Struggling with my Decision!

[Garrett]

Option 1: Fully loaded Platinum Expedition

Option 2: Gator Reserve w/Tech package


Option 1 is about 7-8K cheaper with the current incentives AND I get everything the Gator offers, just in a different / less luxurious package. Additionally, the kid(s) get the RSE.

However, after test driving the Gator, nothing compares honestly. The Expy will totally suit our needs and I'll feel less worried about the kid(s) and dogs tearing things up over the course of time.

I'm keeping this thing for 8 years, hence analysis paralysis! Either way, I'm pulling the trigger tomorrow and then I'm done with it!

 

[dlcorbett]

Navigator...it comes with wi fi and ur kiddies prolli already have tablets so the rse will be mute. Going off reviews both consumers and critics, the navi feels every bit the asking price, the expy, not so much. Get what you love and you clearly love the nav more. Im honestly puttin my money away cuz when my lease is up, im gettin the refreshed navi reserve.

 

[JExpedition07]

I say go Expedition, if you are keeping it 8 years it will age much better than the Navi. Less to break and it seems all the higher end ones go obselete quicker and age not so well when compared to the regular. Think an 08’ Navigator vs 08’ Expedition.... one ages a lot better than the other. Tech is the first thing to go obselete on any vehicle so when buying long term it’s not really the highest priority, as it’s not going to be relevant that long. It’s like looking back at those old Buick’s with the big digital screen and cluster, kind of a laughing stock now..... imagine how the Navi will be looked at with it’s screens everywhere in the vehicle as it ages.

 

[Garrett]

The extra 8k can go to my house, a much better investment...

 

[rcompart]

Get the Expy. You’ll save the 8k now, another 5-10k on stuff that will break after the Navi is out of warranty and then you can laugh out loud when you find out they hold the same value when you’re ready to sell it in 2025.

 

[shane_th_ee]

What do you have to give up to come up with the $8k? That’s almost a $100/mo you could spend on something else...

 

[John Christopher]

Option 1: Fully loaded Platinum Expedition

Option 2: Gator Reserve w/Tech package


Option 1 is about 7-8K cheaper with the current incentives AND I get everything the Gator offers, just in a different / less luxurious package. Additionally, the kid(s) get the RSE.

However, after test driving the Gator, nothing compares honestly. The Expy will totally suit our needs and I'll feel less worried about the kid(s) and dogs tearing things up over the course of time.

I'm keeping this thing for 8 years, hence analysis paralysis! Either way, I'm pulling the trigger tomorrow and then I'm done with it!

This is a great problem to be struggling with. Lol. Some people worry about paying the rent. I would go with the Navigator. Good luck in whatever one you choose.

 

[Flexpedition]

Get the Navigator otherwise you'll beat yourself up the next few years. In the grand scheme of things its not much more money.

If you want cheap, get a Transit Connect van.

 

[edizzle]

Assuming they are equipped equally...........

The exterior is subjective. I actually prefer the Ford on that one. I will give the wheels to Lincoln for sure. The front end, I prefer the ford.

That leaves the interior, is it worth $8k? It is beautiful and is being heralded as such. I guess that depends on your bank account!

The rest of the truck is virtually identical. Some slight suspension differences in regards to the tuning of the CCD. I will say, never having driven the Lincoln, the ford rides like a dream in normal. I didn’t try ECO. I put it in sport on the way up the mountain in pouring rain and surprisingly, it handled much smaller than it actually is.

Just my 2 cents

 

[dlcorbett]

I believe the nav has a slightly softer set up than the expys ccd.

 

[rjdelp7]

2 year lease, with option to buy. This is a Expedition forum, so most will pick Expedition.

 

[Artie]

Of course I’m biased because we went with the Navigator but the interior was worth it for us.... really worth it for my wife. We’ve never had a car this nice and 7-8k on a 85k vehicle didn’t seem to be that big a deal. We bought for long term and got a long extended warranty to handle any issues that may arrise with the tech. Sure it will be outdated soon but that is an issue with any tech and we are at an age where we don’t mind holding on to outdated tech until it’s really worth the upgrade. Walking up the the navigator at night and getting the welcome lighting still makes me smile. Plus you get the extra horsepower.

 

[edizzle]

Of course I’m biased because we went with the Navigator but the interior was worth it for us.... really worth it for my wife. We’ve never had a car this nice and 7-8k on a 85k vehicle didn’t seem to be that big a deal. We bought for long term and got a long extended warranty to handle any issues that may arrise with the tech. Sure it will be outdated soon but that is an issue with any tech and we are at an age where we don’t mind holding on to outdated tech until it’s really worth the upgrade. Walking up the the navigator at night and getting the welcome lighting still makes me smile. Plus you get the extra horsepower.

So snootie!!!! LOL

 

[JExpedition07]

Of course I’m biased because we went with the Navigator but the interior was worth it for us.... really worth it for my wife. We’ve never had a car this nice and 7-8k on a 85k vehicle didn’t seem to be that big a deal. We bought for long term and got a long extended warranty to handle any issues that may arrise with the tech. Sure it will be outdated soon but that is an issue with any tech and we are at an age where we don’t mind holding on to outdated tech until it’s really worth the upgrade. Walking up the the navigator at night and getting the welcome lighting still makes me smile. Plus you get the extra horsepower.

I have the same philosophy as you, but some need the latest and greatest. I’m all good with outdated too, outdated doesn’t mean bad but some people don’t get that.

 

[edizzle]

 

[JExpedition07]

 

[edizzle]

LOL!!!!!!

 

[Garrett]

Went with the fully loaded Expedition, identical to @edizzle , but with second row bench vs. buckets. The funny thing is the dealer told us if we change our mind and opt of a Navigator later on, they won't charge a dime because they need more Expy's on the lot..ha! They didn't even request any down payment.

8 week order cycle and I got the verbal accept on my trade-in value (doesn't mean much, but I can use it later if need be).

I'm still working on one dealership to drop their drawers for a Navigator select, but I doubt they do it. That would be the only reason I back out, as it's a select with PP seats, Pano and Tech. Currently about 7K more, but they are mulling over an offer to make it 3K more. Doubt they take it, which is fine with me!

 

[Artie]

Lol that escalated quickly hahahaha.
Honestly though, as a car owner you spend all the time inside the vehicle so the interior is a big part of the purchase, if you aren’t totally happy inside the car why buy.

 

[rcompart]

Lol that escalated quickly hahahaha.
Honestly though, as a car owner you spend all the time inside the vehicle so the interior is a big part of the purchase, if you aren’t totally happy inside the car why buy.

I’m in 100% agreement with you about the importance of loving the interior. I love the exterior of the Navi but things I very strongly disliked about the interior played an important factor in it not being what we bought and it was the same for the Platinum Expy. I really wanted the massage seats but wasn’t willing to give up the ebony headliner and pillar trim. Whatever you decide on, you’re going to love it either way. These are some mighty fine vehicles Ford is now making.