1999 Ford F150

The year 1999 saw a newer, re-designed front-end look for the F150 with big new grilles, valance panels and chrome bumpers. A new Super Cab variation with four doors is also introduced. With these new innovations, plus its established reputation as a top-notch pickup truck, the F150 is geared to maintain its top spot it had for many years now. For this year, Ford has increased the power of its 5.4-liter V8 significantly to 260 horsepower and 345 foot-pounds of torque.

 The two V8s are Ford's Triton overhead-cam engines. This provides the 1999 F150 with added boost and power. The new Triton engine is one of the best features of the F150. It offers a smooth ride that is unparalleled in the pickup truck segment. Also, the high-performance SVT Lightning, sporting aggressive styling and a supercharged V8 engine, returns. Handling is quick and responsive.

 

The driving experience that the F150 offers is indeed greatly enhanced for the 1999 version with improved steering feel and directional stability that adds to the feeling of safety and comfort. The ride is also surprisingly good. With its newer, more attractive look, superb interior, excellent Triton V8 engines, it's easy to see why the Ford F150 conquers the top spot in terms of sales once again.