Why are powerstrokes so cheap??

[Dave2011]

I am 16 and just got a job so now I want a diesel. I have always loved diesels and got the bug without even owning one. I don't understand why powestrokes are so much cheaper than cummins diesels. I want one for reliability and to go fast. I only haul a 5000lb tractor 5 times a year so idk which one to get.

[symbols]

First of all welcome to the org!

What year model and price range are you looking for?

[SuperCrutyPS]

Originally Posted by Dave2011

I am 16 and just got a job so now I want a diesel. I have always loved diesels and got the bug without even owning one. I don't understand why powestrokes are so much cheaper than cummins diesels. I want one for reliability and to go fast. I only haul a 5000lb tractor 5 times a year so idk which one to get.

1) Ford sells more diesel-powered pick ups that GM and Dodge...combined. So there are probably just more of them.
2) Economy down turn - Some people got rid of them or didn't buy as many. To move 'em, dealers are lowering the price.

Good to see you are young...er and are looking at diesels. I wished I'd a looked at them closer when I was young instead of waiting till I was....um.....uh....what's the word?

BTW...

[6.0 p-stroke]

be careful, it becomes addicting!

[Dave2011]

Thanks and I was looking at the 7.3 because I really want the relaibilty. Right now I have a dodge v10 my dad gave me. There is just no performance market for it. I love the look of the fords. I just want it to be reliable and the fastest truck in town. lol

[lcducote]

hey welcome to the org! and yes be careful it is addicting. i am 18 and have had three powerstrokes early 99, 02, and 04. they are addicting... my 02 has sucked up about 5000 bucks hope you find what your looking for!

BTW.. MY 99 IS FOR SALE. $6000 ;D

[sirnunya]

start looking into the price of injectors for the 7.3 and begin to cry when you compare to the 5.9. Fast and reliable is gonna take some coin

Welcome to the ADDICTION, the 7.3 is a great motor. do some research and find out what you want exactly and then find out what mods you want to do.

JUST A WARNING: IT CAN BECOME VERY VERY ADDICTIVE....

[Jesse.James]

I bought mine when i was 18 and im 22 now and i still love it! 7.3s are as reliable as any of them however maybe not the fastest....but they are fast enough. Good luck with your purchase

[Dave2011]

Thanks everyone. I think my price range will be around 15k max. Is there anything I should look for when buying one? Everyone in my town seems to have a dodge that can barely puff out smoke and they think they are Jeff Gordon. I want something different