I am set to buy an 05' Supercrew XLT 4x4 with Roush appearance package, 189,000 miles, new brakes, had cam phasers and timing chains done around 168,000, new exhaust manifold. It has some rust starting on the cab corners. I am buying it for $7500. The only thing not done is plugs but I have the tool and experience to change them if they break. Any reservations I should have in buying this????

 

If you are skilled with the spark plugs then I wouldn't worry. How about the injectors, was it victim to the 'stuck open injector' back in its younger years?

How about the transmission/transfercase and rear end? Fluids exchanged ever? Wheel bearings? I'm sure its had to have had brakes a time or two. If it is nice and clean, not too rotted under neath, go for it and take a chance. The phasers and timing chain work being done is already a good amount of peace at mind.

 

Well I went ahead and bought it! It has new brakes , even drilled rotors. As far as transmission and 4x4 everything works smooth!