DEARBORN, Mich., June 28, 2004 - Ford announced today that more than 75 percent of the new F-Series Super Duty lineup, including the popular F-250, will have no price increase for the 2005 model year. Where prices increase, they rise by an average of approximately one percent.

"At the same time we are delivering the most capable truck on the planet with unsurpassed power, best-in-class payload and towing ratings, and the segment's toughest frame, we're also providing a terrific value for our customers by holding the line on pricing," said Steve Lyons, Ford Division president.

The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP) for 2005 F-250 and F-350 Super Duty pickups will range from $22,390 to $38,365, plus destination and delivery charges of $795. Base MSRPs for F-350, F-450 and F-550 chassis cab models range from $22,965 to $44,125, plus destination and delivery charges of $795. The comparable price range for today's 2004 F-Series Super Duty lineup is $22,390 to $43,745.

YEAR-OVER-YEAR BASE PRICE COMPARISON
Model
2004 MY Base Pricing*
Difference
2005 MY Base Pricing*
PICKUPS
F-250 pickups $22,390 $0 $22,390
F-350 SRW pickups $22,845 $290 $23,135
F-350 DRW pickups $23,865 $0 $23,865
CHASSIS CABS
F-350 SRW Chassis Cabs $22,675 $290 $22,965
F-350 DRW Chassis Cabs $23,880 $0 $23,880
F-450 Chassis Cabs