Gen 3 Raptor 1 Year Update: Was It Worth Buying And Would I Recommend The New Raptor?

Today I talk about whether or not you should buy a Gen 3 Ford Raptor and I also discuss my ownership experience after 1 year!

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[jjdecember]

I also own a 2021 Gen 3 37 performance package and it’s been the best decision I ever made. It’s been a great experience owning it so far.

[josexavier]

I have a gen 3. Waited 1 year and 3 months for it and DAYUM it was well worth the wait. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[ELmx]

Agreed, traded my 19 for a 22. Got $67, 000 for my 19 and paid MSRP price protected on the gen3. Dealer only had a 35 allocation but no complaints. I do prefer the 37 wheels though.

[chaos]

Answered the question I've been going over in my head lately: used Gen 2 or Gen 3. When Gen 3 came out I thought I liked the Gen 2 look more, but I've changed my mind on that, and the interior on Gen 3 looks like a huge upgrade over Gen 2.

[mattgt]

Glad my tailgate works it’s the best party trick!

[Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan]

My dream American truck!! Great job Ben.

[carlitosinvegas]

I have a Gen 2 with 15k miles im happy with it

[austinkramer]

thanks for the update Ben and ur sunroof opinion, my Gen2 is always rattling and no dealer can fix it😅

[wileecoyote]

I have a Gen 1 '85 Dodge Aries K.

[MalcolmLutherShakur]

The cycle of the used car market is the older ones will always depreciate more as newer years and body styles are produced that’s life, but 55k and under gen 2 60 k and up gen3

[carlos]

Appreciate the video, I have a 2017 Raptor and just ordered my 2023 Raptor I spent almost $6000 in motor and transmission repairs but now it's running great. I just hit 100, 000 miles and took it to the dealer to get an apprasual and they said they could give me $34, 000. I decided to just sale it by owner cause I think I can get more. this video helps thank you.

[AlexanderR]

I wouldn’t consider a Gen 3 unless SuperCab bodies come back.

[texandy]

THE Gen 1s are probably worth a lot I like the Gen 1s with the SVT Raptor sounds awesome and just awesome gen 1s

[joshuarose]

Gen 2 for 40k?? Where are you seeing these at, Ben??

[dutchynehtam]

I’m extremely on the fence if I should get a Gen 3 Raptor or a ‘23 Suoer Duty. I don’t haul much. Boat, hay wagons loaded, etc. I can build a F-350 with the 7.3 loaded for about the same price as a Gen 3 Raptor.

[Andrewprez]

Ya my sunroof always rattled in my 2018 F-150 XLT. I had to take it in so many times to get fixed.

[gokufighter]

Have my gen 3 and at 30K miles... first one sold in VA. No issues at all...

[systemdown]

any suggestions? I'm going to transition from SUV to a pickup truck. Should I go TRX or Raptor?

[Nate-zyce]

Can you get real snow tires, real softer rubber, numerous snipes, snow tires in both the 35 and 37 size that come with the Raptor, but especially the 35's? I'll get a three peak AT tire set for Easter to Thanksgiving, but prefer real snows from Thanksgiving to Easter where I live. And I know some AT's with the snowflake rating aren't bad, they will never be as good in the snow and ice as a real snow tire, especially on the roads. Thanks. I'm torn right now, buying a Platinum with powerboost and modifying a little, getting a Tremor and a little mod, or getting a Raptor, I'm leaning Raptor, in large part for that buttery smooth long distance highway drive, but also its go anywhere, anytime, any kind of weather abililty. Was leaning 37's until I heard your comments. Planning on buying a 2024, or late next year an early 2025 model. If available I'll likely get the new pro access tailgate, and I will definitely put a smooth, black Diamondback HD bedcover on whichever I get. Good review. Thanks.

[ethanperkins]

got my gen 2 802A package for 55k with 40k miles on it. Honestly don't think that the value of my specific truck is going to go down, I only see them drop in value once they cross 70k miles. I'll probably sell mine for the same price I got it for as long as I let it go before it crosses 60k miles I think I'll be okay