Wait for better rebates or buy now?
07-24-2019, 11:52 AM
#31
Keep over length in mind. A Screw with 6.5' bed may not allow you to get past it to other side (too long) when parked in your garage, if you are setup that way. Scab suicide doors are a little weird, yeah. All depends on what works for you.
07-24-2019, 08:08 PM
#32
07-24-2019, 08:23 PM
#33
07-24-2019, 10:36 PM
#34
Member
LOL @ a car salesman telling the truth about the price of the vehicle. He’s 100% making money on the deal - never believe them when they say that. To put things in perspective my 2018 XLT SCAB stickered for over $48K and I got it for a bit more than $35K after rebates and incentives but before TTL. He can do a lot better on the price.
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07-25-2019, 12:37 AM
#35
Scab for me
Everyone is telling you to go with the Screw and while I agree it's probably the best option for most people, the Scab has it's place. I personally like having a 6.5' bed with the same length as a Screw short bed. I also like the look, personal preference that's all. It should be noted I only have a single little one so parents with a bunch of kids will likely think differently.
Also the price you are being quoted is fair, but not awesome. Look for $4-5 K below invoice goal after all considerations. Get quotes from various dealers and ask for competitive quotes.
07-25-2019, 05:49 AM
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07-25-2019, 06:07 AM
#37
Thanks.
what is your guys opinion on Labor Day coming up? Thinking about seriously starting to shop this weekend. Or am I better off waiting until Labor Day, in other words historically does ford have good Labor Day sales(better than what’s already out there)
what is your guys opinion on Labor Day coming up? Thinking about seriously starting to shop this weekend. Or am I better off waiting until Labor Day, in other words historically does ford have good Labor Day sales(better than what’s already out there)
07-25-2019, 11:03 PM
#38
Tell him $36,250 out the door is the best you can do, and you'll come in and buy right away if they meet your price. Then wait and keep shopping around. I bet you'll hear back from them in a week or two if the truck is still sitting. If at that time, they come close with a counter-offer, say $36,550, buy it. If they're still up around $37,750 let it sit some more.
If you find a killer deal on a truck somewhere and can get the price they're willing to sell it to you in writing, you can use that to leverage a great deal on the real truck you want at another dealership too. Especially if it's a nearby competing dealership.
The SCAB will be easier to swing a deal one because everybody wants the SCREW since it carries passengers better and is easier to open the doors at the mall. But if you'd rather use it more like a truck than a passenger vehicle, the SCAB is the way to go. I doubt I could fit a bear in the back of the SCREW without it hanging off the tailgate.
If you find a killer deal on a truck somewhere and can get the price they're willing to sell it to you in writing, you can use that to leverage a great deal on the real truck you want at another dealership too. Especially if it's a nearby competing dealership.
The SCAB will be easier to swing a deal one because everybody wants the SCREW since it carries passengers better and is easier to open the doors at the mall. But if you'd rather use it more like a truck than a passenger vehicle, the SCAB is the way to go. I doubt I could fit a bear in the back of the SCREW without it hanging off the tailgate.
07-26-2019, 08:05 AM
#39
Where I screwed up was I didn't know about PCO's (private cash offers) from Ford. I'd not received any in the mail but I didn't know to call Ford customer center and ask if there were any pco's in my name. But $10K off sticker is still a fair deal I suppose. Didn't own a Ford before so may not have been in their system for pco's anyhow.
Given that this was last month, I would expect the OP should be able to find similar level of dealer discounting and factory incentives on the truck he seeks when the Labor Day sales begin. Correct me if wrong but Ford has or is very soon stopped 2019 builds and is building 2020's now, so what's in dealer stock as model yr 2019's has to be moved asap?
Last edited by ripsaw5165; 07-26-2019 at 08:09 AM.
07-28-2019, 03:10 PM
#40
Senior Member
I think its funny seeing so many say, you need a crew if you have kids. My dad had an ext cab ranger with two kids. Somehow we managed lol.
I am with the OP, super cab is my preference for the same reasons. Looks and size. I prefer the 6.5ft bed over a crew cab and if I got a crew with the 6.5 bed it wouldn’t fit in my garage with room to get around it.
My opinion is if you are in no big hurry, wait it out until you find what you want at a price you are happy with. With that being said, for me anyway, what is your time worth? Is it worth looking online or calling dealers for weeks on end to save how much? If you are saving a couple grand fine, but $500? To me just buy at your local dealer as long as you are happy with their service and move on.
I am with the OP, super cab is my preference for the same reasons. Looks and size. I prefer the 6.5ft bed over a crew cab and if I got a crew with the 6.5 bed it wouldn’t fit in my garage with room to get around it.
My opinion is if you are in no big hurry, wait it out until you find what you want at a price you are happy with. With that being said, for me anyway, what is your time worth? Is it worth looking online or calling dealers for weeks on end to save how much? If you are saving a couple grand fine, but $500? To me just buy at your local dealer as long as you are happy with their service and move on.