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Old Dec 15, 2009 | 12:40 AM
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Apparently cleaning up a car you intend to sell is highly overrated. I found this Ford F-350 for sale. It may have 409,000 miles on it but you could really help your case if you pick the trash up off the floor and wipe the spilled soda off the dash.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/DIESE...item3ca864a1b3
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Old Dec 15, 2009 | 12:47 AM
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Hmmm. honesty is the best policy?

Maybe after 400K miles it doesn't matter, even though it would take a scant 45 seconds to clear the trash out of the cab. You either want the thing or you don't I guess.

I wonder what was in the McDonaldland bag? Looks pretty big, I'm guessing at least a Royale with cheese plus large fries.

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Old Dec 15, 2009 | 01:50 AM
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Cleaning is a pain in the ass. You have 400k on the odometer, take it or leave it.
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Old Dec 15, 2009 | 04:39 AM
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Um, it be wun ob dem pik-um-up-teeerucks.... Naw, jus aquck warsh ann ill be fine...



I agree, at least clean it out and wipe the thing off.
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Old Dec 15, 2009 | 04:50 AM
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They could put $50 worth of clean up into in and probably get $500 more out of it.
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Old Dec 15, 2009 | 06:06 AM
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Weird...it looks like it has leather but roll down windows...weird optioning system
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Old Dec 15, 2009 | 09:15 AM
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lawl mcdonalds bag in the front seat...
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Old Dec 15, 2009 | 09:35 AM
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Originally Posted by Shift_Acura
Weird...it looks like it has leather but roll down windows...weird optioning system
That there is good 'ol fashioned vinyl.
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Old Dec 15, 2009 | 10:02 AM
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I guess this redefines the term "beater".
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Old Dec 15, 2009 | 08:01 PM
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He should be paying someone to haul it off for him...
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Old Dec 15, 2009 | 08:52 PM
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Nice, diesel do run forever especially that 7.3. I like how the "auto check" says the last odometer reading was 20 miles haha Guess it didn't go to the dealer much
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Old Dec 15, 2009 | 11:27 PM
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As if the 400k wasn't enough of a deterrent?
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Old Dec 16, 2009 | 12:10 PM
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Originally Posted by CLtotheTL32


I guess this redefines the term "beater".
+1
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Old Dec 16, 2009 | 12:26 PM
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Originally Posted by TheMirror
That there is good 'ol fashioned vinyl.


This is clearly a work truck model which is the absolute lowest trim you can get
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Old Dec 16, 2009 | 02:14 PM
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I always makes me wonder why prople with new cars don't clean up before taking pics, seriously how hard is it to vacuum your carpet?
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Old Dec 16, 2009 | 02:49 PM
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1999 Ford F350 diesel 409000 miles this i bought two years ago from a fleet of trucks the mechanic is a friend and he told me which ones to buy. I have owned 3 1999 ford diesel 7.3 this is the model ford got right lots of power good fuel mileage 15-20 depending on how you drive. This is the crew cab with 4 full size doors and the 8 ft bed. the engine runs smooth and quietly. I have just bought some really good tires for it which i will mount on it I have replaced the alternator the brakes and brake lines. I replaced the windshield and sealed it all the 1999 fords had bad windshield seals this is why i had to replace the electrical parts and fuse box as well. It will come with the original am/fm radio. The body is good there is a hole thru a small spot in the back tail gate. I have a nice shiny fender for the truck to replace the steel front bumper which is rusty. i would hop in this truck and drive cross country and back. i own it free and clear and have the title in my hand. I am only selling it because i need the cash to pay for other bills i would prefer to keep it I am going to set a starting price and no reserve so steal it. You can pick it up here in Hatfield Ma if you like. I have a good friend who we could probably talk in to driving it to you for a little cash he is the mechanic who has worked on the truck for the last two years He will go anywhere in the usa. any questions just ask. There is no warranty guarantee or anything like that what you buy is what you get. The pictures are of the actual vehicle
it looks like Water-S is selling this truck
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Old Dec 16, 2009 | 02:52 PM
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Sheesh, It's only $25 bucks for a vacuum/touchless wash/dry/windows/tires/interior wipe at the place I go to.
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Old Dec 16, 2009 | 04:16 PM
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Carriage House?
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Old Dec 16, 2009 | 04:25 PM
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yep.
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Old Dec 16, 2009 | 06:40 PM
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They do good work there. If I can't get to my car on my own I'll go there...NEVER Kaady.
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Old Dec 16, 2009 | 09:22 PM
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They haven't ever disappointed me. The $25 and under packages are an alright value when it's cold out and you're pinched for time but still want a clean car.
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