Price for new 2018 3.5 XLT
05-09-2018, 06:30 AM
#1
Price for new 2018 3.5 XLT
I’m in the market for a new F150 3.5 XLT.
I will be using it to tow my travel trailer - which fully loaded is 6900 pounds and about 750 - 800 on the tongue.
i want a 3.55 rear end / integrated trailer brake. Nothing fancy -
how much off sticker should I expect to be able to negotiate - and
how do I find the towing specifics for that set up. I’ve read that the max tow and payload is calculated using the XL?
thanks y’all!!
I will be using it to tow my travel trailer - which fully loaded is 6900 pounds and about 750 - 800 on the tongue.
i want a 3.55 rear end / integrated trailer brake. Nothing fancy -
how much off sticker should I expect to be able to negotiate - and
how do I find the towing specifics for that set up. I’ve read that the max tow and payload is calculated using the XL?
thanks y’all!!
05-09-2018, 06:32 AM
#2
Might try ford.com
05-09-2018, 09:06 AM
#3
Check out the 2015+ section of the website. There is an excellent thread on pricing titled under invoice price paid, start at around post #3051 and read for a day and youll know all you need to know about pricing. A good rule of thumb is to take the actual window sticker MSRP, remove the destination charge, then take of 10%, and then take off the rebates. Its important to do in that order. Rebates should be $5k or more right now, possibly up to $8k. I just got a total of $7050 in rebates on an XL.
There are recent threads on how the GVWR, Payload, and Towing capacity are related.
The brochure from ford shows towing and payload specs, but the assumption is an empty truck without options, so actual capacity is always lower.
And yes you are right, the XL is the lightest due to lack of options, and generally has the highest towing capacity as a result.
There are recent threads on how the GVWR, Payload, and Towing capacity are related.
The brochure from ford shows towing and payload specs, but the assumption is an empty truck without options, so actual capacity is always lower.
And yes you are right, the XL is the lightest due to lack of options, and generally has the highest towing capacity as a result.
Last edited by bambbrose; 05-09-2018 at 09:46 PM. Reason: Typos
05-09-2018, 09:44 PM
#4
Just went through this myself. No sure where you are at location wise as that affects rebates. I'd suggest focusing on the dealer price vs invoice (see referenced thread in prior post..it's great) and then add in your local rebates. Around my area, 10-11K is a good ballpark number including the rebates. I found the best way to get a feel for payload was to just go look at door stickers on trucks equipped like you're interested in. Most XLT's SCREW, 4x4, 145" are in the 1600-1800# payload range. Note: MaxTow is $1300, to get the main options separately (36 gal tank, 3.55 w/ elocker, trailer break controller and tow hitch) is about $2500 if optioned separately. Many dealers stock trucks with optioned separately. I don't think the 6900# towing weight will be an issue on any 3.5 XLT.
05-09-2018, 10:01 PM
#5
Senior Member
Pulling the 6900 lbs won't be a problem with the 3.5. Even with 3.31 gears. The thing you have to watch is payload. Some of these trucks will be rated as low as 1200 lbs. With a WDH, which you'll need, you're looking at closer to 900-1000 lbs on the tongue. If you pick a truck with 1200 lbs payload that doesn't leave much for passengers and cargo. Most of these will be in the 1700 lb range and that should leave you room to carry passengers and cargo in the truck. Some trucks will be closer to 2000 lbs. It depends on how they are equipped. The Payload sticker on the door is probably the most important thing to consider.
05-09-2018, 10:20 PM
#6
Junior Member
Rebates
Check out the 2015+ section of the website. There is an excellent thread on pricing titled under invoice price paid, start at around post #3051 and read for a day and youll know all you need to know about pricing. A good rule of thumb is to take the actual window sticker MSRP, remove the destination charge, then take of 10%, and then take off the rebates. Its important to do in that order. Rebates should be $5k or more right now, possibly up to $8k. I just got a total of $7050 in rebates on an XL.
There are recent threads on how the GVWR, Payload, and Towing capacity are related.
The brochure from ford shows towing and payload specs, but the assumption is an empty truck without options, so actual capacity is always lower.
And yes you are right, the XL is the lightest due to lack of options, and generally has the highest towing capacity as a result.
There are recent threads on how the GVWR, Payload, and Towing capacity are related.
The brochure from ford shows towing and payload specs, but the assumption is an empty truck without options, so actual capacity is always lower.
And yes you are right, the XL is the lightest due to lack of options, and generally has the highest towing capacity as a result.
05-10-2018, 01:42 AM
#7
Pulling the 6900 lbs won't be a problem with the 3.5. Even with 3.31 gears. The thing you have to watch is payload. Some of these trucks will be rated as low as 1200 lbs. With a WDH, which you'll need, you're looking at closer to 900-1000 lbs on the tongue. If you pick a truck with 1200 lbs payload that doesn't leave much for passengers and cargo. Most of these will be in the 1700 lb range and that should leave you room to carry passengers and cargo in the truck. Some trucks will be closer to 2000 lbs. It depends on how they are equipped. The Payload sticker on the door is probably the most important thing to consider.
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05-10-2018, 07:50 AM
#8
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I’m in the market for a new F150 3.5 XLT.
I will be using it to tow my travel trailer - which fully loaded is 6900 pounds and about 750 - 800 on the tongue.
i want a 3.55 rear end / integrated trailer brake. Nothing fancy -
how much off sticker should I expect to be able to negotiate - and
how do I find the towing specifics for that set up. I’ve read that the max tow and payload is calculated using the XL?
thanks y’all!!
I will be using it to tow my travel trailer - which fully loaded is 6900 pounds and about 750 - 800 on the tongue.
i want a 3.55 rear end / integrated trailer brake. Nothing fancy -
how much off sticker should I expect to be able to negotiate - and
how do I find the towing specifics for that set up. I’ve read that the max tow and payload is calculated using the XL?
thanks y’all!!
I recommend the HDPP.
05-10-2018, 08:12 AM
#9
Senior Member
I’m in the market for a new F150 3.5 XLT.
I will be using it to tow my travel trailer - which fully loaded is 6900 pounds and about 750 - 800 on the tongue.
i want a 3.55 rear end / integrated trailer brake. Nothing fancy -
how much off sticker should I expect to be able to negotiate - and
how do I find the towing specifics for that set up. I’ve read that the max tow and payload is calculated using the XL?
thanks y’all!!
I will be using it to tow my travel trailer - which fully loaded is 6900 pounds and about 750 - 800 on the tongue.
i want a 3.55 rear end / integrated trailer brake. Nothing fancy -
how much off sticker should I expect to be able to negotiate - and
how do I find the towing specifics for that set up. I’ve read that the max tow and payload is calculated using the XL?
thanks y’all!!