F-150 Old vs New | Which Generation Should You Buy? 

I’ll save y’all time get a 2011 and up f150

Even Scotty likes the Ford 150s

11th gen is my literal dream truck. I love how they look more than any other generation ever. Well except the 2019 F150, 13th gen? But I won't be able to afford one of those for 15 or 20 years

6.2l is actually sohc not a pushrod motor

Ford falling short of a Chevy interior?? Hahaha look at a limited interior and options and look at a 2020 Denali and tell me which is better. Newer gen chevy is junk and over priced

My 2014 f150 Xlt 4x4 has 296k miles on it

2005 Ford F-150 proud owner No problems whatsoever Bought it with 101000 miles and right now it is sitting at 209000 miles never had a single issue

Without doing any research I bought a 2012 F150 XLT 4 Door, 4 wheel drive. Immediately i noticed it was leaking antifreeze. I didn’t freak- it was a fairly simple ‘o’ ring replacement. Soon after, it began a string of minor issues- one right after another. I’m not a mechanic, never liked busting my knuckles and sliding under a vehicle, however, when the check engine light came on, I stepped my game up, and with a little goggle/RU-vid/ Ford Forum, I took matters into my own hands. Removing, cleaning, reinstalling the MAF sensor -which corrected the issue- was all I needed to realize I could skip the expensive shop fees. Since then I’ve replaced the serpentine belt, water pump and thermostat, rear door lock motor-I’ve replaced the plugs and tested the coil packs, and I change my own oil. She currently has 156K miles and runs like a champ with 33inch full mud tires, 3/2 leveling kit, and a Flowmaster44 exhaust with the restrictor box removed. She’s my daily, and my baby. Idk how a truck could get any more comfortable than this one, and I expect her to be around for a long time more. I don’t make her tow anything, and I’d never purposely put her in the trenches- but I know she would and could. Currently mid way on an exterior light build- and searching for an affordable fender flare option. The 2012 gets a lot of bad reviews and the issues are true- but if you’re a car guy, or are willing to learn, there’s no way you won’t love driving it.

I own since new a 2002 F150 XLT Super Cab 5.4 Triton 2 valve 4x4 with 4 speed auto 141,000 miles with 3.55 tow package and happy that I get 14 mpg. Paid $28,500 new Do I want to spend $45,000 to $60,000 on any new truck? Answer is no

I have a 2011 Ford F-150 with 5.0l and love the truck I’m gonna try to keep it with me for a while

2006 F-150 Lariat with 345,000 miles. Love this truck, but it is showing its age. Looking forward to getting a 2020 early next year.

I have a 2013 eco boost platinum and I love it Because the 12 gen feels like the last real trucks ford made without lacking all of the modern technology. The 13 gen is more focused towards being a family vehicle and geared toward comfort.

OBS 1995 F250 5.8L 351, 400k still looks awesome, hauls and tows more than most.

Hey Adam Sandler.....WTF...what is the best one for cost of ownership.....most reliable?

I wish you would’ve covered that 09-10 models were the only year for the 4.6 3v because they’re honestly reliable motors and they are seeming to be cheaper than the 5.0s

I have a f150 xlt 5.0 2011 and I'm about to hit the 300,000 miles on it with original engine and transmission and wanna see how many more miles I can get with this one👍👍🤔😅😊

You know 2009 - 2010 still had the 5.4 3v or 4.6 3v. 2011 is when they put the 5.0 coyote motor

This video is more concerned about ascetics and trims than about long term reliability. Everyone knows that the 5.4 triton v8 3 valve is total garbage.

Picked up a 2010 5.4L crew cab FX4 Plus, with luxury package. Premium stereo, leather interior, heated seats, tow assist camera, XMradio, elocker, leveled, super nice truck for $10k Had a 125k on it. Has a little rust, but motor super quiet. My buddy was moving out the country and i needed a new ride, so i payed him what he owned on it.

I just bought a 2010 with the 4.6 mustang engine in It with 175,000 original engine and trans but needs timing chain upgrade it's starting to rattle

I'm Tired of term "generations" on vehicles. Just use the years. If a person is not versed in "generations" it is confusing to them.

I got a 2011 5.0 platinum. My fav interior!

2016 f150 5.0 xlt sport 2wd super cab , 74,000 mil 0 issues , just seems to get a lil tail happy in the rain , but I have a lil heavy foot lol

2013 4x4 with a 5.0. I absolutely love it!! 124k miles. the only real problem is some rust around the rear fender wells. mechanically it is great.

10th gen is my favorite and I’m a Chevy guy

I own a 2017 Ford f150 super crew cab with a 5.0 V8 engine and 6 speed o/d automatic tranny . I frankly preferred my older 2012 F150 body style because of its ruggedness of its body panels, but hands down I get a slightly better gas mileage and the cabin seems to be quieter in my 2017 F150. I think both generations have their pros and cons of ownership .

Just recently bought a 2009 f150 2wd single cab long bed with the 4.6 V8. Probably the most reliable truck you can buy! Just crossed over 116,000 miles so she is just breaking in.

Just traded in my 11th gen, 2005 supercrew with 4.6. Was a good truck served me well as daily driver end did a lot of work with it as well. Just bought a 12th gen, 2014 supercrew 5.0, looking forward to having it for years to come, has many more comfort features than my last one.

Don't even own a Ford since my 1996 but I'd vote for the 12th gen 5.0 by far.

I've got a 2013 F-150 XL 4x2 with the 3.7L v6. 150,000 miles and still drives like a dream. 2-wheel drive and a naturally aspirated v6 is just about the most reliable combo you can ask for in a half-ton pickup. Less moving parts = less that can go wrong. Fleets seem to have loved these trucks, I see them all the time. Cheap, fuel-efficient, durable, and reliable. Everything a work truck should be. :)

I love 2011+ F150s. I came from a 6.0 06' that i thought was solid af until I got my 5.0L. I bought mine with 134k in 2015 and it's at 178k now and it's been FLAWlESS besides a coolant hose replacement and a small transmission leak. Last year I bought a 2017 F150 single cab with 5.0 and I've added a twin turbo one kit, with some slicks, and I'm in the 9s in colorado lol. I'll be sticking with these for awhile lol

2013 F150 super cab 5.0 STX 4x4 with the rear locker.

Love my F150 s !! I’ve had several! Currently drive 2005 4.6 V-8 and I run the hell out of it!! Being an Excavating contractor they get put through hell and I don’t buy new ones anymore for that reason! I’ve had great luck with them!!🇺🇸🇺🇸

Im inheriting a 2007 F150 xlt triton with 24,000 miles this week from my uncle. Anything I should check on it right away?

bought a 10 gen for 400$ onside the road in 2017 , had 160k when i got it put 60k miles on it no problems

11th Gen, 2013 w/ 5.0 well taken care of.

My 2010 f150 4.6 hasn’t let me down in 230,000 miles

I might sound like a typical Ford lover, but every Chevrolet I’ve ever had is left me dead on the side of the road and I’ve had a few of them and some of them were very low mileage every Ford I ever had is still running and I still drive them got a 2003 2005 2014. They been good to me good and I worked these trucks to death and they died.

I'm on my second 11th gen. My first went to action at 232k it was 5.4 regular services had to have timing set and phasers done at 20k. My current truck has 142k on it with a 4.6 a bit less power with none of the 5.4 issues, headers/exhaust cold air and edge programmer woke it up. I love it

I have a 2008 Ford F-150 fx2 sport

I own a 2002 f150xlt used with 285,000 miles with the 4.6 engine. Had it two yrs now and love it. It was a fleet city truck then a pest control company truck before I bought it. Had it checked out by local repair shop and got good reviews from them. Had all the fluids changed and a valve cover fixed and that's it. So far it all works and I just drive back and fourth from work, 24 miles a day.

You have given me the best INFO.I have never subscribed to any one before. 04 F150 SLT 20070. miles. 5.4 3 v v8. I do not the turbo..i think they will give trouble in the future.Have put 4-5 sets of coil packs, plugs ,braking several of then.Bought truck new $26000. i will keep it on the farm.Want a new truck do nor want to spend $50.000. $30.000 will get a used truck?

I own an 06 lincoln mark lt 150k miles and I love it. Its was definitely ahead of its time when it was new.

Nearly 4 years ago I bought a 2013 lariat with a 5.0 l and it had just over 47k mi. Today it has 62,150 mi on it. I just drive to and from work and that's really about it.

I’ve got an 08 lol I’ve dumped some cash into it but it’s Been good to me. Is my daily driver, but I think my next ford might be the raptor.

People seem to treat vehicles as if they were disposable. They treat vehicles like cell phones. I can’t tell you how many people admit that never put oil in their vehicles. It’s a nightmare. Anyway I got a 1996 Ford bronco and the only issue I’m having is yes a little rust but the rear floor reinforcements. Anybody know any good junkyards with Ford parts. I’ll be damn if I give up my truck.

I owned a 2006 Lariat 4x4 supercab with the 5.4 3v. Loved that truck, but frame rot ate it. It was a very good truck to me, always ran well, but it did have some issues. The front coil springs are prone to breakage, the steering sector shaft u joints corrode, lower front fenders and rear wheel arches rust, and the box frame simply disintegrated from rust. I found a 2011 XLT 4x4 supercrew 5.0 Coyote with 64000 miles, so I snapped that up before someone else did. It also had the coil spring issue, both sides broken, but strut replacement is pretty straightforward. I gave this truck a better lookover for rust issues, and besides the cabcorner issues the supercrew cabs all have, it was in beautiful shape. The 5.0 is better on fuel, the 6 speed trans shifts well, and tows well too. The technology upfits that Ford made in these trucks from 2006 to 2011 is surprising. Oh, the parking brake systems on 11th and 12th gen trucks are pretty much identically flawed, the actuators rust solid, and don't work once that happens. Disassembly and repair fixes it, but it's quite inconvenient.

Yea I got an ford ranger 1997 and a 2009 ford 5.4 f- 150 I don’t know to much about f 150 I just know I have get an muffler system, my

I'm real glad you posted screenshots of the prices I see a 2014 f150 4wd XLT for $24,000 with 116,000mi & a 2017 4wd XLT for $32,000 with 98,000 mi. Being that this video was made 2 years ago it's crazy to see how inflation and covid increased prices so much

I'm a Chevy guy but I like fords as well I wouldn't like to have one because in my opinion I think I don't look good in one I don't think it's a truck for me, but when I see one on the road I think to myself that's a nice truck I do not care for the 2009-2014 generation, I like the 2015-2020 f150 better, but the 2004-2008 is my favoite of the 3, my real favorite ford 150 is the eighth generation 1987 to 1991. The 1997-2003 f150 in my opinion is horrible garbage it's the only one I will call a piece of shit (no offense if you have one but that's my opinion) it looks. I love the 2007-2013 Silverado it competes with the 2004-2008 f150 (eleventh generation). People think years of the same you can compare for example now in 2020, both Silverado and f150, the 2020 f150 is same generation as the 2015 f150 (it's still going on) the 2020 Silverado is the same generation as the 2019 Silverado, 2021 f150 is a whole new generation from the 2015-2020 f150, so in 2021 ford will have brand new generation of f150 but guess what Chevy's 2021 Silverado will look like the 2019- present and people will be comparing them that's what I'm talking about. Check the generation competitors not the just because it's the same year because one can be newer than other and might have better features and you'll think that the newer one is better it's good (for you) when it's your favorite brand but you'll feel let down by your favorite if it's not.

You sound like Shawn Michaels.

Own 12th generation f150 supercrew xlt with 4.6. 3 valve 155000 mi and the engine murrers like a kitten

2009 f150 fx4 5.4 going strong with 265k. Everything works as it should except for the rust its been a reliable truck. Hoping to get a 2nd gen raptor soon.

2008 f150 4.6 extended xlt 2wd 75,000 miles. They can keep the overpriced piece of junk, for a ford this truck is good enough to take my trash to the dump.

Based on my experience(I have owned 11th and 12th gen), I would recommend 2011 or newer.

2014 3.5 ecoboost over hundred thousand miles still love it got it new and have kept it threw a 6 inch lift 35×18×12.5 look and drive great put a catch can and air filter and she runs good sometimes ill throw a system cleaner in it chevron with tecron

It is shocking his friend traded in his Tacoma for an F150, the dealer should've given him money.

Maybe it's me but I like the 10th gen which is older my buddy has one with over 300K and still running like a top. I have a 2017 and it's in the shop right now because the transmission has a problem It only has 61k on it. Thank God I still have a warranty.. They don't make them like they used too!

2012 STX 5.0L. 190k miles on it and don't have any squeaks or rattles. Preventive maintenance is key for longevity. I also do my own service on the truck so I can see things that may need to be replaced soon as I'm working on something else.

I have a 2007 Ford F-150 with the 46 engine I got over 400,000 MI everything is original and I'm not having a problem yet four is the best of the best when it comes to making trucks

Best motor is the 4.6 although underpowered. The 5 litre coyote is an awesome engine as well, that is until 2018 and all of a sudden they had oil consumption problems. But power is awesome. I owned a 13th generation and it was an electrical nightmare. Stop having your wire harness made in Mexico Ford.

Love my 2014 fx4 but had to change the engine at 132,000 but who knows what previous owner did to it, kept popping up cylinder 8 not firing took it in said they fixed it and month later did it again so got tired of chasing it

The biggest difference is the 5.4 3v is crap.

5.4 f150 suck trust me theres always sum wrong timing chain alot of knocking the 04 to 2010 f150s suck the good ones are the ones with the 5.0 ' 4.6 and the 5.0 coyote and ecoboost v6 and EcoBoost

Taking everything into consideration, I think 11th gens are the best. Modern style, has most amenities that you would need, extremely affordable won’t break the bank and solid drivetrain. The 5.4 3V gets a lot of crap, but in reality it’s a solid engine when kept up with. Keep up with oil changes and basic maintenance and they will go over 300k. I’m currently at 200k on my 04 lariat and it’s been a fantastic truck! The 4.6 is great too and 4.2 V6. The 11th gens are the best looking of the 3 in my opinion.

2014 dot 5.0 motor runs on e85 love it .I upgraded with aftermarket leather and a big ass stereo .66,000 and no problems

I have a 2014, XLT, 3.5 eco boost, I still love the look of my truck and I think it stands up pretty Well as far as looks go. I have not had to do much to it besides regular maintenance, I did have problem with my front tires wearing weird and ended up having to replace the struts and now everything is fine. Oh and I just had to replace the battery, once I did, I began hearing weird clicking noises from under the dashboard, seems one or more of the actuators that control heating and air are going out and I will need place them($30.part). If I go to dealer it will be well over a $1000 bucks, but I guess the whole middle of the dash needs to come off to get to them so lots of time involved. I will do it myself and save the money. Nothing else, I am pretty happy with my 6 year old paid off truck👍

I found a mint garage kept 09 F150xl 4x4 5.4 triton with 9000 miles!!! for 25k !!!!

2012 raptor 6.2 from a 2014 tundra. Absolutely love it. 100k no issues.

I have a 2003 Toyota Rav4 front wheel drive because of insurance is expensive for me a 21 years old now but I have just the okay amount of space for my milwaukee packout and tools for Remodeling Contractor work but hate that the inside is not easy to keep clean from dirty tools and mud and my rear squats a little I would like to get a truck the keep from having to clean a mess out of the inside of my vehicle but my dad says no for insurance.

I have a 10th Gen 2000 F150 super cab with 4.6 v8. Has 210k miles and runs and drives like new. I will be sad if this truck dies. Ford trucks, regardless of which generation you have, are the best trucks on the road I believe.

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Heck if your main concern about buying an 11th generation is the navigation system, you could just go aftermarket, I put a Pioneer system in mine with the wireless android auto/apple carplay on it, I don't even think you can get that on the latest models!

The 5.4 3v is notoriously bad... Just dont get ANYTHING with the 5.4 3v...

2005 f150 lariat 597,000 miles Still running perfect All original

I have a 08 4.6 2v qaud cab 2wd with 104k no rust no work done, drives and looks like new,no worries

I've been eyeing the 12th gen 5.0 for a while. I've also been comparing them to the Ram 1500 Hemi. I've always been a Ford fan but the Ram seems to have better styling at a slightly more affordable price. It's a tough decision. But I've got probably another year before I can make that decision as my wife wants to drive her minivan into the ground before we think about getting a truck. The main reason I need a truck is for room for the family but also for those weekend projects and runs to Home Depot. I also want something with a beefier suspension that can handle the payload of week long family trips as a minivan's suspension is weak and the back end is bouncy when loaded down with any amount of weight.

F150 xlt crowcap 2013 5.0 this is what I got It is a great 👍 truck in the Middle East

'02 Lariat is my truck. It's a survivor. I've had it since 2010. The 5.4 rattles a bit, but it always runs. I pull a boat with it mainly, but also construction gear. I love having a truck where one more scratch won't bother me at all!

I havea 2008 XLT 4.8 WITH OVER 30000 miles on the original engine.

Have a 13th gen 2019 stx and i LOVE my truck!!! The eco boost is a monster and great on fuel for a truck

My work has a 13 f150 ecoboost. 339,000mi.

I just upgraded from a 2006 to a 2016. I love all the technology that comes with the new generation trucks but I might go back and get a 12th generation at some point... I think it would just be interested to have driven the three most recent ones. Haha!

Have an 08 4.6 v8 with 263k miles ! Runs and drives very nice ! Everything works just like the day it rolled off the assembly line ,, best truck iv had hands down ! And iv had my fair share of , dodge, gmc, chevy ,

I bought a 2004 XLT Cewcab 5.4 V-8 Triton 4X4 with 147K now at 171K last April for $4000. Yes, it had some issues when I bought it. Needs OD fixed, alignment, even bank plugs & coli packs. I put about $1000 into it and it's now worth about $7000. Love this truck and how high I sit up now. Rides pretty smooth for an old truck a few rattles and clanks but no big deal. Lots of features and very comfortable. I changed the odd bank of plugs and coil packs, but they kept breaking and i gave up for now but will get the even bank done soon. Also need to get a new rear differential cover. Fun Fact: The 11th gen was the first one to have the front bumper tucked in so this truck is the grand daddy of today's modern truck.

Bought my 2014 supercab 4x4 48k miles 19,000 two years ago

I have a ford f150 4.2l year 2000 for almost a 20 year old truck still runs great

2006 xlt 4.6 I love my truck!! Bought it brand new,

Appreciate the work you did on this. I currently have an ‘03 super duty with 80k, regular cab 4x4, 8’ bed in good condition. Not a daily driver. Could be the last truck I ever own. However, I have been considering replacing it. Ruled out the smaller pick ups as I tow a trailer and need at 7k lbs of tow capacity. A life long GM guy, they lost me in ‘08 with the buyout and I’m not sorry. So I have been studying everything I can on the F 150. The EcoBoost system is now 10 years old. They are interesting but I am not sold. I have concentrated on the 5.0L and understand there are 3(?) generations of that engine. Also not sure about the 10speed auto (have a 6 speed man in the SD). Would like to keep the 8’ bed but that is unlikely.. the neighbor has a well maintained ‘13 super cab that would probably do nicely, 80k. I might have a shot at that. Thoughts? Ps, what about the “wet belt “ driven oil pump in the ‘21 coyote motor?

If your going older ford truck,,,stay with a V-8 5.0.

I bought new 2014 Lariat 4WD in 2015, cause I wasn’t sure about aluminum body. I really like my Lariat, it’s loaded 3.5 eco. 57000 miles so far..

I have a 2010 crew cab 4x4 with a 5.4 with a XTR sticker.

The Coyote v8 is hands down best v8 on the market right now.

Had no idea Adam Sandler was into trucks

I like the ninth gen Ford the best

After experiencing a 2000 ford f-150 5.7 Lariat very durable truck never had problems although the thing could waste some gas. Staying with ford F-150 after the good experience I had with the last Ford truck ended up with 2014 Ford F-150 v6 great truck and saves a lot more money on gasoline and durable. Ford is great.

I have a 2015 F150 Platinum with 50k miles on it and absolutely love it. It’s a Fx4 and has some meaty tires on her . I love the 360 camera it has and the old Sony sound system it has . No problems yet .

07 f150 4x4 4.6 !! And I’m a Chevy guy

Good info, bud. I rock an 11th gen 2008 XL w/ the 4.6l V8, 4x4, longbed and standard cab. She's been my daily for about 3 years. I've put a lot of work into her. I bought it really cheap and it was not treated well. I'm still working on her. I'm almost done with all the aesthetics. New rims and tires(damn they are small stocks that come with em), bumpers, headlights, emblems etc. Cut out some rust holes. Patched and painted. Added fender flares for the beefer wheels. And bow that she looks bold and beautiful that necessary stuff. New ignition lock cylinder (the stock one was a poor design) Lower power steering hoses. Couple bushings in the front end. And unfortunately I just did the brakes in the front...the steering knuckles and connections are completely rusted out. It will cost me $700 to $1000 just in parts! Always check the underbody thoroughly before you buy! And so, I'm pondering on getting the newer 12th gen. Ya just gotta ask yourself some times...Is the juice worth the sqeeze?

Hey! I know nothing about trucks, but I was looking at 2012 f150 fx4. I need it for towing. Google tells me fx4 have 9100-9400lbs towing capacity. Does that seem right? I wouldn’t tow anything over 7k lbs, just wanna make sure I’m looking at the right truck. Thanks