Bryan1 Posted July 30, 2014 Share Posted July 30, 2014 2015 F-150 Appearance Guide: http://blogs.cars.com/files/15_f150_appearanceguide-hc_sglepg_final_2-ret-.pdf 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bryan1 Posted July 30, 2014 Share Posted July 30, 2014 The trend of high trim (Platinum) versions of Ford products getting only black interiors continue. I don't like that at all. There are two Platinum interior colors. Black or Brunello. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edstock Posted July 30, 2014 Share Posted July 30, 2014 For a second I thought that was "Black or Bordello". A Platinum interior like a bordello might have a market. A Crew Cab lust-nest, for the sexually-active F-150 owner. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmc523 Posted July 31, 2014 Author Share Posted July 31, 2014 There are two Platinum interior colors. Black or Brunello. What's Brunello? A dark brown or something? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grbeck Posted July 31, 2014 Share Posted July 31, 2014 Ford had the new F-150 at the Carlisle Ford Nationals. I've never seriously considered a full-size pickup, but I really wouldn't mind this one. It looks better in real life than in the photos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted July 31, 2014 Share Posted July 31, 2014 It is - if you hit a cow....... I guess that totaled 911 now has deer leather seat covers....... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanh Posted August 6, 2014 Share Posted August 6, 2014 Bump...heres a more informed reality check regarding price increases... The 2015 F-150 is much more expensive. Here are how some popular configurations price out compared to a similarly equipped 2014: Super Cab XLT 301A 4wd w/ 5.0L, chrome & tow: + $2325 ($42,635 vs. 2014 $40,310) Super Crew XLT 302A 4wd w/eco & tow: + $2025 ($46,355 vs. 2014 $44,330) Super Crew Lariat 502A 4wd w/eco & tow: + $2220 ($53,745 vs. 2014 $51,525) Super Crew Platinum 700A w/eco, roof & tow: + 3350 ($57,965 vs. 2014 $54,615) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
92merc Posted August 6, 2014 Share Posted August 6, 2014 And how many more features are standard for a given configuration, plus how many more features are new, never given before? Once those figures are calculated in, I'm getting the gap isn't as large. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanh Posted August 6, 2014 Share Posted August 6, 2014 (edited) And how many more features are standard for a given configuration, plus how many more features are new, never given before? Once those figures are calculated in, I'm getting the gap isn't as large. considering how much was std to begin with how much more was added?, heres a couple...base difference $395...5.0 engine $595 increase.....those ARENT new features....what I found amusing was the mere $395 initial bump...cheekily mis-leading Edited August 6, 2014 by Deanh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted August 6, 2014 Share Posted August 6, 2014 considering how much was std to begin with how much more was added?, heres a couple...base difference $395...5.0 engine $595 increase.....those ARENT new features....what I found amusing was the mere $395 initial bump...cheekily mis-leading $395 is a 1% price increase on a $40K truck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edstock Posted August 6, 2014 Share Posted August 6, 2014 Super Cab XLT 301A 4wd w/ 5.0L, chrome & tow: + $2325 ($42,635 vs. 2014 $40,310)Super Crew XLT 302A 4wd w/eco & tow: + $2025 ($46,355 vs. 2014 $44,330) So, it costs about 5% more to go aluminum? Either the added value will be acceptable, or it won't, but IMHO, buyers will accept the price of progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanh Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 $395 is a 1% price increase on a $40K truck. and smoke and mirrors...my point is everything ELSE has increased even more....try and find ONE unit thats only $395 over the 14...it'll take you some time.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pioneer Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 and smoke and mirrors...my point is everything ELSE has increased even more....try and find ONE unit thats only $395 over the 14...it'll take you some time.... More standard features = more money. It's not just because of the aluminum. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blazerdude20 Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 Ford very well may be pushing "larger" price increases with the debut of the new model to cover themselves going forward. One big price bump sits better than continuous price bumps. Something the restaurant industry learned long ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bzcat Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 (edited) Inflation is 2.8% or something like that so 5% increase factor in higher content and potentially much better MPG is not that big of a deal. I noticed Deanh only listed the increase on the 4WD models... maybe some option packages specifically on the 4WD model has changed - for example, are they comparing the same axle ratio? Edited August 7, 2014 by bzcat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanh Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 More standard features = more money. It's not just because of the aluminum. not entirely true, on base models ..ie 101a package, XL decor package WAS standard, so was Trailer Tow...now those two options are additional cost....sneaky dont you think. Personally i dont care, and understand, but i also veiw the $395 price increase as somewhat of a white lie... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanh Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 Inflation is 2.8% or something like that so 5% increase factor in higher content and potentially much better MPG is not that big of a deal. I noticed Deanh only listed the increase on the 4WD models... maybe some option packages specifically on the 4WD model has changed - for example, are they comparing the same axle ratio? FYI...Limited slip is now N/A, replaced by electronic locking only... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 So there's a price increase on a brand new model? Shocking!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanh Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 So there's a price increase on a brand new model? Shocking!!!!!! not the point akirby...is it the $395 that was publicized?.....I fully understand the price increase, FULLY, and I was shocked to READ it was but $395 base difference, only to find out otherwise...so should I have relayed to clients asking about price increases it was but $395?...because until I had researched I would have... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanh Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 not meaning to stir the pot, thats not the intent, but if I ordered a burger , and was then charged for the buns, mayo and Ketchup was additional...maybe thats a bad parallel but.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 not the point akirby...is it the $395 that was publicized?.....I fully understand the price increase, FULLY, and I was shocked to READ it was but $395 base difference, only to find out otherwise...so should I have relayed to clients asking about price increases it was but $395?...because until I had researched I would have... Well I would never assume that the base equipment levels would be the same between model years and I would never simply compare base models. No different than taking a 5 lb coffee container and reducing it to 4 lb while keeping the size and price the same. Caveat emptor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 not meaning to stir the pot, thats not the intent, but if I ordered a burger , and was then charged for the buns, mayo and Ketchup was additional...maybe thats a bad parallel but.... If you knew when you ordered the burger that condiments were extra then there is no issue, regardless of whether it used to be free........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanh Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 Well I would never assume that the base equipment levels would be the same between model years and I would never simply compare base models. No different than taking a 5 lb coffee container and reducing it to 4 lb while keeping the size and price the same. Caveat emptor. the coffee container is a good example, seen that before as well...it too is mis-leading....unfortunately the "buyer beware" scenario, does NOTHING but make those trying to explain, look like the bad guys...ie us and ford. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanh Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 If you knew when you ordered the burger that condiments were extra then there is no issue, regardless of whether it used to be free........ love to see your reaction if you saw $1.99 happy meal, and then when ordering was told the container was $1 more....lol... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordmantpw Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 love to see your reaction if you saw $1.99 happy meal, and then when ordering was told the container was $1 more....lol... I'd skip the container...just put it straight in the toilet, because if you eat McD's, it won't take long and that's where it will be anyway! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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