Vehicle Description
2000 Ford F150 SVT Lightning
Various media outlets had given the SVT Lightning the 'fastest
pickup' crown ever since the second-generation truck's introduction
in 1999. It became a matter of official record when a stock 2003
Lightning reached 147 miles per hour on a test track. A redesigned
five-spoke alloy wheel, satin-chrome interior door handles and two
brand-new paint colors Sonic Blue Clearcoat, (replacing True Blue),
and Dark Shadow Grey, (replacing Silver Metallic), were introduced
for 2003. Plus, thanks to some new suspension tuning, Lightning's
payload rating was increased to 1,350 pounds.
Little known, and not often seen, the Ford Lightning from 2000 was
the precursor to the power truck craze of the early to mid 2000's.
This truck for consignment sports 53,570 actual miles, has its
factory supercharged mill, has been treated to some recent
maintenance, and is one of 1,596 Lightnings built in Black for the
model year. A few modifications to improve on performance but with
the stock parts included and it's all buttoned up for some fast
hauling...of ass!
Exterior
Leading the way for this coke bottle sided, aero clad, bathed in
menacing Black truck is a clean chrome honeycomb grille with the
well-known Ford blue oval. A wide curvaceous hood and the large fog
light inserted lower bumper with yet another grille inserted within
as seen up front as well. The sides are showing well minded gaps
and the rockers have extended panels to help with more aero as well
as good looks. The bumped out rear quarters leave a small
accommodation for a "step side" cove in front of the fender. Also,
the rear quarters seamlessly melt into the rear bumper and gate
setup which is all body matching Black as well. Covering the
unlined and lightly used bed on the inside is a like new black
vinyl cover. All this curvaceous truck shaped steel is bathed in
the consignor stated factory applied Black and is looking just fab.
18-inch natural finish SVT wheels are wrapped in Hankook 295/45R18
like new rubber all around. A storm is brewing on the test track at
Classic Auto Mall!
Interior
Clamoring to get to the interior before the storm, we open the
doors with a "flash" and see plenty of light gray molded vinyl
which forms the door panels. A seamless speaker, storage bins in
the bottom, and some panels frame a smaller charcoal gray molded
vinyl insert with some black panels housing the door locks, window
toggles, and the mirror adjuster. All sleek and nicely seamless in
its design. The seats are power adjustable for the driver and are
rounded over very sporty high back buckets. These are covered in
gray suede, and sport black leather insert panels which are broken
up by the gray. Form and figure are key to these great lookers
within the cab. A fold down center console is between the buckets
and provides a large storage compartment or can be left folded up
to make room for a 3rd. The dash in black houses white faced gauges
and in the center are some temp control knobs and an aftermarket
JVC AM/FM/CD stereo with the original head unit being included with
your purchase. I hear the thunder of a V8 in the distance!
Drivetrain
5.4 Liters of SOHC supercharged V8 are shoehorned into the engine
bay. This mill can put out 380hp and is fed by EFI with the help of
a Volant cold air intake. On the back is a 4R100 4-speed automatic
and the rear axle is a limited slip 3.73 version with a new pinion
seal. Everything under the hood is uber clean and looks just
perfect. Get ready to "pour" it on.
Undercarriage
Wonderfully preserved all shiny black framing and black floor pans
as well as other structural parts showing only a sprinkling of
surface rust. Independent front suspension with coil springs and
new ball joints is on, and in back leaf springs aided by Bilstein
shocks and struts all around. A stainless steel cat back exhaust is
on for the exhale all looking great and clean while exiting through
the passenger side ground-effects mid bed. It was a real soaker but
now the sun is coming out....
Drive-Ability
I entered this Lightning now knowing exactly what to expect as this
is my third jaunt into this model of truck. It fired right up with
a thunderous roar, and it was off to the test track. Here it had
neck snapping acceleration, endless power from the supercharger,
and great handling. All functions were working, and the seats were
wonderfully comfy. Gotta luv leather and suede!
A rarely seen Ford Lightning pickup all in great condition with
some slight upgrades with the original parts included, factory
paint which is miles deep, and enough curves to make Marilyn Monroe
jealous. Sporty fairings all around and a covered bed I feel a road
trip coming on!
2FTZF0730YCA68065
2-Canada
F-Ford Motor Company
T-Truck
Z-6001 Thru 7000 GVWR
F07-F150 Regular Cab 4X2 Flareside
3-5.4L SOHC Supercharged 380hp
O-Check Digit
Y-2000
C-Oakville, Ontario Canada Assy Plant
A68065-Sequential Unit Number
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display. This vehicle is located in our
showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, conveniently located just
1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The
website is www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888)
227-0914. Please contact us anytime for more information or to come
see the vehicle in person.