robcal
Tremor Member
- Joined
- Jan 8, 2021
- Messages
- 10
- Reaction Points
- 19
- Location
- Frisco, TX
- Current Ride
- 2021 F-250 Tremor
I just purchased a 2021 F-250 Lariat Tremor with Diesel engine. I'm considering purchasing either the Premium ESP (covers 1000+ components) at about half price by using a Ford dealership online. So for example an 8 year / 100K mile Premium ESP will cost $2,384 or 8 year 60K files for $1324.
What's driving me is that the 2006 Ford Explorer that I am replacing has ~125K miles on it and has had the transmission replaced 3 times. Once at 11K miles, again at 45K miles, and again at 100K miles. The last two times cost me out of pocket. Unfortunately there is a well known issue with this year transmission that Ford will not acknowledge or cover. So I am looking to avoid a similar scenario with the F250. This is my first F250 so I'm not familiar with their reliability history. Specifically the Diesel and 10 speed transmission.
Thoughts on whether this is a worthwhile investment? Any input is greatly appreciated. I plan on keeping the trunk for 10+ years.
What's driving me is that the 2006 Ford Explorer that I am replacing has ~125K miles on it and has had the transmission replaced 3 times. Once at 11K miles, again at 45K miles, and again at 100K miles. The last two times cost me out of pocket. Unfortunately there is a well known issue with this year transmission that Ford will not acknowledge or cover. So I am looking to avoid a similar scenario with the F250. This is my first F250 so I'm not familiar with their reliability history. Specifically the Diesel and 10 speed transmission.
Thoughts on whether this is a worthwhile investment? Any input is greatly appreciated. I plan on keeping the trunk for 10+ years.