Eddie Bauer vs Limited

[2LMAKER]

Hello
Not sure if this is correct forum here goes. I'm new to Ford so still learning the trim level differences.
Thought I had a 2008 EL limited purchased but deal fell thru. Now looking again. Found a 2007 EL EB loaded with all same options basicly as the limited I liked. What is difference between EB & Limited
Thanks
Rob

 

[Stoned06]

Basic ones are monotone paint and interior. Limited will have most features standard that are optional on the EB, except Rear seat entertainment, NAV, and the likes.

 

[jglopic]

Agreed. Limited comes with a little more standard equipment, although not a lot. Main difference is appearance - EB has the gold-tone rocker panels and wheel-well arches, while the Limited is mono-tone (grills may be different, too). EB has dark accents on the interior (center console and door panels, I think), while the Limited is color-matched to the seats.

My wife likes the interior of the Limited better, so that's what we got!

 

[RI-Matt]

If we are just talking about the 07 and 08 models the only things you can't get on the Eddie Bauer that were "Limited Only" items are:

PowerFold Mirrors
Chrome Roof Rack
Leather/Wood Steering Wheel
10 way Power Passenger Seat
Body Color Mirror caps, Grille, Bumpers & Cladding
18" Chrome Clad Wheels
Blackout Headlights

Other than that everything else can be had on an EB that was available on a Limited, provided the option box was checked. Obviously there are differences like interior color and trim ( wood type ) The limiteds came standard with alot of stuff that were options on EB.

As the years go by, more and more stuff is not specific to Limiteds anymore.


Matt

 

[igneous]

Here's a good link 2008 Ford Expedition Limited - Overview - CarGurus

If you're gonna tow anything get the HD tow package. Easiest way to check that is just look at the hitch, left side will have 4 pin (boat pigtail) and right side will have round 7 pin.

 

[2LMAKER]

Thanks for the reply's. On another note is there any reason to go with 08 as opposed to 07 given equally equipped and priced vehicles? Except for a few options that are available for 08 ( rearview camera and power folding running boards) did Ford make any mechanicle upgrades. From my research it seems they came in 09.
Thanks again

 

[RI-Matt]

The 07's have the old style heads w/plugs that usually break when removing. Ford changed to the newer style in late November 07 so the 08's built after that have the newer design.

Other than that I think mechanically they were identical.

Matt

 

[01yellerCobra]

The 07's have the old style heads w/plugs that usually break when removing. Ford changed to the newer style in late November 07 so the 08's built after that have the newer design.

Other than that I think mechanically they were identical.

Matt

The plugs were changed in late 08. I have an 08 and it has the two piece plugs. Well, had. I swapped them for the one piece version.

Honestly, the plugs shouldn't be a deciding factor. Just don't wait until 100K+ to change them.

 

[RI-Matt]

Check your build date. The change was made in late 07 for model year 08's. You may have an earlier build 08, I would guess prior to 12/07.

I will see if I can find the notice from Ford.


Matt

 

[01yellerCobra]

I know it's an early build 08. They did the same thing with Mustangs.

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