Ownership Decisions

[EastEndAngler]

My 2020 802A is about to hit 70,000 miles. It's arguably the best vehicle I've owned and I still get a lot of enjoyment from driving it. It's been relatively problem free as a February 2020 build with regular oil changes and a few warranty/recalls addressed by my local dealer. Local dealer offered me $44k this morning when I was grabbing oil change supplies. I'm guessing a could squeeze slightly more than that out of a private sale with the truck being accident free, full binder of records, etc. The truck is Ford ESP to 2026 or 125,000 miles with the $0 deductible. They've got a coupe gently used 23's sitting on the lot that caught my eye. My question is as I approach higher mileage am I better off letting major services (shocks, suspension components, etc) be on the next owners maintenance list and start looking at a new truck?

 

[thatJeepguy]

My 2020 802A is about to hit 70,000 miles. It's arguably the best vehicle I've owned and I still get a lot of enjoyment from driving it. It's been relatively problem free as a February 2020 build with regular oil changes and a few warranty/recalls addressed by my local dealer. Local dealer offered me $44k this morning when I was grabbing oil change supplies. I'm guessing a could squeeze slightly more than that out of a private sale with the truck being accident free, full binder of records, etc. The truck is Ford ESP to 2026 or 125,000 miles with the $0 deductible. They've got a coupe gently used 23's sitting on the lot that caught my eye. My question is as I approach higher mileage am I better off letting major services (shocks, suspension components, etc) be on the next owners maintenance list and start looking at a new truck?

lack of payments and better aftermarket parts has me keeping the Gen 2 likely forever.

 

[stevenstommyboy1]

My 2020 802A is about to hit 70,000 miles. It's arguably the best vehicle I've owned and I still get a lot of enjoyment from driving it. It's been relatively problem free as a February 2020 build with regular oil changes and a few warranty/recalls addressed by my local dealer. Local dealer offered me $44k this morning when I was grabbing oil change supplies. I'm guessing a could squeeze slightly more than that out of a private sale with the truck being accident free, full binder of records, etc. The truck is Ford ESP to 2026 or 125,000 miles with the $0 deductible. They've got a coupe gently used 23's sitting on the lot that caught my eye. My question is as I approach higher mileage am I better off letting major services (shocks, suspension components, etc) be on the next owners maintenance list and start looking at a new truck?

Keep it. No payments or issues means a good Raptor

 

[turboturbo]

Keep it.

 

[ThePaintPirate]

My local dealer wanted mine when I went in to buy a battery. To me, the Raptor is obviously about the off road capabilities but also a big selling point is the motor. And since they have bascially the same engine gen 2 vs 3 (except for the R of course), there isn't as much pull for me to "upgrade". I say stick with the current truck, it's done you right so far!

 

[Oldfart]

I would keep it. I have a '20 also and plan on keeping it until I can't drive anymore. You also have to factor in that if you get a new one you have to wear in the seat so that there is room for the ginormous man unit that we, as Raptor owners, all have in common.

 

[SRQ_Driver]

I'm in the keep it camp too. I also have a 2020 but slightly behind you at 64k miles. No issues with my truck - and with the PPF I put on it, the paint and such still looks real nice. The 'no payments' issue is important but that's a financing question, not a question on the value and reliability of the truck. As others have said, what is the attraction to a new(er) unit ? Some infotainment upgrades, lower miles.... ?? Whatever it is that you are attracted to, is that worth $35-40k ?? For me, it is not. I plan on holding onto mine until I either get suspension/brake problems (flooded in Helene), or I'm over 100k miles and suspect problems on the horizon. But, it's like picking a color, only you can say what is right for you, lol. Good luck.

 

[thatJeepguy]

Agreed, the fact that you have a 2020 is also great because its technically the best iteration and most problem free of the gen2 motor wise.

 

[ThePaintPirate]

Agreed, the fact that you have a 2020 is also great because its technically the best iteration and most problem free of the gen2 motor wise.

Also the last year for the Super Cab, AKA: The Best Cab.

 

[EastEndAngler]

Some big players on FRF telling me to keep it, appreciate all of the opinions. It's been a fantastic vehicle serving me well on long highway hauls, beach driving, etc. I don't think I see myself driving anything besides a Raptor.

- My last loaner was a 2024 F150 XLT - the updated technology was certainly a treat. The truck also had the Blue Cruise feature. I haven't driven a Gen3 but I imagine handling is different with the suspension setup.

I have it stuck in my head that to keep it I should be:
- Servicing or upgrading shocks
- Moving to Deavers
- transmission filter / fluid service (NOT FLUSH)


Truck is stock performance/suspension wise. Decent amount of lighting, communications/technology modifications.