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Just placed an order for a blue XL in Colorado. I wanted to buy one from the great Ford dealers who participate in this group, but shipping was just to expensive--and I really don't have time to drive across the country this fall.
I'm looking forward to seeing if this little truck is the answer to my dreams. I used to drive a 1989 Toyota Pickup many years ago--and I loved it. I replaced it with a Honda Element that I drove for about 10 years, until my son totaled it last year. After decades with such reliable vehicles, I'm nervous about buying a Ford. But I figure that I can sell it in a few years if it sucks and Toyota jumps into the small-truck market. With luck, I'll keep it a long, long time. It checks all of the boxes on paper: small (but big enough), good on gas, easy to clean (lots of "cheap" plastic), versatile cargo space for bikes and gear, can pull a small boat, capacity for 4 people, etc. Reliability still makes me nervous, but I'm willing to give Ford a try.
Edit: If anyone in Colorado wants to buy a Maverick, I recommend Brad Rafter at Mike Maroone Longmont Ford. I tried some other dealerships in the area, and wasn't impressed. I can't say for certain that I got the absolute best price, but I did receive direct answers, prompt service, and no slime. Here's his contact info:
Brad Rafter
Sales Manager
Mike Maroone Longmont Ford
720-759-5314
[email protected]
I'm looking forward to seeing if this little truck is the answer to my dreams. I used to drive a 1989 Toyota Pickup many years ago--and I loved it. I replaced it with a Honda Element that I drove for about 10 years, until my son totaled it last year. After decades with such reliable vehicles, I'm nervous about buying a Ford. But I figure that I can sell it in a few years if it sucks and Toyota jumps into the small-truck market. With luck, I'll keep it a long, long time. It checks all of the boxes on paper: small (but big enough), good on gas, easy to clean (lots of "cheap" plastic), versatile cargo space for bikes and gear, can pull a small boat, capacity for 4 people, etc. Reliability still makes me nervous, but I'm willing to give Ford a try.
Edit: If anyone in Colorado wants to buy a Maverick, I recommend Brad Rafter at Mike Maroone Longmont Ford. I tried some other dealerships in the area, and wasn't impressed. I can't say for certain that I got the absolute best price, but I did receive direct answers, prompt service, and no slime. Here's his contact info:
Brad Rafter
Sales Manager
Mike Maroone Longmont Ford
720-759-5314
[email protected]
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