Thread: 2008 F450
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Old 10-17-2011, 08:09 AM   #19
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Cosmo,
The '08 F450 was Ford's first 450 pickup--previous were cab/chassis models. It was also the first with the 6.4L engine, which is an upgraded 6.0. The engine itself wasn't too bad, but was plagued with radiator problems, water pump and some EGR issues. There were 3 iterations of the '08--the Job 1/2/3, referring to running changes in the same year. Of the 3, I would ONLY consider a Job 3 '08, meaning it was made after Jan 1 of '08. The '09s--mine-- have really only had the same type problems any mass-produced item can have; the '10s are better again, as is normal with more production. Another hit against the '08 is it doesn't have the bluetooth navigation system the '09/'10s have.
So, if you are really needing one of these type trucks, you should be looking at '09s and '10s. There are a TON more '08s out there as it was an early-introduction model and everyone who had been waiting for the 450 pickup model wanted one.
The '11 450 was derated somewhat for gross vehicle weight, and went from the 19'5" tires to the 17" tires. But is has a lot more power, and more technology in the monitoring/navigation systems. It also has had a lot of reported transmission shift problems with the new 6-speed, supposed to be fixed in the '12s.
Buying used--get a 2010; Buying new--get a 2012. The 12's are only about $1500 more than the '11s---but the REALLY bad news is a loaded King Ranch is topping $67000. The '11s/'12s also have available the factory supplied fifthwheel setup/hitch.

If you want to comparison shop the internet: cars.com and autotrader.com are good places to look at used pricing. And if you end up buying a new one--use Edmunds.com to build and price one and DON'T pay more than invoice less the current rebate. It is easy to get an X-Plan code if you want one for new purchase.

Joe
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