To trade up to a 22 or not.......that is the question.

[20 Red ST]

I am trying to decide whether to take advantage of the high trade in value on my 20 ST to get a 22.
Pros.. new vehicle with less than 10 grand difference.
Cons They seem to keep making these things with less options. not crazy about the black wheels that you have to have to get the 601A option package.
What are your thoughts and why?

 

[GearHead_1]

My thoughts are that the black wheels on these vehicles are beautiful. Seriously though, it's a very personal decision concerning one's finances and how one views debt. I'm old school and believe that a paid-for Explorer in the hand is worth more than an Explorer that I own money on still in the bush. If you're in a position to pay the new one off then by all means this is the time to get the high trade-in value dollars. That may not be available next year.

 

[20 Red ST]

I usually keep my vehicles around awhile. [ Still have the black turbo coupe I bought new in '83].
I was all set to pull the trigger and order a 22 just like my 20 until I started reading the info about what has been removed.
It sure has been a couple of trying years!!

 

[Cdubya]

if you keep your cars awhile, just be aware you'll get a 3 bolt subframe and a pandemic build--meaning who knows if that's better than a first year build.

 

[20 Red ST]

I wasn’t aware of that rear suspension change. I will read up on it. Thanks for the heads up!!!