It's been real and it's been fun, but...

[ChopprJock]

I never thought I would part with the Ranger Danger but...

Two weeks ago I picked up the Ranger after having the blend door/plenum replaced. Required the full dash out for removal. The dealer did a really good job and hooked me up on the cost, but even after the repair the right hand driver's vent did not blow much air compared to the other three. Good news- at least it was (finally) cold A/C! The truck only had 33k miles but was out of warranty on time (2019 model).

After looking it over, there were a couple of issues. The lower center instrument panel was not perfectly flush with the dash surround, and there were a few new squeaks. I also noticed that my driver's window auto-down no longer worked. Not sure if it was related but it worked fine before the A/C repair.

While the Ranger was in the shop I noticed an article about Ford's Bluecruise tech. It was the highest rated self driving option on the market, along with GM's (waaaay ahead of Tesla FWIW). That got me looking at F150's, and WOW! Those things are pricey these days...

I ran across a 2022 F150 Lariat Powerboost FX4 with only 18k miles. The dealer was in KC, Mo (I'm in StL, Mo) but they had a really good price on the truck. I checked it out and it was loaded up with packages and options. Nothing in the Ranger line comes close to what is offered on our full size brethren... It was still out of my willing-to-pay range, and to be honest, I wasn't too serious at this point. THEN I filled out the info card and described my Ranger. What they offered me in trade was....stupid. Almost twice what I owe and only a few thousand less than what I paid new for the mid-size.

Long story short- I'm now in a loaded F150 Lariat hybrid with every option that I wanted save for power running boards...and it is still under warranty.....oh, and I have 20k in equity in the F150 driving it off the lot. Oh oh! ... and my payments are $85 LESS per month (for two years longer than what I would have paid on the Ranger, though TBH). Color me happy.

It's been real, Ranger fam but... I'm out!

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[DukeCanBuildit]

Hate to see a good truck go, but at least that F150 is black. ? Best of luck Lyn.

 

[Radioman]

I never thought I would part with the Ranger Danger but...

Two weeks ago I picked up the Ranger after having the blend door/plenum replaced. Required the full dash out for removal. The dealer did a really good job and hooked me up on the cost, but even after the repair the right hand driver's vent did not blow much air compared to the other three. Good news- at least it was (finally) cold A/C! The truck only had 33k miles but was out of warranty on time (2019 model).

After looking it over, there were a couple of issues. The lower center instrument panel was not perfectly flush with the dash surround, and there were a few new squeaks. I also noticed that my driver's window auto-down no longer worked. Not sure if it was related but it worked fine before the A/C repair.

While the Ranger was in the shop I noticed an article about Ford's Bluecruise tech. It was the highest rated self driving option on the market, along with GM's (waaaay ahead of Tesla FWIW). That got me looking at F150's, and WOW! Those things are pricey these days...

I ran across a 2022 F150 Lariat Powerboost FX4 with only 18k miles. The dealer was in KC, Mo (I'm in StL, Mo) but they had a really good price on the truck. I checked it out and it was loaded up with packages and options. Nothing in the Ranger line comes close to what is offered on our full size brethren... It was still out of my willing-to-pay range, and to be honest, I wasn't too serious at this point. THEN I filled out the info card and described my Ranger. What they offered me in trade was....stupid. Almost twice what I owe and only a few thousand less than what I paid new for the mid-size.

Long story short- I'm now in a loaded F150 Lariat hybrid with every option that I wanted save for power running boards...and it is still under warranty.....oh, and I have 20k in equity in the F150 driving it off the lot. Oh oh! ... and my payments are $85 LESS per month (for two years longer than what I would have paid on the Ranger, though TBH). Color me happy.

It's been real, Ranger fam but... I'm out!

Nice looking truck. Sorry you had so much trouble with the Ranger but it seems that you are in a better place now. Best wishes with the F150.

 

[Racket]

Had a coworker buy one of these fully equipped. Dual fully reclining front seats, seat AC, full moon roof and a sound system with a ridiculous amount of speakers. It was damn nice. I thought I was going to buy an F150 but the wife took one look at it and swore she'd never drive it.

She'll drive the Ranger ?.

 

[Tracy Bowman]

I never thought I would part with the Ranger Danger but...

Two weeks ago I picked up the Ranger after having the blend door/plenum replaced. Required the full dash out for removal. The dealer did a really good job and hooked me up on the cost, but even after the repair the right hand driver's vent did not blow much air compared to the other three. Good news- at least it was (finally) cold A/C! The truck only had 33k miles but was out of warranty on time (2019 model).

After looking it over, there were a couple of issues. The lower center instrument panel was not perfectly flush with the dash surround, and there were a few new squeaks. I also noticed that my driver's window auto-down no longer worked. Not sure if it was related but it worked fine before the A/C repair.

While the Ranger was in the shop I noticed an article about Ford's Bluecruise tech. It was the highest rated self driving option on the market, along with GM's (waaaay ahead of Tesla FWIW). That got me looking at F150's, and WOW! Those things are pricey these days...

I ran across a 2022 F150 Lariat Powerboost FX4 with only 18k miles. The dealer was in KC, Mo (I'm in StL, Mo) but they had a really good price on the truck. I checked it out and it was loaded up with packages and options. Nothing in the Ranger line comes close to what is offered on our full size brethren... It was still out of my willing-to-pay range, and to be honest, I wasn't too serious at this point. THEN I filled out the info card and described my Ranger. What they offered me in trade was....stupid. Almost twice what I owe and only a few thousand less than what I paid new for the mid-size.

Long story short- I'm now in a loaded F150 Lariat hybrid with every option that I wanted save for power running boards...and it is still under warranty.....oh, and I have 20k in equity in the F150 driving it off the lot. Oh oh! ... and my payments are $85 LESS per month (for two years longer than what I would have paid on the Ranger, though TBH). Color me happy.

It's been real, Ranger fam but... I'm out!

Congrats!?

 

[Trigganometry]

A man’s gotta do what a man’s got to do. Good on you with how it all worked out.

 

[9zero1790]

got any ranger parts to scalp ?

 

[puckdodger]

Looks awesome. Lots of turnover the last little while it seems. Good luck in your new ride, I really like being in a full size truck again, gas mileage be damned.

 

[RANGER_MARC]

I never thought I would part with the Ranger Danger but...

Two weeks ago I picked up the Ranger after having the blend door/plenum replaced. Required the full dash out for removal. The dealer did a really good job and hooked me up on the cost, but even after the repair the right hand driver's vent did not blow much air compared to the other three. Good news- at least it was (finally) cold A/C! The truck only had 33k miles but was out of warranty on time (2019 model).

After looking it over, there were a couple of issues. The lower center instrument panel was not perfectly flush with the dash surround, and there were a few new squeaks. I also noticed that my driver's window auto-down no longer worked. Not sure if it was related but it worked fine before the A/C repair.

While the Ranger was in the shop I noticed an article about Ford's Bluecruise tech. It was the highest rated self driving option on the market, along with GM's (waaaay ahead of Tesla FWIW). That got me looking at F150's, and WOW! Those things are pricey these days...

I ran across a 2022 F150 Lariat Powerboost FX4 with only 18k miles. The dealer was in KC, Mo (I'm in StL, Mo) but they had a really good price on the truck. I checked it out and it was loaded up with packages and options. Nothing in the Ranger line comes close to what is offered on our full size brethren... It was still out of my willing-to-pay range, and to be honest, I wasn't too serious at this point. THEN I filled out the info card and described my Ranger. What they offered me in trade was....stupid. Almost twice what I owe and only a few thousand less than what I paid new for the mid-size.

Long story short- I'm now in a loaded F150 Lariat hybrid with every option that I wanted save for power running boards...and it is still under warranty.....oh, and I have 20k in equity in the F150 driving it off the lot. Oh oh! ... and my payments are $85 LESS per month (for two years longer than what I would have paid on the Ranger, though TBH). Color me happy.

It's been real, Ranger fam but... I'm out!

Hard to argue against a "2022 F150 Lariat Powerboost FX4 with only 18k miles," not to mention that the black looks really cool! Happy trails, buddy!

 

[Max Crafter]

first, the window thingy happens when the battery is disconnected. it reverts back to factory settings. you can simply follow the owners manual instructions to get it back. That would be a real pisser if you thought it was the beginning of the end with some crazy electrical snag and you dumped the truck for it.

Second, we didnt lose anyone. the next owner will likely stumble across R5G and fill the void.

Sadly though, they will ask about what oil to run, how many miles for when they should change it etc.

 

[BDUb]

Awesome! I have wanted an F150 for a long time. However, when I got my 2019 in 2019 for only 24k it was too good a deal to pass up. F150s are great but as you saw too much money at least for me. Congrats.

 

[ChopprJock]

got any ranger parts to scalp ?

Actually, I had my bed extender and tonneau cover off and forgot to reinstall them before taking off to the dealer. So yeah, they are still in my garage.

I won't ship, but if anyone is local/near to St. Louis, MO...I'll make you fantastic deal

 

[ChopprJock]

first, the window thingy happens when the battery is disconnected. it reverts back to factory settings. you can simply follow the owners manual instructions to get it back. That would be a real pisser if you thought it was the beginning of the end with some crazy electrical snag and you dumped the truck for it.

Second, we didnt lose anyone. the next owner will likely stumble across R5G and fill the void.

Sadly though, they will ask about what oil to run, how many miles for when they should change it etc.

Yep, I knew about the window reverting but I couldn't get it back to auto. And to be honest, that wasn't why I let the truck go... I honestly love the Ranger, but that F150 is friggin loaded up with all the options I wish were available on the mid-size. I'm also an engineer, so I appreciate Ford's philosophy on hybrid tech and self-driving. I've wanted a vehicle with both capabilities for a while.

The money situation was the final nail in the coffin. I drove the F150 off the lot with more equity in it than I had in my Ranger. No brainer for me....

 

[ChopprJock]

Awesome! I have wanted an F150 for a long time. However, when I got my 2019 in 2019 for only 24k it was too good a deal to pass up. F150s are great but as you saw too much money at least for me. Congrats.

I agree. I initially bought the Ranger due to space requirements when I lived in the city. Plus, I've always been a Ranger fan (I have owned a few of the older models). Since we've moved out to the 'burbs, I don't have a space restriction anymore, so.....

 

[HenryMac]

ChopprJock wrote:

The dealer did a really good job...​

1. the right hand driver's vent did not blow much air compared to the other three,
2. The lower center instrument panel was not perfectly flush with the dash surround,
3. there were a few new squeaks,
4. driver's window auto-down no longer worked.

How is that "a really good job?"

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