F350 Platinum or Raptor? Apples to Oranges

Hey guys I'm in the market for a new truck and have it narrowed down between the f350 platinum or Raptor. I currently have an 08 F350 king ranch and love having a big truck with power and luxury but do miss the fun factor and ride comfort of a smaller truck. Have any of you ever owned a luxury super duty before your raptors? If so, give me some pros/cons of your experiences.

Fuel economy is not really any different, the ride in a 1ton is good until you go over any bumps and raptors are a little bit cheaper. I also just sold my baby that I've been working on and racing for the past 6yrs (04 SVT cobra mystichrome) so I really miss having a SVT! Lol

If you don't need to tow than the choice is simple! Get the Raptor

bstoner59 said:

If you don't need to tow than the choice is simple! Get the Raptor

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I agree. If you don't have a specific use for the super duty then go with the raptor. You'll be happier.

Plus I've never heard of a super duty Snoball, havoc, trr, etc. You'll have a lot more fun in the raptor.

bstoner59 said:

If you don't need to tow than the choice is simple! Get the Raptor

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Stoner, what are you driving now? Did you end up with a S4?

Madcowranch said:

Stoner, what are you driving now? Did you end up with a S4?

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Sure did! 2014 with a manual. I'm letting the engine break in a bit before I get her tuned and up the boost a tad. Those things are little rocket ships!

I'm on the lookout for either an F150 to build up or a good 2010 6.2.

What are u planning on mostly doing with this truck? Big or small towing/hauling? Just a DD?

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I came from a 2500HD Silverado with all the bells and whistles and creature comforts. Do I miss it? Yes. Just as a personal preference, I loved driving that beast!!! Plenty of room and power to spare. I used it for mild off roading simply because I had a sand rail and Dirtbike to have my fun with. No need to do Raptor stuff with it.

Fast forward a year

I am now the proud owner of a modded out Craptor. I love it. LITERALLY EVERY DAY people stare at it. The cool factor has improved 10 fold. I'm learning more and more off roading each time I go out.

Do I miss my giant truck? Absolutely. Am I happy I have my Raptor? Absolutely. Am I confusing you? Absolutely.

Just go with what your heart wants. After all, it's your money you worked hard for.

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Thanks for the replies so far guys. No I won't be towing anything too substantial for the new couple years. I originally bought my f350 to tow my 28' enclosed car hauler but I just sold that with my cobra. I can't believe what a tough decision this has been for me, I've been researching both and going back and forth for a month. I test drove a 2014 f350 platinum but not a raptor yet, I think my next days off I will.

If your up in Fort Mac, working on any of the service roads or anything I think you would definitely appreciate the Raptor. It's super comfortable on and offroad.

I prefer the way the raptor rides to any pickup weather its a 1/2 or 1 ton. If u dont need to tow big go raptor. Also u can start hitting up some of these runs and really have some fun!

Test drive one and u will feel the difference

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