2005 Ford F350 Sport 4WD

LOCAL TRADE IN GREAT SHAPE PRICED TO SELL, , Vehicle Overview, , For 2005, a new 6.8-liter V-10 gains 52 horsepower compared with its predecessor, and the 5.4-liter V-8 produces 40 hp more than the previous version. A new TowCommand System with an integrated electric trailer-brake controller is said to be an industry first. Design revisions incorporate elements of the Mighty F-350 Tonka concept truck., , The full-size F-350 Super Duty pickup comes in regular-cab, SuperCab and Crew Cab configurations and is offered in XL, XLT and Lariat trim levels. Harley-Davidson and King Ranch editions are offered. Available with a "flame" paint option for 2005, the Harley-Davidson model has 20-inch aluminum wheels, a chrome tubular step bar, Harley-Davidson Bar & Shield logos and other distinct styling cues., , Exterior, , The F-350's front-end styling is similar to that of the F-250's; both display a bolder, more upright grille than the one on the half-ton F-150. Full-size F-350 Super Duty pickups are available with a choice of five wheelbases and either a 6.75- or 8-foot cargo box. Regular-cab models have two doors, while SuperCab pickups add rear half-doors. Crew Cab models have four conventional front-hinged doors. These pickups can have rear- or four-wheel drive and single or dual rear wheels on each side., , Front tow hooks are standard. XLT models feature a chrome front bumper and bright grille, versus an argent grille for the XL. Stepping up to the Lariat edition adds standard cab steps, fog lamps and a sliding rear window., , Interior, , Either two or three occupants can fit inside a regular-cab pickup. SuperCab and Crew Cab models hold up to four, five or six occupants, depending on the model., , Extra equipment on the XLT includes air conditioning, power windows and locks, cloth seats, cruise control, a tilt steering wheel and a CD player. A power driver's seat and leather front seats go in the Lariat., , Under the Hood, , Three engines are available in the F-350 Super Duty. The 5.4-liter V-8 produces 300 hp, while the 6.8-liter V-10 is rated at 362 hp and 457 pounds-feet of torque. An available 6.0-liter turbo-diesel V-8 generates 325 hp and 570 pounds-feet of torque. A six-speed-manual transmission is standard, and a five-speed automatic is optional., , Safety, , Only the federally required front airbags are installed. Antilock brakes are standard.