2003 Ford F-250

LARIAT FX4 4X4 4WD POWERSTROKE DIESEL SWB LOADED Crew Cab Pickup

Diesel 8 Cylinder Engine 6.0L/366

Automatic

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Diesel

2003 Ford Super Duty Review By New Car Test Drive January 14, 2003 Ford Super Duty trucks out-sell the heavy-duty pickups from Chevrolet and Dodge combined. Ford has improved them for 2003. A new 6.0-liter diesel engine brings more power and reduced emissions to the Super Duty line. The standard 5.4-liter V8 gas engine has been revised for quieter and more refined operation. The base interior is nicer, and a power sliding moon roof is available for Crew Cabs. Those changes, plus new option packages make the 2003 F-350 and F-250 models more people-friendly. Still, these trucks aren’t designed to be family-sedan substitutes that make an occasional run to Home Depot. Ford’s full-size but lighter-duty F-150 is more than enough truck for that job. The Super Duty pickups look like serious big rigs, and they are. Ford Super Duty trucks don’t offer the chassis sophistication of the newer designs from GM and Dodge, but their new and revised powertrains are first-class. Model Lineup Like most domestic pickups, the Ford Super Duty is offered in more configurations than any normal human can count. Ford offers 28 variations on the F-250 (3/4-ton), and 50 more on the F-350 (one-ton). Any one of them can pull anything from a horse trailer to an Airstream camper. They are all the truck most consumers will ever need. (If not, Ford builds bigger F-450, F-550, F-650, and F-750 trucks for the commercial market.) F-250 and F-350 are available in regular-cab, extended-cab (SuperCab) and Crew Cab configurations. Crew Cab versions come with four full-sized doors, and are the most passenger-friendly models. Both two- and four-wheel drive are available as well. Four-wheel-drive models offer either manual-locking or shift-on-the-fly auto-locking hubs. Short-bed (6 3/4 feet) and long-bed (8 feet) versions are available. Wheelbase lengths include 137 inches (regular cab), 142 inches (SuperCab short-bed), 158 inches (SuperCab long-bed), 156 inches (Crew Cab short-bed) and 172 inches (Crew Cab long-bed). Four-wheel-disc brakes and ABS come standard on all Super Duty models. All Ford F-250 models come with single rear wheels. F-350 models are available with single rear wheels (SRW) or dual rear wheels (DRW). The latter, often called “duallies,” are good for towing as they offer higher tongue-weight ratings. Ford Super Duty F-250 competes with the other heavyweights from Detroit: Dodge Ram 2500, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, and GMC Sierra 2500. F-350 dual rear wheel trucks compete with the 3500-series models from GM and Dodge. With the ability to tow up to 12,500 pounds (with the optional Class IV trailer package), the Super Duty F-250 offers the best towing capacity in its class. Three trim levels are offered: standard XL, mid-level XLT, and luxurious Lariat. XL models are pretty basic, with only a two-speaker stereo and fixed-interval wipers. Air conditioning ($805) is optional. XLT models are equipped more like a mid-range passenger car, while luxurious Lariats come with an overhead console, leather seats with six-way power, and aluminum wheels. Base prices range from $21,120 for a two-wheel drive XL regular cab up to $36,250 for a long-wheelbase, four-wheel-drive Lariat Crew Cab with dual rear wheels. New for 2003 is the FX4 Off-Road Package ($225), which adds skid plates, Rancho shock absorbers, a steering damper and FX4 decals. The skid plates ($100) are also available as a stand-alone option. XLT Sport Package ($895) is offered on 2003 Crew Cabs as well as SuperCabs. The package includes chromed tubular step bars, an exclusive twill cloth 40/20/40 split-bench front seat, body-color exterior accents, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, rear sliding window, fog lamps and privacy glass. Options for this package include a reverse proximity sensor ($245), a great feature on these big trucks, and a power driver’s seat ($290). Exterior color choices have been expanded from just one, black, to include white, gray, blue, and red. Walkaround Ford Super Duty pickups are arguably the best-looking heavy duty pickups available. The new heavy-duty Rams are more stylish, while the GM trucks are too conservatively styled. The Fords have a brawny, no-nonsense look that is appealing. Unlike Ford F-150 pickups, the F-250 Super Duty looks like a big rig. While 2003 F-150s have rounded edges, the Super Duty trucks look bluff-nosed and serious. Their menacing, square-jawed front ends, brawny raised hoods and aggressive headlamps announce significant engineering differences between a garden-variety F-150 and a Super Duty. Super Duty trucks ride on an entirely different platform from F-150 models. Super Duty’s dropped beltline gives it a sense of openness and accessibility. It also makes it easier to climb in, a welcome feature when juggling tools, briefcases, or even toddlers. A distinctive dip along the front door side glass improves the driver’s view of the exterior mirrors, a big help when towing a trailer or for seeing around cargo boxes or dump truck bodies. A locking tailgate is standard. New telescoping trailer mirrors are available for 2003; they feature power adjustments, heated glass and integral turn signal repeaters, and telescope manually. Interior Features Ford Super Duty trucks are very roomy, with comfortable and spacious seats and plenty of hip and shoulder room. Truck owners spend a lot of time in their vehicles, so the designers at Ford paid a lot of attention to comfort and convenience. The interior features a fold-down armrest, a floor console that can accommodate a laptop, and a removable hanging storage bin that can attach to the dash. Controls are big and easy to reach and manipulate. The only exception is the instrument panel dimmer, which is a bit hard to reach. Two large cupholders are provided. The standard cigar lighter is augmented with a second auxiliary power outlet. The instrument cluster includes a transmission temperature gauge when an automatic transmission is ordered. XL models have been upgraded for 2003 with higher-quality cloth and vinyl on the standard bench seat, and a bucket seat option ($390). Inboard armrests and a driver-side grab handle are standard on all 2003 models. Passenger-side airbags offer a deactivation switch on regular cab and SuperCab models. Adjustable seatbelt anchors increase safety and comfort. SuperCab’s four doors are a great way to gain access to the rear seat. The rear seat cushion folds up and forward and the seatback folds down to create a flat, steel loading surface, a perfect place to put tools and other heavy items that need to stay secure and out of the elements. SuperCab XL buyers who need out-of-the-weather cargo space more than seating capacity can delete the seat entirely for a $415 credit. The rear doors are 25 inches wide. They hinge on the rear pillars of the cab and swing out a full 90 degrees from the doorsill, a design that eases the loading of gear and passengers. Hidden vertical beams and a cross brace where the front and rear doors meet contribute to occupant safety. Driving Impressions Ford Super Duty’s standard 5.4-liter V8 is rated 260 horsepower and 350 foot-pounds of torque. The 6.8-liter V10 is rated 310 hp and 425 lbs.-ft. of torque. Both Triton engines employ overhead cams for valve control. Sophisticated computer analysis has given the 5.4-liter V8 a stiffer engine block for 2003, reducing radiated noise by as much as 3.1 decibels. A new 6.0-liter diesel engine is available for 2003 models that’s cleaner, more efficient, and more powerful than the outgoing 7.3-liter diesel. Though smaller in displacement, the new 6.0-liter turbo-diesel V8 is rated 550 lbs.-ft. of torque at 2000 rpm. The outgoing 7.3-liter Power Stroke turbo-diesel, available on early 2003 models, offered 525 lbs.-ft. at just 1600 rpm. The 6.0-liter engine produces 325 hp at 3300 rpm, compared with the 7.3-liter’s 275 hp at 2800. A six-speed manual transmission is standard on all Ford Super Duty models. The new 6.0-liter diesel offers an all-new five-speed automatic as an option, which is a sweet combination. The gasoline engines and the 7.3-liter diesel can be ordered with a four-speed automatic transmission ($1095). The F-250 feels smaller than it is, almost like a big luxury car. It doesn’t seem to fill rural roads as much as the Dodge trucks do. Steering is precise. Handling is good, though not as good as the newer designs from Dodge and GM. Body roll is noticeably limited when cornering. Ride quality is okay for a heavy-duty truck, thanks to a compliant suspension, but it’s not nearly as smooth as the newer Dodge and GM trucks. Four-wheel antilock disc brakes, which are standard, provide excellent driver feedback and smooth, undramatic stops. Summary Ford Super Duty trucks look good. Their real beauty lies in their capabilities, however. New and revised powertrains make Ford’s heavy-duty pickups more capable and, therefore, more attractive. The new 6.0-liter turbo-diesel is drawing rave reviews and is available with a new five-speed automatic. Contact us now at 601-376-9869 for more details! Contact us for more details: 601-866-1081Call Dealer Photos Vehicle Equipment Factory Options ENGINE BLOCK HEATER 3.73 AXLE RATIO W/LIMITED SLIP REAR AXLE 6.0L (364) DI V8 TURBO-DIESEL "POWER STROKE" ENGINE HD 5-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD ADJUSTABLE GAS & BRAKE PEDALS CLASS V TRAILER HITCH RECEIVER ELECTRIC SHIFT-ON-THE-FLY TRANSFER CASE FX4 OFF-ROAD PKG HEAVY SERVICE SUSPENSION PKG MANUAL TELESCOPING TRAILER TOW MIRRORS W/PWR GLASS ROOF CLEARANCE LIGHTS SKID PLATE PKG STANDARD EMISSIONS LEATHER FRONT 40/20/40 SPLIT BENCH SEAT LARIAT SERIES ORDER CODE SOUTHWEST, DENVER, NORTHWEST, CALIFORNIA, MEMPHIS & ATLANTA REGIONS Exterior Features Argent grille w/chrome surroundBlack box-rail/tailgate top-edge moldingsBlack door handlesBlack fold-away pwr mirrorsChrome front bumper w/lower center trimChrome rear step bumperColor-keyed body-side moldingsFog lampsFront/rear license plate bracketInterval wipersMolded black cab stepsPickup box/cargo lightRear door/rear window privacy glassRemovable locking tailgate w/black handleSingle beam jewel effect headlampsSliding rear windowSolar tinted windshield/front door glassValance air dam Interior Features (4) air registers w/positive shut-off11.5" day/night mirror6-way pwr driver & front passenger seatsAccessory delayAdvanced security group-inc: auto lamp, auto lock, remote keyless entryAir conditioningAuxiliary pwr pointBack panel storage provisions-inc: storage traysBelt Minder seatbelt-not-buckled chime & flashing warning lightColor-keyed carpet full-floor coveringColor-keyed door trim panel-inc: soft armrest, grab handle, reflector, woodgrain upper applique, upper & lower map pocketsColor-keyed instrument panel w/dual cupholders/glove box/ashtray/cigar lighterColor-keyed leather-wrapped steering wheelColor-keyed molded cloth headlinerColor-keyed scuff platesDriver & passenger grab handlesDriver manual lumbar supportDual color-keyed cloth sunvisors-inc: driver-side map strap, dual covered lighted mirrorsDual color-keyed coat hooksDual dome lamps w/time delay offForward-folding vinyl rear flight bench seat w/armrest cupholdersFront passenger-side roof ride handleFront/rear color-keyed carpeted floor matsGrey fabric back panel coverInside hood releaseInstrumentation-inc: tachometer, trip odometer, voltmeter, oil pressure/ coolant temp/fuel gauges, indicator lightsOverhead console-inc: trip computer w/compass, DTE, outside temp, garage door opener, sunglass bin, map lightsPremium electronic AM/FM stereo radio w/cassette, single CD player-inc: digital clock, premium sound w/amplifier, (4) speakersPremium leather 40/20/40 split front bench seat-inc: center armrest, cupholders, storage, outboard headrestsPwr door locks w/backlit switchesPwr windows w/driver one-touch-down/backlit switchesRear seat LH/RH grab handlesRear seating roof ride handlesSpeed controlTilt steering columnUnderhood service light Mechanical Features (2) front tow hooks156" WB2-speed transfer case3.73 axle ratio6-3/4' pickup box w/tie-down hooks & partitionable/stackable storageFour wheel driveFront stabilizer barFull-size spare tire w/argent steel wheel, lock, underframe crank carrierHD gas shock absorbersManual locking front hubsMono-beam front axlePwr 4-wheel disc brakes w/4-wheel anti-lock braking systemPwr steeringTrailer tow pkg-inc: 7/4 pin combination connector, trailer brake wiring kit, trailer tow guide Safety Features 4-wheel anti-lock braking systemColor-keyed safety belts w/front seat adjustable D-ringsDriver & front passenger airbagsDual-note hornFront/rear child seat tethers (on all seats) Vehicle Warranty AS IS - NO WARRANTY This vehicle is being sold as-is, where-is with no warranty; expressed, written or implied. 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We provide 24+ high resolution pictures & we inspect and photo what you see and what you can't see. We'll also be glad to email you detailed, closeup pictures of any area you'd like to see more of. People ask us all the time what is the catch to our vehicles. They assume that the prices are low because there is something wrong with them. Nothing could be further from the truth! Our secret is simple...LOW OVERHEAD. We are an internet-only dealer. We do not maintain regular office hours or a large sales facility. We simply have a Mississippi bonded dealer's license, a storage lot, and a computer. Since we don't have dozens of mechanics, helpers, salesmen, secretaries, etc. on our payroll; we are able to sell at greatly reduced prices. You will notice that we sometimes go with private auctions. Our reasons are twofold...the latest scam is to send bogus 2nd chance offers to customers from a fake email address in an attempt to scam them out of money. With a private auction the scammers won't know who our bidders are so if you get a 2nd chance offer from us you will know that it is the real deal! In addition, we set our reserves to sell which upsets other sellers! In fact, sometimes we set our reserve $1,000 or more below what our cost is. This leads other sellers to email our customers and knock our product! We will provide the winning bidder, upon request, with a complete bid history including the usernames & bid amounts of all other bidders. All new or low feedback (under 5 positives) bidders must first email us for no other reason than just to make contact. This way we know we have serious bidders! If you don't make contact we will cancel your bid and black you out from future bidding. We do this to avoid the de@dbe@t bidders, so please respect our policy. If you have a rating of 5 or better you don't have to email us. In the meantime, sit back and enjoy our site and add us to your favorites, because you just never know when your dream vehicle will pop up!!! We've put this vehicle through our EXTENSIVE inspection process & can report it has a great ride & drive! We do our best to let you know of any/all issues we can find on these vehicles since you're buying sight-unseen. WATCH THE VIDEO. If you have any specific questions then don't hesitate to call us email us. Please understand we do our best to describe, in detail, every vehicle we offer to the Ebay public. However, if you have any hesitation during the bidding period, please obtain a Buyer's Inspection PRIOR TO PLACING YOUR BID to satisfy yourself. After the auction ends, understand you are the legal winning bidder of this auction and agree to all our Terms and Conditions. e sure and take a look at the book values on this vehicle (or any other we have for sale) before you bid. We stopped offering a built-in BuyIt Now option due to ebay's policy of letting anyone with an email address register a username. We had half a dozen de@dbe@t bidders in a row hit the BIN with no intention of paying. We do have a BuyIt Now price so give us a call if you're interested. Make sure you call us for more information on this vehicle. As always though, our reserve is THOUSANDS less than NADA value so bid early & bid often so you don't miss out! Don't be outbid at the last minute! With the eBay proxy bidding system all you have to do is enter the maximum amount you're willing to pay when you get ready to bid. Ebay will then automatically bid against other people for you up to that amount to help make sure you don't miss out. This saves you from getting sniped in the last few seconds of an auction by someone with a computer program. Don't try and bid in small increments at the last minute...go ahead & bid the full amount you're willing to pay then let eBay do the hard work! This vehicle is for sale locally so we must reserve the right to end the auction early due to local sale. However, once the reserve is met then we will let the auction run its course & sell to the high bidder. Now for the rest of the fine print... Terms of Sale Winning bidder MUST contact us within 24 hours of auction end and make arrangements for payment at that time. Balance due within 5 days of auction end. This is due to the large number of de@dbeat bidders out there. If no contact is made within 24 hours we reserve the right to re-list the vehicle, sell it to the next high bidder, or otherwise dispose of it. PLEASE arrange your own financing prior to bidding. De@dbeat bidders WILL receive negative feedback & be reported to ebay. Payment Must Be Made VIA Cashier's Check, Bank-to-Bank Wire Transfer, or Cash (in person). We must be able to verify funds prior to vehicle delivery. Generally we have almost all titles on hand. However, we sometimes buy vehicles that are dealer trade-ins where there is a payoff involved so the title may be delayed. Feel free to contact us if you need to verify we have the title on hand for a particular vehicle. All Titles Are Held For Up To 14 Working Days For Funds To Clear, Then Will Be Sent via Priority Mail. On Average, Titles Go Out Within a Few Days, But Occasionally There May Be Delays Beyond Our Control. We Cannot Accept Paypal, Credit Card or Escrow Payments. We're happy to help ARRANGE shipping however ultimately it is the buyer's responsibility to pick up or ship the vehicle. Let us know your zip code for a ballpark quote on shipping. Odds are you can save as much as half off the average online shipping quote depending on how much of a hurry you are in to receive your new vehicle. We can do this because most online shippers are not really shippers. They're really brokers who charge you hundreds of dollars to post your shipment on a site that all the drivers use to book loads. This site is not open to the public and charges a ridiculous monthly fee to be a member. We're now set up with them so we can offer you wholesale shipping charges without any markups or fees. We offer it solely as a service to our customers. However, even if you don't buy from us, we can still offer you this service for a small fee. If you leave near Dallas, Atlanta, or pretty much anywhere in Florida then we can get you a really good deal on shipping to those areas. If you prefer to fly in & drive home we'll be glad to pick you up at Jackson Internation Airport ("JAN"), the local Greyhound station, or the Amtrak Depot. Our business hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday (CST). Please arrange your flight times accordingly. We are more than happy to provide free pickup during normal business hours. We no longer will deliver vehicles after-hours or on weekends. Occasionally things pop up like a blown fuse or a headlight going out and after hours a mechanic isn't there to fix it. We will store your vehicle up to 90 days free, however you must provide full coverage insurance & pay in full. We will not be responsible for damage or theft while in storage here. Our insurance policy will not allow it. If you are not sure about something, Please ASK. Do not assume anything not listed is included. We reserve the right to cancel bids for excessive negative feedback. We reserve the right to end the listing if the vehicle is no longer available for sale. Please make sure that the contact information (email address and phone number) in your ebay profile is up to date. If you're email bounces back on us then we will block you from further bids until you call us. Occasionally we may call to verify a bidder is legitimate. If we can't reach you then we reserve the right to cancel your bid. Please do not bid on this auction unless you are serious about owning this vehicle. We spend approximately $150 per listing. This is how we make our living. All non-paying high bidders will be reported to Ebay. We are not one of those sellers who is afraid to leave appropriate feedback where it is due even at the risk of receiving it ourselves in return(one of the major flaws in eBay's feedback system). By placing a bid on this vehicle that meets or exceeds the reserve, you agree that you are making a binding commitment to purchase this vehicle. Your bid constitutes your agreement that any disputes which may (hopefully not) arise will be adjudicated in Hinds County, Mississippi. PLEASE ONLY BID WHAT YOU ARE WILLING TO PAY. IF THE RESERVE IS NOT MET, WE MAY CONTACT THE HIGH BIDDER TO OFFER THE SECOND CHANCE OPTION. Fees and Taxes MS Residents Must Pay The 5% State Sales Tax on all motorized vehicles (7% on anything else such as campers, travel trailers, etc.) and a $100 Title/Doc Fee. All Other U.S. Buyers Will Pay Their Own State Taxes Themselves In Their Home State. All other bidders pay only a $99 Documentation Fee in addition to the winning bid. This covers our costs for a notary, Fedex charges, and other paperwork. Louisiana, Canadian and other foreign buyers must pay a $149 Documentation Fee to cover the extra Fedex and other expenses associated with doing international (and Cajun) paperwork. We do have Mississippi temporary tags available if you desire one for an additional $50. However, we've sent hundreds of cars, trucks, and RVs all over the country without them & nobody has ever had an issue driving home. If you want one, LET US KNOW IN ADVANCE. We do not keep them on hand.