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    The 2015 SnoBall poll

    I voted in the poll and I'm 100% in--assuming there is room for me. Some questions: (I was going to PM the organizers but I thought others might have them too.) Please note that I don't visit this site often. However, I did attempt to do a lot of searching prior to asking these questions...
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    Financing a Raptor

    LOL. I’ll let you know that I am a Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) and Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA). I have had my practice for over 15 years. I clearly understand that businesses are afforded additional tax benefits to depreciating...
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    Financing a Raptor

    I've been in the financial services industry for over 15 years. This thread is a perfect example of how much financial ignorance is out there. First off, everybody's situation is different. Whether to finance and how much is often a function of cash flow, debt/income, job security, risk...
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    Top perch/methods 2013. PICS!

    My dealer told me Ford has actually issued a formal warning to dealers NOT to take 2013 models to top perch otherwise risk damaging front CV joints. Perhaps, dealer employees can confirm? He suggested mid perch was fine.
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    Raptors In Snowy Conditions and/or Pulling Sled Trailer

    I have owned a 2013 Raptor for 3 weeks now. Short Answer: Heavy snow and ice: Raptor don't care. It does whatever it wants. Snow and ice covered road: Raptor don't care. It does whatever it wants. Long Answer: First, the Raptor has the ability to lock the rear differential. This...
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    MFT

    What is it you're not happy with? I don't have anything to compare it to. To me, it's been pretty seamless and easy to use. The subwoofer is TERRIBLE. The rest of the audio system is "meh". I'm actually embarrassed for Ford. I can't believe they put an audio system this poor in a...
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    Factory bed cover?

    I have the factory one installed on my 2013. I took delivery on Friday, 12/14/2012. It's ok. The mechanism to lock it in place sucks and is a pain in the ass to use. It is also a "tri-fold" soft top which wouldn't have been my first choice. Luckily I don't retract it that often so it's...
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    Raptor Dealers Selling Near Invoice

    I am $200 over invoice on 2013 SCrew at Bell Ford in Arlington, WI (near Madison, WI) I expect to take delivery on 12/20. My dealer mentioned that he's ordered a Red 2013 SCrew for dealer stock. I have no idea the options he added or if he is willing to offer the same deal that I got. PM...
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    Ford Raptor Invoice Pricing

    Only spouses can gift money or property of unlimited value to each other. If other individuals (whether they are related or not) gift anything of value greater than $13,000 per individual per calendar year, it will be subject to gift tax. ---------- Post added at 11:41 PM ----------...
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    Invoice vs. MSRP

    No offense but I HIGHLY DOUBT bigger dealers get better pricing from Ford. If this were true, small dealers couldn't compete and would be driven out of business. Ford certainly wouldn't want that. In fact, everything on this website (and other websites) supports very consistent invoice...
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    Ford Raptor Ordering Questions

    You are in pretty much the exact situation that I am in. I'm trading in a '06 Lincoln Mark LT for a newly ordered Raptor. Obviously, you'll want to know the Kelley Blue Book prices for your Silverado. My dealer was familar with my truck as I've gone there for my service the past few...
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    2013 Invoice Pricing

    The 15% appears to be pretty accurate. On my 2013 Vehicle Order Confirmation: MSRP Invoice $4760 $4059 Luxury Package $995 $848 Moonroof $375 $320 Tailgate step $525 $448 F&R Camera $495 $422 Tonneau Cover $475 $405...
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    you do the math

    I'll add that most Sales Managers don't want to be the "bad guy" in front of their sales reps. If he sold you a vehicle, other reps may be upset that he effectively "took money out of their pockets". That doesn't foster a good working environment for the Sales Manager.
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    you do the math

    IMO, I'd set the bar a little lower (like $1000 over invoice) and then work from there. This is especially true if you know for sure you want a 2013 Raptor. My advice is to phone a number of dealers in your area. Tell them that you'd like to order a 2013 Raptor and ask if they are willing...
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    Going from Jeep Wrangler Rubicon to Ford Raptor

    I just ordered a 2013 Raptor SCrew. I can't speak specifically to the Raptor, but I currently drive a Lincoln Mark LT (Lincoln's version of the F150 SCrew). My wife drives a Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. I also live in Wisconsin where we get plenty of snow. Snow The Ford does way better in the...
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    Obtaining Invoice Pricing

    You can take your truck to any Ford dealer for warranty work. You may not have the option of driving 2 hours depending on the issue. You can always say "no" to the sell ups. Personally, I'd play each dealer off of each other and see who will offer the best deal. If they have Raptors...
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    Nitto Trail Grabber owners ---update

    Thanks for the info. Can you speak to treadlife on each tire? I'm trying to do an informal cost/benefit analysis on the Trail Grapplers.
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    Nitto Trail Grabber owners ---update

    I just ordered a 2013 Raptor. I'm looking to get a separate set of rims and tires. My plan is to run the stock tires and rims during the winter and the new set during the Summer. I am looking to purchase a set of Nitto Trail Grabbers 35x12.50R20. (I'd like to say that I'm going to do a lot...
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    Just placed order for 2013

    That's wrong. The moonroof and tailgate step are separate options on my order printout. They are NOT part of the Luxury Package. Please note: I am only going by the printout. It may be possible that you can't select those options unless you select the Luxury Package......which I have...
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    Obtaining Invoice Pricing

    I am by no means an expert. But I'll share what I know. There are generally couple of prices to account for when purchasing a new vehicle. Invoice pricing is where the manufacturer prices the vehicle at "cost". Dealer cost is generally $1000 to $1500 less than the invoice number depending...
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    Just placed order for 2013

    Hi Guys, New to this forum. Thanks for all of the great info. Just ordered my 2013 SCrew Raptor. $200 over invoice. Also, they will be taking it to "mid perch" before I take delivery. I agree that Ford must roll out pricing (and ordering ability) to dealerships in some sort of tiered...
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