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2011 Ford F-350 Super Duty Xl Xcab 4-door 6.7l Diesel Powerstroke 4x4 Flatbed on 2040-cars

US $18,798.00
Year:2011 Mileage:186828 Color: WHITE
Location:

Fort Worth, Texas, United States

Fort Worth, Texas, United States

 

 

2011 Ford Super Duty F-350 XL DRW 4WD SuperCab 4DR 6.7L Diesel Power Stroke, Automatic Trans, 4x4 , Rear dually, Flatbed. HD Mirrors , Heated Mirrors with turn signal , Tilt Wheel, Tinted Glass, Step rails, Am/ Fm Cd player with MP3 player. Cruise control, HD Rubber Flooring, and lots more, over 90 Photos and 1 Video to see, great truck, must come see it and drive it for yourself, free copy of Autochek. Autocheck Report.

 

--Vehicle Information--

Stock: 4418
Year: 2001
Make: FORD
Model: F-350 XL POWERSTROKE
Engine: V8 6.7L DIESEL POWERSTROKE
Trans: AUTOMATIC TRANS / 4X4
Body: XCAB 4DR
Exterior: WHITE
Interior: GRAY
Miles: 186,828
Vin No: 1FD8X3HT7BEC67779

Vehicle Options

 

--Vehicle Information--

2011 Ford Super Duty F-350 XL DRW 4WD SuperCab 4DR 6.7L Diesel Power Storke, Automatic Trans, 4x4 , Rear dually, Flatbed. HD Mirrors , Heated Mirrors with turn signal , Tilt Wheel, Tinted Glass, Step rails, Am/ Fm Cd player with MP3 player. Cruise control, HD Rubber Flooring, and lots more, over 90 Photos and 1 Video to see, great truck, must come see it and drive it for yourself, free copy of Autochek. Autocheck Report.** COMES WITH THE POWERFUL V8 DIESEL 6.7L , STARTS, SOUNDS, AND RUNS GREAT, COMES WITH AUTOMATIC TARNS, SHIFTS NICE,  MUST SOME SEE IT AND DRIVE IT YOURSELF. COME FOR A TEST DRIVE.

EXTERIOR IS GRET SHAPE, COMES WITH A NICE HD FLATBED WITH STORAGE BOXES, SEE PHOTOS,  (see pic for details). TRUCK  MAY SHOW SOME SIGN OF USE FOR A USED TRUCK AND THE AGE OF THE TUCK, FRONT GRILL SHOWS A CRACK ON THE SIDE OF IT, Autocheck Reports * announced as Structural Damage for flat bed and cracked front girl.** PLEASE VIEW PHOTOS,  SEE PHOTOS FOR CLOSE UP *  AS WE KNOW USED TRUCKS MAY OR COMES WITH , MARKS, RUBS, DINGS, DENTS, DOOR MARKS, CHIPPING, SCRATCHES, ETC,  NORMAL SIGN OF USE, OVER ALL YOU MUST COME CHECK THIS TRUCK OUT FOR YOUR SELF. COME TEST DRIVE IT.

 THE INTERIOR IS IN GOOD SHAPE, SHOWS SOME SIGN OF USE FOR A WORK TRUCK. SEE PHOTOS . DOOR PANELS, HEADLINERS ARE IN  GOOD SHAPE( may come with Some sign of use, see pic for detail). WE HAVE OVER 90+ PHOTO TO SEE IT MUST COME SEE IT AND DRIVE IT YOUR SELF.

WE HAVE INCLUDED LOTS OF PIC FOR YOU TO SEE AND JUDGE FOR YOURSELF WHAT KIND OF CONDITION THIS VEHICLE IS IN. WE WELCOME TEST DRIVE AND OUTSIDE INSPECTORS SO PLEASE FEEL FREE TO STOP BY FOR EITHER. THIS VEHICLE IS PRICED TO SELL. PRICED WAY BELOW WHOLESALE BOOK VALUE. WE HAVE INCLUDED LOTS PICS OF THE IN AND OUT OF THE VEHICLE FOR YOU TO SEE AND JUDGE FOR YOURSELF. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CALL OR EMAIL.

WE ATTEMPT DESCRIBE VEHICLES TO THE BEST OF OUR ABILITY, PLEASE SEE THE PHOTOS AND CALL WITH QUESTIONS.  OUR DESCRIPTION ISN'T TO  BE CONSIDERED EXHAUSTIVE. PLEASE EITHER SCHEDULE A TEST DRIVE OR AN INDEPENDENT INSPECTION, PLEASE DON'T MAKE ANY ASSUMPTIONS AND ASK IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS.

WE HAVE DONE OUR BEST TO SHOW AND DESCRIBE THIS VEHICLE TO YOU. BE SURE TO CHECK OUT ALL THE PHOTOS, *ALL SALES ARE FINAL, * AS-IS NO WARRANTY*, WE DO HAVE WARRANTY AVAILABLE FROM INDEPENDENT WARRANTY COMPANIES, WHICH MAY BE AVAILABLE AT BUYER'S EXPENSE*  ASK YOUR SALES PERSON FOR DETAILS. GOOD LUCK AND HAPPY BIDDING.

AUCTION STOCK # ( 4418 ) EBAY

Contact Us:-

MAIN   817-834-8383

 SALES- 817-966-0640

SALES-817-808-1285

ace@acemotorcars.com

amc_direct@msn.com

Please take yoru time to read  Terms & Conditions of Sale
 

Terms & Conditions

Ace Motor Group LLC. Terms & Conditions of Sale

Test Drives and Vehicle Viewings:

 All vehicle test drives and showings are by appointment only, please notify us at least 24 hours prior to desired time to make an appointment.

Buyer Pre and After Sale Inspection:

We recommend and highly encourage buyers to personally pick up and inspect vehicle. We welcome and encourage a buyers inspection either buyer, relative, Friend or a 3rd party may come and inspect vehicle . If you plan to have a buyers inspection, please make sure you inspect the vehicle prior to the auction ending or after. Inspection fees if any are Buyers responsibility.

Vehicle Condition:

 All vehicles sold by Ace Motor Group LLc. are pre-owned vehicles, and therefore may have imperfections such as dings, chips, light scratches, and other wear and tear evidence. Please understand that according to age and mileage of vehicles this will vary. We include over 50 pictures of each vehicle to help show the condition of our vehicles.

Titles:

 We guarantee clean, clear, and lien free titles on all our vehicles unless otherwise stated in the listings. All mileage stated is actual unless otherwise noted in the listing. Please understand that the mileage may be higher at time of delivery due to test drives and transportation. An Odometer Disclosure Statement will be included in your sales documents. In the state of Texas dealer title work can take up to 20 business days. All buyers will receive a temporary license plate which is good for 3 weeks. We hold all titles 10 - 14 days after payment. titles will be mailed out via usps certified mailing with return receipts.

Shipping and Transportation:

 We are willing to help with any feasible shipping or delivery arrangements that the buyer may wish to arrange. Please understand that we will arrange shipping for you as a value added service only. We do not have any affiliation with any shippers or transporters. We also provide complementary airport transportation from Dallas Fort Worth DFW International Airport to our facility with arrangement. when we are able too or if we have the right staff to do so. please confirm with us before arriving if we are able to do so at that time. *Buyer is responsible for all shipping charges . we do not pay for any shipping charges for any reason.

Storage Terms:

we will hold or store your vehicle that you bought for you for a period of 5-7 days  for free until you arrange shipping or for you to come and get the vehicle, if you need more time let us know and we will be happy to do so. but as long as the car in our lot please get your insurance to cover the vehicle while its stored in our place, our place its open lot and we have no covered storage. so please make sure your car is insured by your own insurance. we are not responsible for the vehicle while it stored.

Actions:

 Ace Motor Group LLc reserves the right to sell this vehicle through other venues, provided that the auction has not ended with a winning bid. If you have only negative feedback or bid retractions, DO NOT BID without pre approval from Ace Motor Group LLc . Unqualified Bidding, Nonpaying Bidders, Auction Interference, Shill Bidding, or any form of harassment can be subject to legal prosecution. and we reserve the right to cancel , cancel sale and end the auction at any time for any reason.

Vehicles:

We will guarantee that this vehicle will pass the Texas State Emissions Inspection at time of sale. At buyer's own expense, we will permit any pre-sale inspections to be conducted at our facility to examine this vehicle for mechanical defects or problems. We do our very best to describe the condition of our vehicles, however, we are only human and these are used vehicles, therefore, we will not be held responsible for errors or omissions in the description of the above vehicle or typographical errors in any of our vehicles listings. All vehicle options, specs, features, color descriptions, history, paint history, maintenance records and manufacturer's warranty information must be researched and confirmed by buyer or 3rd party service before completing purchase. We will furnish all original manuals, service records, extra keys and keyless remotes, or any other accessories only if available to us, please understand that there may be missing accessories such as CD cartridges, navigation discs, floor mats, keyless remotes, ect; so please be sure to check the pictures to make sure that they are present with this vehicle or contact us for complete and accurate accessories list. Helpful research information can be found at Edmunds.com, AutoCheck.com, Carchex.com, CarFax.com, Etc...

We do not guarantee any aftermarket accessories or parts on any of our vehicles such as lift kits, stereos, performance enhancements, ect. Understand that anything aftermarket added to a vehicle can alter a vehicles ride, performance, durability, fuel consumption, warranty, quality ect. Any vehicles that have been lifted are stated altered suspension, and altered frame because of the welds and holes made to the frame for the suspension and lift kits.

Vehicle Warranty:

 All vehicles are being sold as is, where is with no warranty, expressed written or implied. However some vehicles may be covered under the manufacturer's warranty. Manufacturer's warranty is a vehicle manufacturer promises to stand by its product and asserts that the manner in which the car was made and the materials used to make it are free from defects. A typical manufacturer's warranty lasts 3 years or 36,000 miles and some care are 4 years or 50,000 miles,  whichever comes first. ( Some other vehicles my be different than other depending on the Manufacturer these are most common and standard examples) The manufacturer's warranty is a guarantee that the manufacturer will make any necessary repairs due to defective materials used or improper manufacturing, at no charge to the owner.  Therefore, no responsibility is assumed by Ace Motor Group or its agents for errors or omissions in this information. It is the buyer's responsibility to verify coverage and expiration dates via the vehicle manufacturer. We do offer Services Contracts / Mechanical Breakdown Protection plans on many of our vehicles that are services and sold by third party warranty company's and are not administrated by Ace Motor Group LLc. These warranties are accepted by most authorized service centers and new car franchise dealerships nationwide. Details and prices on our complete line of warranties and service agreements are available upon request.

Buyer's Guide:

 This vehicle is being sold AS/IS WHERE IS, with no guarantees or warranties written or implied. As required by federal law an AS-IS Buyer's Guide well be included sales documents and must be signed and accepted by buyer.

Payment Terms:

 Bidders must seek pre-approval and commitment from a lender before making a bid. The successful high bidder will submit a $500.00 non-refundable deposit via PayPal within 2 business days of the close of the auction to secure the vehicle. Buyer agrees to pay remaining balance due (plus applicable fees and taxes) within 5 business days of the close of the auction.

Acceptable Payment Methods:

 Certified Bank Check, or Bank Wire Transfer. We do also accept payments from online lenders such as: eBay Finance, please contact us for further information regarding these forms of payment. For all cashier's check payments, we must receive a faxed copy 2 days before time of delivery for verification.

Fees and Taxes:

 All sales are subject to a $50 Documentary fee, a $52.00 Online Admin fee for fee for handling paperwork, filing titles, mailing and copying costs for out of state buyers. And a Vehicle Inventory Tax which is only 0.002665% of the sales price, for example: $10,000 purchase = $26.65 V.I.T. Tax. Texas residents must pay 6.25% sales tax and all other applicable Texas fees and taxes. Out of state buyers are responsible for their local state taxes and title transfer fees, which should be paid within.

UPDATES

 Ace Motor Group reserves the right to change the terms and conditions of sale at any time. Customers are encouraged to review the Terms of Sale on a periodic basis for modifications. This Ace Motor Group Terms and Conditions of Sale is a revision/update. This Policy supersedes any previous terms and conditions. Any terms and conditions that contradict this revision or update will be invalid. Terms and conditions are subject to change without notice.

 
 

2011 Ford Super Duty F-350 XL DRW 4WD SuperCab 4DR 6.7L Diesel Power Storke, Automatic Trans, 4x4 , Rear dually, Flatbed. HD Mirrors , Heated Mirrors with turn signal , Tilt Wheel, Tinted Glass, Step rails, Am/ Fm Cd player with MP3 player. Cruise control, HD Rubber Flooring, and lots more, over 90 Photos and 1 Video to see, great truck, must come see it and drive it for yourself, free copy of Autochek. Autocheck Report.

 
 

--Vehicle Information--

Stock: 4418
Year: 2001
Make: FORD
Model: F-350 XL POWERSTROKE
Engine: V8 6.7L DIESEL POWERSTROKE
Trans: AUTOMATIC TRANS / 4X4
Body: XCAB 4DR
Exterior: WHITE
Interior: GRAY
Miles: 186,828
Vin No: 1FD8X3HT7BEC67779

Vehicle Options

 

--Vehicle Information--

2011 Ford Super Duty F-350 XL DRW 4WD SuperCab 4DR 6.7L Diesel Power Storke, Automatic Trans, 4x4 , Rear dually, Flatbed. HD Mirrors , Heated Mirrors with turn signal , Tilt Wheel, Tinted Glass, Step rails, Am/ Fm Cd player with MP3 player. Cruise control, HD Rubber Flooring, and lots more, over 90 Photos and 1 Video to see, great truck, must come see it and drive it for yourself, free copy of Autochek. Autocheck Report.** COMES WITH THE POWERFUL V8 DIESEL 6.7L , STARTS, SOUNDS, AND RUNS GREAT, COMES WITH AUTOMATIC TARNS, SHIFTS NICE,  MUST SOME SEE IT AND DRIVE IT YOURSELF. COME FOR A TEST DRIVE.

EXTERIOR IS GREAT SHAPE, COMES WITH A NICE HD FLATBED WITH STORAGE BOXES, SEE PHOTOS,  (see pic for details). TRUCK  MAY SHOW SOME SIGN OF USE FOR A USED TRUCK AND THE AGE OF THE TUCK, FRONT GRILL SHOWS A CRACK ON THE SIDE OF IT, Autocheck Reports * announced as Structural Damage for flat bed and cracked front girl.** PLEASE VIEW PHOTOS,  SEE PHOTOS FOR CLOSE UP *  AS WE KNOW USED TRUCKS MAY OR COMES WITH , MARKS, RUBS, DINGS, DENTS, DOOR MARKS, CHIPPING, SCRATCHES, ETC,  NORMAL SIGN OF USE, OVER ALL YOU MUST COME CHECK THIS TRUCK OUT FOR YOUR SELF. COME TEST DRIVE IT.

 THE INTERIOR IS IN GOOD SHAPE, SHOWS SOME SIGN OF USE FOR A WORK TRUCK. SEE PHOTOS . DOOR PANELS, HEADLINERS ARE IN  GOOD SHAPE( may come with Some sign of use, see pic for detail). WE HAVE OVER 90+ PHOTO TO SEE IT MUST COME SEE IT AND DRIVE IT YOUR SELF.

WE HAVE INCLUDED LOTS OF PIC FOR YOU TO SEE AND JUDGE FOR YOURSELF WHAT KIND OF CONDITION THIS VEHICLE IS IN. WE WELCOME TEST DRIVE AND OUTSIDE INSPECTORS SO PLEASE FEEL FREE TO STOP BY FOR EITHER. THIS VEHICLE IS PRICED TO SELL. PRICED WAY BELOW WHOLESALE BOOK VALUE. WE HAVE INCLUDED LOTS PICS OF THE IN AND OUT OF THE VEHICLE FOR YOU TO SEE AND JUDGE FOR YOURSELF. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CALL OR EMAIL.

WE ATTEMPT DESCRIBE VEHICLES TO THE BEST OF OUR ABILITY, PLEASE SEE THE PHOTOS AND CALL WITH QUESTIONS.  OUR DESCRIPTION ISN'T TO  BE CONSIDERED EXHAUSTIVE. PLEASE EITHER SCHEDULE A TEST DRIVE OR AN INDEPENDENT INSPECTION, PLEASE DON'T MAKE ANY ASSUMPTIONS AND ASK IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS.

WE HAVE DONE OUR BEST TO SHOW AND DESCRIBE THIS VEHICLE TO YOU. BE SURE TO CHECK OUT ALL THE PHOTOS, *ALL SALES ARE FINAL, * AS-IS NO WARRANTY*, WE DO HAVE WARRANTY AVAILABLE FROM INDEPENDENT WARRANTY COMPANIES, WHICH MAY BE AVAILABLE AT BUYER'S EXPENSE*  ASK YOUR SALES PERSON FOR DETAILS. GOOD LUCK AND HAPPY BIDDING.

AUCTION STOCK # ( 4418 ) EBAY

Contact Us:-

MAIN   817-834-8383

 SALES- 817-966-0640

SALES-817-808-1285

ace@acemotorcars.com

amc_direct@msn.com

Please take yoru time to read  Terms & Conditions of Sale

 

Terms & Conditions

Ace Motor Group LLC. Terms & Conditions of Sale

Test Drives and Vehicle Viewings:

 All vehicle test drives and showings are by appointment only, please notify us at least 24 hours prior to desired time to make an appointment.

Buyer Pre and After Sale Inspection:

We recommend and highly encourage buyers to personally pick up and inspect vehicle. We welcome and encourage a buyers inspection either buyer, relative, Friend or a 3rd party may come and inspect vehicle . If you plan to have a buyers inspection, please make sure you inspect the vehicle prior to the auction ending or after. Inspection fees if any are Buyers responsibility.

Vehicle Condition:

 All vehicles sold by Ace Motor Group LLc. are pre-owned vehicles, and therefore may have imperfections such as dings, chips, light scratches, and other wear and tear evidence. Please understand that according to age and mileage of vehicles this will vary. We include over 50 pictures of each vehicle to help show the condition of our vehicles.

Titles:

 We guarantee clean, clear, and lien free titles on all our vehicles unless otherwise stated in the listings. All mileage stated is actual unless otherwise noted in the listing. Please understand that the mileage may be higher at time of delivery due to test drives and transportation. An Odometer Disclosure Statement will be included in your sales documents. In the state of Texas dealer title work can take up to 20 business days. All buyers will receive a temporary license plate which is good for 3 weeks. We hold all titles 10 - 14 days after payment. titles will be mailed out via usps certified mailing with return receipts.

Shipping and Transportation:

 We are willing to help with any feasible shipping or delivery arrangements that the buyer may wish to arrange. Please understand that we will arrange shipping for you as a value added service only. We do not have any affiliation with any shippers or transporters. We also provide complementary airport transportation from Dallas Fort Worth DFW International Airport to our facility with arrangement. when we are able too or if we have the right staff to do so. please confirm with us before arriving if we are able to do so at that time. *Buyer is responsible for all shipping charges . we do not pay for any shipping charges for any reason.

Storage Terms:

we will hold or store your vehicle that you bought for you for a period of 5-7 days  for free until you arrange shipping or for you to come and get the vehicle, if you need more time let us know and we will be happy to do so. but as long as the car in our lot please get your insurance to cover the vehicle while its stored in our place, our place its open lot and we have no covered storage. so please make sure your car is insured by your own insurance. we are not responsible for the vehicle while it stored.

Actions:

 Ace Motor Group LLc reserves the right to sell this vehicle through other venues, provided that the auction has not ended with a winning bid. If you have only negative feedback or bid retractions, DO NOT BID without pre approval from Ace Motor Group LLc . Unqualified Bidding, Nonpaying Bidders, Auction Interference, Shill Bidding, or any form of harassment can be subject to legal prosecution. and we reserve the right to cancel , cancel sale and end the auction at any time for any reason.

Vehicles:

We will guarantee that this vehicle will pass the Texas State Emissions Inspection at time of sale. At buyer's own expense, we will permit any pre-sale inspections to be conducted at our facility to examine this vehicle for mechanical defects or problems. We do our very best to describe the condition of our vehicles, however, we are only human and these are used vehicles, therefore, we will not be held responsible for errors or omissions in the description of the above vehicle or typographical errors in any of our vehicles listings. All vehicle options, specs, features, color descriptions, history, paint history, maintenance records and manufacturer's warranty information must be researched and confirmed by buyer or 3rd party service before completing purchase. We will furnish all original manuals, service records, extra keys and keyless remotes, or any other accessories only if available to us, please understand that there may be missing accessories such as CD cartridges, navigation discs, floor mats, keyless remotes, ect; so please be sure to check the pictures to make sure that they are present with this vehicle or contact us for complete and accurate accessories list. Helpful research information can be found at Edmunds.com, AutoCheck.com, Carchex.com, CarFax.com, Etc...

We do not guarantee any aftermarket accessories or parts on any of our vehicles such as lift kits, stereos, performance enhancements, ect. Understand that anything aftermarket added to a vehicle can alter a vehicles ride, performance, durability, fuel consumption, warranty, quality ect. Any vehicles that have been lifted are stated altered suspension, and altered frame because of the welds and holes made to the frame for the suspension and lift kits.

Vehicle Warranty:

 All vehicles are being sold as is, where is with no warranty, expressed written or implied. However some vehicles may be covered under the manufacturer's warranty. Manufacturer's warranty is a vehicle manufacturer promises to stand by its product and asserts that the manner in which the car was made and the materials used to make it are free from defects. A typical manufacturer's warranty lasts 3 years or 36,000 miles and some care are 4 years or 50,000 miles,  whichever comes first. ( Some other vehicles my be different than other depending on the Manufacturer these are most common and standard examples) The manufacturer's warranty is a guarantee that the manufacturer will make any necessary repairs due to defective materials used or improper manufacturing, at no charge to the owner.  Therefore, no responsibility is assumed by Ace Motor Group or its agents for errors or omissions in this information. It is the buyer's responsibility to verify coverage and expiration dates via the vehicle manufacturer. We do offer Services Contracts / Mechanical Breakdown Protection plans on many of our vehicles that are services and sold by third party warranty company's and are not administrated by Ace Motor Group LLc. These warranties are accepted by most authorized service centers and new car franchise dealerships nationwide. Details and prices on our complete line of warranties and service agreements are available upon request.

Buyer's Guide:

 This vehicle is being sold AS/IS WHERE IS, with no guarantees or warranties written or implied. As required by federal law an AS-IS Buyer's Guide well be included sales documents and must be signed and accepted by buyer.

Payment Terms:

 Bidders must seek pre-approval and commitment from a lender before making a bid. The successful high bidder will submit a $500.00 non-refundable deposit via PayPal within 2 business days of the close of the auction to secure the vehicle. Buyer agrees to pay remaining balance due (plus applicable fees and taxes) within 5 business days of the close of the auction.

Acceptable Payment Methods:

 Certified Bank Check, or Bank Wire Transfer. We do also accept payments from online lenders such as: eBay Finance, please contact us for further information regarding these forms of payment. For all cashier's check payments, we must receive a faxed copy 2 days before time of delivery for verification.

Fees and Taxes:

 All sales are subject to a $50 Documentary fee, a $52.00 Online Admin fee for fee for handling paperwork, filing titles, mailing and copying costs for out of state buyers. And a Vehicle Inventory Tax which is only 0.002665% of the sales price, for example: $10,000 purchase = $26.65 V.I.T. Tax. Texas residents must pay 6.25% sales tax and all other applicable Texas fees and taxes. Out of state buyers are responsible for their local state taxes and title transfer fees, which should be paid within.

UPDATES

 Ace Motor Group reserves the right to change the terms and conditions of sale at any time. Customers are encouraged to review the Terms of Sale on a periodic basis for modifications. This Ace Motor Group Terms and Conditions of Sale is a revision/update. This Policy supersedes any previous terms and conditions. Any terms and conditions that contradict this revision or update will be invalid. Terms and conditions are subject to change without notice.

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One of the perks of reviewing all manner of cars and trucks is that we're exposed to all the different infotainment systems. Whether Cadillac's CUE, Chrysler's UConnect, BMW's iDrive or MyFord Touch, we sample each and every infotainment system on the market.
Not surprisingly, some are better than others. It seems consumers have come to a similar consensus, with Consumer Reports claiming that Ford and Lincoln, Cadillac and Honda offer the worst user infotainment experiences. Not surprisingly, you won't find much argument among the Autoblog staff.
Take a look below to see just what it is about the latest batch of infotainment systems that grinds CR's gears. After that, scroll down into Comments and let us know if you agree with the mag's views.

2015 Ford Transit

Wed, 11 Jun 2014

As a segment, fullsize vans are stealth-fighter invisible on most consumers' radar. Visit a dealership for any of the four brands that offer them and you'll be lucky to find even one on display. These are commercial vehicles primarily, even more so than pickup trucks. Vans are the shuttles for plumbers, caterers, carpenters, concrete layers, masons, electricians, florists and flooring, and a huge part of this country's productivity is accomplished using them. At the moment, Ford is the 800-pound gorilla in that room - fully 41 percent of commercial vehicles wear a Blue Oval. So when Ford announced three years ago it would be ditching its commercial bread-and-butter E-Series, it meant the Transit that would be replacing the Econoline had huge, 53-year-old shoes to fill.
We were still a bit nostalgic about Econoline vans going away until going directly from the Transit first drive in Kansas City to an E-350 airport shuttle. Climb up through the Econoline's tiny double doors and bang your head on the opening, crouch all the way to your seat then enjoy a loud, rattle-prone, creaky, harsh ride on beam-hard seats while struggling to see out the low windows. This is an experience nearly every traveler has had. By comparison, the Transits we'd just spent two days with were every bit of the four decades better they needed to be. It cannot be understated just how much better the Transit is in every single way. The load floor is barely more than knee high. There's a huge side door, and hitting your head on a door opening is nearly impossible. Stand up all the way if you're under six-foot, six-inches - no more half-hunching down the aisle. There are windows actually designed to be looked out of. The ride is buttery smooth, no booming vibration from un-restrained metal panels and no squeaks. Conversations can be held at normal levels rather than yelling over the roar of an ancient V8. The seats are comfortable. The AC is cold. There are cupholders.
Enough anecdote-laying, what's in a Transit? We're talking about a very fullsized unibody van that's enjoyed a 49-year history in Ye Olde Europe. This latest iteration is part of the "One Ford" initiative, so it was designed as a global offering from the get-go, eschewing the body-on-frame construction the E-Series has used since 1975. Instead, the Transit integrates a rigid ladder frame into an overall frame construction made of high-strength cold-rolled and boron steel. The suspension is a simple but well-tuned Macpherson strut array up front with a rear solid axle and leaf springs.

Ford Explorer, Expedition next to go aluminum?

Sun, 13 Apr 2014

Ford made some serious waves when it unveiled the latest F-150. Instead of making its bodywork out of steel, like just about every other truck on the market, Ford went with aluminum. And you can bet the F-150 won't be the last Ford model to go with the lightweight alloy construction, either.
Our compatriots at Edmunds report that Dearborn is considering replacing two of its most popular SUVs with aluminum versions. One candidate is the Expedition, which would make sense considering that the current model (like the two preceding generations and the fullsize Bronco before it) is based on the F-150's underpinnings. Another is the Explorer, which was traditionally based on the Ranger pickup but went with a car-like unibody chassis in its current iteration. If the Explorer does go the way of aluminum, don't expect it to be a part of its very next update, which is likely due too soon for such major changes.
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