1997 FORD F350

OVERVIEW

This single-owner 1997 Ford F-350 XLT is a longbed, crew-cab 4x4 pickup that was initially purchased by the seller's grandfather in Utah and has remained within the family in the same state. It has accumulated 98,465 miles and is propelled by a Power Stroke 7.3-liter turbodiesel V8, paired with a rebuilt four-speed automatic transmission and a dual-range transfer case. The truck features power interior options, air conditioning, a CB radio, seating for six passengers, and a CD sound system. Its exterior is finished in tan metallic, complementing the tan cloth interior. The sale includes the original tailgate (not installed), a clean CARFAX report, and a clear title in the seller's grandfather's name.

EXTERIOR – FEATURES

The crew-cab exterior of this vehicle is coated in tan metallic and boasts a longbed body style. Notable exterior features encompass a smoked bug deflector, chrome bumpers, swing-away side mirrors, aluminum running boards and mud guards, wheel arch moldings, a sliding rear window, diamond plate aluminum bed caps, dual fuel tanks, 4x4 Off-Road decals, and a customized tailgate. The exterior condition is detailed by the seller, who mentions the presence of minor rust and scratches on the body, some peeling paint on the hood, and a blemish on the roof caused by the CB radio antenna mount. The bed-mounted fifth-wheel tow hitch setup visible in the photos is not part of the sale, though the seller is open to discussing its inclusion if desired.

EXTERIOR – WHEELS AND TIRES

Aftermarket polished aluminum 16-inch wheels exhibit signs of corrosion on the center caps, as indicated in the accompanying photos.

INTERIOR – FEATURES

The interior accommodates six passengers and features tan cloth captain’s chairs in the front with a fold-down third center seat, along with a bench seat in the rear. The same matching tan cloth material is applied to the door panels, dashboard, headliner, carpeting, and floor mats. Notable features include tinted windows, wing windows, an under-dash Cobra CB radio, cruise control, an AM/FM/CD radio, air conditioning, power windows, power door locks, and adjustable lumbar support for the two primary front seats. The seller mentions a minor tear in the upholstery on the passenger side of the rear seat.

INTERIOR – GAUGES

The dashboard houses an 85-mph speedometer, a 4,000-rpm tachometer, and supplementary gauges for monitoring fuel level, coolant temperature, oil pressure, and voltage. The digital odometer displays a reading of 98,465 miles, which corresponds with the latest mileage entry on the CARFAX report, recorded at 95,161 miles in April 2019.

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

The Power Stroke 7.3-liter turbodiesel V8 initially boasted a rating of 215 horsepower and 425 lb-ft of torque upon its introduction. The CARFAX report indicates that servicing was carried out in 2019 at Performance Ford, which encompassed a maintenance inspection as well as the replacement of wiper blades. Power is efficiently distributed to all four wheels through a column-shifted four-speed automatic transmission, which underwent rebuilding at 55,000 miles. This power is managed via a dual-range transfer case and manually-locking front hubs.

UNDERCARRIAGE

Braking is effectively managed by power-assisted front discs, complemented by anti-lock rear drums. Notably, the front and rear differentials, transfer case, and other key chassis components have undergone servicing within the last 10,000 miles, as noted in the CARFAX report. For a comprehensive view of the vehicle's underside, reference the accompanying photos available in the carousel on the right-hand side.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

The CARFAX report traces back to December 1996, indicating sole ownership in Utah since the vehicle's inception. The most recent entry shows a Utah emissions inspection carried out in July 2022. The offering encompasses the original tailgate, which has not been installed.