Was Buying A Ford Raptor A Good Decision? | 18 Month Owner Review

[@chrispy454545]

Only Mike drives a Ferrari and a Raptor and sports Walmart brand gym shorts. Stay humble Mikey.

[@eightnine4793]

Money goes to the cars

[@FrankUAW862]

Came to say this. Got a pair myself 😎

[@mikenormandy9250]

Are we forgetting Stradman? who has 2 Lambos, a Gladiator with a Hellcat engine, a DD Focus RS, 2020 'yota Supra and soon a C8 Corvette and his $8 gap shorts?!?! lol - Stay Humble car guys! lol

[@JakeDrives1]

I've always said even if I had all the money in the world I'd still wear what I wear. I have nice things but i'm most comfortable in cheaper clothes that I don't care as much about.

[@mxerb5912]

You’re equating blowing money on car payments with being wealthy.

[@Thesketchmonkey]

My favorite design feature of the Raptor compared to the regular F150 are the chamfered edges around the head/tail lights. Wide body looks so good!

[@PookieTUBE]

Yo bro watching these videos got me going to invest in a car to make content lmao. Been with you since the fusion and before I even started a channel! Never stop please ❤️

[@robnanneman]

Sitting here in the Ford dealership now buying a ‘19 XLT FX4 V8 and this pops up...twas meant to be!

[@tylerhorton8537]

Rob Nanneman good choice because the v8 is awesome

[@jesseplata]

Rob Nanneman mind sharing what was your price and what state you’re in.

[@robnanneman]

I am getting it for $39,500 which includes extra 2 yrs bumper-to-bumper here in Indy.

[@mattX5]

Rob Nanneman sorry, I’m a Canadian. What state is INDY? Is that Indiana? Sorry if I sound stupid.

[@lgmisfit10]

2016 F15 N55 Yeah

[@23ofSeptember]

I sometimes needed to drive down a gravel road with a few potholes to my son's soccer practice...so I bought a Raptor.

[@fish7103]

Get your bread up and stop being salty

[@darthbane2669]

You bought a very expensive truck just for that lol wish I had that kind of cash to burn.

[@alexb510]

Best automotive channel on KZbin imo! I not only love your selection of cars to own but your honesty and humbleness is second to none. Keep up the amazing work.

[@dhruvpahwa5724]

Mike I totally agree with you this is the most beastly looking vehicle on the market and with it holding value makes it that much better

[@TheSouthpawSharpshooter]

“Would ya just look at it?”

[@speed_797]

Ugh would you look at that

[@Gonzo1968]

Unreal..

[@joelespejeljr3434]

Would you look at that. - ed bass master 😂

[@juliamariesheets]

Just look at it

[@SupercarsinGreece]

It's a monster!!! You've got it in an amazing spec too!!!

[@20smgreen]

As a Gen1 owner, it's nice that you did an update. If you have any friends with a Gen1, I'd love to get your take between the 2 and a comparison.

[@invasion1824]

The Raptor is the MOST amazing looking truck ever! 😍😍😍

[@invasion1824]

havax ownz yup, and it’s the coolest and baddest mall crawler in the world!

[@08mario08]

And it costs an arm and a leg

[@dodo19923]

@@the-real-super-genius Only a mall crawler because city slickers buy them thinking they're cool. Although, it's their choice if they want a truck like a raptor. And wouldn't said mall crawlers just buy another truck and do the same thing anyway?

[@dan4500]

@@dodo19923 lol, I have a 2019 and take it offroad weekly. Sure it's my daily driver, but I like how I can drive it to work with a go-bag, then take off after work and hit the remote campsites

[@raptorsofinsta]

Amen!

[@MDKN22]

I just reviewed a Raptor this weekend for KZbin and I freaking loved it... I want one now. Thanks Mike 😅

[@Xray8906]

Best video ever for including an affordable auto start stop that's not ghetto

[@mikec3454]

The Raptor is without question the nicest truck on the road - it's the benchmark everything gets compared to. I drive a Silverado, I'd burn my truck down if it meant getting a Raptor lol ... Brand loyalty means nothing when it comes to acknowledging the greatness of the Raptor.

[@raptorsofinsta]

Amen!

[@x-ray5300]

Tune the Raptor and wait and see if the wife notices anything different?

[@RSRS-ws3px]

Roy Zepeda I installed the MPT 93 PRX tune on my Raptor a year ago and didn’t tell the wife! The first time she drove it she almost hit someone because of how touchy the throttle response is compared to stock! Almost 17,000 miles on my 2018 with the MPT tune since 1500 miles, no problems at all so far.

[@roymooner1]

@@RSRS-ws3px Ive got the 2014 ford tremor and ive got the 91prx tune with some other stuff done and didnt tell my gf the gas mileage went down tremendously needless to say that day

[@RSRS-ws3px]

Ryan B I jinxed myself! I wrote no issues and the past couple days it seemed to be running roughly! Then last night it would start and idle for 5 seconds then shut off!! It started after the fifth try and got me home. I called MPT and they said try changing the plugs first, which seemed weird with only 17,000 miles on it. I changed them today and the truck feels like a rocket again! I heard these ecoboost engines need to have the plugs changed way more often than the manual says but didn’t expect this! Something else to add to the yearly check list!

[@roymooner1]

@@RSRS-ws3px yep, i keep an extra pair of gaped plugs from mpt on stand by. Typical with the ecoboost.

[@RSRS-ws3px]

Ryan B so it’s a real thing? I wonder why? I had a 2014 stage 3 Roush Mustang that had an 82mm pulley and tuned by Performance Evolution in Smyrna, Delaware. I had 23K miles on it when I traded for the Raptor, it still had the same plugs and was running strong. Only about 10 pounds of boost though, does that make the difference?

[@CanadianCruisin]

Of course it's worth every penny. The raptor is the best truck there is right now. I'm waiting to see what the new hellcat ram is like in a few months.

[@roberthall7929]

Had my 2023 Raptor over a year and it's my daily driver. IT IS WORTH THE MONEY. Only mod it the addition of the Decked storage system.

[@brentvance3958]

We have a 2018 King Ranch and love it. 31k miles and zero problems. Had the same recalls you had and had them fixed when we got an oil change.

[@othmanelkhadri8321]

That music in the intro got me like WTF

[@othmanelkhadri8321]

@Brian Gonzalez Yeah

[@MorningCoffeeDaily]

very Peter Mckinnon intro song ahahh

[@m118lr]

Yeah...annoying.

[@projekt679]

I was thinking of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.

[@willie9397]

scared my wife and shes was upstairs

[@jerryevans6424]

The Ford Raptor is the Baddest truck out there Period. You have a great Truck.

[@vanmeter_]

I live in Kentucky and the Raptor is my Dream Truck.

[@bcjdwbiernfjherwfbowfib]

I really like your raptor. The only thing that I would hate about owning one is having 2 turbos, if they went out, they would be expensive and a pain to replace. Other than that, it’s pretty sweet

[@jaredchampagne2752]

Emory Bragg yea and they break frequently, mines needed both turbos replaced and cam phasers, all under warranty but still a POS

[@lovesautodetail]

Starting to love this channel again. Now that I know Mike has multiple streams of income I’m all for it!

[@TheShootersBay]

What does his income have to do with the channel? His content is good regardless of his income and why do you care about his income? Mind your fucking business and enjoy the content..

[@2elet4u]

Mike, Clear out all those leaves in the windshield cowl, before they start clogging up the drain holes, and you get water inside the cabin. Love the videos by the way.

[@ProjectFairmont]

My ‘19 just turned over 10k mi, now that has loosened up a bit and when combined with 93 octane, it is an impressive machine. I run a 305/45/22 summer tire and It’s been averaging 18 mpg mixed.

[@jaredchampagne2752]

S Schroeder just wait until its time for cam phasers!

[@ProjectFairmont]

@@jaredchampagne2752oh no! Inconclusive evidence this will ever happen sonny. In the meantime I have the best engine made for a lightduty truck. Hemi and 5.3 chevys can eat my dust and fuck off.

[@fireman2100]

I have a ‘18 FX4 F-150 with the 3.5 eco boost. I’m currently averaging 18mpg around town and have gotten 24mpg on the interstate

[@rohanharitsap]

Your videos have been improving drastically man.... Keep it up bud

[@scottfergusson8411]

We have a 2019 Rocky Ridge denim black paint raptor and freaking love it. Did find driving around and city has better performance in sport mode.

[@lucianciani8179]

Scott Fergusson just bought a Rocky Ridge white paint 3 days ago and i just love it.

[@richardmerritt1726]

I have a 2017 Raptor, and if you run it in sport, it's absolutely insane as fast and as quick it changes gears, love it

[@charlybrown7997]

have you had any problems with the raptor?

[@richardmerritt1726]

@@charlybrown7997 not at all, it's been a great truck

[@charlybrown7997]

@@richardmerritt1726 How much do you fill the tank with and what type of gasoline is recommended?

[@richardmerritt1726]

@@charlybrown7997 if I fill the truck up it's about 140.00 and I only use 87 octane seems fine to me,

[@Rettilos]

For anyone wondering the intro music is Ga$ Money by Xavy Rusan

[@lisalafayette]

That was nice of you. Thank you.

[@chronictwister]

Breaks my heart that this thing costs as much as what I make in one year. At this rate, i'll never have one

[@malinoisnation9392]

big matt you have to find another source of income. Most wealthy people have several.

[@VoIPPortland]

Gov would like to convince you that things only cost 2.4x what they did in 1982 HAHAHAHA. What a joke. In 1982 you could buy a decent pickup for $8k and rent a nice apt for $500/m. The average cost of a new car in 1980 was $7k. Welcome to the world of stagnant wages and constantly climbing pricing. But no one seems to notice, no one seems to care. A person is 1973 in the US had a HIGHER standard of living than 2018. After all the technological advances and toys to distract us from our crappy debt-ridden situation. As compared to the Russian and Chinese people who are doing 400% better in that comparison. But we are the best!! Enjoy your wage slave life. If you ever wonder why these other countries do not hate their gov like our media says they should, there is your answer.

[@m118lr]

Yeah, $’s ARE INSANE. That alone is enough to NOT buy something SO fancy...

[@mserrata19]

big matt if you really want one save money every month and buy a used one in a couple of years.

[@A_KSA110]

Nice, I liked the review after using this car for some time. It was a good idea. I think I’m gonna buy one finally. Thanks.

[@mustafaebraheem8892]

Man you are my happiness I like your car's and your information ❤❤

[@VentiTimes]

Mustafa Ebraheem that’s just weird

[@cz1always608]

Sweet . Last year we bought a left over Southern comfort Ford F-150 its a XLT 6 inch lift , Wheels rims , leather heated seats , duel moon roof , auto start , gibbons exhaust , tuned 5.0 V8 Ride is unreal got it for 53k Price with extras 71k No regrets thanks

[@poptheboss3022]

Have been following since you had you’re c63, and I didn’t even know you had a raptor. And since you’re Swedish you can probably read the next bit. Fede videoer man. Jeg er kæmpe fan 👍👍 fra Danmark

[@mauiboy96768]

Raptors are so beautiful. I'm 100% not a ford guy, but damn what a gem.

[@zumezoom9593]

the looks of the raptor is amazing

[@PaulGibbons13]

Hi Mike great review Raptor looking good 😀😀👍👍

[@my2017raptorhardtail]

Just about to hit 18k miles and the truck is perfect! And I have BEATEN her up quite a bit. Best truck / all around vehicle I have ever owned!

[@lastpme]

If the wife is happy and it isn’t giving her any problems then it was a good purchase.

[@Blafard666]

Exactly.

[@weakbruteforce]

Preach!🙌

[@velocitygamingretro9654]

I've driven ecoboost trucks commercial and personal for 6 years. Compared to V8s yeah that 3.5 has power. I tow alot with it at work. Personal I own a 2019 f150 stx 2.7L. Yeah its not a V8 but I had to go through different combinations to get it to sound the way I wanted it. It does not sound bad. Plus I wouldn't worry owning a raptor. Its the only production truck that does everything. Just because its a bigger motor doesn't mean it's better. Bugatti veyron V12 been outrun by multiple cars with smaller motors. what v8 motor owners don't understand is that V6 motors have the torque which is what gets it up and goes. Plus can be tuned. Engine works harder and heavier with V8s.

[@Blafard666]

Mike your editing skillz got boosted lately !

[@IvoPoblete]

CarWow's video about the drag race with the Raptor opened my eyes about how slow that truck is. And how bad those brakes are!

[@jaredchampagne2752]

How slow the truck is? Dude the raptor is faster than a lot of sports cars were 10 years ago, in the right conditions it goes 0-60 in 5.1 seconds, that’s EXTREMELY fast for a 6,000lb pickup truck, are you crazy? What do you think its going to be as fast as a ferrari? Cmon now, that’s the very fastest truck you can buy on the market, it puts you back in your seat like crazy! You clearly haven’t driven one.

[@IvoPoblete]

@@jaredchampagne2752 I'm not saying the Ranger Raptor is slow (or has that particular braking performance). I'm just saying what I saw in CarWow's drag race (and a brake test, also) in which that truck competed with an Amarok, an F-150 Raptor, and an X-Class. Search on YT for "CarWow Raptor", if you want.

[@jaredchampagne2752]

Ivo Poblete well this video is about an f150 raptor...sooo, the ranger raptor is slow, because its not made in America, but the f150 raptor is extremely fast

[@Az-hq3qt]

Keep going I love your videos from Saudi Arabia🇸🇦🇸🇦

[@davidhobbs5807]

Manual shifting with the paddles was designed for the high speed driving off road Baja desert style, not for road comparisons to other cars with manuel shifters. If a Raptor was actually driven on high speed desert roads the shifting speed through the gears would seem flawless and fast. No one really cares about the exhaust sound in the new Raptor, except KZbinrs, no offense. Coz everything else about it makes up for it. The TT engine is blisteringly fast for a bulky pickup truck. And all wrapped up in a beautiful body. Still loving my 18.

[@garys2157]

The paddle shifting is for playing, pretending you're doing something, letting the transmission work as it can and was made to do, will give better results. Do agree with you about the exhaust, the motors power and how it gives that power is impressive.

[@jasonrios664]

Any issues with the Raptor? People tell me about the cam phasers issues but I don’t know if it’s only certain years or all? Love the Lead Foot color too!

[@dhibbitt1948]

That was a badass intro

[@C.Lopez-SWFL-Off-Road-Trucks]

everyone says I love this truck! because you are the owner that's why they love them

[@AdventureswiththeSmiths]

Oh my god that intro is fire I am super sorry to say this but thank you for the amazing ideas rt❤️❤️❤️

[@johnazhderian5734]

With EcoBoost, you can have either eco or boost but not both! When EcoBoost engines are tested by the EPA on a dynamometer the turbo does not kink in giving an artificial boost to gas mileage.

[@connorw4390]

You know you can drive the Ecoboost without actually making boost right? I have a 2013 EB with a Roush boost gauge and it's really easy to stay under 0 PSI of boost, even on the highway.

[@Jbroehl]

The best Man Sedan money can buy! All the offroad capability but all it does is go from suburban homes to office parks and strip malls and back home. Super ready for any potholes!

[@velocitygamingretro9654]

It all depends on the muffler. My truck stock had single outlet behind the passenger rear tire. I removed the entire exhaust system. Kit hat 2.5 pipes when truck had 3. But still it made a better difference because of the rest of the kit. Deleted resonator. Installed 3 chamber muffler to baffle the sound and dual tip outlet behind the rear bumper. It growls deep. Even for a V6. 2.7.

[@CosmicApe]

Love that $75K airy V6 noise

[@davearmstrong5226]

which probably out performs your honda civic...

[@Bobbybeb]

The 10-speed in my 19 mustang GT has impressively quick shifts in track mode.

[@jake51515]

Test drove one a few days ago, then I test drove the bullitt. Needless to say, I'm getting the bullitt.

[@Bobbybeb]

@@jake51515 I would love to have the bullitt, but at the time the only dealer that had one within 500 miles had it in their showroom with a decent markup on it. In my opinion, the bullitt is the "ideal" mustang.

[@MrInzombia]

KYDashcam gt350*

[@jamesclark2761]

The RAPTOR IS AN AMAZING VEHICLE HANDS DOWN!!😉👏👍

[@MrRaErickson]

That’s the best colour Ford makes right now. I have the same colour on an fX4

[@afordnissan2]

Ford vehicles has the quickest remote start system in the game👍🏾

[@glenn7350]

Hi👋 New subscriber here:) I’m not that into cars but I use your success as inspiration for my own project:) Just wanna thank you for the content and the honesty about your journey. I’m so happy for you- that you made it and living your dream:)

[@jonasdelossantos627]

That 3 lights in the grill tells a warning that your car exceeds to size allowed according to car type. You could Modified it at Autobot it will be amazing after thats a great Shop.

[@pumpkinheadghoul]

I will admit, it does have the most badass looking front end of any pickup on the market. I sat in a 2020 at a dealership the other day, and was very impressed with the look and feel of the interior. However, that's as far as I got, since I wasn't there to purchase a $70K truck.

[@kylerlee1293]

Awesome vid can't wait to see the race

[@heros2110]

Please continue making Trucks like this. It takes me a couple more years to get one new. Our 2006 F-150 is sold now here in Europe. Thanks Ford. :D Or Dodge or whoever. :)

[@sch2344]

Love the looks of that wide track design. But how does that extra 6” of width affect your ability to navigate parking lots and ramps?

[@michaelduran1527]

Love the raptor mike!! Looks awesome!!

[@mrandy2229]

My dream vehicle.

[@priteshnalawade1902]

King of cinematic shot😀

[@ConservativeVet84]

Paid less for a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2 car garage on a 2 acre lot. In 20 years the value of my house has doubled. Will the Raptor double in value? Nope. Sorr, just can't see spending that much on a truck.

[@ReconstructedBeauty]

I have a 2000 Chevy S 10 ZR2, it has many options and Perfect Leather wrapped steering wheel and leather interior ,that I give a 95% rating in looks, Not to bad for 19 year old truck. I have only put $6,778.00 in maintenance cost for 19 years of ownership, try that with New trucks of today, 345,000 miles and Counting.....

[@eldestotador]

I'm planning on buying a 2020 Raptor. I like the white with the black stripes package and blacked out wheels, and the Magnetic Metallic are my two main color choices. I live in NYC, I see you live in the suburbs so you don't have the issue of looking for a spot to park your Raptor in the streets lol that's one of my concerns also, how good can this truck be for a city guy? How about the gas, how often do you guys have to go to the gas station to spend money on gas and how much do you drive it?? Those are the things I'm considering before buying one. They have the Auto On/Off now included to "SAVE" gas, how truthful is this? But I'm looking forward to have one soon. Any final suggestions my friend?

[@raptorsofinsta]

I average about 15mpg but I drive mine pretty hard all the time. A little hard to park because it's so wide. I always park in the back.

[@smithkid1996]

I actually sell Fords, another thing to consider is that these raptors hold their value like CRAZY. Raptors hold their value probably better than any other full size truck on the market.

[@smithkid1996]

@steveo314 the titan? Really? Look at a 4 year old raptor vs a 4 year old titan.

[@Jack-b5o6r]

Yes the A10 is awesome in the ZL1 I have one for channel it is modified and we are about to start running it on the drag strip...

[@TheMRZVlogs]

nice review bro.. all the best from MRZVlogs

[@andrewmiller120]

Awesome video Mike!

[@jivkonikolov404]

After the intro i insta gave it THUMBS up ! Epic music,epic intro you really impress me man !

[@jimbob2629]

And now i watched the 18 month review after the 6 month review and I want to buy one again...

[@JRBORIQUA7]

Great decision! 👍🏼👍🏼

[@bennyhillmedia8520]

+ I love the color and I’m a fan of your Channel keep up the good work.

[@carlcampbell6827]

This color reminds me of the trucks at the Moffit Field Naval Air Base that were there years ago.

[@TannerBiggan]

Truck goals right here!

[@markg.2501]

What...What? Hold Up!..... 4:20........EMBROIDMENT? As in......"That Is Some DOPE Embroidment You got there Mike".

[@arlaetxa]

Just got my 2019 Raptor thanks to your reviews. Ford needs to write you commission check for my purchase. You should get your own show on TV!!!

[@stormshadow392_]

Love the truck keep the videos coming

[@smsd777]

Rolling away or catching on fire. “Little issues”! Bahahaha

[@mickykittl3870]

Shaun Timberlake he literally lost me at that .

[@number1pappy]

We almost purchased a raptor but even my wife just couldn't get over the fact that it has a v6 instead of a v8! Yes I know power wise it shouldn't matter but you know what it's not the same without a v8! I wonder how even more popular it would be if Ford had kept the v8? It's the same issue with the ford excursion! It only has a v6! Wife loved the excursion but just couldn't believe we couldnt get it with a v8 so we wound up getting a gmc Yukon Denali as it has a 6.2 v8! I dont know what ford is thinking but they have lost us a customers with the only exception of the mustang as it's the only "pony car" that's v8 can easily handle boost in stock form! Something my challenger cant do as the 392 won't survive being boosted! I just dont understand why ford doesnt take the same mentality it has toward the mustang and implement it the rest of its line up! It even kills me that fords "v6's" dont even get better gas mileage than a v8 ! Lol!! Just doesnt make any sense!

[@CJColvin]

Exactly mate but EcoBoost lovers will never learn.

[@rshanep5226]

Nobody buys these for fuel economy, but I’ve averaged over 17mpg for the last 5000 miles in mixed driving to include lots of off roading, and over 19mpg on our last road trip. All depends on how you drive it.

[@joemomma707]

Rshane P lmao!!! My wife averages 12-14 on her 2019 raptor. I get worse when I drive it. Even on LONG road trips, we get 16 mpg.

[@joshuaenyart7271]

Have you compared the two? Which one is faster and which one has better fuel economy? The factory Raptor or The Supercharged 5.0?

[@blaineangstadt2163]

Sweet videos man, keep it up !

[@damoncolbert6697]

The Raptor is chill, but I'm wondering about the pothole issue. I saw one of WillMotivation's reviews of the raptor and he said that they don't do too well driving over potholes.

[@ProjectZGarage]

I really like the wau the Raport looks and I agree that the sound is not there but the performace is. Also i like the added lights that you did and im looking for a kit to put on my FX$ f150.

[@paul_bunyan]

Nice review! Did you paint the stock wheels gloss black? If you did, was it paint or powder coat?

[@jake51515]

Not a truck guy, but getting a bullitt soon! Cant wait

[@chuckcrooks2114]

The excitement of your wife answers the question. Nothing else matters.

[@hallofballz6980]

Complaining about stock exhaust is almost dumb, very rare do you ever get great sounding stock exhaust, emission control is always the goal from the factory! If you would remove that restrictive exhaust, do 3-4 inch turbo back exhaust with no cats or high flow cats you will notice not only much better performance from a turbocharged engine but much better sound too. The more free the exhaust the better!

[@jessecooper7572]

Love the truck Mike! I have a 18 platinum 3.5 and just to correct you on your comment lol the massage seats are only avail in platinum and king ranch and not lariat trim...

[@myopinion7236]

Correction Cooper! Nice comment, My 16 (had) and now 19 limited got massage seats. Not just the platinum and King Ranch

[@rayzin4]

Sickkkkkkkkk intro!!!!!....🔥🔥🔥👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽

[@CanadianCruisin]

Going to have that stuck in my head all day now lol

[@geralddaniel045]

What is the tittle?

[@richardfiedler2201]

Good review !!!!!

[@Tigerlui531]

I was trying to count how many times did he say "Raptor" and I lost count.

[@soupisfiremaster4037]

Damn my dad got a f150 2019 back in April and in the span of 6 months he’s got 15,000 miles on it 💀💀😐

[@nafedogg6361]

Is that alot?

[@soupisfiremaster4037]

In 6 months hell yea

[@username-kn3oh]

You know some people buy vehicles to actually use them. Not worry about putting too many miles??

[@TwoCents690]

My wife put 20k on the silverado 4x4 in 6 months. Zero issues. Of course it's 5.3 naturally aspirated and not turbo with EGR problems.

[@carlauditts8514]

😂 really??? I put 60 thousand miles on my car in 1 year. Don’t ask me what I do but 15k it’s nothing. I hope is a v6 engine, your truck.

[@DaniloOlinad26]

Fantastic truck , Ford is Ford

[@jebusfubar4]

Love that color!