 After reading the Consumer Reports 1999 ratings on New Cars I decided on the F150 XLT 4.6L engine 2WD Pickup.  What a mistake.  In the last 15 months I have had the vehicle in the shop for service 12 times.  Twice for head gaskets, four times for a stalling problem when it is damp out, once for a starter cable that went bad, twice for brakes, once for door locks not working and other minor items.  I talked to the service manager today and my salesman.  I can't afford this truck anymore.  Luckily I have a extended service contract but the items not covered have cost over $2,000.  This is not a reliable product.