The 09-14 F-150 is absolutely my favorite generation of the model. I always wanted one since they were new. That 2009-2014 year range of fords was my favorite era of ford
the problem is that these also happen to be some of the worst years for quality control, the 11th and 12th gen of F150 was plagued with issues from bad motors (5.4 thankfully was replaced with the 5.0 later down the line.) to horrible body rot issues, a design flaw in the cab caused water to settle in the bottom interior of the rear corners, rotting them from the inside out. Rarely do these trucks work and run as good as this one, good reason why these things are valued so low compared to their RAM or Silverado counterparts of the same Era.
@@brianlee9233 2009 and 2010 still had the 3v 5.4, one of the worst Ford engines ever made, 2011 and up had the much more reliable Ecoboost and 5.0L Coyote motors
Just so you know in 2012 they had the lariat and platinum as well. They also had the ecoboost back then as well. You can also get the 5.0 in today's f150.
My favorite gen until the new 2022 came out. I have a 2013 FX4. For that generation FX4 and FX2 were actual trims, not just an added option. They have an appearance package and luxury package. Mine is basically a lariat without the rear heated seats. It has sunroof, leather seats, sync with nav, Sony sound system, heated/cooled seats, power folding mirrors. If I did it over, I’d go STX, give me a column shifter and bench seat. I tend to keep my vehicles, 190K on this one. The more add ons, the more to that tends to break.
I got an 13 5.0 in Jan also but in 2020. The coincidence. Lol fx4 package. Fully loaded and love it. Wasn't a fan of Ford til I got this truck. Had 88k and now have 170k. Drives like new minus the rougher suspension due to 3in lift and 22 on 33s
I have a 2013 that has all the options so it’s basically the same thing as a platinum just missing the heated backseats and the power running boards and I actually get the hill descent assist when a lot of Platnumz don’t have that
Just ordered a 2023 F-150 XL with the FX4 package and a V8. Got the V8 for its simplicity and long-term reliability, but can't avoid unnecessarily complicated elements such as: cylinder deactivation, 10-speed automatic (would prefer a manual, but get bent with that these days, or a 6-speed auto, but also no dice), and automatic engine Start/Stop. Can't even delete that last one when ordering, but at least you can still disable it, albeit you have to do so every time you start the truck. Technology is great, but sometimes simpler is better, and I think that applies to all of those complaints. (Still, can't wait for my Atlas Blue bad boy to arrive 😁)
I love your review! I recently bought a 96 F150 and I was curious to see what newer F150s were like, also has anyone ever told you that you sound a bit like Jack Black?
just cuz your knees can touch the back of the front seat doesn't mean that the back seat is too small. I really don't know why people think they need to be able to put their legs out as far as they can go to qualify as a "big enough" back seat. plus like doug demuro he's 6'4 for god sakes (less than 2% of the population is that tall) thinks that all back seats have to allow him to stretch out like a recliner to qualify as a big back seat like hes gonna sit in the back seat ever!
And as far as the look of this truck it has the longest lasting looks there is out there they actually have a brand new truck that’s almost designed exactly like this one as far as looks which tells you how good the design was.. The looks of this truck is going to last much longer compared to the older Ford trucks and Chevys it’s going to be a popular one that’s for sure
Looks like a pavement princess with fancy wheels...if its a FX4 4WD Styleside Supercab from 2012, its MSRP would have been $37,755, which would be $48,807.83 in 2022 money. Hopefully the new owner will get a good deal on the price and use it as a true work truck.
I love the F-150, except I want the 09 because Ford left the key-chime alone unlike what they did to the piece of crap 2010 and don't even get me started on the 2011 and later models. (I hope everyone follows this rule too). The 09 is a required model year for everyone and is the maximum model year limit for the F-150. (Get an F-250 or F-350 if you want a 2010 and go backwards from that model year like the F-150). Also, congratulations for passing the BFB test at 6:50 once again on the F-150, Zack!
after they turn all trucks electric its going to be a really dark day in america cuz the pickup will be officially dead as of that day! they keep forcing these EV's down our throat w/o a viable option or infastructure to replace it! how horrible!
I know right? I need that $7500 Govt Tax Credit when I buy the F-150 Lightning. (Japanese EVs and European EVs don't get the Tax Credit) Hyundai, Kia and Genesis are still doing Tax Credits on their EVs.
It’ll be fine. A lot of the complaints I’ve heard about EV range from the same old complaining my father has heard over 5 decades of working on cars since they came out with fuel injection. There will obviously be a teething period and well just like how the smartphone went over the last decade it’s most expensive for early adopters. Its best to just wait out a decade and let the implulsive early adopters pay the upkeep for the infrastructure rollout. Those of us with older gas cars and trucks we love are probably good for at least a decade to get better bang per buck.
@MikkelRS a century ago similar arguments were made about the car. Gas station didn’t pop up overnight and fuel efficiency was not really a thing. They also started out as a rich mans thing kinda like EV’s now. The argument you made about moving with your truck I’d bet a whole bitcoin at some point someone said the same thing just replace your gas powered f150 with a horse. History really does tend to repeat.
@MikkelRS have you driven a model t? I have. That thing is not fast, a buggy wouldve been comparable if not better if going uphill. It clearly took time to go from model t to the quicker and more dependable modern vehicles we know today. Same process will end up panning out with EV’s.
What doesn't impress you? I have a 2011 F-150 FX4 Supercab 5.0L I've owned since new and it's been a fantastic truck, just rolled 100K miles the other day and it's given me zero issues.
The 09-14 F-150 is absolutely my favorite generation of the model. I always wanted one since they were new. That 2009-2014 year range of fords was my favorite era of ford
2009 or under only, please.
the problem is that these also happen to be some of the worst years for quality control, the 11th and 12th gen of F150 was plagued with issues from bad motors (5.4 thankfully was replaced with the 5.0 later down the line.) to horrible body rot issues, a design flaw in the cab caused water to settle in the bottom interior of the rear corners, rotting them from the inside out.
Rarely do these trucks work and run as good as this one, good reason why these things are valued so low compared to their RAM or Silverado counterparts of the same Era.
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The 08-13 Chevy trucks seem to be worse as far as rust is concerned. At least in my area
2012 5.0 fx4 crew cab love it
The working man's Raptor. My neighbor has an extended cab F-150 of this generation so I get what you mean about becoming familiar with certain cars.
My dad picked up his 2008 focus today
I do love the 5.0L V8 in the F150
As long as it's a 2009 or under, then yes. If 2010 or higher, no way.
@@brianlee9233 2009 and 2010 still had the 3v 5.4, one of the worst Ford engines ever made, 2011 and up had the much more reliable Ecoboost and 5.0L Coyote motors
Just so you know in 2012 they had the lariat and platinum as well. They also had the ecoboost back then as well. You can also get the 5.0 in today's f150.
My favorite gen until the new 2022 came out. I have a 2013 FX4. For that generation FX4 and FX2 were actual trims, not just an added option. They have an appearance package and luxury package. Mine is basically a lariat without the rear heated seats. It has sunroof, leather seats, sync with nav, Sony sound system, heated/cooled seats, power folding mirrors. If I did it over, I’d go STX, give me a column shifter and bench seat. I tend to keep my vehicles, 190K on this one. The more add ons, the more to that tends to break.
My favorite style of the Ford trucks was the early 70s.
HOLY CRAP your channel exploded!!!!! I remember a few months ago when you had like 50k!!!!
I picked up a 13 5.0 in January and I love it (I came from a 03 expedition 5.4)
I’ve got an 01 f-150 with the 5.4
I got an 13 5.0 in Jan also but in 2020. The coincidence. Lol fx4 package. Fully loaded and love it. Wasn't a fan of Ford til I got this truck. Had 88k and now have 170k. Drives like new minus the rougher suspension due to 3in lift and 22 on 33s
@@91TwinTurboZX I didn’t want to go back to ford after my 02 king ranch cause it was a lemon but I’ve had 3 since the king ranch 😂😅
@@Koltrain 🤣🤣🤣
I have the XLT with the same V8 engine. It’s the full crew cab. I love the column shift in mine. It also seats six! I like the body style
I have a 2013 that has all the options so it’s basically the same thing as a platinum just missing the heated backseats and the power running boards and I actually get the hill descent assist when a lot of Platnumz don’t have that
Just ordered a 2023 F-150 XL with the FX4 package and a V8. Got the V8 for its simplicity and long-term reliability, but can't avoid unnecessarily complicated elements such as: cylinder deactivation, 10-speed automatic (would prefer a manual, but get bent with that these days, or a 6-speed auto, but also no dice), and automatic engine Start/Stop. Can't even delete that last one when ordering, but at least you can still disable it, albeit you have to do so every time you start the truck. Technology is great, but sometimes simpler is better, and I think that applies to all of those complaints. (Still, can't wait for my Atlas Blue bad boy to arrive 😁)
The Mac & Cheese of the F Series for me were the OBS trucks of the 90s.
I love your review! I recently bought a 96 F150 and I was curious to see what newer F150s were like, also has anyone ever told you that you sound a bit like Jack Black?
just cuz your knees can touch the back of the front seat doesn't mean that the back seat is too small. I really don't know why people think they need to be able to put their legs out as far as they can go to qualify as a "big enough" back seat. plus like doug demuro he's 6'4 for god sakes (less than 2% of the population is that tall) thinks that all back seats have to allow him to stretch out like a recliner to qualify as a big back seat like hes gonna sit in the back seat ever!
Agreed. It's ridiculous. The back seats are for extra transport or passangers. Not long term luxery
I just found your channel hopefully u make it to 100k
And as far as the look of this truck it has the longest lasting looks there is out there they actually have a brand new truck that’s almost designed exactly like this one as far as looks which tells you how good the design was.. The looks of this truck is going to last much longer compared to the older Ford trucks and Chevys it’s going to be a popular one that’s for sure
Yes I rented a Uhaul with the 10 speed and it was decent
Looks like a pavement princess with fancy wheels...if its a FX4 4WD Styleside Supercab from 2012, its MSRP would have been $37,755, which would be $48,807.83 in 2022 money. Hopefully the new owner will get a good deal on the price and use it as a true work truck.
I like the basic look...😊
Would you recommend the V8 over the Ecoboost V6? I had a 1988 Thunderbird with the V8 and it was reliable.
I love the F-150, except I want the 09 because Ford left the key-chime alone unlike what they did to the piece of crap 2010 and don't even get me started on the 2011 and later models. (I hope everyone follows this rule too). The 09 is a required model year for everyone and is the maximum model year limit for the F-150. (Get an F-250 or F-350 if you want a 2010 and go backwards from that model year like the F-150). Also, congratulations for passing the BFB test at 6:50 once again on the F-150, Zack!
after they turn all trucks electric its going to be a really dark day in america cuz the pickup will be officially dead as of that day! they keep forcing these EV's down our throat w/o a viable option or infastructure to replace it! how horrible!
Meh, I still drive a 1987 diesel and run it off vegetable oil. You can't really kill something that won't die
I know right? I need that $7500 Govt Tax Credit when I buy the F-150 Lightning. (Japanese EVs and European EVs don't get the Tax Credit) Hyundai, Kia and Genesis are still doing Tax Credits on their EVs.
It’ll be fine.
A lot of the complaints I’ve heard about EV range from the same old complaining my father has heard over 5 decades of working on cars since they came out with fuel injection. There will obviously be a teething period and well just like how the smartphone went over the last decade it’s most expensive for early adopters. Its best to just wait out a decade and let the implulsive early adopters pay the upkeep for the infrastructure rollout. Those of us with older gas cars and trucks we love are probably good for at least a decade to get better bang per buck.
@MikkelRS a century ago similar arguments were made about the car. Gas station didn’t pop up overnight and fuel efficiency was not really a thing. They also started out as a rich mans thing kinda like EV’s now.
The argument you made about moving with your truck I’d bet a whole bitcoin at some point someone said the same thing just replace your gas powered f150 with a horse. History really does tend to repeat.
@MikkelRS have you driven a model t? I have. That thing is not fast, a buggy wouldve been comparable if not better if going uphill. It clearly took time to go from model t to the quicker and more dependable modern vehicles we know today.
Same process will end up panning out with EV’s.
I bought a 2012 f150 and i am not impressed by it.
The way it is made prevents me from putting after market parts on it easily
What doesn't impress you? I have a 2011 F-150 FX4 Supercab 5.0L I've owned since new and it's been a fantastic truck, just rolled 100K miles the other day and it's given me zero issues.
@@nathanmcdonald610 well let me put it this way. it had to many engineers and not enough mechanics designing it
My 14 FX4 is more basic then this