Could anybody do a couple carfax checks for me?
So I don't like my Jeep. It's had nothing but problems since the day I bought it. Anyway, I'm currently looking at a couple of Ford Explorer Sport Trac's and would really appreciate it if someone could run a carfax on both of the ones that I'm looking at.
The vins are: 1FMDU77K75UA17007 (2005 Sport Trac Adrenalin 2/~50,000mi) 1FMEU51K77UA27475 (2007 Sport Trac XLT w/~69,000mi) If anyone could run those and pm me with the results that would be fantastic. I'm trying to be a better buyer and doing what I can to get back into a Ford. I'm reading reviews, looking up every nook and cranny trying to find out absolutely every little thing that I can. So if anyone has any opinions on them feel free to voice them. I'd like to know if looking at a ST is a waste of time or not. |
Originally Posted by King
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If anyone could run those and pm me with the results that would be fantastic. I'm trying to be a better buyer and doing what I can to get back into a Ford. I'm reading reviews, looking up every nook and cranny trying to find out absolutely every little thing that I can. So if anyone has any opinions on them feel free to voice them. I'd like to know if looking at a ST is a waste of time or not.
I dont like sprot-tracs...never understood the point of them. You thought about a 2005+ Tacoma? 5 seater 4 doors and a bed and way better looking. |
Originally Posted by stanger00
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Why not look just look at a truck instead of some weird looking SUV thing?
Originally Posted by stanger00
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I dont like sprot-tracs...never understood the point of them.
Originally Posted by stanger00
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You thought about a 2005+ Tacoma? 5 seater 4 doors and a bed and way better looking.
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I'm not to keen on the sport tracs myself but IMO I would go for a 07+ because they look better and you could get 4.6.
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The newer Avalanche is the way to go for suv truck mix but cost lots of $$$$ although they are sexy as hell compared to the fugly old ones.
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I absolutely refuse to buy a Chevrolet. Ever. And there is only one 4.6l for sale within 75 miles of where I live. I'd prefer a v8, but I can live with 6 cylinders.
Here are my current top-2 candidates... '05: http://denver.craigslist.org/ctd/1941445979.html Pros: >55,000 miles, it's the fifth year of the same model so there are less first-gen problems. Cons: From my research I discovered that the '01-'05 model years had bad safety ratings, a tendency to roll over (top heavy), occasional transmission issues on some of the XLT/Adrenalin models in this year. '07: http://denver.craigslist.org/ctd/1941639452.html Pros: Longer wheelbase/higher safety rating (5 star), >70,000mi (although not by much), newer styling/bigger, more comfortable interior. (I'm 6'5'' so a big interior is important) Cons: Since 2007 was their first year of the remodel I fear first-gen problems that usually occur. I'm also curious why this specific 2007 is listed at $16,999 on craigs, $17,999 on their site, and why other 2007s with similar mileage is at or near $21k. |
I have an 05 sport trac, if you have any questions ask. It has a 4.0 motor, and has been decent so far as weve had it.
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How long have you had it? Gas mileage okay-ish? I'm at roughly 15-16mpg in my Jeep right now. Has there been any notable problems that you've encountered while owning it?
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Originally Posted by King
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Can you think of any specific thing you dislike about them aside from their looks?
I did look into Tacoma's, actually. And the 2005+ models - despite being really attractive looking - are really expensive in my area. Even in the 50,000-60,000mi range they're at or near $20+K. I'm looking in the ~$15k range. Well, taco's cost in the 30's new. They hold their value as well. I been looking at SUV's and crossovers and came across these types of trucks and they just didnt appeal to me. My family needs a more reliable vehicle and I will be deployed for 12 months and will be able to help them out. I just have to give up my Mazdaspeed which is no big deal. I have no attachment to it. Good luck with your search. Dont get tied down to a dealership or have them hound you every other day saying they found something for you. I messed up by leaving my number. |
Yeah, I've made that mistake before too. Hell, I'm still getting monthly emails from a dealership I gave my email to almost 5 years ago! But no, nowadays I rely on online inventories.
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everyone knows I love me some ford trucks..but tacoma>sporttrac ANY day
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Meh. Tacoma's are nice, but I'm not really a Tacoma person. Anyway, I found a 2007 (with the 4.6L V8) that I like so we'll see what happens.
--Sorry about the late response, I lost internet there for a couple days-- |
My dad has a sport trac and I don't think it's anything special. Gas mileage is kinda crappy and doesn't seem to be a whole lot of room in them. But go with whatever you like.
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My mom had an '02 4.0 Sport trac and I loved the damn thing. Never had to worry about getting it dirty because it had the vinyl floor, plus it was a lot of fun and pretty damned dependable. I honestly would love to have another one.
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Good to hear. Anyway, I have narrowed my search to V8s (2007+). So that '05 Adrenalin and the '07 4.0 XLT are both out. Now I did test drive a black '07 limited with a V8 by my house and it was freaking awesome! So we'll see how that goes...
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Does anyone know how well Ford Fusions drive in the winter? I saw a really nice one yesterday and was just wondering..
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