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What is the best year for a used Ford F-250?
I am in the market for a new truck and am considering buying a used Ford F-250, but I want to make sure I buy one of the better model years—which is the best year for a used Ford F-250?
Andrew Biro · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
It’s difficult to say which is the absolute best year for a used
Ford F-250
, as no model year is perfect and all experience issues with varying levels of severity and frequency. In general, however, the first generation (1999 - 2007) is considered the best.If you want to err on the side of caution, we’d suggest sticking with those Ford F-250s that were built this century, specifically those built between 2000 and 2003. Ford F-250s built between these years are some of the most reliable trucks Ford has ever made, and their customer reviews are absolutely stellar.
Of course, these model years aren’t as technologically-advanced as some of the newer models, but if that doesn’t bother you, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better option.
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