Ford F-150 fx4 (Raptor Svt)
Specifications
| Year | 2005 |
| Mileage | 182,000 mi |
| Transmission | Auto |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Body Style | Pickup |
| Condition | Good |
| Title Status | Clean |
| Exterior Color | Blue |
| Engine | 8 cylinders |
Owner's Pitch
"Custom 2005 F-150 FX4 with full Raptor SVT conversion! Features fiberglass bodywork, Fox shocks, and SVT lift kit. Recently replaced CV axles. Perfect project for an enthusiast looking for the Raptor look at a fraction of the price. 4WD works great, V8 power. Selling as-is due to upcoming move."
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Description
Overview: This 2005 Ford F-150 FX4 has been converted to a Raptor SVT clone. It features fiberglass fenders and hood, Fox shocks, and a full SVT-style lift kit assembly. It is a high-style truck offered at a project-ready price point.
Condition and Maintenance: The truck runs and drives, but the reverse gear has become intermittent after a recent CV axle replacement. The interior and exterior paint would benefit from some cosmetic touch-ups to match the aggressive Raptor styling.
Important Sale Terms: The vehicle is being sold as-is. The tags expired in September, and the buyer will be responsible for obtaining a smog certificate and handling the registration renewal. Recent work includes a new shifter cable and linkage.
Seller Motivation: Moving out of state soon and looking for a quick sale to downsize. Open to trades for reliable SUVs like a 4Runner, Tacoma, or other dependable trucks.
Market Highlights
- The Project Paradox: While a 'Raptor clone' carries significant visual appeal in the Southern California truck scene, mechanical reliability is the primary driver of value. A truck with a failing transmission and expired registration is viewed as a liability rather than an asset by most private party buyers.
- San Diego Truck Market: Southern California remains one of the strongest markets for F-150s, particularly 4WD models. However, the requirement for a smog certificate at the point of sale makes 'project' trucks like this difficult to move unless priced significantly below the cost of a running, street-legal equivalent.
- The Conversion Value: The Fox shocks and fiberglass fenders represent several thousand dollars in parts. However, in the used market, modifications rarely return more than 20-30% of their cost, especially when the underlying vehicle requires immediate mechanical attention to be a reliable daily driver.