08 6.4 with 173K for $12,000, yes or no? - Diesel Forum

KCPSD · 11-26-2012, 11:59 AM

I am looking at a 2008 Ford F250 ext cab long bed 4wd with a 6.4 for $12,000. Truck is pretty clean, just wondering if I should chance a high mileage 6.4. Called my local dealer and got an Oasis report. Showed new short block at 31,000 miles (scary) as well as DPF/Cat & EGR replaced. That's about it.

My question is how comfortable would you be buying a high mileage 6.4 without knowing the entire vehicle history?

senix · 11-26-2012, 01:33 PM

Got the short block because of a EGR cooler failure. That is my guess.

If at a dealer and they will give you an extended warranty then it might be worth it.

Be sure to drive it hard and if you can towing with it I would want to.

KCPSD · 11-26-2012, 04:02 PM

Yeah, they did the egr cooler at the same time, so your probly right. I am looking at two different trucks, this one and a 2006 155k CC 6.0 fo a little less. Bad thing is this one is a long way from home. Like 700 miles from home, so its tough to look at it, then think about it.

KCPSD · 11-26-2012, 08:39 PM

Update: The guy messed up the vin when he gave it to me. I re-ran the new vin and came up with new info.

The truck is actually an 09, it does have 173k on it. The only thing done on the new Oasis was a reflash and a new HPFP at 86K.

It did not show the "T" update or the new upper and lower radiator hoses.

Does this change your thinking at all?

tjmaxx · 11-26-2012, 08:58 PM

Seems like a fair price for an 08, see how much an extended warranty would run you. Maybe take it to a diesel mechanic to look over before purchasing. If you are ready to bite the bullet even a $100 to check out a vehicle would be worth it.

smotrs · 11-26-2012, 11:14 PM

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Originally Posted by KCPSD

Update: The guy messed up the vin when he gave it to me. I re-ran the new vin and came up with new info.

The truck is actually an 09, it does have 173k on it. The only thing done on the new Oasis was a reflash and a new HPFP at 86K.

It did not show the "T" update or the new upper and lower radiator hoses.

Does this change your thinking at all?

So it's actually an '09 with minor repairs rather then an '08 with a short block replace?

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senix · 11-27-2012, 05:09 AM

An 09 is certainly better. But still push for some warranty. HPFP replaced might have been due to some bad fuel or something. Nothing concern yourself with.

I'd drive it hard and see how it does.

Check all fluids before you start it. Pay attention to the level in the degas bottle. Then start it and run it hard. Before you shut it down check that level again. Where does it sit? If it is somewhere around the upper outlet that is blocked off then that is good.

KCPSD · 11-27-2012, 12:42 PM

I just ran the CarFax and not to state the obvious, but this guy drove some major miles. It it a one owner with all the service records listed on the Carfax. He averaged about 46K per year, some months were 12,000 mile months. The biggest gap in oil changes are 10-12K, but that was over a one month period.

Is there truth to the highway mileage theory on these motors? This one definately fits the mold for highway usage.

The hardest part is I will be flying to look at the truck. Its about 770 miles from home. I guess I am stuck gambling on a plane ticket price to see if its really worth it or not. I was hoping one of you guys would give me peace of mind and say "oh yeah, you'll be fine"!

senix · 11-27-2012, 01:36 PM

hwy miles are a testement to the dependability of this truck/motor. Those are generally the best miles to have and the fewest of issues obviously.

So there was nothing closer to home to look at?

KCPSD · 11-27-2012, 02:12 PM

There isnt anything even close to that price for a 6.4. I can find high mileage 6.o's all day, but I would really like to go with the 6.4. May have to settle for a 6.o if this one doesn't pan out.

wheelhopper · 11-28-2012, 06:48 AM

In many cases high miles is better than low miles. Take it for a drive. I would take some test strips to test the antifreeze. Otherwise I would chance it. You have service records to show regular maintenance.

I would be asking that much for my '02 with 185K.

fatboytx · 11-29-2012, 06:16 PM

Here in Tx, that is considered low mileage and the truck would sell for more $. I've seen clean 08s 6.4 sell for low $30s. My buddy bought a 7.3 with 130k on it for about $12k and now has about 260k miles on it. I guess it's all relative.

**TousleyParts** · 11-29-2012, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by wheelhopper

In many cases high miles is better than low miles. Take it for a drive. I would take some test strips to test the antifreeze. Otherwise I would chance it. You have service records to show regular maintenance.

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Good point

Have you actually seen the truck in person yet? If its in decent shape, I'd go for it.

wingnut60 · 11-29-2012, 08:09 PM

Well, unless he is a salesman like I am--he was towing/delivering trailers/hauling cars.
I have 125k on my '09 and I would trust it to go anywhere. Just got back from 4-month trip to Alaska. Miles aren't a problem if it was maintained.
Joe

KCPSD · 11-29-2012, 08:55 PM

The carfax shows a steady maintenance record.

I haven't seen it in person so that's what is so hard to decide. I am a pretty picky person, most of my stuff stays in showroom condition its entire life, but I know I am buying a used truck. Guy says its a 9

! Yeah, right.

Anyways, pretty sure I am on a plane Saturday to go get it.

What kind of test strips are we talking about? I am new to all these rediculous things the 6.4 requires. I have a 400K mile 7.3 that requires oil/fuel filter changes and thats it!