2007 F-150 crew cab troubles?

[Ufatz]

My neighbor, an old guy, is looking at buying a very nice 2007 F-150 with 50,000 miles on it. Any history of troubles with this truck? Very well cared for and spotless inside. I told him I'd ask you guys for advice. Thanks.

[Scott K]

For the most part these trucks have been very good. As long as the truck was maintained, the truck should last 250k with no huge issues.

[fishing tech]

Agree, very nice truck and reliable.

[Jeremy airjer W]

Fuel pump control modules is the only thing I can think of on the newer fords. The updated one sits up off the crossmember to keep it from rotting out. The old style mounts flush.

[Ufatz]

Here's a hoot fellas! He drove in today with a 2009 Chevy Silverado crew-cab short box. Used of course, low miles. Seems nice. Now he worries about that! I don't know what became of the F-150. HA!!

[zamboni]

OOHH a Chevy instead? Now he WILL have problems

[jeffreyd]

might as well just go buy a gremlin and be done with it if he decides to go with the chevy

[Scott K]

Ya, he will have many issues with the newer chevy's

[Ufatz]

Aw jeeze you guys....now I feel bad for the old bugger. Anything in particular I can alert him to.He's not really a "car guy" and I am gonna hate to see him caught in one of those endless hassles over a nightmare truck.

Lemme know what first and worst problems likely to be. Thanks.

[Scott K]

Sorry, I was just throwing a Chevy bash out there, just because it was an easy one. I dont think he will have any issues with it either. They too are a decent truck.

[Macgyver55]

I know you can find good or bad to say about any of the manufacturers, but here is one I agree with and may set his mind at ease.

2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - What the Auto Press Says

The Silverado's day-to-day livability, combined with its value over time, helped make it U.S. News' Best Car for the Money in the full size pickup class.It's hard to find a bad review of the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado, and most reviewers say it's hard to find a competitor with a better combination of ruggedness, capability and comfort. "There are no bad full-size pickups now, but the Silverado quietly excels in every area," says Car and Driver, adding, "Let's just agree that a perfect truck is hard to find, and we'll drive the Silverado till we find it."

"Since its last redesign in 2007, the Silverado 1500 has won a number of awards, including recognition as Car and Driver's "Best Pickup," Motor Trend's "Truck of the Year," and Motor Week's "Driver's Choice."

[zamboni]

I know you can find good or bad to say about any of the manufacturers, but here is one I agree with and may set his mind at ease.

2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - What the Auto Press Says

The Silverado's day-to-day livability, combined with its value over time, helped make it U.S. News' Best Car for the Money in the full size pickup class.It's hard to find a bad review of the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado, and most reviewers say it's hard to find a competitor with a better combination of ruggedness, capability and comfort. "There are no bad full-size pickups now, but the Silverado quietly excels in every area," says Car and Driver, adding, "Let's just agree that a perfect truck is hard to find, and we'll drive the Silverado till we find it."

"Since its last redesign in 2007, the Silverado 1500 has won a number of awards, including recognition as Car and Driver's "Best Pickup," Motor Trend's "Truck of the Year," and Motor Week's "Driver's Choice."

Better be, all the examples you have given are for a vehicle 07 and newer.

[Ufatz]

Okay you guys. He BOUGHT the 2009 Silverado crew-cab short box. Pretty fancy. Drops from 8 cyl. to 4 cyl at highway and honestly gets 18-20 mpg when at cruise.Took a ride with him and it sure seems like a nice truck with plenty of room etc. If it all goes to hell on him I guess that's life! But I hope he has not trouble. Thanks.

[Macgyver55]

[better be, all the examples you have given are for a vehicle 07 and newer.

He said his buddy bought an 09 and he was concerned, so I assumed opinions of that time period were the most appropriate.