2/24/20 59/100 Ford E-series Box Truck

In a déjà vu sort of way the Ford Econoline Box truck, released in 1999, comes back in the same Federal Express, or FedEx, attire as last year with only slight alterations.  Still, this is not a bad truck as it has lots of details, metal, and even an interior over the similar Ambulance model!  The front adorns the new rounded grille introduced on the 1997 E-series vans with square headlights, rather unusual bend on the side doors, and a fully boxed cargo container with detailed rivets, FedEx on the sides, rear sliding door and taillights.  The casting has a detailed base and working suspension, though the weight of the rear box makes the rear axle sag, and speaking of which it would be nice to have an opening rear door for a change!  This is the only E-series casting that has an interior and features front bucket seats and the smooth dashboard layout of the E-series trucks.  Gas or diesel engines are offered and will move the truck in leisure fashion to get the job done.  Over the years this casting has had a few odd jobs (SWAT team van for one), though it has been overshadowed by the ambulance and panel van castings.

Specifications:

· Engine: 5.4L SOHC V8, 300 hp. Est.

· Transmission: 4-speed automatic

· 0-60 mph: 11.0 sec. est.

· Real vehicle price: #25,000 est. 1999

Rating:  4.9 out of 5 stars