Ordering a new Ford...Help
 

I've decided on a V10 F250 and want to place an order next week. I know the model, packages, configuration. How do I know if I'm getting a good deal? I checked a couple of sites for invoices but they didn't seem to have much in the way of '08 information.

v10?

Yup...6.8 litre V10, 362hp/457 torque, the 5.4 litre won't hack it from a towing perspective and the diesel is a $6000 upcharge.

get the diesel it might cost more but it will also be worth more when you go to sell it

mcraymond3 on this board is a Ford dealer and one heck of a guy. Send him a message.

I've got one now...don't need it or the additional payments. Only towing a 33' short distances.

big mistake on the v10 . had 2, then went to the diesel 10mpg vs. 20mpg, well worth the 6k, plus I got killed on the resell, more like 10-12k less when you sell it. pay the 6k for sure.

The latest V-10 is an improvemant over the earlier models. It does the job and does it well, almost as good as the diesel and much quieter than the 6.0. The mileage driving around will be the same, but when towing the diesel will be better, as well as torquier in the hills, that's where the diesel shines. The V-10 is extremely soft on resale so the 6-6500k savings will be offset. I like the V-10 but prefer the 6.4 diesel for it's overall capabilities. Good Luck, and talk with Matt, he'll take care of you. Jeff

Indy,
I have a program where I can build and price anything that's out there. I checked it for '08 Ford's and I have the pricing for you. Shoot me a pm with your phone number and I'll be glad to build and price the truck out for you with dealer invoice and list price.
Rock

We have (5) V-10 trucks in my company (2002-2005): 1- 450 Mason Dump, 1- 450 Rack Truck, 3- 550 Enclosed Utility Trucks.
The motors are a pain in the azz to keep running right. The utility trucks were bought with 30,000 +/- miles from a public utility company and none of them idle right. We have thrown every sensor at them, scanned them and can't seem to get them to run right. The mason dump runs ok as does the rack truck but they are pigs on gas. They were fine at first but again there seems to be an issue with them not having the right fuel mix especially when loaded.

Just my personal experiences. I will never buy another V-10.

Buy the V-10 you won't be sorry,I love mine pulls 11k fine.Everyone has their own opinion,go on the Ford truck enthusiast web site in the V-10 forum and see what some of the people say there,I'm not alone.

You and Jazz are right, the response from the new 3 valve V10 is overwhelmingly positive. It'll be fine for my needs.

What he said!!

I have heard the newer v-10's are better, spark plug problem-fixed, better towing-fuel consumption. But you can't beat the diesel. The $6400 upgrade is a 10k plus when you sell; it's almost an investment.
That one long upgrade will get you very time!!!lol

nice post some pics when u get her !

If you're a regular in this forum, you'd have probably seen the diesel vs. gas thread where Indy was trying to make that decision- last week or do.

I am looking at V-10 F-250, everyone that has a diesel has constant engine problems I don't need that head ache I don't tow very far but with the new truck I won't be afraid to go places and I will feel more safer doing it

No V-10. Go diesel all the way.

Constant engine problems??? I have logged almost a 1/2 milllion miles on 4 Ford diesels since 98', with several different drivers, and have not had any engine problems. Diesels are made to tow/haul with very little maintenance and have substantially more torque, and will outlast gas engines every time. I don't know who you are talking to, but the new diesels from GM & Ford are exceptional motors with very few problems. I prefer the Powerstroke; drive a new one & you will be sold!

Steve,
Did you ever order the truck?
Rock