Couple of general questions?

The wife and i are looking at getting an expedition max, and I have a few questions.
I am looking for one with the HD tow package, and an 8 seater. Will probably do the rough country lift too, unless there's a better lift to go with that is in the same pricing ballpark.
The Ford gold certified warranty, does it cover the cam phasers issue, and the transmission issue? Is it worth specifically buying a vehicle that has this warranty, or not?
In between year models 19-22, is there one year that is better than the others? It seems in 22 some interior changes were made, but were there any drive train changes?
In 22 they did away with the automatic running boards, is there a reason for that? I know it's just something to fail, but we want them, so does that mean we would need to go aftermarket for the steps if we get a 22?

Is there a reason a 20 platinum is the same price as a 22 limited with the same amount of miles? What all does the platinum entail that a limited doesn't?

I think that is most of my questions I have, for now.
Thanks for the help in advance.

Based on what I have read it would seem that the cam phaser issue has not been much of an issue in MY 2020 and beyond. Of course there may be some but.......

I know only the premiumcare covers it in Fords extended warranty packages. I think there were less issues with 20's on with cam phasers. Still seem to have waste gate rattle, and some transmission issues. I bought the extended warranty and have no issues with cam phasers but because of shifting issues have had in twice for transmission work. 22 they did delete some options due to chip shortage post covid. I have automatic running boards and they take maintenance. I am out on dirt roads and they constantly need to be cleaned and oiled. If you are on dirt alot you may want to go with fixed boards. HD tow package is must. Only option that the platinum had that I would have liked is higher HP engine rating, different color interiors, same body paint color on some of the trim.

Kwood1213 said:

In 22 they did away with the automatic running boards, is there a reason for that? I know it's just something to fail, but we want them, so does that mean we would need to go aftermarket for the steps if we get a 22?

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The 22 refresh did not remove the power running boards. They are available on all trims above the base Limited.

AJ82 said:

The 22 refresh did not remove the power running boards. They are available on all trims above the base Limited.

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Hmmm, interesting. I haven't seen a 22 with the power running boards.

Youre thinking of the limited with the 20in wheels, those are limited 301 which does not have power running boards. Also, the xlt with special appearance pkg looks exactly like the limited 301, the only difference is the led taillights and chrome trim for the roof rails, grille and fog lights. The limiteds that are 302 (which have 22in wheels) and up all have power running boards to include the stealth pkgs.

Kwood1213 said:

Hmmm, interesting. I haven't seen a 22 with the power running boards.

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Here is the 2022 order guide. It lists what is in each trim level and package. A Google search will bring up the other order guides for any years you are interested in.

AJ82 said:

Here is the 2022 order guide. It lists what is in each trim level and package. A Google search will bring up the other order guides for any years you are interested in.

https://media.ford.com/content/dam/fordmedia/North%20America/US/product/2022/expedition/pdf/22MY-Expedition-Order-Guide.pdf

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Ahh, I see that now, thank you. It seems like that 302 package is a hefty price jump too in the used vehicles category.

So my main question that really remains is, would you buy a vehicle sight unseen if it has the gold certified warranty?

Kwood1213 said:

So my main question that really remains is, would you buy a vehicle sight unseen if it has the gold certified warranty?

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Absolutely no!!! No friggin' way! There are way too many people that will screw ya. Warranties can be made up to look real. How far away from you is it? If you have to have it hop on a plane see it yourself and buy it on the spot and drive it home. I've done that a bunch of times when I was playing with Vettes. The real good dealer will pick up at the airport.