Should I buy a used 2015-2020 Ford F-150? | Buying Advice | Driving.ca

[@luke8222]

2015-17 f150s are the pinnacle of the f150. The best its ever been and ever will be.

[@alrack6329]

I bought a 2016 in 2020 super crew Xlt 3.5l twin turbo, have had it 2 years and love ever thing about it especially the power it has. Have had no issues.

[@jerryjeromehawkins1712]

Hey al... bought my 17 xlt 5.0 4x4 as a leftover in Nov of 17. 10k off msrp... (those were the days.) Just over 100k miles and besides one leaking rear shock and a new battery this past spring? ZERO issues. Plus... 23/24 mpg combined with a v8? Love it. ❤️ Oh yeah.... plus we have that all aluminum body! Sweeet.

[@crewdawg2008]

@@jerryjeromehawkins1712 I wouldn't even consider a battery or a shock as a problem tbh. Those are just normal, routine replacement items that come with vehicle ownership. Sounds like you got a good truck to me

[@MatthewNorris-r5s]

I’ve got a 2016 Platinum F150. 5.0L Coyote, 6 speed automatic, crew cab, 6.5 ft bed. Just hit 115k miles. Love this thing. The 5.0 roars with a good cat back exhaust system too

[@JackTorrance333]

I got a 2017 Lariat, couldn’t be happier with the truck. Cheers.

[@GungaLaGunga]

November 2021 I bought a USED 2015 F150 XLT FX4 4wd with 105000 miles on it. Has the package with the Lariat-like center console 6 speed shifter and that awesome 5.0 Coyote V8. I LOVE THIS TRUCK! Haven't had any issues and am at 119000 miles driving long road trips. It drives wonderfully on and off the road bone stock. 6 speed transmission is great in the mountains. IMO better than the newer 10 spd tranny I had in a rental truck. Can do serious off roading just fine with stock FX4 package. Great 4wd system with very useful rear diff locker. Taking good care of it with regular maintenance. Hope it will last me many years.

[@315jlopez]

I'm about to get a 2015 lariat FX4, your comment assures me I'm making the right choice! Upgrading from a 2011 XLT.

[@ebeshaj7038]

Any clunking noise while shifting P-R-D or shifting click while drving?

[@GungaLaGunga]

@@ebeshaj7038 No. No problems yet. Now at 125000 miles.

[@cristianmetz9470]

would you mind stating what it cost you to buy that truck? im in the market for one with similar specs

[@GungaLaGunga]

@@cristianmetz9470 I paid too much, but was exactly what I wanted, and was heading on epic post pandemic road trip. They were impossible to find back then in Florida. $35k out the door total inc tax and fees. Super low interest rate though, so it's a keeper.

[@DrewJ79]

I bought a 2015 F150 Lariat 4x4 in November of 2021. It has the 5.0 coyote V8 and is a super clean, it looked and drove like new when I test drove it. I have 142k on it now and it still runs great with no problems whatsoever. I keep up with all maintenance on time and so far have done a transmission flush, rear diff and transfer case fluid change, new spark plugs, cabin filter and k&n drop in air filter. I need to do the brake fluid and coolant change soon. Over all its a great truck and I hope to drive it for a long time.

[@martinchen3838]

I bought a 2019 with 18,000 miles out of Canada (XTR) in 2020. It is a crewcab xlt luxury package with the 5.0 V8, tow package. After 5 years of ownership, very satisfied and plan to keep it a long time. There are quite a few XTR's that make it down to Olympia Washington. I had it checked out with my mechanic pre-buy. My biggest concern was gas mileage, but the gas mileage is surprisingly good, better than my V6 Jeep Liberty did driving the same roads. Uses 1 qt of oil in 2500 miles, not a problem. But it is happiest on premium fuel.

[@gregoryjames7976]

For the 3.5 or 5.0 “absolutely” be sure of the cam phasers replacement to the up dated part number. This is an expensive repair and should have been done under warranty. An other thing with turbocharged engines. Get into the habit of warming your engine up and letting the turbos cool after use. Example, If you pull off the interstate let the engine idle a few minutes before shutting it down. To help prolong turbo life.

[@ms1406]

Bought my 2018 f150 stx and its just as smooth as the brand new 1 i test drove

[@nestorngang2512]

Thank you for the great resource Justin. This is very helpful in my research

[@spencerbrady2425]

Informative straight forward and to the point. Awesome. I’m a new subscriber.

[@xxdropdeadxx6679]

Got my first pick up truck ford 150 V8 4x4 2018 37k miles grey n oh boy I'm loving it only been 2 days but the drive is smooth oh xlt

[@Freedombook]

How much did it run you?

[@xxdropdeadxx6679]

@@Freedombook was going for 42k but since the car that I had wasn't done being paid off they put the remaining towards the truck I owed 10k on the car ik I should of just waited but car was just too small for me just sucks that I am gonna be paying quite a bit for the truck but am more comfortable driving in the truck than the car I had

[@rosieone5670]

Searched 13 months for a perfect 2019 F150, 5.5 box 2.7 Ecoboost, Lariat, FX4, 502A package. Found it with 50,000km in 2024. Ford spray liner and Ford 3 panel hard tonneau cover. New brakes and tires. Still has the driveline warranty. Happy Happy Happy.

[@jameskerrigan2997]

Bought mine with 93000 miles. Took it to shop and got new gaskets filters and fluid bumper to bumper for diffs t case and transmission. Glad I did, mechanic said no metal in trans pan but it was burnt.

[@jaykuykendall7660]

About to buy a 2018 2.7 Lariat with 93k miles. Looking to have the same services done.

[@hotshtsr20]

Ford: some might leak, AC seats might not work, and people ruin them with tunes. Ram: Some issues with climate control Toyota: some leak oil Chevy: recalls, major driveline issues, etc. Lol

[@liljohnny210]

*Ram: Manifolds and lifters.

[@fernandoduarte9584]

So Nissan Titan is the best ?

[@waynenoll1967]

I think so. Everyone I know who has one loves it and has no issues

[@jaynesc29]

The gen 1 titans are great. New titans are good I hear.

[@CommonCentsOutdoorsman]

Yes you should. I bought a 2014 3.5l ecoboost with 130k in 2019. Today, with 50k more, it's proved a good decision.

[@randolphtolbert3825]

Title says should I buy a F150, then the video proceeds to talk about Dodge Rams and Chevy Silverados.

[@crabbycripple]

Great video with a ton of useful info, thank you!

[@1661348]

One thing your not mentioning in your video which is very important is safety,and doesn't the ford come out at the top?This is what my insurance company tells me

[@patmason7276]

2015 is the better year. Have had 2015,2018 now 2021 hybrid. Had minor issues great trucks. The 2021 is smooth and powerful. Engine and transmission have been great.

[@jameshawelu4916]

Thanks Gerard Butler.

[@edwardlivengood4468]

Id love to tell you what i think of dam computer in my 2015 2.7

[@jamesstuart3346]

Also make sure it has Yosemite Sam mud flaps

[@btuthill9653]

It’s criminal those aren’t standard 😂

[@fuelit7383]

I dont know all vehicles will have their issues so im not entirely sure what i want to buy in the future.

[@maurice8824]

I come from a family that relished in 10th gen and before....definitely more affordable and easier to work on!

[@charles17508]

Lol I'm still driving my 2014 150 130 thousand miles baby it runs strong and glad I got the last steel body year there safer and I like steel more than aluminum.

[@continentalaquatics2725]

Hell yeah! I’m about to go to McDonald’s in my 2019 Ford F-150 and pick myself up a medium Diet Coke!

[@garret8787]

The title of this video is about 150's...

[@fabianrichburgh6517]

what is a fair accessment of max milage range?

[@davidhoy8997]

I have a 20 year old super duty, looking to replace with a half ton PU. I have heard the GM trucks have issues with the EFM (electronic fuel management) system whereby cylinder are deprived of lubrication and consequent problems. Do you have any confirmation on that? 2017 appears to be a particularly bad year.

[@nlracing6847]

Did it myself, worth it

[@nigelpartee9701]

I was not looking for information about trucks other than the Ford F-150

[@Ky_fan]

I have a 2019 F150 XLT Sport. Doors are aligned properly, tin can rattle underneath, dash warped, rear camera is fuzzy and the 10 speed transmission is very rough. Not happy. Ford just puts out service bulletins on what parts to buy and how to install. These are all common issues with this era of truck. I’m going to a Toyota next. Too many issues.

[@paratrooperlane7022]

I only listen to mechanics of the brand I am looking at. If they are not mechanics for that brand, I don't WASTE my time.

[@Echo_Six_Romeo]

Do not buy a ram eco diesel, common parts are hard to come by.

[@futbol1972]

I have a wife, a 17 year old kid and a 90lbs dog. I am looking to get a pickup truck sometime next year 2020. I have watched your videos to try to see which would fit our needs best. The trouble is most all reviews focus on towing. My situation is a little different. My primary purpose is to haul the family and commute to work daily ( about 60/40 city/freeway) nothing extreme, and only about 50 miles a day round trip). The truck aspect is for the occasional trash haul, or helping someone move, or getting plywood at Home Depot for some project. With all that being said, I want the most comfortable room, best fuel economy, reliability, safety and price. What is your recommendation? Thank you.

[@americantrucknation4891]

2020 F150 Lariat 3.0 PowerStroke

[@jimh2061]

Marco, If you don't need a truck get an SUV. They are much cheaper and get better mileage. Also more for your money. Trucks today like the Lariat f150 will run you 65k.

[@futbol1972]

Thank u

[@futbol1972]

@@jimh2061 thank u

[@TheIncredibleHoosier]

@@futbol1972 get a 2021 ford f450 diesel dually. It’s perfect for your needs

[@jonathanshort3724]

Is trading a 2018 Ford focus with 8000 dollar payment still left for a 2016 Ford f150 with over 100,000 miles on it worth it.

[@phatkatmeowmeow]

What are the best base model ford 150

[@cheetodonalddump7078]

I just bough a 2019 F150 XLT 3.5 ecoboost 92k miles for 26k

[@ex-al5171]

Yes you should buy one

[@paymannaddaf]

Very informative video My mechanic says I should only look at Tundra, what is your suggestion. I am towing a bow rider

[@gray334]

everything has pro's and con's. not one truck is 100% perfect however I think a majority of the newish trucks on the road today are fairly reliable.

[@ronijr4918]

Ford has been making trucks since the midd 1900s. Sure Toyota is reliable as hell. I'm in fact a honda boy and would NEVER OWN ANY DOMESTIC WITH the exception of the F150 series. Or any F truck series.

[@joemata4874]

2019 ford f150 2.7 eco boost, bought it used 4 month ago and already having transmission issues 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@crisjr6478]

Take it to the dealer and have shut off the adaptive management for the transmission. You’ll thank me later. You’re welcome.

[@TheFreshestMeat]

I’m looking at a 2015 f150 lariat with 130k miles or a 2015 platinum with 160k Do you think that’s too many miles?

[@roymurray2516]

No I got one 2015 platinum. with 120.000 ingot silver awesome truck it's got everything in it 3.5 tuoo

[@williamlittle7987]

Also look for warped dash pads on 2018 to 2020 models...very expensive repair!!!!

[@paulhunter9613]

It’s not expensive at all, if you need that repair it’s free

[@jimh2061]

I don't want to buy anything used anymore. Except Toyota!

[@superrdg]

One of those people

[@kennethrobinson1672]

Great advice💯

[@jacoe33333]

Yes. One of those people that are smart now and have learned from his mistakes.

[@paulhunter9613]

Toyota’s are nothing but truck fenders stuck on a car frame

[@garytaylor6648]

I love the f150 im in the uk would u guy's in the USA recommend buying one at all they look pretty solid strong power houses?Thing is they look great would love to own 1 i dont know a thing about them tho any advice welcome cheers.

[@crewdawg2008]

I'd say if you can get your hands on one in the UK, and you want one, go for it.

[@tonyt3919]

Love mine

[@edwardlivengood4468]

Plastic oil pan was stupid have 4x4 off roading is a problem

[@edwardjski]

A good way to avoid the dreaded ventilated seat issues is to buy a vehicle without such a ridiculous feature. lol.

[@Casca-su3ty]

Let me tell u something not a,si gle dealership will let u take the truck to get inspected elsewhere. So u want to inspected buy it first then take to whom ever u want to inspected as longest u want

[@risingtide2442]

Basically have mechanic inspect every bolt and nut of the Ford F150 😅. So much can go wrong.

[@mainewoods1862]

I mean this a contructive criticism. This couldn’t have been more generic. Could have said Subaru , VW , Chevy 1,500. You get the idea.

[@chriswithrow3107]

Dude the video's only 9 minutes and you're talking about Dodges Chevys and Tundras for more than half of it.

[@jimberry2297]

48k miles later. I have a 2015 Eco boost F150 Platinum. Just spent a ton of money on the piece of crap. Leaving it in my driveway to slowly rot away. :

[@pacman1789]

Why?

[@jimberry2297]

As a edifice of what a piece of crap Ford F150 are.

[@pacman1789]

@@jimberry2297 No, I was asking what happened to it. Why are you leaving it to rot? Also, yes there are quality control issues with every auto manufacturer but that doesn't mean all of them are bad. You just got a dud.

[@jimberry2297]

@@pacman1789 Just paid 5500 bucks. The dealership service manager gave me a printout a mile long from turbo pump to leaks galore. Now for the past seven years I bring it in for service on their schedule. I only learned today that service managers will actually add service or replace parts you don't need just to bump up their commission. So it's basically left me with a Ford sucks.

[@paulhunter9613]

@@jimberry2297you should have gone to a different reputable dealer. And with that aluminum bodied truck it will take a long time to rot away. I’ve got a 2018 eco that’s never needed anything but oil changes

[@Prisonmike89]

Ecoboost leak from every joint after 80k miles. Go with the V8.

[@paulhunter9613]

The v8 uses a LOT OF OIL, know to have the death rattle, and poor for towing

[@amycollard7743]

56 c is 132 f

[@timbenesh3053]

What the heck? Title mentions f150 and you talk about other crap trucks! Lol... Vehicles are complicated now a days and many things can go wrong usually electronic oriented. My 16 f150 with 3.5 ecoboost rules, they definitely grew since the 70s.

[@daniele.644]

Did you buy it new or used? I'm interested in a used F150 but the first gen ecoboost makes me nervous.

[@timbenesh3053]

@@daniele.644 My 16 f150 4x4 I bought used from a ford dealer in fall of 2019. It had 87k when I bought it with a full bumper to bumper warranty. Surprised me. I love the 3.5 ecoboost throttle and all the options. My retirement gift to me!

[@daniele.644]

@@timbenesh3053 Awesome. Thanks for your reply and congrats on your retirement.

[@timbenesh3053]

@@daniele.644 Thanks 😊. As long as they are maintained the ecoboost

[@timbenesh3053]

@@daniele.644 I'll try and finish... I wouldn't hesitate to buy another ecoboost. I thought mine was a Gen 2 at first but this one seems robust. I did a catch can but so far nothing in it?? Probably a waste, oh well. Good Luck 👍

[@forfreedom67]

I would never buy a turbo.

[@jimberry2297]

Clarify, original 2015 platinum 52k dollars out the door of the dealership. 50K miles later 5500 bucks in a one time repair. Stay away from these blood sucking beasts. I got it home from the dealer after repairs and afraid to drive it. It gives you the ominous feeling of doom. Yes Ford took our Christmas and summer vacation this year.

[@dillonyt8099]

Did you not have the 5.0 coyote and 6 speed transmission?

[@jimberry2297]

@@dillonyt8099 Four Power Boost

[@Sleepy609]

One truck I don’t hear to much negativity about is GMC

[@jayc4715]

It's same as Chevy

[@r.o.1330]

I’ll never understand that redundancy.

[@m.m14433]

Except the 5.3 are known to have lifter failure which results in camshaft damage.

[@timmcculloch2608]

I owned two of them and I would not buy one again

[@SKREVR]

C'mon man, 1 minute in and a commercial, you helping us out or cashing in, lame

[@KrisTheCodeManDude]

Buy a Honda guys

[@gt3263]

BIG NO

[@taesang3]

No

[@stevesatterfield528]

N

[@nicholaskennedy4310]

This is a pretty worthless vid IMHO

[@therepguy1]

No, get a used Tesla and end up with a much better truck...

[@sarabjotsingh1500]

Tesla are terrible

[@DonJulio510]

Wtf a tesla? Lmao

[@anthonys7534]

🤣🤣

[@paulhunter9613]

But when teslas catch on fire all by themselves, they are beautiful to watch the different colored flames

[@pacman1789]

Teslas do not have the same use or utility as a truck whatsoever.