This week's "A Buyer's Guide" focuses on the 1999-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee WJ. If you're in the market for a midsized, family-friendly sport utility vehicle (hereinafter referred to as an SUV), and have looked at the 1999-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (dubbed the WJ generation), you may be confused about which version of it to look at and purchase. If this sounds like you, you'll be relieved to know that Vincent's Auto Reviews has prepared a buyer's guide to help you decide which Jeep Grand Cherokee to purchase:
Between 1999 and 2004, there were many models of Jeep Grand Cherokee WJ offered. Here is each model and its features:
Laredo (1999-2004): 16"x7" Alloy Wheels, Gray-Painted Bumpers and Side Cladding, A/M-F/M-Cassette Stereo (Later A/M-F/M-CD) w/ 6 Speakers, Cloth Interior, 4.0L "Power-Tech" I6 Engine, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission, Manual Front Seats, Keyless Entry w/ 2 Remotes, and Wood Interior Trim (Later Aluminum)
Sport (2002 ONLY) (Adds to Laredo): A/M-F/M-RDS-Cassette-CD Stereo w/ 6 Premium Infinity Gold Speakers, 180 Watt Amplifier, Leather Interior, and Power Front Heated Seats
Special Edition (2002-2004) (Adds to Laredo): A/M-F/M-RDS-Cassette-CD Stereo w/ 6 Premium Infinity Gold Speakers, 180-Watt Amplifier, and Power Front Seats
Freedom (2003-2004) and Columbia Edition (2004 ONLY) (Add to Laredo): 17"x7.5" Alloy Wheels, A/M-F/M-RDS-Cassette-CD Stereo w/ 6 Premium Infinity Gold Speakers, 180-Watt Amplifier, and Power Front Seats
Limited (1999-2004) (Adds to Laredo): 2002-2004: 17"x7.5" Alloy Wheels, Body-Colored Bumpers and Side Cladding, A/M-F/M-Cassette Stereo w/ 10-Disc Remote CD Changer (Later A/M-F/M-RDS-Cassette-CD) w/ 6 Premium Infinity Gold Speakers, 180-Watt Amplifier, Leather Interior, and Power Front Seats
60TH Anniversary Edition (2001 ONLY) (Adds to Limited): 17"x7.5" Chrome-Cladded Alloy Wheels, A/M-F/M-RDS-Cassette-CD Stereo w/ 10-Disc Remote CD Changer w/ 6 Premium Infinity Gold Speakers, 180-Watt Amplifier, Sunroof, and Power Heated Front Seats
Overland (2002-2004) (Adds to Limited): 17"x7.5" Alloy Chrome-Cladded Wheels, A/M-F/M-RDS-Cassette-CD Stereo w/ 10-Disc Remote CD Changer w/ 6 Premium Infinity Gold Speakers, 180-Watt Amplifier, Power Front Seats, Power Sunroof, 4.7L High-Output "Power-Tech" V8, and 5-Speed Automatic Transmission
Here are the changes for each year (1999-2004):
1999: New Jeep Grand Cherokee WJ introduced.
2000: No changes, carryover model from 1999.
2001: 60TH Anniversary Edition offered only for 2001, Limited model gets new wheels and new seat trim, Laredo model gets new optional wheels
2002: New safety features, new radios, Overland is new, all models get new wheels, new seat trims for all models, new 4.7L High-Output "Power-Tech" V8 Engine offered on Limited and Overland.
2003: Freedom offered, GPS navigational radio offered on some models.
2004: New front grilles, SIRIUS Satellite Radio offered on all models, Columbia Edition offered only for 2004, all 4X4 (4WD) models are now Trail Rated by Jeep.
And here are the available engines (1999-2004):
4.0L "Power-Tech" High-Output I6, 185 HP, 220 Lb. Ft. of Torque (Sport, Laredo, Special Edition, Freedom, Columbia Edition, Limited, and 60TH Anniversary Edition)
4.7L "Power-Tech" High-Output V8, 235 HP, 305 Lb. Ft. of Torque (Sport, Laredo, Special Edition, Freedom, Columbia Edition, Limited, and 60TH Anniversary Edition)
4.7L "Power-Tech" High-Output V8, 260 HP, 345 Lb. Ft. of Torque (Limited and Overland)
And the transmissions (1999-2004):
4-Speed Automatic w/ Overdrive (I6 Models)
5-Speed Automatic w/ Overdrive (V8 Models)
Available 4X4 (4WD) Systems were (1999-2004):
Two-Wheel-Drive/Rear-Wheel-Drive (4X2/RWD)
Selec-Trac I Part-Time 4WD/4X4
Quadra-Trac I Full-Time 4WD/4X4
Quadra-Trac II Full-Time 4WD/4X4
Quadra-Drive I Full-Time 4WD/4X4
You can expect to pay anywhere from $3,500.00 for a base model 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo I6 4X2 to $11,500.00 for a fully-loaded 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4X4. These vehicles are readily available by both private sellers as well as new and used auto dealerships.
-Vincent D., Vincent's Auto Reviews
Friday, November 22, 2013
Tuesday, November 19, 2013
The 2014 Jeep Cherokee Overview
When Jeep replaced the Cherokee XJ with the Liberty KJ (Jeep named the Liberty KJ the Cherokee KJ outside North America), loyal Jeep fans were saddened. The Liberty nameplate lasted until 2012, when it was discontinued. It was announced that Jeep would replace the Liberty KK/Cherokee KK with a whole new vehicle.
In the spring of 2013, Jeep reintroduced the Cherokee nameplate to the North American market, when it was last seen in 2001. The Cherokee KL is based on a proven Fiat platform, shared with the Alfa-Romeo Guiletta and Dodge Dart, which is a great platform to build off of. The all-new Cherokee will be new for the 2014 model year (MY), and will go on-sale in the fall of 2013.
The Cherokee features a similar design in the rear to that of its Grand Cherokee WK2 sibling, though the front end features a whole new design, with an angled front seven-slot grille that harkens back to the 1987-1995 Jeep Wrangler YJ. You can choose from seventeen-inch or eighteen-inch styled steel, alloy, or chrome-clad wheels, and all include a spare tire and spare wheel. A full-panel sliding sunroof is available on all models except the Sport.Daytime Running Lamps (DRL's) are also standard, as are Light-Emitting Diode (LED) front head and rear tail lamps.
Inside, the Cherokee features an all-new interior that it similar to that of it of the Grand Cherokee WK2, with technological innovations such as three new U Connect radios. All radios include an A/M-F/M radio, provisions for a single-disc remote CD player (a CD player is not included on any of Cherokee's available radios, and is sold separately as a $200.00 option), U Connect Hands-Free Bluetooth Telephone and A2DP Bluetooth Stereo Audio Streaming, a full color touch-screen display, iPod and USB integration, a 3.5-millimeter auxiliary audio input jack, A/V input jacks, SIRIUS-XM Satellite Radio with a one-year trial subscription from Jeep, Radio Data System (RDS), and steering wheel-mounted remote audio system and telephone controls. The U Connect 5.0BT includes these features. An available U Connect ACCESS 8.4A adds the U Connect ACCESS System with 911 Assist with a six-month trial subscription from Jeep, and capabilities for an add-on Garmin GPS navigational system. The U Connect ACCESS 8.4AN adds HD Radio, U Connect APPS, and an additional one-year subscription to U Connect ACCESS with 911 Assist from Chrysler, plus a built-in Garmin GPS navigational system. A six-speaker sound system is standard, while a nine-speaker, 506-watt, 7.1-channel, Dolby DTS II-certified premium surround-sound system with amplifier, center-channel speaker, and rear-mounted subwoofer, with equalizer settings, is available on all models except the Sport. A full Thin-Film Transistor (TFT) instrument cluster display is standard on all models, as is the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Choose from either premium cloth or luxury leather seating surfaces, depending on the model chosen. The front passenger's seat cushion flips up, as on the Dodge Dart, for extra hidden storage space. Keyless entry with security alarm is standard, though Keyless Go with a hands-free remote control system and remote starter is available with a push-button starter.
A 2.4L "World" I4 engine producing 170 horsepower is standard on all Cherokee models except Limited, and is shared with a lot of Chrysler Corporation vehicles. An all-new 3.2L "Pentastar" Variable Valve Timing (VVT) V6 engine with E85 FlexFuel capabilities and 260 horsepower is available on all models except Sport, and is standard on Limited. The engine is based on the larger 3.6L power train in the Grand Cherokee WK2 and many other Chrysler Corporation products. Front-wheel-drive (FWD/4X2) or Four-wheel-drive (4WD/4X4) is available on all models, and all models feature a class-exclusive nine-speed automatic transmission with Off-Road Crawl Ratio and the SelecTerrain System (the latter feature only on 4WD/4X4 models).
In terms of safety, the Cherokee includes many airbags in the front and on the sides, as well as in the front seats, 911 Assist feature for U Connect ACCESS, antilock braking system (ABS), traction and stability controls, and other important safety features.
The Cherokee is built at the Belvedere Assembly Plant in Belvedere, Illinois, alongside the Dodge Dart and Jeep Compass/Patriot. Pricing starts at $22,995.00 MSRP for a 2014 Jeep Cherokee Sport 2.4L 4X2, and tops out at $29,495.00 MSRP for a 2014 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk 3.2L 4X4. Loaded 2014 Jeep Cherokees can go for about the mid $30s MSRP.
-Vincent D., Vincent's Auto Reviews
Thursday, November 14, 2013
Review: 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo V8 4X4
OVERVIEW:
In the early 1980s, American Motors Corporation
(AMC) started a project known as the “XJC”, as a future replacement to its new
1984 Jeep Cherokee “XJ”. AMC commissioned three designers to design a compact
sport utility vehicle (SUV). In the late 1980s, Chrysler Corporation bought
Jeep from American Motors Corporations (AMC). In the late 1980s, Chrysler
Corporation decided to replace Jeep’s aging Grand Wagoneer “SJ”, whose design
dated back to the 1970s, with an all-new, midsized sport utility vehicle (SUV),
and keep the compact Cherokee “XJ”, which sold in large numbers. In 1989,
Chrysler Corporation showed off the Jeep Concept 1 at the 1989 North American
International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit, Michigan, which would preview the
exterior design for Jeep’s all-new midsized sport utility vehicle (SUV), which
would go on-sale in the early 1990s. In 1992, Bob Lutz, who was in charge of
Chrysler Corporation at the time, drove then Detroit mayor Coleman Young from
the Jefferson North Assembly Plant (JNAP) on Conner Avenue in Detroit to the
front steps of Cobo Hall, where the 1992 North American International Auto Show
(NAIAS) was held, and through a plate-glass window in the front of the building
that was installed specifically for the all-new 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee “XJ”
to drive through.
EXTERIOR:
The
Jeep Grand Cherokee “ZJ” features a boxlike exterior design, with traditional
Jeep characteristics, such as a seven-slot front grille, trapezoidal wheel
arches, and a boxy exterior design. Although called the “Grand Cherokee”, the
vehicle does not share many exterior design characteristics with its compact
Cherokee “XJ” sibling. The Grand Cherokee features a “Unibody” frame design,
shared with its Cherokee “XJ” sibling. The Cherokee “XJ” and Grand Cherokee “ZJ”
were the only sport utility vehicles (SUV’s) to feature this type of frame
design at the time. Up front, a rectangular, seven-slot grille separates two
large headlamps. Bumpers and side cladding panels are either black, light gray
or body-colored in color with either chrome, black, light platinum, or light
char gold-colored inserts. On the SE and Laredo models, white pinstripes, and
on the Limited model, either light platinum or light char gold pinstripes adorn
the sides and part of the rear end of the vehicle. Fifteen-inch wheels are
mounted on black sidewall (BSW) or outlined white-lettered (OWL) all-season
tires, and wheels are styled steel on the SE model, alloy with dark
charcoal-painted pockets on the Laredo model, and waffle-like alloy with either
light platinum or light char gold-painted accents on the Limited model. An exterior
roof rack is available to carry cargo atop the vehicle, and the crossbars are
adjustable, depending on what you want to carry in terms of cargo. Overall, for
an early 1990s vehicle, the Jeep Grand Cherokee “XJ” definitely had a
nicer-looking exterior design than that of its competitors.
INTERIOR:
Inside
the Jeep Grand Cherokee “ZJ”, the interior is utilitarian, yet luxurious. Power
features, such as windows, door locks, and front seats are available, and are
all standard on most models. Choose from Jayne vinyl, Bishop cloth, or Highland
Grain luxury leather seating surfaces, black lacquer or dark wood interior
trim, and vinyl or carpeted door panels, depending on which model you purchase.
The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) at the bottom of the center
stack displays all essential information at all times about the vehicle, and
full instrumentation in the gauge cluster is standard on all models. An
overhead trip computer and full console is available on models not equipped
with the available power sunroof. The seats are comfortable for long trips, and
the rear bench seat folds flat for extra cargo space, since either the
temporary, non-matching or full-sized, matching spare tires and wheels take up
much of the interior cargo space in the rear (the spare tire and wheel are both
covered by a vinyl cover to conceal them when they are not in use). All
interior surfaces are relatively soft-touch, and Antilock Brakes (ABS) are
standard, as is a driver’s-side Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) front
airbag. An anti-theft ignition system is also standard, and two keyless entry
remotes are available on all models.
PERFORMANCE:
Standard
on all Jeep Grand Cherokee “ZJ” models is an American Motors Corporation
(AMC)-designed 4.0L “Power-Tech” Inline Six-Cylinder (I6) engine that produces
190 horsepower and 220 lb. feet of torque, mated to a five-speed, Aisin-derived
manual transmission is standard on the SE and Laredo models, while a four-speed
automatic transmission is standard with the Chrysler-derived 5.2L “Magnum” V8
engine that produces 220 horsepower and 285 lb. feet of torque, and on the
Limited model, and optional on I6-equipped SE and Laredo models.
Two-wheel-drive (4X2/2WD/RWD) and four-wheel-drive (4X4/4WD) models are
available for all models, with the 4X2/2WD/RWD models only being available with
the I6 engine. A towing package with a rear-mounted tow hitch that can tow up
to 5,000 lbs. is available. The V8 engine is very powerful, and ride quality is
good, yet sometimes rough.
PRICING:
A
base Jeep Grand Cherokee SE 4X2 started at around $22,000.00 MSRP. Upgrade to
the Laredo 4X4 model and the price increased
to around $27,000.00 MSRP. Top-of-the-line Limited 4X4 models started at around
$32,000.00 MSRP, and ran up to around $35,000 MSRP. The tested model, a 1994
Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 28E Package 4X4 with the V8 engine sold for about
$31,000.00 MSRP.
SUMMARY:
If
you are looking for a decent family-sized sport utility vehicle (SUV) with
decent power and decent ride quality, plus luxurious features, look no further
than the Jeep Grand Cherokee “ZJ”.
-Vincent D., Vincent’s Auto Reviews
Mileage
as Tested: 177,497.2 Miles
Monday, October 7, 2013
Vincent's Auto Reviews Top 10 Picks: Top 10 Used Car Picks for the New Driver
Vincent’s
Auto Reviews Top 10 Picks: Top 10 Used Car Picks for The New Driver:
10.) 2008-2011 Ford Focus- $9,000-$14,000: The
2008-2011 Ford Focus features a cool exterior design with an even cooler
interior design, plenty of technology features, including the Microsoft SYNC
System and SIRIUS Satellite Radio, and is available in both Coupe and Sedan styles.
9.) 2002-2006 Nissan Altima- $4,500-$14,500: The
2002-2006 Nissan Altima is a safe midsized sedan for the new driver. Featuring
an optional Bose premium sound system, I4 or V6 power trains, automatic or
manual transmissions, and great reliability, the Altima certainly isn’t your
standard midsized sedan.
8.) 1996-2000 Honda Civic: $2,500-$6,000: The
1996-2000 Honda Civic is an economical and reliable vehicle for the new driver.
With great reliability, great fuel economy, and a comfortable ride, there’s no
reason to wonder why the Civic is popular with new drivers everywhere.
7.) 1997-2001 Jeep Cherokee: $2,500-$6,000: The
1997-2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ is one nice machine. With excellent reliability from
its I4 or I6 power trains, excellent customizability options, and two or four-door
styles available in both two and four-wheel-drive, the Cherokee XJ is
definitely an awesome vehicle that is fun-to-drive for the new driver.
6.) 2006.5-2010 Hyundai Sonata: $9,500-$14,500: The
2006.5-2010 Hyundai Sonata is a great car for a new driver. With either I4 or
V6 power, a ten-year, 100,000-mile power train limited warranty, automatic (or
manual) transmission choices, and three models to choose from, the Sonata is a
reliable and economical midsized sedan for the new driver.
5.) 2001-2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser: $3,500-$15,500:
The 2001-2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is a retro-inspired five-door wagon or
two-door convertible that is sure to please the new driver. Reliable,
fun-to-drive, and sure to get looks everywhere you take it, the PT Cruiser will
be an economical and fun-to-drive car for the new driver.
6.) 2002-2006 Toyota Camry: $4,500-$12,500: The 2002-2006
Toyota Camry is a great vehicle for the new driver. After twenty years, 80% of
Toyota Camry cars sold is still on the road today, which shows the Camry’s
reliability. Plus, with I4 or V6 power, cloth or leather seating surfaces, and
plenty of room, your college-aged kid will enjoy this car a lot.
5.) 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler/Unlimited:
$3,500-$14,500: The 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler/Unlimited is the vehicle of choice
for the new driver. Featuring I4 or I6 power, two wheelbase lengths, automatic
or manual transmission choices, soft or hard tops, four-wheel-drive, and plenty
of customizability options, the Jeep Wrangler and Unlimited are great vehicles,
not to mention fun-to-drive vehicles, for the new driver.
4.) 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee: $2,500-$7,000:
The 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee ZJ is safe, has plenty of room, offers
reliable I6 or V8 engines, and rear or four-wheel-drive. Your college-aged kid
will love to drive this Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) to college.
3.) 1998-2010 Volkswagen New Beetle: $3,500-$17,000:
Ah, the 1998-2010 Volkswagen New Beetle. Available with turbocharged diesel,
regular gasoline, or turbocharged gasoline engines, coupe or convertible styles,
and a blast to drive, the New Beetle is one of the best vehicles for the new
driver, not to mention fun-to-drive.
2.) 2001-2003 Toyota Prius Hybrid: $4,500-$7,500: If
you’re able to locate one of this generation, the 2001-2003 Toyota Prius Hybrid
is a great vehicle for new drivers with the claim to fame being fuel economy,
thanks to a gasoline-electric hybrid power train and an automatic transmission.
Your college-aged kid will love driving this economically-friendly vehicle.
1.) 2001-2006 Dodge Stratus: $3,500-$12,500: The
2001-2006 Dodge Stratus came in coupe and sedan body styles, which mean the new
driver, will be able to locate the perfect Stratus for them. With I4 or V6
power (we recommend the V6 engine) and an automatic transmission, the Dodge
Stratus (the coupe was based off the 2001-2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse Coupes), the
Stratus is a reliable and spacious car for the college-aged kid to drive.
-Vincent D. for Vincent’s Auto Reviews
Saturday, October 5, 2013
TRUCK REVIEW: 2001 FORD F-550 SUPER DUTY XL
TRUCK
REVIEW: 2001 FORD F-550 SUPER DUTY XL:
Introduction:
When you think of trucks, one manufacturer comes to mind: Ford, and that’s
exactly what we’re going to be talking about today. Ford introduced its new
body style of commercial truck in 1998 as a 1999 MY (Model Year) vehicle: the
then-all-new 1999 Ford F-Series Super Duty Trucks. The basic design of the
Super Duty lasted up until 2004, while the truck received a minor restyling in
2005, and this design lasted up until 2007. In 2008, the truck received a full
redesign, which was all-new inside and out. Let’s take a look at the 2001 Ford
F-550 Super Duty XL Super Crew Cab.
Exterior:
From the moment you first take a look at the F-550 Super Duty, you can
definitely tell it means business and doesn’t play games. From its large, “egg-crate”
front grille, to its dual rear wheels, the F-550 Super Duty is definitely a “no-nonsense”
truck. In XL trim, the truck being reviewed sports a black-painted front grille,
chrome front bumper, and steel wheels that measure 19.5 inches in diameter.
These wheels ride on size 225/70R19.5 all-season Black Sidewall (BSW) tires.
Chrome 19.5-inch wheel skins that cover the steel wheels are available, though
you can upgrade to 19.5-inch chrome-clad steel wheels if you desire them. The
1999-2004 F-550 Super Duty comes in three basic trim levels: XL, XLT, and
Lariat. Add the XL Décor Group to the base XL and you get a chrome-finished
front grille with black insert, and a full chrome front bumper. The F-550 Super
Duty comes in wheelbases ranging from 148-201 inches, depending on which cab
configuration and model you choose. The reviewed F-550 Super Duty was a Super
Crew Cab with a 179-inch wheelbase. Regular Cab, Super Cab, and Super Crew Cab
models are all available. Though the reviewed F-550 Super Duty has a flatbed
installed onto it, the possibilities are endless when it comes to up-fitting a
custom body onto it (the truck comes with a steel frame that is ready to have a
body up-fitted onto it).
Interior:
When you step into the cab of the F-550 Super Duty, you’ll find it very
utilitarian, with some convenience features that are either standard equipment
or can be added onto the truck for an additional cost. Heavy-duty vinyl,
regular vinyl, cloth, or leather seating surfaces are available in captain’s
chairs or bench seats, depending on how you wish to have your truck configured.
Heated front captain’s chairs are an option on the Lariat model. The A/M-F/M
stereo is standard, though a cassette player, single-disc CD player, cassette
and single-disc CD players, or a six-disc in-dash CD changer can be added for
an additional cost. Either two or four-speaker sound systems are available,
though only two speakers are available with the standard A/M-F/M stereo. All
other stereos include four speakers. The standard two-speaker sound system in
the reviewed model was of good quality, though the XL front doors do not have
as much padding in them as the XLT and Lariat models do, so sound quality isn’t
as good in the XL. Air conditioning is optional, and has a single-zone, manual
control. The dials for the climate control are easy to reach and easy to grip,
allowing for quick adjustment while on the road. The front bench seat adjusts,
though only fore and aft, and the whole seat must be adjusted. Though the truck
tested had roll-up, manual windows and manual door locks, a Power Package with two
keyless entry remotes, power windows with one-touch front driver’s auto-down
window, and power door locks with rear child door locks is available. Rear seat
leg room in the Super Crew Cab models is adequate, and everyone can ride
comfortably from job to job. The truck will seat anywhere from two to six
passengers (the model tested sits six passengers with two bench seats),
depending on the cab and seat configurations. The interior is consisted mostly of
soft-touch vinyl surfaces, though the XLT and Lariat models feature either black
lacquer interior trim or dark-finished faux wood interior trim adorning the
dashboard and front and rear doors, respectively. The manual gauges are easy to
read, especially at night (later upgraded with a digital odometer readout), and
the dash lights are easy to see at night. The overhead storage console with
trip computer as well as a front center flip-up console is both available
options on the truck, though the truck tested didn’t feature these options.
Engine, Transmission,
Payload, and Handling: The F-550 Super Duty came with two engine options: a
6.8-liter, 310 horsepower and 425 lb. ft. of torque Triton V10 or a 7.3-liter,
250-275 horsepower and 450-570 lb. ft. of torque Power Stroke Turbocharged
Diesel V8 built by International (the T444E). A 6.0-liter, 325 horsepower and
570 lb. ft. of torque Power Stroke Turbocharged Diesel V8 built by Ford
replaced the International engine in 2003, though the 7.3-liter engines are
proven to be more reliable than the 6.0-liter engines. All engines can be mated
to either a four-speed, shift-on-the-column automatic transmission, or a five-speed,
floor-shift manual transmission (the tested truck had the automatic
transmission option). Two or four-wheel-drive is available (the tested truck
had the two-wheel-drive option). The F-550 Super Duty has a Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) of up to 19,500 pounds, and can carry a heavy weight with
deluxe springs and shock absorbers in the front and rear. Ride quality is truck
like, as is expected of a truck like the F-550 Super Duty, though it is
smoother when the truck is loaded with equipment. Fuel economy is not rated by
the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for trucks of this class, though this
truck equipped with the 7.3-liter Power Stroke Turbocharged Diesel V8 got good
fuel economy. Engine reliability, especially with the Power Stroke Turbo Diesel
V8 engines, is excellent, and trucks like this will last well over 400,000
miles.
Summary: To sum up, if you’re looking for a work truck
that will take a beating and keep on trucking (ha-ha!), look no further than
the Ford F-Series Super Duty, specifically the F-550 Super Duty.
-Vincent D. for Vincent’s
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