jpadg

I'm looking to buy my first F150 this summer and need some advice.

So far I've decided on a supercrew w/ leather (baby #1 on the way and wife approval factor) and 4x4. I also live in Florida and plan to buy a boat (24 ft CC at most) in the next 3 years. I've looked at some loaded out XLT's and Lariats with both the 5.0 and ecoboost engines and prices ranging from $36 to $42.

I'm looking for any guidance on the engines and trim packages. Also looking for average off of msrp folks have gotten recently.

Thanks in advance for your help!

Adobe2X

The EcoBoost is a GREAT towing engine, and depending on the weight of your boat, you'll probably be OK with the 3.55 rear end gear set. Are you considering 2 wheel drive as you live in Florida? I personally like to stay at less than 70% of the truck's rated maximum towing capacity, so if the truck is rated for 10,000 pounds, I like to keep no more than 7,000 hanging off the rear when towing.
As to the amount you can expect the truck to be discounted --- the higher the price, the more the discounts you may have available to you. I would expect with a truck around $35,000 to get $5,000+ off. Ranging up to $50,000, where you can expect $10,000+ discounting.

jpadg

I considered 2WD, but heard that pulling boats out of rampa would need 4x4 at times. Any truth to this?

meaz93

I would definitely go 4x4....you will need it sometime whether it's snow, mud, or especially a boat ramp!

fastbydrmike

I wouldn't waste the money on a 4x4 in Florida. More service for a no snow state. I had the last two f150' in 2 wheel (fx2). That is just my opinion.

weadjust

I have several boats and have always owned 2WD trucks. Ramps aren't a problem for me.

zx12-iowa

Just get limited slip rove lock rear and 2wd. Do you keep vehicles a long time or trade in a few years? If frequent trader justbgetbthevrun of the mill xlt. If you keep, you'll wantbthevamenities of the higher packages.

Toddman38

iTrader: (5)

X2 on the rear locker

meaz93

I pulled a loaded 20' trailer from AZ to Oregon....with my 2wd Titan (wish it had been my F150 now!)...anyways, I had to pull it through wet gravel and dirt(mud) up a hill...slowed down to enter the vineyards and started to spin my wheels....long story short....4X4 would have fixed that drama.
For me I always said that if I had a truck....4x4 regardless! (Except the Titan)...plus the resale value is higher....if you ever get rid of her.

AricsFX

iTrader: (3)

I have never needed 4wd at a ramp with my 6500 lb Mastercraft. The fuel milage drop isn't worth the up charge of maybe the 1 time you'll use 4x4.