Brand new 2010 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor, ready for export from the USA with an MSRP of $49,750.00.

2010 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor

The 2010 Ford F-150 Raptor is available in four colors: Tuxedo Black, Molten Orange, Oxford White and Blue Flame Metallic. The orange interior trim, as well as the splashy exterior graphics are optional packages, and do not come standard. The black exterior trim (including functional hood and quarter-panel vents) disappears on the black truck, making it a stealthy-looking choice. The same dark trim actually compliments the white version, giving a sweet-looking hot-climate choice while the orange and blue models will defiantly suit off-roading extroverts.

It’s capable of daring off roading speeds and no other 4-wheeler can even come close. When the road opens up, body motions are tightly controlled, in the twists and turns the Raptor handles impressively for its size, pitching over much less than you’d expect for such a beast. Much of this can be credited to the wider track and massive shocks, but the tires deserve some of the credit too, as they effortlessly grip and grind, refusing to get noisy even through switchbacks.

The Raptor’s widened stance combined with 17-inch cast-aluminum wheels create a purposeful, and menacing looking machine. Fit and finish are easily matched up to the high standards of the current F-150, and some new additions go above and beyond.

Inside, the Raptor has the standard F-150 SuperCab seating for up to five people and a roomy front cabin. Access to the rear bench is aided by the reverse-opening rear doors. Wind and especially road noise remain remarkably low considering the off-road tires. Notable interior upgrades from the typical standard F-150 are a thicker leather-wrapped steering wheel that comes with an orange hash mark for quick centering, SVT-specific gauges and a set of heavily bolstered and adjustable leather-trimmed front seats to hold the occupants in place; whether on the track or mid-jump. There’s also a unique gauge cluster in the instrument panel with newly designed racing-style meters. Visibility from the driver’s chair remains excellent, and the standard storage nooks are fixed here, including the roomy center console bin.

Several dash-mounted switches are unique to the 2010 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor, including the knob for the rear electronic locking differential (ELD). This works in both two-wheel and four-wheel-drive modes (Hi and Lo), and can stay locked up to the Raptor’s governed 100-mph top speed.

A set of four auxiliary switches on the center console are pre-wired and fused to the Raptor’s power distribution box for the easy addition of electrical accessories, such as exterior lights and winches. On the same panel you will find buttons for the highly effective hill descent control (which helps you crawl down steep terrains or hills without having to even touch the brakes) and an Off-Road Mode, which adjusts the throttle map, shift schedule and even ABS calibration, to continually improve performance when the pavement ends.

To take advantage of the Raptor’s 6,000-pound tow rating, Trailer Sway Control and a tranny tow-haul mode are standard. The optional integrated trailer brake controller sits closer to the driver’s side of the instrument panel. Optional features include upgraded Sony audio, a back-up camera and a navigation system with clear and bright integrated Sirius Travel Link to provide real-time traffic and travel information.