u/J_armbruster

So I’m looking into getting another f150 and it sounds like the new f150’s aren’t the most reliable. I had a 2013 3.5 eco boost and I loved that truck but I felt like I was working on it every other weekend. I did buy it with high mileage though, 170,000 miles on it and sold it with over 230,000. On the other hand my buddy has the exact same truck and he has over 300,000 miles on his and has had minimal issues with it. I will say after I fixed everything it seemed to run pretty good and I know shits gonna break eventually but if I can keep from working on a vehicle to a minimum that would be ideal. I know there’s always a little risk when buying used but what do you guys think the most reliable f150 is? Preferably with the 2018’s and newer?

Here’s what I’m looking for.

-Good towing capacity (9,000lbs and up but isn’t a deal breaker if I find a good deal on a truck that has a lower towing capacity)
-As stated in the title I’d like to get something a little newer so 2018 and up would be nice.
-My budget is around $40,000 give or take. I’m flexible if I find a really good deal on something that costs a little more but would like to stay around 40.
-I’d prefer a lariat, king ranch, limited or platinum.

What do you guys think? What have your experiences been like if you’ve owned a newer f150?

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