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1998 Ford F-150 User Reviews

1998 Ford F-150 Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 46 reviews

  • Performance:3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars 3.9 / 5
  • Appearance:4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars 4.2 / 5
  • Build Quality:4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars 4.4 / 5
  • Overall:4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars 4.5 / 5

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PROS
"power" 18 reviews
"ride" 13 reviews
"fuel economy" 13 reviews
"wheel" 6 reviews
"handling" 4 reviews
CONS
"fuel economy" 16 reviews
"power" 5 reviews
"small power" 4 reviews

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Matt writes:
1998 Ford F-150 3 Dr XL 4WD Extended Cab LB Review
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Like full size trucks you will like this one. Plenty of towing power.

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Gas hog.

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F150 — Fairly dependable truck. A big gas hog! I get only about 12 miles to the gallon. It has a lot of power. It should since it uses so much gas. Pulled a uhaul trailer through the mountains of Colorado and it had no problems. Feel lucky that the previous owner took care of it. The only thing is some rust underneath due to the winters in Colorado. Definitely a truck I would recommend for heavy work.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Spencer writes:
1998 Ford F-150 3 Dr Lariat 4WD Extended Cab SB Review
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its nice and quiet for when your sneakin onto a farmers land at 6 AM to hunt. Also great for towing and hauling stuff

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mpg is kinda low

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Be Nice To Your Truck — Its got great handling and braking. The acceleration is great for a 4.6l v8. i wish it was a 5.4 but what can you do. I did have to do a few repairs on it over the past few years. The sway bar endlinks did rust through and have to be replaced for like $20. The rear diff got water in it and need to have the fluid changed (dont forget friction modifier!), which was due to pilot error ( don't submerge the back half of your truck in water to pull out a boat...) and brake torque burnouts do put enough to stress on your car to eventually break your u-joints. I have had a problem with a squeak in the suspension in the front passanger side. Inside of the car looks great with the 50th aniversary leather seats. Outside is a bit scratched up from hunting, but looks good after a wax, especially the 4x4 emblems on the sides. Although it costs a pretty penny to drive, with 10 - 12 mpg but if you need a truck, its a good one. Its tons of fun to drive, on and off-road. handles great in the mud if you got 4x4.

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Justin writes:
1998 Ford F-150 3 Dr XLT Extended Cab SB Review
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It is an overall great truck and no matter what happens to it, it will always be with me even when the wheels fall off.

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The only draw backs to my truck is the gas milage and some body damage.

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My Truck. — my truck is 13 years old and the only problem i have had out of it is a slight coolant leak fixed it 45 minutes. It drives great and sounds great with the straights on it. Performance is pretty good for a small V8 it has great torque and handles pretty good too.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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79strat writes:
1998 Ford F-150 3 Dr XLT Extended Cab LB Review
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nice ride

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breaks are spongy

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98 F 150 — I have 318,000 miles what else can be said ? I just now need to put a transmission in it. Paint is still very good I think this is the only year that they put 3 doors in them I wish it had 4

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Liam writes:
1998 Ford F-150 3 Dr XLT 4WD Extended Cab SB Review
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Power, pretty, good options, power everything, can tow, milage is good for a truck

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lug pattern, mass airflow sensor, restrictive slow for air induction

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Fords 1998 F-150 Xlt 5.4 Liter V-8 — All around great truck, however it was in a sort of leap year for lug patterns, and it is hard to find any rims with the 5 on 135 pattern. However the 5.4 well makes up for this in power and torque. The overhead cam and bullet proof block make it a power house for this little body. However the Mass air flow sensor is crap. Pure crap.

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Benjamin writes:
1998 Ford F-150 2 Dr XL 4WD Standard Cab LB Review
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Starts like a champ.. never had a problem

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Tie Rods.. I just thinks its the make but I seem to be bustin those things all the time

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The Beast — I love the truck but its about to turn 100 soon and will definitely become the work truck instead of the normal ride soon enough. You gotta love that 4x4 and also the 32 inches of rubber. With some after market step rails the body still looks pretty clean besides some rust here and there and a few dings. Besides that there is nothing I rather be in then a big ole truck!

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mr_dan_mule writes:
1998 Ford F-150 2 Dr XLT Standard Cab SB Review
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Lots of room.  Seating for 3.

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Paint job is dull.

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Great Truck With Lousy Paint! — I enjoyed driving the Ford F-150. It was roomy and spacious with plenty of storage compartments. I like not having a center console and being able to move freely in the cabin. I also like being able to seat 3 people comfortably. This is a nice truck with the exception of the paint. The paint on the F-150 is very dull.

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Tyson writes:
1998 Ford F-150 3 Dr XLT Extended Cab SB Review
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Solid truck

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No bad qualities

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1998 F150 — Outstanding truck. Lasts forever tons of fun to drive. A little slow at the top end but a tune up is all that's necessary. Fair price for plates. Awesome 4x4 for tons of fun when the road is too boring

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Peter writes:
1998 Ford F-150 3 Dr Lariat 4WD Extended Cab SB Review
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It's a Ford.

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Gas.

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1998 Ford F150 — Great truck I love to drive it. The truck was very well put together, have had no problems. The only thing I have had to do with the truck is change the oil. I am the second owner and I love it.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Terry writes:
1998 Ford F-150 3 Dr Lariat Extended Cab SB Review
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Its just an all around awesome truck

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factory sound system was not too great

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The Best Trucks In The World - Ford :-) — My truck has over 250,000 miles on it. It still runs and looks great, I would say that repair bills have been less than expected for a vehicle its age. The power and gas mileage have gone down slightly over the years, but that is expected.

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Cost $15,475 Original MSRP $6,836 Average Instant Market Value $5,498 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 18 21 20
Horsepower 210 200 175
Crash Test Rating 5 4
Front Leg Room (inches) 40.9 41.3 41.0

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2013 Ford F-150 Reviews

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2012 Ford F-150 Reviews

This Truck So Far Has Been A Sweet Ride...quiet, Fast, Just An All Around Pleasure To Drive By meanoldmoe

I read up a lot on full size trucks and took a few for drives. I settled on the 2012 F-150 with the Ecoboost motor, just because it has gobs of power and was rated with excellent fuel economy. I h... Read More

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the only thing i must say that i dont like about this truck is the gas mileage, everything els about it seems to be top of the line, sync is a great feature in this truck and the sony sound system is ... Read More

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2011 Ford F-150 Reviews

Best Truck For The Money...period By Brianfoundmycar

The biggest news for 2011 is the fact that Ford has all new powertrains that kick the crap out of the 2010 and older models. Not only that but they deliver better fuel economy too! If you are going to... Read More

Haul Kids Or Haul Wood...it Does It All! By zjames

this truck gets excellent mileage for a full sized pickup and the cab is extremely well designed and spacious. the rear seats fold up and out of the way if you want to haul something large inside the... Read More

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2010 Ford F-150 Reviews

Fantastic Truck By rangertmldr

Great acceleration with 5.4 v-8. Plenty of power and better gas mileage than the current 6.2l. sun roof and navigation set this apart from other raptors. Most comfortable truck I have ever driven. Bui... Read More

F-150 At Its Best! By barneshawk

This has been my favorite vehicle purchase EVER. This truck has taken my family on a roadtrip from Iowa to Florida with no complaints from the kids and no cramps in my legs. I've pulled both big and s... Read More

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2009 Ford F-150 Reviews

Great Truck For Family Activities By daigleparker

This truly is the most comfortable p/u I've owned. The Super Crew cab is great, plenty for room for 5 Men. Love the leather and dual power seats. THe suspension gives a great ride on and off highway- ... Read More

I Love This Truck! By CedarPark3211

We love this truck! It provides every thing we need in a vehicle when we travel, whether its 200 miles or 2000. Still runs and drives like a new truck, we have driven it to Florida, Colorado and La... Read More

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