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#413 of 422 Platinum or not? by riser Apr 23, 2009 (4:17 pm)
I want to buy a Ford F-150 Platinum, but several things don't add up. 20" wheels for a truck? and nitrogen in the tires? Come on, this doesn't pass the sniff test. why did they make these changes. I just finished driving a 2000 GMC Yukon XL - drives nice, comfortable, looks good, but it has had everything replaced at least twice and ball joints 4 times, transmission is going out, steering column, tie rods, etc. in 200,000 miles. Then I find out Ford won't offer the decked out version (Platinum) with standard size tires and won't use regular iar in them? So do I trust Ford or not? Is there an honest American Truck Mgfr out there? Replies to this message: jvos (May 05, 2009 3:29 pm) riser (May 06, 2009 7:07 am) riser (May 07, 2009 2:24 pm) jvos (May 19, 2009 11:15 am) tampa2 (May 05, 2009 4:25 pm) riser (May 06, 2009 7:14 am)
#414 of 422 Maybe a better question by riser Apr 23, 2009 (4:40 pm)
I'm trying to make up my mind which Ford F-150 truck to buy. I've read the reviews, but is there anyone who owns a Platinum that isn't satisfied? Is this truck worth the money? Or is the XLT or Lariat more sensible? I've given up on GMC and the Yukon XL and don't want to go with Toyota or others. Replies to this message: jvos (May 05, 2009 3:30 pm)
#415 of 422 Re: Platinum or not? [riser] by jvos May 05, 2009 (3:29 pm)
Replying to: riser (Apr 23, 2009 4:17 pm) Wow, you really lost me there. The Platinum is the 'tricked out' version of the F-150 - which implies certain items. If you don't want those items, start with a Lariat and build it just the way you want. Not sure what you mean to imply dishonesty. And if you have something against nitrogen in your tires, let it all out and fill it with air.   My guess is you aren't really asking legitimate questions, just trying to make some specious claim. Replies to this message: riser (May 06, 2009 7:07 am) riser (May 07, 2009 2:24 pm) jvos (May 19, 2009 11:15 am)
#416 of 422 Re: Maybe a better question [riser] by jvos May 05, 2009 (3:30 pm)
Replying to: riser (Apr 23, 2009 4:40 pm) Only you can decide what will make you satisfied. Sure, an XLT or Lariat is more sensible - so if that makes you satisfied, then buy it. If you want the top end, go with the Platinum.
#417 of 422 Re: Platinum or not? [riser] by tampa2 May 05, 2009 (4:25 pm)
Replying to: riser (Apr 23, 2009 4:17 pm) I thought the platinum came with 22 inch rims, not 20's, like my 2007 Harley Davidson F150? The rims look nice - I can't figure out why would anyone buy the platinum version and then want stock 18 inch wheels?? I agree with the other posts, you should look at the F150 that best fits your needs, and if you like it stock, then buy stock. Replies to this message: riser (May 06, 2009 7:14 am)
#418 of 422 Re: Platinum or not? [jvos] by riser May 06, 2009 (7:07 am)
Replying to: jvos (May 05, 2009 3:29 pm) Excuse me, but if I lost you, then why did you bother responding. I thought this was a forum. I asked a few questions and expected answers, not some smart mouth.   I was trying to see if this nitrogen thing was a gimmick. And I've found that it is.   I was trying to find out if people really are happy with their Platinum F-150. Still don't know because people like you try to intimidate others so they won't make an attempt to tell their side of the story.   And the biggest reason I sent a note was that I was sick and tired of the hassles in buying a vehicle. Just wanted to hear from others. I'm not going to waste my time on this forum; I'll leave it to smart mouths like you.
#419 of 422 Re: Platinum or not? [tampa2] by riser May 06, 2009 (7:14 am)
Replying to: tampa2 (May 05, 2009 4:25 pm) One reason is that 20- 22" aluminum wheels are subject to more damage offroad. I'm not speaking of climbing mountains; just wandering a little offroad or down real bumpy roads. The bigger wheel (because it's aluminum), in my opinion, appears easier to damage. My driving includes many rough W. Tex roads, no mountains, but lots of creeks and ravines. Not playing or mudding, but working or hunting.   I wanted the plush Ford Platinim but ended with Toyota's Tundra Luchese and four wheel drive. BTW, it comes with 18" steel wheels.
#420 of 422 Re: Platinum or not? [jvos] by riser May 07, 2009 (2:24 pm)
Replying to: jvos (May 05, 2009 3:29 pm) You were close to being right. I apologize for the attempt at making specious claims and for the smart mouth remark in my earlier reply. I was just really frustrated with the whole process, as I always get when trying to buy a vehicle. I don't like any part of the dealing with salespeople. And then it really distrubed me when I drove that Platinum truck home to show my wife and the fold down seat in back broke and wouldn't fall back down. Then the whole tire/nitrogen and no gas cap thing kept bothering me, too. I finally went with a Toyota Luchese, paid more for it, but the entire sales process was absolutely painless, the salesman was polite, didn't lie about anything, and everything on the truck still works! So if I'm making a claim here, it's one I'm not ashamed of making, believe me. Replies to this message: jvos (May 19, 2009 11:15 am)
#421 of 422 price's on f-350 2008 by concreteman1 May 07, 2009 (7:42 pm)
bought a2008 lariat f-350 with14000 miles this was a good deal,i think paid 31000.00 with full of extra's,dvd moon roof, nav,power windows etc......... love this truck!!!!
#422 of 422 Re: Platinum or not? [riser] by jvos May 19, 2009 (11:15 am)
Replying to: riser (May 07, 2009 2:24 pm) riser -   Enjoy your tundra. While you worry about things like tire size, nitrogen and gas caps you settled for a 'truck' that isn't even a fully boxed frame. The tundra has a good motor, but when you look at true truck comparisons - pickuptrucks.com, popular mechanics, etc - the tundra typically finishes 5th while the f150 always finishes 1st. My Platinum is the sixth truck I've owned and having just passed 9,000 miles, I can also tell you its the best. But I have different criteria.   One thing about the Japanese vehicles - they only offer a few versions. With the F-150 there are something like 100,000 possible configurations - so it can be confusing. It sounds like that was ultimately a key to your decision.

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