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thirdgenlxi
12-13-2011, 07:58 PM
So as some know, I work as a tech at a Ford dealer. We recently had this very clean red 1999 F-150 Lightning come through as a trade in. A lot of us in the shop were eyeballing it, and drove it a few times (it ran VERY good, lol.... had a number of aftermarket goodies)

Anyways, the truck sold yesterday, and the guy that bought it (one of the sales guys brothers) wanted another key cut. So they gave it to me, I cut and programmed a new key, and parked it back out on the lot. Salesman took it around front shortly after and got it ready for the guy to pick up. He left our dealer and made it literally 1 mile down the road on the interstate (our dealer is right next to the highway), he heard a pop noise, fluid sprayed all over the windshield, aaannnddd....

(got this pic from my general manager this morning, I wasn't there)
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/thirdgenlxi/e21a0c5a.jpg

So I get to work this morning, everybody says "Hey Jonathon (my service manager) was just looking for you... he looked PISSED!" (mind you he's never serious about much of anything). So a couple minutes later he comes up to me looking all serious, says "come here for a minute we gotta talk", and walks outside behind the shop saying "you remember that red F-150 you worked on yesterday?". I'm like yea I cut a key for it. He says... "you sure that's all you did??", and pointed down over the hill at the truck sitting there. I was like HOLY S**T!! Then he couldn't keep a straight face any longer and busted up laughing cuz he had me going for awhile there, lol

But yea... there she sits in her crusty glory. Absolutely trashed.... everything except the rear

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/thirdgenlxi/28b08294.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/thirdgenlxi/aa87a532.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/thirdgenlxi/5e07729a.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/thirdgenlxi/8ecff73e.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/thirdgenlxi/0bf230ff.jpg

Dudes cell phone is still sitting in the center console

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/thirdgenlxi/d5709ade.jpg

Master cylinder was completely melted off

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/thirdgenlxi/9a036f3f.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/thirdgenlxi/952db095.jpg

The interior was absolutely MINTY in this thing :(

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/thirdgenlxi/2bf5fedb.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/thirdgenlxi/4190b937.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/thirdgenlxi/aff550e0.jpg

Luckily and most importantly, nobody was injured in this whole ordeal. The driver was by himself and was able to get out and away from it without harm, though he was pretty shaken up from what I hear. We really don't know what happened, though we think maybe a fuel line ruptured or popped off (somebody may have had it off and didn't snap it back in all the way). Who knows...it could have been something in the heap of aftermarket stuff that was on it too, or somebody that had worked on it prior (not me!!). I'm sure the insurance company will be out before too long to analyze the situation

Oddly enough... I was actually pondering trying to buy this truck myself but decided against it cuz I need something a little more practical. Kinda glad I did, hahaha. I wish I had some before pictures, it was a very very clean Lightning
Dave
12-13-2011, 08:02 PM
phew, hope that comes with a refund
Cutty72
12-13-2011, 08:18 PM
That's sad. Those are fun rides.
Rangerscott
12-13-2011, 08:46 PM
Ill take the supercharger.

Could they go after the guy that traded it in and press charges?
fasternyou929
12-13-2011, 10:06 PM
Could they go after the guy that traded it in and press charges?I hope you're not serious.
Rangerscott
12-13-2011, 10:41 PM
I hope you're not serious.

The guy could have died.
azoomm
12-13-2011, 11:04 PM
The guy could have died.

Then, maybe the guy buying it should have given it a once-over before driving it.

It's unfortunate that it happened. Incredible pictures. Actually, more incredible that no one was hurt.

Accidents don't always have to be someone's "fault."
fasternyou929
12-13-2011, 11:08 PM
Then, maybe the guy buying it should have given it a once-over before driving it.

It's unfortunate that it happened. Incredible pictures. Actually, more incredible that no one was hurt.

Accidents don't always have to be someone's "fault."

No doubt. Good to see the "it's someone else's fault, sew 'em!" mentality lives on.

Just so I'm clear... if I trade in a car that's in perfect working order, then that car is driven by several dealership employees for a period of time before being purchased and eventually burning up on the new owner after he drives it for a while, you want to sew me?

I repeat: I hope you're not serious.
Rangerscott
12-13-2011, 11:42 PM
I wasnt saying to go after him dick head.
fasternyou929
12-13-2011, 11:55 PM
Could they go after the guy that traded it in and press charges?

I wasnt saying to go after him dick head.

Clearly. I have no idea how I misinterpreted you so badly.

I guess calling me a dick head is easier than saying you were wrong?
Flexin
12-14-2011, 01:32 AM
That sucks. But thats what insurance is for. It could have just broke then.

I had my dealers license for a bit and had cars that that checked over fine and passed the motor vehicle inspection only to have something break a week later.

Really sucks when it happens to something in great shape. They are harder to replace.

James
Particle Man
12-14-2011, 07:21 AM
Holy crap - probably a totally random event. Scary either way.
askmrjesus
12-14-2011, 10:56 AM
[CSI Miami voice]

Looks like someone got..........

......a smoking deal.......

Yeahhhhhhhhhh!

[/voice]

JC
Particle Man
12-14-2011, 01:05 PM
[CSI Miami voice]

Looks like someone got..........

......a smoking deal.......

Yeahhhhhhhhhh!

[/voice]

JC

:lol
fasternyou929
12-14-2011, 09:37 PM
...

That's about what I expected. :lol
Rangerscott
12-14-2011, 11:22 PM
That's about what I expected. :lol

I've been at work dickface.
pauldun170
12-15-2011, 10:39 AM
I see what the problem is.
The engine compartment is burned.
Thats why
Dave
12-15-2011, 11:42 AM
spotted a trail coming from my car this morning when i pulled it out of the garage. turns out my return line had worked its way loose and was spraying fuel all over the back of the motor in the general direction of the turbocharger exhaust section. Shit happens
fasternyou929
12-15-2011, 12:51 PM
I've been at work dickface.

McDonald's or Citgo?
Rangerscott
12-15-2011, 01:27 PM
McDonald's or Citgo?

Shit. Churches Chicken dickmouth.
Sixxxxer
12-15-2011, 01:32 PM
Built Ford Tough...?
fasternyou929
12-15-2011, 02:14 PM
Shit. Churches Chicken dickmouth.

:yawn:

Since you're not working, care to explain how you weren't saying to go after him in your original post?
Rangerscott
12-15-2011, 03:30 PM
I said "could they." I didnt mean to go smacking someone with a law book. Third said it had a good amount if aftermarket on it. Theres people that go after vehicle manufactures when something goes wrong with their new vehicle (brakes dont work, electrical fires, etc.)

I was just asking a question. I hope the dealership is good to him since they sold it to him as a working vehicle. Too bad it didnt have a flame job on it.
fasternyou929
12-15-2011, 04:12 PM
I said "could they."
I guess it depends what the meaning of the word "is" is. :lol:

Theres people that go after vehicle manufactures when something goes wrong with their new vehicle (brakes dont work, electrical fires, etc.)
When you compare buying a new car to a used care that has known modifications to it, the logic is broken beyond repair.

I was just asking a question. I hope the dealership is good to him since they sold it to him as a working vehicle. Too bad it didnt have a flame job on it.
If it was a genuine question, the answer is simply "no". The previous owner can't be held responsbile after others have driven the car. The buyer MAY have some recourse with the dealership, but any sensible dealership would cover their ass in a sales contract with a no implied warranties clause. It's unreasonable to expect the dealer to guarantee the safety and/or longevity of a used car; especially a modified one.

While I agree with the sentiment "it sucks for him and I hope someone lends him a hand", I sincerely doubt the dealership will do anything for him and hope he had full coverage.
Rangerscott
12-15-2011, 05:33 PM
http://www.turbobuicks.com/forums/attachments/timeout-room/41332d1249593071-un-motivational-posters-funny-ford-fire-flames.jpg
Homeslice
12-15-2011, 11:27 PM
This is why buying a modded car is a bad idea unless you personally know the guy and can vouch for him

I never really liked the "swoopy" styling of that Lightning anyway, it was kinda ghey and Miami Vice IMO. I prefered the sharp-creased 1st-gen Lightning.

Also, shortbed stepsides aren't real trucks IMO redflip
Rangerscott
12-15-2011, 11:30 PM
I'm on the fence with step sides. I wouldn't mind them on a weekend driver, but they suck when the bed is in need. You throw 4 mexicans in the back and it's pretty much full.
Sixxxxer
12-16-2011, 01:30 PM
Thats not Technically a short bed...It's a 6'.5 Stepside, a Shortbed is like 4 feet, like you would find on a sportrack or a quadcab F150.

I had a 05 F150 Stepside with a regular bed and I didnt really notice much difference when hauling stuff. I fit two motorcycles side by side with no issues.

http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/29933_413559057896_674207896_4397574_590284_n.jpg

It was tight, but it worked. I dont think you get much more room with a regular bed. And really, who buys a lightning for the size of the bed? It's a go fast truck.
wildchild
12-19-2011, 05:46 PM
weren't some TSB's and recalls against those trucks due to risk of fire? If so did you guys check to ensure it was up to date for all recalls and TSB's. Ive had a few recalls taken care of on my '97, '01 and '02.

many of the guys who buy lightnings tend to get anal about letting recalls be done as in they won't. no one touches it but them type of thing.

just curious, as far as previous owner, depending on what was wrong in Wis he could be held responsible. you have to sign documents as to condition when you trade in and they do take them serious.
Looni2ns
12-20-2011, 11:14 AM
Was thinking about the recall issues, also. Were these trucks under the recalls for the cruise control switch? Makes me wonder since you said the master cylinder was completely burned away. I'll have to check the list I have here in the office.
Amorok
12-20-2011, 08:18 PM
Thats not Technically a short bed...It's a 6'.5 Stepside, a Shortbed is like 4 feet, like you would find on a sportrack or a quadcab F150.

I had a 05 F150 Stepside with a regular bed and I didnt really notice much difference when hauling stuff. I fit two motorcycles side by side with no issues.

http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/29933_413559057896_674207896_4397574_590284_n.jpg

It was tight, but it worked. I dont think you get much more room with a regular bed. And really, who buys a lightning for the size of the bed? It's a go fast truck.

I remember that.
Cutty72
12-20-2011, 10:37 PM
Thats not Technically a short bed...It's a 6'.5 Stepside, a Shortbed is like 4 feet, like you would find on a sportrack or a quadcab F150.


With Ford 1/2 tons, Technically with the regular or extended cabs, they have a long box option at 8' and a short box option at 6.5'
With the crew cabs, they have a long box option at 6.5' and a short box option at 5.5'.

Not sure what it is on the sporttrack, besides useless...
Adeptus_Minor
12-21-2011, 12:18 AM
I can't believe nobody's said it yet...

"That'll buff right out" :lol:



http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/thirdgenlxi/aa87a532.jpg


I can't believe nobody's said it yet...

"That'll buff right out"
Particle Man
12-21-2011, 04:13 AM
A little Windex and some Turtle Wax. All set. :lol:
derf
12-22-2011, 01:13 AM
I remember that.

I seem to remember that too