14 Raptor purchase question
02-19-2019, 05:25 PM
#1
music man
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14 Raptor purchase question
I have found a smoking deal on a 14 Raptor with 41,500 miles.
The holdup for me is that it came out of New York.
Concerned about rust. It shows no outward appearance at this time.
Any input?
The holdup for me is that it came out of New York.
Concerned about rust. It shows no outward appearance at this time.
Any input?
02-19-2019, 06:27 PM
#2
Why would coming from NY cause you to worry about rust? If it came from Florida I'd worry about rust from the salt air.
But Ford pickups and other manufacturers tend to rust on the undercarriage and I don't think it's that big a deal.
Where is it in NY? Maybe a member can inspect it for you.
But Ford pickups and other manufacturers tend to rust on the undercarriage and I don't think it's that big a deal.
Where is it in NY? Maybe a member can inspect it for you.
02-20-2019, 09:03 AM
#3
music man
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It is actually in New Mexico.
Carfax revealed the New York connection. My concern is the salt used on the roads.
Carfax revealed the New York connection. My concern is the salt used on the roads.
02-20-2019, 05:16 PM
#4
I’d be way more concerned that’s it’s been beat to hell off-roading in NM than salt. Unless it’s uostate NY, we don’t get that much snow. This year so far it’s snowed maybe twice. I’d also be much more concerned with buying a 5 yr old vehicle and potential expensive repairs to things than salt.
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02-20-2019, 06:22 PM
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Check the underside of the rockers and cab corners. They tend to rot the most in those areas.
02-21-2019, 10:43 AM
#6
music man
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02-21-2019, 10:44 AM
#7
music man
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I’d be way more concerned that’s it’s been beat to hell off-roading in NM than salt. Unless it’s uostate NY, we don’t get that much snow. This year so far it’s snowed maybe twice. I’d also be much more concerned with buying a 5 yr old vehicle and potential expensive repairs to things than salt.
I always buy extended warranty on used vehicles.
He just purchased it from auction earlier this month.
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02-21-2019, 08:07 PM
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If this is not helpful, I apologize in advance. The thought that goes through my mind is; 1st gen Raptors in good/very good/excellent condition and low miles bring a premium commensurate with the mileage and condition. They are a desirable truck, especially the 13-14's, with the emphasis on '14. If it's priced such that it appears to be a smoking deal (and the guy isn't getting back to you with specified photos) I think you are justified in having your concerns and suspicions. Just 2 or 3 nights ago I was perusing various auto sales sites looking for just the right 1st gen Raptor and I was surprised at what they were selling for.
Last edited by PerryB; 02-22-2019 at 05:16 AM.
02-22-2019, 09:40 AM
#10
music man
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