2003 Ford F-150

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8 Cylinder

Automatic

2FTRF07323CA46884

Clear

Factory Supercharged

Gasoline

Power Windows

This is an extra clean, low mileage, stock 2003 Lightning. Compared to earlier model year trucks there were many improvements made to the '03 Lightning (more detail below.) It runs great, the air conditioning blows cold, tires are in great shape (all 4 tires have over 50% treadwear remaining), the only custom part on the truck is a chrome grill treatment. All maintenance is up to date and the truck comes with the original owner's manual, maintenance guide, etc. You're welcome to come and see it if you live close to Southern California, or if you're farther away we can arrange to have a local Ford dealer do a pre-purchase inspection at your cost. Don't let this one get away - place your bid or buy it now! Here's the overview of the 2003 Lightning from the Ford Enthusiast site www.ford-trucks.com: 2003 SPECIAL VEHICLE TEAM SVT F-150 LIGHTNING OVERVIEW New for 2003 Redesigned 18- by 9.5-inch five-spoke cast aluminum wheels Upgraded and retuned steering Standard six-disc in-dash CD AM/FM stereo system Brushed aluminum finish on interior door handles Improved carpet material Exterior colors: Dark Shadow Gray and Sonic Blue Payload rating increases from 800 pounds to 1,400 pounds As the undisputed champion in the sport truck segment, the third-generation 2003 SVT F-150 Lightning carries on with upgrades that continue to up the ante. Setting the standard in acceleration, handling and attitude, the 2003 SVT F-150 Lightning hammers into its eighth year of production as the world's fastest factory-produced pickup. The SVT F-150 Lightning is produced in Oakville, Ontario, Canada. Design The 2003 SVT Lightning has several distinct exterior features that set it apart from the rest of the F-150 lineup. Crystalline headlamps, clear turn signal lenses and SVT-signature round fog lamps in the vehicle's unique front fascia project the Lightning's attitude to the unsuspecting. The face is complemented by unique clear tail lamp lenses and a light-emitting diode high-mounted stop light. Lower rocker extensions, side-exit exhaust and a unique 18- by 9.5-inch five-spoke wheel/tire package further distance the SVT Lightning from other F-150's. Inside, the Lightning has a 60/40-split bench front seat with improved side bolsters for better lateral support for spirited driving. Seating surfaces have Preferred Suede trim with textured Nudo Leather inserts with the SVT logo embroidered on the backrest. New for 2003 is the brushed aluminum finish on the interior door handles, a new steering wheel with perforated leather and unique air bag cover. A new plush high-pile carpet material increases wear resistance and improves sound insulation. Also new for 2003 is the six-disc in-dash AM/FM/CD stereo with improved equalization for better sound quality and convenient CD changes. New exterior color choices for 2003 include Dark Shadow Gray and Sonic Blue. Other colors available include Oxford White Clearcoat, Bright Red Clearcoat and Black Clearcoat. Powertrain A 5.4-liter SOHC Triton V-8 powers the 2003 SVT F-150 Lightning. The Triton V-8 is mated with an Eaton GEN IV supercharger that breathes through an intercooler, providing 380 horsepower at 4,750 rpm and 450 foot-pounds of torque at 3,250 rpm. Transferring the power to the wheels is a four-speed automatic transmission, strengthened with the same internals used behind Ford's PowerStroke diesel. Routed through an aluminum driveshaft for increased strength, power is then transformed into acceleration by a 9-inch traction-lock differential with a 3.73:1 gear ratio. Suspension, Brakes The 2003 SVT F-150 benefits from improved chassis tuning for outstanding handling. Bilstein gas-charged shocks are the damper of choice at all four corners for their excellent control and ride characteristics. Unique chassis tuning also lowers the Lightning 2 inches in the rear and 1.5 inches in the front to improve the handling and give a more aggressive appearance. The steering gear is re-valved for 2003 and has better on-center feel and reduced lash. There have also been some minor tweaks in the chassis tuning for 2003. The changes have increased the Lightning's cargo capacity from 800 pounds in 2002 to 1,400 pounds in 2003. The brakes have larger front rotors that measure 12 inches in diameter with 13-inch rear discs. A four-wheel anti-lock brake system is standard. The SVT Lightning also features unique brake pad material to assist in heat dissipation and improve wear characteristics. Safety and Security The 2003 SVT F-150 Lightning's inherently well-balanced chassis, responsive steering and powerful anti-lock brakes provide the first measure of defense in emergencies: controllability. There also are driver and passenger front air bags with an on/off switch for the passenger-side air bag, and BeltMinder, which chimes to remind the driver to buckle up. Providing a sense of security from dead batteries and theft, the Lightning also features SecuriLock, which requires the use of a coded key to start the vehicle and a battery saver feature that turns off lights and accessories if they are left on for more than 10 minutes. Thanks for looking, and good luck bidding! Feel free to ask any questions.