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"Used Ford Excursion Model Info And How To Buy At The Best Price!"
The big advantage of a Ford Excursion is its mammoth size. Its biggest disadvantage is, you guessed it, its mammoth size. The Excursion is simply the longest and heaviest SUV ever built.
Excellent for people who value roominess, towing capacity and a long list of amenities, a vehicle this size also presents driving and parking challenges as well as sacrifices in fuel economy.
Discontinued with the 2005 model year, we're still seeing very nice Excursions at the dealer auctions, including the occasional turbo diesel version. For car buyers in need of space and/or a huge tow rating (up to 11,000 pounds when properly equipped), an Excursion just might fit the bill.
Constructed on the Ford F-250's Super Duty truck platform for just a six year run, used Ford Excursion shoppers can select from either eight or nine-passenger seating (XLS and XLT models) as well as two-wheel or four-wheel drive. Available models include XLT, XLT Premium, Eddie Bauer (debuted in 2003) and top-of-the-line Limited.
The base Excursion XLT model comes fairly well-equipped with standard features that include full power accessories, 4-wheel antilock brakes, a single-disc CD player, front and rear air conditioning, cruise control, analog instrumentation, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, remote keyless entry, a roof rack, a heavy duty towing package, 16-inch chrome-cladded wheels, a rear window wiper, privacy glass and an anti-theft system.
Premium models then added aluminum wheels, front captain's chairs, power rear quarter windows, rear audio controls, illuminated running boards, a trip computer and automatic headlights. Eddie Bauer models chip in with leather seating, automatic climate control, power-adjustable pedals, turn signal sideview mirrors and a cabin with a two-tone color scheme, while the Limited tops things off with heated front seats, an upgraded stereo system, a reversible cargo mat, interior cherry wood trim accents and body-color trim.
In addition, some used Ford Excursion models can be found with optional features such as an in-dash 6-disc CD changer and a rear entertainment system.
Under the hood, used Excursions can be found with one of several different engines. Coming standard was a 5.4-liter V8 engine that produced 255 horsepower and 350 pound-feet of torque. They also can be found with either a 310 horsepower 6.8-liter V10 or a 235 horsepower 7.3-liter turbodiesel V8 which were optional.
For the 2001 model year, power was boosted in the diesel to 250 horsepower. For 2004, the diesel engine was replaced with a new 6.0-liter turbodiesel V8 good for 325 horsepower that provided both cleaner emissions and still more robust torque.
Overall, a Ford Excursion can still make a solid choice in the large truck-based SUV segment for those who value roominess and power. And we have several suggestions to help you save money when buying one.
How To Get The Best Price On A Pre-Owned Ford Excursion:
There are actually several different ways to buy a used Excursion at the lowest price and even at wholesale. It all depends on which one is the best fit for you personally.
ONE - Car Auctions:
First of all, you can check for used Excursion models at wholesale auto auctions. While this method isn't for everyone and will likely take some additional time and effort on your part, there are indeed some truly outstanding buys for those who shop these events. This article covers how to locate these auctions and the key issues in using them to your advantage.
TWO - Spot Wholesale Opportunities On Dealer Lots:
Another excellent method involves getting several used car dealers to compete for your business. This article details the best way to carry out this process. It's just amazing what happens to prices when you force dealers to compete for your sale.
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If you're interested in learning the secret of getting the lowest price on a New SUV, there are some great deals to be had right now if you know how.
