (17X) option package. See if you can find any FX4 Super Duty at a local Ford dealership, and see whether or not you like the bumper, grill, door handles, and interior appearance. If not, maybe you could go with an XLT with the 4x4 Off Road package (17X) to get into the same ballpark without the additional appearance items included in the FX4 trim.
Incidentally, the Advanced Security Group (60F) is an available option on the XLT. So that narrows the gap that much more.
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Originally Posted by MeyerzF350
bpounds, is that sticker price or dealer cost? I don't recall that big of a difference.
Anyway, I vote for FX4 Lariat.
Anyway, I vote for FX4 Lariat.
For $1,610 (negotiated price will be less) you get advanced security group, securilock, premimum wheels, LS axle, fogs, skid plates - well more stuff too, but those are the important ones to me. I call that good value.
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I thought the FX4 package took the place of the old Off Road package? And with the KR package I have body color door handles but a chrome grill. I guess this is just KR specific? It also has the FX4 package. Also I vote FX4 but I'm a little jaded