In a surprise announcement broadcast to all Fortnite players between the hours of 2AM to 3AM EST on the morning of April 1st, 2021, Ford revealed the 2022 Ford F-150 convertible, set to arrive in U.S. dealerships this Christmas. The company expects the drop-top pickup to revolutionize the segment when it launches later this year, as truck shoppers have been unable to purchase a light-duty full-size convertible until now.
“By 2022, Ford customers will have the ability to pick up one of the most versatile trucks in Blue Oval history,” said Ford CEO Tim Barley. “We are supremely confident that 2022 Ford F-150 convertible owners will be dropping the top frequently, be it on the coldest December night or the hottest August afternoon.”
Ford has outfitted the 2022 Ford F-150 convertible with a number of structural modifications that allow it to retain its impressive towing and payload capability even when compared to its fixed-roof counterparts. Those enhancements include reinforced door sills, thicker frame rails, full-length cross bars, and new structural panels in high-flex areas. When all is said and done, the open-top truck boasts a 10,500 pound tow rating and a 2,000 pound payload rating when equipped with the Ford 3.5L EcoBoost V6.
Ford is offering the convertible in SuperCab and SuperCrew configurations on XLT, King Ranch, and Platinum trims, paired solely with four-wheel drive and the 5.5-foot box. The company expects most buyers to opt for the SuperCrew configuration.
Inside, 2022 Ford F-150 convertible buyers will find standard water-resistant ActiveX seating, flanked by a 12-inch Sync 4 equipped touchscreen that enables them to open or close the optional soft-top with simple voice commands. The entire process for power-folding soft-top models is completely automated, and can be activated at speeds of up to 15 miles per hour.
In fact, Ford also revealed for the first time that the 2021 Ford Bronco modular hard top production delay was entirely due to the production ramp up of the equivalent top for the F-150 convertible. “We figured future Bronco owners deserved a better explanation as to why they would not get their painted hard tops in time, and this is the reason,” said Spike Ravine, product communications manager of Ford North Dakota, while patting the top of a nearby F-150 convertible. “Obviously, they’ll be totally cool with this news, and we expect some of them to even ditch their Bronco reservations for one of these babies without hesitation.”
Ford is currently taking $3,000 non-refundable deposits for the 2022 Ford F-150, and expects pricing to start at around $80,000 for entry level XLT SuperCab models. The optional automatic power-folding soft-top is a $25,000 option.
“Our all-new F-150 convertible arrives at a time when demand for vehicles with removable tops is at an all-time high,” said Bim Jaumick, Enterprise Product Line Manager. “By catering to open top enthusiasts and truck buyers simultaneously, we expect it to become the top-selling vehicle in the Northeast by 2024 at the latest, as that region has been starved of a four-wheel drive convertible that can be operated in sub-zero temperatures for quite some time,” he added. “Frankly, I have no idea how we can ever top this…pun intended.”
The new F-150 convertible represents one piece of our 2021 April Fools’ Day content, and will never see the light of day in any form whatsoever. That might not be the last prank we introduce today, so subscribe to Ford Authority for more Ford F-150 news and continuous Ford news coverage.
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April fool, you must be fool NOT to get this one. A better joke would be that Ford is going to launch the Chinese Taurus in the USA as a police interceptor and Camry competitor. Actually, it shouldn't be a joke BUT a reality as Ford gives away the market to Japanese brands and let's be honest. For Authority released the sales fogures of the Escape and let's be honest, they're really bad.
Let's be REAL honest. What Is Ford giving up to the Japanese automaker? Profit-destroying sales to daily rental fleets? Even with fleet sales propping up the Camry and Corolla, their sales are still falling, and have been for some times.
So, yes, LETS BE HONEST about this, Ford needs to invest billions in a shrinking market with no profits, just so you can go ahead and not buy one.
Fwd econo-boxes have hit the evolutionary point of diminishing return. Foreign brands call a refresh a new generation all the time.
Why not intentionally offer a rental fleet only but nicely equipped, 4 banger with Corolla highway mpg? Aim it to be a very attractive CPO car. Toyota/Honda market position is propped up by stupidly inflated resale values. Hasten their downfall, maybe earn some brand loyalty that pays off elsewhere.
Rental fleets only make money when the cars they offer work. Ford's 4 bangers just don't have the reliabilty, even if they run the milage up to 24,000 prior to selling, who in their right mind would buy a know problem???
I own a 1992 4 banger with 1/4 of a million miles your statement is not true it’s called maintenance that is why mine has lasted so long
Ever owned a ford with 100k miles? How about a honda or Toyota? It's a VERY different experience that the market has appropriately accounted for.
If ford gets their act together and make cars that don't disintegrate at about 80k miles, they'll eventually see those same resale values. That said, my '19 mustang that's been to the shop half a dozen times in the last year makes it seem like they weren't there yet in 2019.
I've had mostly GM stuff. In the last couple decades, I've rented strong mpg cars for very long trips, and owned pickups or econobox beaters. I've seen close relatives waste tens of thousands of dollars on Honda & Toyota stuff, sticking to conventional wisdom that isn't.
My friends with Fords are satisfied; they did avoid the DCT Focus. One of my Uncles recently dumped a clunker Camry for a Mazda. No reason Ford can't produce a reasonably nice econobox, if their former re-badge partner does.
My '74 Ford had 300,000 miles on it, '91 134,000 and counting, '02 now at 194,000.....Fords are reliable. And American.
I have a 5 years old Focus ST with 60k on it and drives like new. Still didn't change the brakes on it, everything functions. I had to change the steering wheel due to bad leather under warranty after 2 years and engine mounts under Drivetrain warranty at 55K but beside that Everything is running smooth. I regret paying extra for 8 years 96k extended warranty.
I’ve had various Fords at or well over 100,000 miles. My 2002 Escape had 247,000 when I sold it and my current 2011 Escape with a 4 banger has 199,000 and still going strong! Not Fords are better, but they are not worse!
OH MY GOSH you got me. The only thing that puzzled me was you mentioning unmet demand for a drop top 4x4. I can't figure out why American buyers won't buy more convertible cars, as they are so fun and my girlfriend makes my 2008 Sebring convertible look even better when she's in it. Another funny note, years ago I had a Mercury Sable wagon I was thinking about using a Sawzall to take the top off of. As it was on it's last legs, no real loss when the police ticketed me off the road. At 68, it's fun to be an old fool who gets April fooled. Thanks guys. Mike in DC
April fool, you must be fool NOT to get this one. A better joke would be that Ford is going to launch the Chinese Taurus in the USA as a police interceptor and Camry competitor. Actually, it shouldn't be a joke BUT a reality as Ford gives away the market to Japanese brands and let's be honest. For Authority released the sales fogures of the Escape and let's be honest, they're really bad.
I hate April 1st.
you forgot to mention it also has carbon fiber reinforced shwizzle rods and port polished stainless steel canooter valves
This one was as obvious as the day it was released. I wonder how many think this is real and fall for it?
You might be surprised at how many people would actually pay over $100K for an F-150 convertible. No joke about that.
If Ford offered a Raptor version with roll bars, 40's, and the 7.3 Megazilla, the line would be around the block!
I for one was being reeled in until the final paragraph. I was all the way to the side of the boat when I spit the hook out. I was already spending the money I was going to make on my Ford stock.
This is exactly the type of forward thinking Ford needs. Not crappy little SUV'S that blow head gaskets or crack their plastic intake manifold.
A six seater convertible would be awesome. I have four kids. My wife and I would love to be able to drive around in leisurely style with the family in a drop top. The last time they made a cool six seater dates back to the 60's Continental. That car isn't practical with all the air actuated parts.
Produce a six seater convertible and you move to the front of the line!
How about Ford works on delivering the Bronco before working on another project they can’t deliver!
You do realize that this was an April Fools Day joke don't you? Ford is not producing this, lol
ford would be fools NOT to introduce this into the lineup. BORN IN DEARBORN, Dad worked for Ford for 20 yrs.. i would love to have one of these. have a Platinum with sunroof now, better than the dvd player i had in my King Ranch. come on Ford ! !
Ha Ha sorry the joke is on Ford. If this truck was built/offered in F150 or Ranger would be huge. Not doing so shows why Ford stock sucks.
Fords stock sucks because of what they DO build, not because of what they don't. LOL