I have read hundreds of posts on here now. I have learned enough to be thoroughly confused. I could either fold and buy the 17 SCAB with 86k for $46, or I could grab a 2012 SCREW with 86k for $40k out the door. I am normally very decisive and know exactly what I want. In this case I am at a loss. It looks like the 17 deal is dead if they won’t throw in tires, but a 9 year old truck for $40k seems crazy.... what will happen to that value when the gen 3 is released?
Well it’s obviously not a perfect time to buy a Raptor new or used unless you can score a deal. So you and the dealer are at odd’s over a deal over some rubber? You said you got them down a couple of grand. That’s good. But in there mind they gave you something. Asking for tires may not fly. It may under different times, but they know the used market and it will be a while before new Raptors are plentiful. If the truck seems cherry and you looked at as much maintenance records and car fax as you can, try and meet in the middle if you really want it.
A 2012 truck to me at over 8 years old, would be looked at more of a project to me. I would expect to have to make some repairs soon. If your past this at your stage in life, then buy a newer truck. Also maybe get a warranty with it.
Of this truck never had cam phaser warranty work at this point. I would bet it won’t be an issue. From most that I have seen, that would have shown it ugly head years ago.
However so this. Try to score a deal and maybe meet in the middle with those tires if you really like the ‘17. Or get the ****, out of there to be blunt. It’s not worth the aggravation and look for another. If you can quickly meet at some happy point with them, that little extra money isn’t major and beats an ulcer. Unless your a guy that likes a good fight LOL
Good luck. If you get a truck, throw a picture or two up of it. The least you can do for us at this point. Now get your big boy pants on and throw a deal at them with tires or take some cost off the truck. I know it sometimes takes a push.