2003 Ford F-350

Pickup truck

8 - Cyl.

Automatic

1FMFU18L1VLB98057

Diesel

2003 Ford F-350 4x4 Regular Cab With Crysteel Dump Body, Meyer 9-ft Snowplow & Tailgate Spreader VIN: 1FMFU18L1VLB98057 Standard Equipment Oxford White Clearcoat Exterior Medium Flint Gray Vinyl Interior 6.0L V-8 Diesel Engine 5-speed Automatic Transmission Exterior Features · Sealed Halogen Headlamps · Roof Clearance Lights · Trailer Tow Type Manual Mirrors · Tow Hooks · LT235/85R163 All-Season Tires with Steel Wheels · 40-Gallon Fuel Tank Interior Features · Heavy Duty Vinyl Full Bench Seat · Black Vinyl Floor Covering · Auxiliary Power Point · Dome Lamp/Dual Cup Holders · AM/FM Stereo with Clock & 2 Speakers · Fixed Interval Wipers Functional Features · Power Steering · Leaf Spring Suspension with Stabilizer Bar Safety/Security Features · Driver & Passenger Airbags · 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System Optional Equipment Included · 4.10 Limited Slip Axle · 12,500 GVWR Package · Electronic Shift on the Fly 4WD · Engine Block Heater · Speed Control · Tilt Steerping Wheel · Trailer Towing Package · CFC-Free Air Conditioning · Snow Plow Package · Central Hydraulics · Meyer Tailgate Spreader with Spinner Light · “Knappak” Toolbox · Strobe Light · Meyer 9-ft Snow Plow · Stainless Tubular Cab Steps This vehicle was purchased used by the City of Champaign and used by the Public Works Department as a work truck and for snow & ice removal operations. The vehicle currently has 79,664 miles, was removed from service in November 2011 as part of our normal vehicle rotation cycle. The vehicle appears to drive well with no apparent issues present. The tires have approximately 30 – 40% tread remaining. The plow, dump bed, & salt spreader function with no apparent issues present. The exterior is in fair condition. The plow & dump bed are worn with surface rust present due to daily working conditions. The driver’s side front fender has a few areas that have some small scratches & dings. The driver’s door has 3 door dings visible & scratches on the edge of the door. There are a couple of minor dings in the driver’s side b-pillar. There are multiple dings, nicks, & scratches on the saddle box surface & doors. The passenger side door has multiple dings, nicks & scratches present. The roof has the base of the antenna present. The interior is in good condition. There is a tear in the driver’s side corner of the bench seat. The reflector is missing from the driver’s door. There are multiple grease marks/stains visible on the headliner. This vehicle was serviced on a 90-day preventive maintenance cycle. It was last serviced in July 2011 with no oil change being performed. Repairs to this vehicle include the following items. In Aug 2011, at 78,808 miles, a fuse was replaced due to the instrument panel not functioning. In May 2011, at 77,786 miles, the alternator was replaced. In Apr 2011, at 77,261 miles, the front stabilizer shock was replaced. In Feb 2011, at 76,350 miles, the transmission was replaced. Also in Feb 2011, the tailgate spreader auger control knob was replaced. In Dec 2010, at 75,174 miles, the ground wire to the spinner light was repaired. Also in Dec 2010, at 74,874 miles, wiring for a marker light was repaired. In early Dec 2010, a hydraulic fitting on the plow angle cylinder was replaced. In Oct 2010, at 73,520 miles, the plow support was repaired and a sensor was replaced. Also in Oct 2010, the air restriction gauge was replaced. In Aug 2010, at 72,746 miles, the hydraulic tank was replaced. Also in Aug 2010, at 72,301 miles, the hydraulic pump clutch was replaced. In July 2010, at 72,138 miles, a hydraulic leak in the old tank was repaired. In May 2010, at 70,983 miles, a tail light bulb was replaced. In Apr 2010, at 70,550 miles, the left front spring was replaced. Also in Apr 2010, at 70,434 miles, the right rear inner tire was replaced. In early Apr 2010, at 70,311 miles, a tail light bulb was replaced. In Jan 2010, at 68,308 miles, the plow had new lower pivots fabricated & installed. In Dec 2009, at 67,485 miles, the spinner light bulb was replaced. In Oct 2009, at 66,220 miles, the plow frame was repaired &hydraulic couplers were replaced. In July 2009, at 64,454 miles, the turn signal flasher was replaced. In May 2009, at 62,469 miles, the air conditioner was recharged. Also in May 2009, at 62,034 miles, the left rear tires were replaced. In Apr 2009 at 61,907 miles, the backup alarm was replaced. Also in Apr 2009, at 61,179, a fuel leak was repaired and the front brake pads were replaced. In Jan 2009, at 59,289 miles, the spreader auger hydraulic motor and idler belt bearing were replaced. Also in Jan 2009, at 59,084 miles, the brake pads & caliper slide kits were replaced. In Dec 2008, at 58,447 miles, the plow lights & plow blade were replaced. Also in Dec 2008, at 58,042 miles, the fan clutch was replaced. In Oct 2008, at 56,710 miles, the hydraulic fittings at the rear of the truck & the plow cables were replaced. In Aug 2008, at 54,910 miles, the air conditioner was recharged. In July 2008, at 54,864 miles, the trailer socket was replaced. In June 2008, at 53,946 miles, a hydraulic line was leaking & repaired. Also in June 2008, at 53,932 miles, both batteries, the #2 fuel injector and the dipstick were replaced. In Apr 2008, at 51,669 miles, the right rear turn signal wiring was repaired. In Mar 2008, at 50,667 miles, the shift tube was repaired. In Feb 2008, at 50,153 miles, the toggle switch for the spinner light was replaced. In Jan 2008, at 49,547 miles, a hydraulic leak at the plow angle cylinders was repaired. In Dec 2007, at 48,045 miles, the spinner motor was replaced. In Nov 2007, at 47,836 miles, the spinner & auger hydraulic couplers were repaired. Also the plow light connectors were replaced & the top light wiring repaired. Also in Nov 2007, at 47,834 miles, the truck had warranty repairs completed at the local Ford dealer. In Oct 2007,a t 47,298 miles, the rear tire was repaired. In Aug 2007, at 45,614 miles, the spreader hydraulic fittings were replaced. In July 2007, at 44,791 miles, the rear brake pads were replaced. In July 2007, at 44,645 miles, the truck was repaired at the local Ford dealer for running problems. In Apr 2007, at 42,321 miles, the radiator was repaired. Also in Apr 2007, at 42,318 miles, the radiator fan & front brake pads were replaced. In early Apr 2007, at 42,239 miles, the front tires were replaced. In Feb 2007, at 40,580 miles, the right rear outside tire was repaired. In Feb 2007, at 40,300 miles, the wiper blades were replaced. In Jan 2007, at 40,079 miles, the spinner light was repaired. In Oct 2006, at 37,717 miles, the rearmost U-joint & a hydraulic coupler at the rear of the vehicle were replaced. Also in Oct 2006, at 37,183 miles, both batteries were replaced. In Aug 2006, at 36,099 miles, the left rear inside tire was repaired. Also in Aug 2006, at 35,745 miles, the right brake light was replaced. In early Aug 2006, at 35,415 miles, the turn signal flasher was replaced. In July 2006,a t 35,256 miles, the upper & lower ball joints were replaced. In Apr 2006, at 32,368 miles, the truck was repaired at the local Ford dealer under warranty due to a coolant leak coming from the top rear of the engine. In Mar 2006, at 31,090 miles, the hydraulic fittings on the spinner were replaced. In Feb 2006, at 30,553 miles, the pinion seal was replaced. Also in Feb 2006, at 30,265 miles, the lighting control module for the left side plow lights was replaced. In Jan 2006, at 29,942 miles, broken wires to the top light were repaired and a broken hydraulic gauge was replaced. In Dec 2005, at 28,990 miles, the top light fuse was replaced with a circuit breaker. Also in Dec 2005, at 28,778 miles, a fuse for the strobe lights was replaced. In Nov 2005, at 27,775 miles, the hydraulic hose, fittings, & coupler for the auger motor was replaced. Also, the right side rear marker light was replaced. In July 2005, at 25,340 miles, the serpentine belt, idler pulley, & hydraulic coupler were replaced. Also in July 2005, at 24,810 miles, the rear brake pads were replaced. In June 2005,a t 23,640 miles, a rear air suspension kit was installed. In Apr 2005,a t 22,003 miles, the plow & spinner hydraulic fittings/couplers were replaced. In Mar 2005, at 21,656 miles, the front tires & front brake pads were replaced. Also, the left rear inner tire & wheel studs were repaired. In Jan 2005, at 20,079 miles, the hydraulic fittings on the plow lift cylinder were replaced. In Jan 2005, at 19,997 miles, the idler pulley for the hydraulic pump, belt, & tensioner were replaced. In Jan 2005, at 19,709 miles, the thermostat & gasket were replaced. In Jan 2050, at 19,479 miles, the trailer plug was replaced with an RV style trailer plug. In Sep 2004, at 15,810 miles, the wiring for the top light was repaired. In Aug 2004, at 15,509 miles, the truck had multiple factory recalls repaired at the local Ford dealer. Also in Aug 2004, at 15,350 miles, the left rear outer tire was replaced. In June 2004, at 12,984 miles, the belt for the hydraulic pump was replaced. In Apr 2004, at 10,997 miles, a fuse for the dump bed marker lights was replaced. In Feb 2004, at 9,419 miles, the spinner had cracks repaired. In Feb 2004, at 8,843 miles, the wiring for the top light was repaired. In Jan 2004, at 7,877 miles, two marker lights on the rear of the dump bed were replaced. In Nov 2003, at 5,716 miles, the front mud flaps were installed. In Sep 2003, at 3,887 miles, the turbo hose clamp & engine decal were replaced. Also in Sep 2003, at 3,884 miles, the vehicle was repaired at the local Ford dealer for transmission problems. In Jan 2003, at 500 miles, the truck was repaired at the local Ford dealer for transmission problems. This vehicle can be viewed between the hours of 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding national holidays, at the City of Champaign Public Works Department, 702 Edgebrook Drive, Champaign, Illinois. The vehicle must be picked up between the hours of 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday at the same location. The City of Champaign is required to sell all vehicles through an auction process. We cannot accept “Buy It Now” offers or trades. High bidder is responsible for picking up the vehicle from Champaign, Illinois. High bidder is responsible for all shipping and transportation costs. Winning bidder confirm winning the auction by sending a Non Refundable $500 Money Order or Cashier’s Check within (3) days to serve as a deposit. High bidder is to take delivery of this vehicle within (30) days. Remainder of balance is due before we will release the vehicle and/or any paperwork. Cashier’s check or money order only. We do not offer financing or accept credit card payments. This vehicle is being sold as is, where is with no warranty, expressed written or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account for any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgment solely. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle at the buyer’s request prior to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle.