Ford is about to supply its first matte black wrap on a manufacturing truck subsequent 12 months with the introduction of the 2024 F-150 Lightning Black — a blackout bundle that features the wrap itself together with darkened trim and a few inside highlights (lowlights?) made to match. The brand new bundle will scrape the six-figure worth barrier, and solely 2,000 will likely be constructed for the 2024 mannequin 12 months.
Because the identify implies, the bundle relies on the present Platinum mannequin, which suggests it comes normal with Ford’s extended-range battery and an estimated vary of 300 miles. Along with the matte end, the bundle contains 22-inch matte black wheels with matching lug nuts, black Ford badges, blacked out operating boards and tonneau cowl, a smoked mild bar and a reflective black-on-black “Lightning” badge. Ford says the truck’s Agate Black gloss roof blends in with the windshield glass, additional contrasting with the matte black wrap.
Inside, the Platinum Black mannequin ships with black leather-based seats and “Lightning” inside glass roof decals. There are additionally aluminum plates within the frunk and on the driving force door jamb with limited-edition numbering. The 2023 F-150 Lightning Platinum begins at $93,990 after vacation spot; given the volatility of present automobile pricing, that would very effectively change earlier than the 2024 mannequin 12 months.
For now, Ford says the Black version will value $99,990 — a considerably hefty $6,000 premium for an look bundle. However appears are about extra than simply vainness; generally you possibly can’t put a worth on aesthetics.
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