I took a look at a 2019 Expedition Limited with 87k miles, one-owner, and regular service history (except for one 17k gap). It’s white with ebony interior, has a panoramic roof, 22” wheels, towing package, parking assist, second-row buckets, rear entertainment, and 4WD. The original sticker price was $78k, and I can get it for $30,995 before they relist it for $36,995.
My wife will mostly use it for local trips—school runs, soccer practice, etc.—plus one big road trip a year. I noticed a lag in the SYNC 3 system, which they’re checking out (looks like it might be the APIM).
Am I nuts for considering this deal?
UPDATE: We decided not to go through with the purchase. It’s a really nice car, but after thinking it through, we’d rather keep our 2021 Honda Odyssey EX-L, which only has 22k miles and is coming off lease soon. We’ll buy it out and take our time to find the right Expedition down the road.
Check if it had the cam phaser recall done and look out for issues with the 10R80 transmission—those can have problems like the CDF drum failing. I had a 2018 Navigator, and I also ran into wheel bearing issues and heater hose replacements before 70k. It’s a great SUV overall, but I’d recommend getting a warranty if you can. Also, consider adding an oil air separator—it helps. Maintenance isn’t cheap without coverage, so just be prepared.
@Mai
This is spot on. I see at least one 10R80 transmission a week, and they usually fail between 50-100k miles. I’ve also done countless cam phaser jobs on the 3.5 Ecoboost.
Dorian said: @Mai
This is spot on. I see at least one 10R80 transmission a week, and they usually fail between 50-100k miles. I’ve also done countless cam phaser jobs on the 3.5 Ecoboost.
Yep, just get an extended warranty and drive it stress-free.
Dorian said: @Mai
This is spot on. I see at least one 10R80 transmission a week, and they usually fail between 50-100k miles. I’ve also done countless cam phaser jobs on the 3.5 Ecoboost.
I have a 2019 Expedition with 67k miles, and the transmission just failed—4th gear went out. The rebuild is costing me $7500. I’m pretty frustrated with Ford right now and probably won’t buy another.
That price seems solid, and you’ll enjoy it. I have a 2016 Expedition EL, and it’s been a champ. I take it from Chicago to Florida every year. The 3.5 Ecoboost gives you plenty of power with decent gas mileage if you keep it around 70 mph.
I’d suggest looking at a post-refresh 3rd-gen Expedition (2015-2017). The platform stayed the same for years, so most of the kinks were worked out. The 6R80 transmission in those years is solid, and you still get the Ecoboost V6.
Payton said: @Mai
You do you, but I’m not giving Ford $100k. You’re just trying to look cool instead of being practical.
No shame here—it looks awesome, and I feel great driving it. The girls love it too. I drove my old Honda Civic for 20 years; now I’m enjoying the upgrade. You’re welcome to spend your money on whatever you value.
Payton said: @Mai
17k sold isn’t impressive. For a car company, that’s barely anything.
That’s because it’s a luxury full-size SUV—17k is a solid number. Most buyers make over $250k a year, so spending $80-100k isn’t a big deal. I used to sell them, and they’re worth it for what you get. If you want to talk about overpriced, go look at the Jeep Grand Wagoneer—it starts higher and doesn’t offer half as much as the Navigator.