Photos: 2024 Maverick Lariat FX4 with "No Prep"

[Toadhopper1]

Looks great love the color

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[FutureBoss]

Looks great love the color

Thanks - Prayers for your safety as Milton comes through

 

[GarryB]

Hi folks, thought I would introduce my new daily driver, ordered 6/12, built 8/10 and delivered 8/30. Also some no prep photos if they might be of interest. This replaces my 2012 Fusion SEL V6 (which has been a great car).

My aim was to buy Ford's cheapest truck but have all the safety and convenience features the Fusion came with (backup camera, b/up sensors, cross traffic alert, blind spot monitors and Sony sound system). Also the Maverick has features the Fusion never had, including towing and hauling capability.

I am enjoying my new truck!

Beautiful truck!
From built to delivery is pretty quick! Hopefully mine goes as quick too! How far from Mexico do you live? Trying to figure out how long the freight drive is...

 

[FutureBoss]

Thanks! I am in north GA, I was surprised at how fast it got here. I know that it went from Hermasillo Mexico to Arizona, and that it was delivered by truck, not rail. I found a lot of really good information in the production and tracking forum. Also I was able to get tracking info from my salesman, they did a good job of keeping me in the loop. Good luck & hope it gets there soon!

 

[SiGmA_X]

Looks really nice @FutureBoss !

Congrats!

That wheel/tire package wasn't available with the FX4 "back in my day" (July 2021). Much better than the FX4 black glossy wheels and terrible Pirellis.

It was an option on 2021 orders. I considered it but I wanted black wheels to go with the black tint and trim on my red/orange truck. On other colors I think the silver looks much nicer though (like @FutureBoss's).

 

[FutureBoss]

Looks really nice @FutureBoss ! It was an option on 2021 orders. I considered it but I wanted black wheels to go with the black tint and trim on my red/orange truck. On other colors I think the silver looks much nicer though (like @FutureBoss's).

Thanks! Ford caught lightning in a bottle with the Maverick, It’s a niche market similar to the Mustang. There are so many ways to personalize it, I’m still finding stuff to do.

 

[SiGmA_X]

Thanks! Ford caught lightning in a bottle with the Maverick, It’s a niche market similar to the Mustang. There are so many ways to personalize it, I’m still finding stuff to do.

I’ve had my Mav for ~32k and a bit over two years, I’m a huge fan of it. I tow a little, but I use the bed all the time and it’s really fantastic. I can also have 4 adults in the car for extended trips in comfort, or two plus my dog crate (and three if needed…but it’s a little tight next to the crate - crate is behind passenger seat, leaving rear drivers open-ish).

If I can make a suggestion or four:
- Rubber floor mats
- Tailgate lettering - I did matte black with my HPR orange/red paint, looks great (Etsy, cheap)
- PPF: at a minimum door sills, but also under door handles (very needed if people wear rings…) and edge of doors; and depending on your personal perspective, whole front end. Ford paint is very prone to chip, I regret not doing mine immediately
- Window tint - I only did 25%? on the fronts, it matches the rears but with how big the windows are, they let too much light in and I’d probably suggest something around 12-18% on the fronts and then whatever the tiny shop suggests over the OEM rear to get it approx the same or slightly darker than the front.

And then there is Openpilot

 

[FutureBoss]

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I’ve had my Mav for ~32k and a bit over two years, I’m a huge fan of it. I tow a little, but I use the bed all the time and it’s really fantastic. I can also have 4 adults in the car for extended trips in comfort, or two plus my dog crate (and three if needed…but it’s a little tight next to the crate - crate is behind passenger seat, leaving rear drivers open-ish).

If I can make a suggestion or four:
- Rubber floor mats
- Tailgate lettering - I did matte black with my HPR orange/red paint, looks great (Etsy, cheap)
- PPF: at a minimum door sills, but also under door handles (very needed if people wear rings…) and edge of doors; and depending on your personal perspective, whole front end. Ford paint is very prone to chip, I regret not doing mine immediately
- Window tint - I only did 25%? on the fronts, it matches the rears but with how big the windows are, they let too much light in and I’d probably suggest something around 12-18% on the fronts and then whatever the tiny shop suggests over the OEM rear to get it approx the same or slightly darker than the front.

And then there is Openpilot
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Thanks for your suggestions - I have done the floor mats, PPF and window tint, I am trying to decide between black and silver tailgate lettering. Also bed mat, tailgate assist, I have the kia homelink mirror but don't want to cut up wiring or run it all the way to the fusebox. I have seen the wiring harness thread and I may attempt to make my own, but it's not a high priority with me. Also I am trying to decide which tonneau cover, I want the hard tri-fold, there are lots of choices. I had not heard of Openpilot, that's intriguing.

 

[SiGmA_X]

Thanks for your suggestions - I have done the floor mats, PPF and window tint, I am trying to decide between black and silver tailgate lettering. Also bed mat, tailgate assist, I have the kia homelink mirror but don't want to cut up wiring or run it all the way to the fusebox. I have seen the wiring harness thread and I may attempt to make my own, but it's not a high priority with me. Also I am trying to decide which tonneau cover, I want the hard tri-fold, there are lots of choices. I had not heard of Openpilot, that's intriguing.

With your silver wheels and dark tint I bet you could go either way with the tailgate lettering, though I’d probably still go black. The Mav has a lot of black trim. But that’s just me, I find black accents easier.

Oh right the Kia mirror - I did that too, and ran a wire to the fuse box. It’s easier than you think (or, easier than I thought at least). You can just tuck it under the headliner and A-pillar. Mine is 100% hidden and I did it in the driveway in maybe 15min. I debated it for way longer than I needed to as it turned out.

Bakflip MX4 from Realtruck is a good option - there is a rep on the forums who can give you a personalized quote which was around 15-20% less than retail back in 2022.

 

[FutureBoss]

Good to hear about the mirror, I just haven’t yet gotten motivated on it yet🥱. Bakflip MX4 is definitely one I am considering, I will check with them about discounts. Thanks for the info.

 

[jeffbrx]

Thanks - wheels are a personal preference thing. I actually think the black wheels look good, I just like these better.

Hope you enjoy your truck as much as I have in ownership for one day. Really a wonderful ride. Looking forward to taking a trip to Seattle and seeing how it behaves on the open road.

 

[FutureBoss]

Hope you enjoy your truck as much as I have in ownership for one day. Really a wonderful ride. Looking forward to taking a trip to Seattle and seeing how it behaves on the open road.

You are going to love this truck, l make excuses to get out and drive it.

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