1oldbronc

Newbie here looking for info. I have heard rumors from 3 different sources (2 salesmen and an online article) of a Shelbyized V8 motor soon ('20 or '21) to be available for the Raptor. Although the Eco-boost is admirable us old guys think there is no substitute for cubic inches. Has anyone heard same?

Sharkhunt

Rumors? Yes. Credible? Not that I know of, although I hope so.

I just swapped my 18 Raptor for a ‘19 5.0 with a blower. If they do release a blown raptor, my wallet is going to hurt because I will likely order one for my street queen lol.

Kingofpasadena

Nothing confirmed yet, but the rumors are becoming increasingly credible. Raptors are already a status symbol for the very wealthy, and they were willing to pay hefty dealer markups when it was new. I'd put my money on this happening.




https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a2...-supercharged/

Russ103

That would be sweet! But I would think the MSRP (and/or markup) would approach $100k

i am definitely getting a Raptor, when my current (260k miles) truck gets expensive to keep on the road. Problem is, it’s been damn near perfect and still drives like new.

MustangGuy

I am a current Ford employee... Have asked a few reps and they all confirm there will NOT be a V8 put back in the Raptor. Said it goes against everything Ford has been doing. Who knows though? Anything is possible.

Kingofpasadena

I'm pretty sure it would exceed $100K.

1oldbronc

Thanks to those who responded. After much consideration I have ordered a new '19 F-150 Lariat 4X4. A few things made the decision easier. If, as in maybe, Ford drops the GT 500 motor in a small number of Raptors the dealer markup would be huge. Secondly, I read Ford has been cutting back production of the 5.0 coyote at their Windsor plant. I was also assured the dealer installed Roush blower and Cat-back exhaust would be covered under warranty by Ford. I briefly considered a Roush built truck but couldn't see 4K for badges and graphics. This will replace my current F-150 that performs triple duty; daily driver, towing an enclosed trailer, and crawling around the Mojave desert.