DELIVERED! Maverick Owner Review & Impressions of Cactus Gray XLT 2.0 EB, AWD, LUX, FX4, 4K TOW, 360

[The Weatherman]

On my Maverick order, the dealership said I mut have the SecureEtch ($299.) although I don't want it and my insurance agent says it's not something that will affect my policy positively. Did your dealer say "It’s a non-optional anti-theft device that goes on every vehicle we sell. We’re not allowed to removed it. " or is this just my dealer policy? Thanks for you input and mine is going to be Catcus Gray, too.

Can you say ‘ Bull Sh@&$’.

Thats a requirement they have developed for what ever reason. Like $299 in their pocket.

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[WasChops]

Do you have the B&O sound system in your truck? If so, can you comment (opinion) on the quality of the sound??

 

[mdl20813]

On my Maverick order, the dealership said I mut have the SecureEtch ($299.) although I don't want it and my insurance agent says it's not something that will affect my policy positively. Did your dealer say "It’s a non-optional anti-theft device that goes on every vehicle we sell. We’re not allowed to removed it. " or is this just my dealer policy? Thanks for you input and mine is going to be Catcus Gray, too.

That's your dealer putting on add ons sounds like.

 

[JamesHenry]

SecureEtch and other add-ons that you are bombarded with at time of transaction are profit centers for dealers. Refuse it.

With that being said, a lot of police departments will actually hold free-VIN etching events. Heck, there was one in my city just last week: Free VIN-etching event in Allentown aims to help deter car thieves | Lehigh Valley Regional News | wfmz.com

 

[AUTUS_FL]

I had a thought for transporting bikes in the bed; Place the back wheel of the bicycle up against the cab. Then place the front wheel on the tailgate at the 45 degree angle, and strap it in. I believe this should work. It would eliminate having to remove the bikes front wheels and securing it into a bike rack, or using a bike rack with the trailer hitch.

For a normal bicycle I'd say that's fine. As for the Rebel 1100 that has a weight of approx. 490 lbs. it's safer to carry her diagonally across the bed

 

[Paulyz]

Yeah. That's a big reason why I went with GG. I like the contrast between the lighter grey and the darker trim. Now, I just hope someone produces an affordable bed cap to match:

I've seen on Ford Build your Truck showing caps in all colors for Maverick. p.s. Does all the XLTs come with rear center armrest?

 

[Parabellum]

Still loving it? This is the exact build I’m looking to get in august when they open back up again.

 

[mdl20813]

Still loving it? This is the exact build I’m looking to get in august when they open back up again.

4200 miles in and other than the radio being garbage, I love it!

 

[Delzona]

4200 miles in and other than the radio being garbage, I love it!

Nice stripe! Where did you find it?

 

[mdl20813]

Nice stripe! Where did you find it?

Designed the package with a local wrap shop. It’s a riff on the graphics of the new Mach 1 since the Fighter gray it comes in is basically Cactus Gray

https://www.mavericktruckclub.com/f...ics-decals-inspired-by-mach-1-mustang-🙂.8024/

 

[James L. Harrison]

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[Delzona]

Designed the package with a local wrap shop. It’s a riff on the graphics of the new Mach 1 since the Fighter gray it comes in is basically Cactus Gray

https://www.mavericktruckclub.com/f...ics-decals-inspired-by-mach-1-mustang-🙂.8024/

Really cool looking! I guess I did see your original post ! The graphics really do make Cactus Gray look even better!

 

[Parabellum]

4200 miles in and other than the radio being garbage, I love it!

What about the radio is garbage, the speakers or the head unit? I don’t want a lariat just for sync 3 and an acoustic windshield. Are you using apple car play or android auto?

also I notice you're running ATs. Did you notice a drop in MPGs? I have wild peaks on my 15’ F150 and I saw a HUGE DROP in mine! 5.0 went from 18.5 mpg to 15 at best and that’s mostly highway. I can’t wait to sell it.

 

[zBernie]

Good luck with your new Maverick!

 

[mdl20813]

What about the radio is garbage, the speakers or the head unit? I don’t want a lariat just for sync 3 and an acoustic windshield. Are you using apple car play or android auto?

also I notice you're running ATs. Did you notice a drop in MPGs? I have wild peaks on my 15’ F150 and I saw a HUGE DROP in mine! 5.0 went from 18.5 mpg to 15 at best and that’s mostly highway. I can’t wait to sell it.

It’s just very buggy. Lots of lagging and hang ups on the controls for it. I just uploaded a firmware update today so we’ll see if it improves. A Lariat that has Sync 3 might be better. I use CarPlay a lot but the head unit still has hang ups and other issues in Car Play. I know lots of people complain about the speakers but I just don’t care enough for that to matter.

A slight dip with the tires but nothing huge (.5 -1 mpg). But I also didn’t go significantly bigger. I have 235s which were an OEM optional size anyway. I also haven’t been doing a lot of Highway so I’m obviously not getting what I could be.

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