Should I trade?

[liftedpsd]

Recently I bought a 2006 Eddie Bauer expedition. I love it but it is 2wd. I'm thinking about trading it in on an 04 Eddie Bauer expedition with more options and 4wd. I'd most likely get money back on the trade just don't know how much yet. What do you guys think?

 

[sgtowing]

trade. it's a 4x4 plus it has the 2v 5.4 so you can do the the lightning blower mod. plus it's still a second gen so you still get the benefits.

 

[liftedpsd]

Mine has 93k an the other one has 106k. How much should I expect back from the trade? Dealer is calling me Monday.

 

[sgtowing]

with the mileage being close and the older one haveing more options and 4x4, i'd say you should be at an even swap or close to either way. just check to make sure the 4x4 works as well as the additional options.

 

[toms89]

Since you live in Florida I would say you will never have to worry about snow. So the question is do you ever plan to go off roading. If not there is no need for 4wd. If you do then go for it.

Keep in mind the dealer will only do it if there is some profit to made by him in some way by doing this trade. Just business.

 

[liftedpsd]

Ok thanks.. Ya it has heated and cooled seats, 4x4 and also has air suspension. Not so sure about air suspension. Do they have a lot of problems with that or is it nothing to worry about?

 

[toms89]

I can tell you I have seen many post about converting to standard suspension after they have issues with it. Not sure of the pros and cons with it. You might try a search on this site.

Im sure some with experience with it will chime in.

 

[limited4x4expy]

The 04 has about 40 less hp than your 06, and it's going to weigh more if it's 4x4 so mpg will go down too.. Just something to think about. But the heated and cooled seats are nice.

 

[liftedpsd]

Thanks for all the replies. And yes I know dealer will only do it if it profits them.. I think it'd be easier for them to sell a 2006 than a 2004. And while I don't use 4x4 much my parents live on a dirt road and when it rains it pours and floods. Plus a lot of the areas I'm at are dirt roads and even when they aren't if you pull over on side of road it's a grove with sugar sand and these heavy vehicles hate sugar sand.. That's about the only reason I'd get a 4x4 and probably after the new year I'll get an edge programmer for it to help with power and mileage. Hopefully I'll get good news Monday.

 

[GAINMOB]

bottom line...do you want or need 4x4...

 

[dougmcp]

Trading a known vehicle for an unknown is always questionable.
The odds of a 4WD being driven harder in it's past life are greater than a 2WD.
4WD has a better resale value but you are stepping down 2 years.
4WD has substantially higher per mile costs to drive (MPG, maintenance, repairs and parts).
Do a Kelley Blue Book comparison to see where you stand price-wise.
I see all the advantage here going to the dealer.
Bottom line: If you love the vehicle, you'll buy it anyway.

 

[liftedpsd]

Well mine is also an unknown as I just bought it last month.. Cleaned it up and was going to go look at other vehicles tomorrow but as I was cleaning it I noticed how beautiful this thing was and how well it was taken care of. There is absolutely no scratches on the exterior and the interior and immaculate. Never really noticed how clean it actually was till I went over all the seats and really noticed that the rear seats haven't really ever been used. So I decided to keep it and start modding it soon! thanks guys for your help.. I'll miss 4wd but I can do without!

 

[liftedpsd]

Oh and I'll take pictures tomorrow. Could I ask a favor and could I email someone the pictures do they could post them for me? I only have my phone and it won't let me post pictures here. Thanks!

 

[sgtowing]

You could be the first and do a double solid axle conversion and add the transfer case to make it 4x4.

 

[liftedpsd]

Lol I wish I had the money right now my goals are to get windows tired and exhaust system...lol it's rough being 24 having 3 kids and one on way and working for the city not making much haha.. Luckily the expedition is paid off so no vehicle payments.. So soon those two mods will be done.

 

[sgtowing]

Damn 3 1/2 kids!!!! I take you have figured out what causes them. Haha

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