I am looking at a 2010 F150 XLT 4x4 with 150,000 miles.

Very reputable dealer but I have never owned a truck and was wondering what, if anything, I should be weary about buying such a high mileage truck?

They have it for sale at $16,305. 1 - owner, never wrecked. Matching flat top bed cover, tow pkg (standard)....

Any questions I should ask, what should I look for/ listen for...etc?

Thanks

 

Which engine and transmission?

 

If it's 5.4L 3V Stay away. At that mileage the probability of cam phaser malfunction are very high. That repair is going to cost US$1500 maybe more. Search here cam phaser / diesel sound for more info. My truck has this sound since 80,000 miles

 

Fuel- E-85/Gasoline

Transmission - 6-Speed Automatic

Drivetrain - 4WD Doors 4

Engine - 5.4L V8 24V MPFI SOHC Flexible Fuel

 

Cam Phaser issues were sorted by 2010 from my understanding. My 2010 had 250,000km on it when I sold it and it was dead quiet. It was a solid truck with many more miles on it yet. I only moved on as I received "Approval" to move to something newer with more options.

 

Not completely sorted - Art's are noisy.

 

I recently bought the same truck in a Lariat with 121,000 miles.

Nearly 7000 miles later and it is fantastic, sure beats my old 6.5 diesel Chebby.