Looking at a 2010 Raptor...What to look for??

I currently have a '15 Rubicon and am tore about this, but have always wanted a Raptor. Its a 2D with 57K for $35K. I know I will like how it rides over my lifted Rubicon on 37's. It doesn't have a warranty, but my Jeep has a 60K mile one. Any tips or thoughts on what to look for??

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I was also thinking of waiting for the new one, but I'm sure that will be out of my budget.


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Doesn't seem like a terrible price depending on options. Mine was $31,000 loaded with 70k miles. You do get quite a bit more from a 2011+ though. Select shift, multi function display, etc. I don't think I'd buy one that wasn't bone stock either.

Antlers said:

Doesn't seem like a terrible price depending on options. Mine was $31,000 loaded with 70k miles. You do get quite a bit more from a 2011+ though. Select shift, multi function display, etc. I don't think I'd buy one that wasn't bone stock either.

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This one is bone stock with backup camera on the mirror and no NAV which I like because I find them distracting. Its a local truck that I doubt was anymore than a DD that never saw off road.

Seems like you've made up your mind. I'd check the control arms, skid plates and diffs for major damage. I doubt you'll find anything. Also check the back of the transmission pan for oil. If it has fluid on it the bulkhead seals are probably bad. Would make the dealer change them before purchase.

The size of the truck width and length is my biggest issue. I can maneuver my Jeep in and out of every garage or parking spot. The wider and longer body would also cause some issues on the current trails and camping spots I go to. Also trading a toy for a 5 year older toy for same amount that I currently owe. Better on road ride would be nice with less wind noise and a much more powerful engine. Not knowing everything that was done in the truck. Just really hard to let go of this. I'm just using this thread to talk me into or out of the Raptor.




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DallasSVTRaptor said:

The size of the truck width and length is my biggest issue. I can maneuver my Jeep in and out of every garage or parking spot. The wider and longer body would also cause some issues on the current trails and camping spots I go to. Also trading a toy for a 5 year older toy for same amount that I currently owe. Better on road ride would be nice with less wind noise and a much more powerful engine. Not knowing everything that was done in the truck. Just really hard to let go of this. I'm just using this thread to talk me into or out of the Raptor.

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My Raptor is the most comfortable ride I've ever had. On stock tires, road noise is very small. As for parking, size, and other stuff, it's all preference. I'm the guy that parks way out in a lot so an idiot doesn't smash my door. However, I have had issues in parking garages before, particularly airport garages. All preference. But if you're going to own a Raptor, at least plan to utilize it a little. By the look of that jeep, seems your already in the correct mindset.

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My Raptor is the most comfortable ride I've ever had. On stock tires, road noise is very small. As for parking, size, and other stuff, it's all preference. I'm the guy that parks way out in a lot so an idiot doesn't smash my door. However, I have had issues in parking garages before, particularly airport garages. All preference. But if you're going to own a Raptor, at least plan to utilize it a little. By the look of that jeep, seems your already in the correct mindset.

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There is really nothing better than a Rubicon for me. It can go everywhere pretty easily and can be a DD. The biggest issue is its loud and doesn't ride great even though mine has a great suspension. It rides better than any Jeep I have ever been in. I would love the cushy ride of the Raptor, but would miss the top down of the Jeep. I have almost $15K invested in this Rubicon and will barely get what I owe in trade in. Not sure it's worth the hit.

Even though I don't get off road as much as I want, the Jeep looks great and is a blast around town with top down. I think if the Raptor was certified and had a warranty I might look at it but I still have 4 years or 50K miles left on my Rubicon.


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Maybe I should wait until new ones come out and see how I feel after 2+ years with my Jeep.


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DallasSVTRaptor said:

There is really nothing better than a Rubicon for me.

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Lol then it appears you've already made up your mind. Not quite sure why you expected a Raptor forum to talk you out of buying a Raptor.

Just parked next a Raptor and I really think that it will be too wide and too long for my garage so I think I may have talked myself out of a Raptor for now. I appreciate the comments though.


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That's one ugly jeep but I like the dog, LOL.