2002 Ford Excursion Xlt Sport Utility 4-door 6.8l on 2040-cars

US $10,995.00

Year:2002 Mileage:131035 Color: Blue /
Gray

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Levittown, Pennsylvania, United States

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Fuel Type:GAS
Engine:6.8L 10 Cylinder Gasoline Fuel
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Sport Utility
Vehicle Title:Clear

VIN: 1FMNU41S62EA85865 Year: 2002
Make: Ford
Model: Excursion
Trim: XLT Sport Utility 4-Door
Drive Type: 4WD
Mileage: 131,035
Number of Cylinders: 10
Exterior Color: Blue
Interior Color: Gray

Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ...

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<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Rear window intermittent wiper w/washer</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Color-keyed door handles</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Intermittent windshield wipers</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Privacy glass</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Black running boards</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Black rear step bumper</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Chrome front bumper w/Medium Platinum valance</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Black pwr heated mirrors</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Platinum body-side cladding</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Tri-panel rear door-inc: top half liftgate, 2 lower swing-out cargo doors</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Roof rack w/crossbars</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Crystalline headlights</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Grille w/grey inserts</li>

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<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Cargo net</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Tilt steering column</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Speed control</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Rear window defroster</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Pwr windows w/driver one-touch-down</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Electrochromic rearview mirror</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Cigarette lighter</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Cloth seat trim</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Pwr door locks w/AutoLock</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Glove box</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Rear floor heat ducts</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Color-keyed floor carpeting</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Molded cloth headliner</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Color-keyed instrument panel</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">1st/2nd row color-keyed carpeted floor mats</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">40/20/40 split front bench seat-inc: integral headrests for outboard seating positions, driver manual lumbar</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Instrumentation-inc: tachometer, trip odometer, voltmeter, oil pressure/ coolant temp/fuel gauges</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Color-keyed sun visors-inc: illuminated vanity mirrors, secondary sun blade</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">2nd row reclining 60/40 split bench seat-inc: dual tip/slide feature, center armrests, outboard headrests, cup holders</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Dual coat hooks in cargo area</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Dual coat hooks over 2nd row doors</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">(6) cup holders</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">3rd row 3-passenger removable fold-flat bench seat w/rollers</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">1st/2nd row assist handles</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Premium electronic AM/FM stereo w/compact disc/cassette-inc: 80-watt amp</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Lights-inc: underhood, glove box, front dome/map, front door courtesy, overhead rear cargo, 2nd/3rd row map lights</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Leather steering wheel</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">(4) auxiliary pwr points</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Manual front/rear air conditioning</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Overhead console-inc: front auxiliary air conditioning control, storage</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Remote keyless entry-inc: 2-transmitters, door keypad</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Door panels-inc: soft armrest, padded upper vinyl insert, dual map pockets, pockets, lower carpet, molded speaker grille</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Passive anti-theft system</li>

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<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Front stabilizer bar</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Pwr steering</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">4-wheel drive</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Pwr 4-wheel disc brakes</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">4-wheel anti-lock braking system</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">130 amp alternator</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">(2) front tow hooks</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">3.73 axle ratio</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Battery saver</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Full size spare tire w/steel wheel</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">(4) 16" x 7.0" chrome steel wheels</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Engine block heater *STD & only available in AK, MN, ND, SD, MT, WI, & WY*</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">8,900# GVWR (3800 front/5240 rear), springs (3800 front/5240 rear), axles (5200 front/7000 rear)</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">78 amp/hr (750 CCA) battery</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Class IV trailer towing pkg-inc: 7-wire harness, trailer brake wiring kit, towing guide</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">44 gallon fuel tank</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">(5) LT265/75R16 all-terrain SBR OWL tires</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">2-speed transfer case w/Control Trac Shift-on-the-Fly</li>

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</div><div class="optcat"><div class="equipment_label" style="font-weight:bold; color:rgb(51,51,51);">Safety</div>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">4-wheel anti-lock braking system</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Child-proof rear door locks</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">Driver & front passenger airbags</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">1st/2nd row color-keyed safety belts w/adjustable D-rings</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">(3) 2nd row child seat tether anchors</li>

<li class="option" style="margin-bottom: 6px;">3rd row seat BeltMinder feature</li>

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Philadelphia, Bucks and Montgomery County communities of Levittown, Warminster,

Richboro, Newtown, Hatboro, <br>Jamison, Ivyland, Warrington, Feasterville, and

Willow Grove. John's Rt. 13 Autos will work hard to earn your business. <br>Quality

used vehicles that fit your needs, it makes sense to buy your next car from

John's Rt. 13 Autos.<BR><BR>Quality is number one with us. We stand behind every

vehicle we sell. You can rest assured that your new vehicle will last you for a

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Ford tops mid-year ranking of brands in the US

Thu, 18 Jul 2013

YouGov's mid-year Brand Index rankings of America's best perceived brands has been released, and Ford has found its way to the top. The Dearborn, Michigan based manufacturer beat out online shopping giant Amazon, The History Channel, and home improvement superstore Lowe's, to take the top spot.
Ford jumped from sixth overall in 2012 to first for 2013, but those that have been watching these rankings shouldn't be hugely surprised. Ford was rated the best perceived automotive manufacturer by the same organization last year. The Blue Oval's success on the overall brand rankings is made all the more impressive by the complete lack of other automakers on the list.
YouGov (that is, survey respondents) cited Ford's first quarter of 2013 business, which saw an increase in market share and the best earnings recorded in over 10 years. Successfully launching the Focus and Fusion (pictured) and keeping them fresh in the minds of consumers has also contributed to Ford's best overall score.

Ford Mustang GT500 successor spied near SVT

Tue, 17 Sep 2013

Details about the next-gen Ford Mustang are scarce, and there's even less information out there about the upcoming replacement for the Shelby GT500. Previously rumored to drop the Shelby name and wear the GT350 moniker, the highest-performance Mustang has just been spotted testing near Ford's SVT operations.
Despite being cloaked in heavy camouflage, we can instantly tell this prototype is different from other Mustang spy shots we've seen in the past. Aside from the Shelby-spec wheels, quad exhaust outlets (previous spy shots show only two) and beefier brakes, this car also has air intakes on the hood and front fenders. These elements help to neither prove nor dismiss rumors that the next SVT Mustang will be naturally aspirated. It also looks like Ford is may be planning some changes to this car's rear suspension, as there is some extra camouflage added beneath the rear end of this prototype.
As a bonus, these spy shots also give us our first look inside the new Mustang, revealing a new steering wheel (with more buttons) and a glimpse of the dual-pod instrument gauges. Check out past spy shots of the 2015 Mustang showing off its new face and driving around town.