Used 1997 Ford F-150
Pros
- Great looking full-size pickup has the competition beat in almost every category. The standard third door on Supercab models is an industry first that we're quite happy about.
Cons
- Although this is a very driveable truck, we occasionally wish that it could be had with Chevy's Vortec 57000 engine to give it a little more oomph.
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vehicle overview
For nearly two decades, the Ford F-Series has been the best selling pickup truck in the United States. For more than half that period of time, it's been the best selling vehicle, period. Understandably, Ford execs were a bit hesitant to completely overhaul their Golden Child. After all, the F-Series, which hadn't seen substantial engineering improvements since 1980, seemed to be selling just fine as it was. Reality was, though, that deadlines for some stringent truck standards were approaching fast, and the F-Series was getting long in the tooth. The redesign was approved.
Five million development miles later, Ford introduced a radically new F-150 in January 1996. The bold look, passenger car accouterments, overhead cam engines, and short and long arm front suspension of the new pickup are either embraced or shunned by die-hard Ford truckers used to the traditional styling, bare bones interior, rugged pushrod motors and Twin-I-Beam suspension of the 1996 model.
So what about this new truck? Overall length is up for all models, and SuperCabs provide substantial improvements in rear passenger leg and hip room. SuperCab models feature a third door as standard equipment, as more and more full-size pickups are purchased for personal use. Styleside and Flareside cargo boxes will be available for both cab styles. Dual airbags are standard, and the passenger side restraint can be switched off in the event that a rear-facing child safety seat has been installed. The new F-150 meets 1999 side-impact standards for trucks, and a four-wheel anti-lock braking system is optional across the board. New options include leather seats, a six-disc CD changer, and an anti-theft system.
Two engines will initially be available, followed by a third in the fall of 1996. A 4.2-liter V-6 is the standard engine, and it makes 210 horsepower at 5000 rpm and 255 foot-pounds of torque at 3000 rpm. That's more than GM, Dodge or Toyota. The optional 4.6-liter V-8 isn't much more powerful, it just provides its power at more useful revs: 210 horsepower at 4400 rpm and 290 foot-pounds of torque at 3250 rpm. The third engine is a 5.4-liter V-8 which makes 235 horsepower and 330 foot-pounds of torque. Tune up intervals occur every 100,000 miles thanks to platinum-tipped spark plugs. Equipped with the 4.6-liter V-8, the F-150 2WD Regular Cab equipped with an automatic transmission and a 3.55 rear axle ratio will tow up to 7,200 pounds. Sixteen-inch wheels are standard; optional are big 17 x 7.5J rims shod with meaty P265/70R-17SL tires.
Sounds good to us. After driving several F-150s this year, it appears that Ford has taken a path designed to bring more personal use buyers into the Ford fold without alienating truck buyers who work their pickups hard. Styling, always a subjective point, might turn potential buyers off with its free-flowing forms and smooth contours. We, however, like its clean lines and lack of clutter; particularly around the grille. If you are in the market for a full-size pickup, you need to see why the F-150 has been the best selling truck on the market for the last decade.
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Used 1997 Ford F-150 Overview
The Used 1997 Ford F-150 is offered in the following submodels: F-150 Regular Cab, F-150 Extended Cab. Available styles include 2dr Regular Cab LB, 2dr Regular Cab SB, 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB, XLT 3dr Extended Cab Stepside SB, XLT 2dr Regular Cab LB, Lariat 2dr Regular Cab Stepside SB, XLT 2dr Regular Cab SB, Lariat 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB, XLT 2dr Regular Cab 4WD LB, XL 2dr Regular Cab 4WD LB, Lariat 2dr Regular Cab LB, XL 2dr Regular Cab SB, XL 3dr Extended Cab SB, 3dr Extended Cab LB, Lariat 2dr Regular Cab SB, 2dr Regular Cab 4WD SB, Lariat 3dr Extended Cab SB, Lariat 3dr Extended Cab 4WD Stepside SB, 3dr Extended Cab SB, XLT 3dr Extended Cab 4WD LB, Lariat 2dr Regular Cab 4WD LB, XL 3dr Extended Cab 4WD LB, XL 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB, XL 2dr Regular Cab LB, Lariat 2dr Regular Cab 4WD SB, XL 2dr Regular Cab Stepside SB, XLT 3dr Extended Cab SB, Lariat 3dr Extended Cab Stepside SB, XL 3dr Extended Cab Stepside SB, 2dr Regular Cab 4WD LB, XLT 2dr Regular Cab 4WD Stepside SB, XL 2dr Regular Cab 4WD SB, Lariat 2dr Regular Cab 4WD Stepside SB, Lariat 3dr Extended Cab 4WD LB, XLT 2dr Regular Cab Stepside SB, Lariat 3dr Extended Cab LB, XLT 2dr Regular Cab 4WD SB, 3dr Extended Cab 4WD LB, XL 2dr Regular Cab 4WD Stepside SB, XLT 3dr Extended Cab LB, XLT 3dr Extended Cab 4WD Stepside SB, XLT 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB, XL 3dr Extended Cab LB, and XL 3dr Extended Cab 4WD Stepside SB.
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Should I lease or buy a 1997 Ford F-150?
Is it better to lease or buy a car? Ask most people and they'll probably tell you that car buying is the way to go. And from a financial perspective, it's true, provided you're willing to make higher monthly payments, pay off the loan in full and keep the car for a few years. Leasing, on the other hand, can be a less expensive option on a month-to-month basis. It's also good if you're someone who likes to drive a new car every three years or so.
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