Used Ford for Sale by Owner on Craigslist
Ford is the most common brand on Craigslist in most US cities, driven by the F-Series pickup — America's best-selling vehicle for more than four decades. That volume is great news for private-party buyers: lots of supply, cheap parts everywhere, and every independent mechanic knows these vehicles.
Popular used Ford models
Latest used Ford listings on Craigslist
Live results from Craigslist listings nationwide. Click a listing to open the original ad.
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Common problems to check on a used Ford
Watch for the 5.4L 3-valve V8 (2004–2010) cam phaser noise, early 6.0L Power Stroke diesel head gasket issues (2003–2007), and the PowerShift dual-clutch automatic in the 2012–2016 Focus and 2011–2016 Fiesta. Rust on rocker panels and rear wheel arches is common on trucks from the Snow Belt.
Whatever the model, always run a VIN history report, check that the name on the title matches the seller's ID, and have an independent mechanic do a pre-purchase inspection. Use our 50-point used car inspection checklist on the test drive.
Find a used Ford near you
Browse private-party listings in the biggest Craigslist markets:
- Los Angeles
- New York City
- Chicago
- Houston
- Dallas
- Phoenix
- San Antonio
- San Diego
- Philadelphia
- Austin
- Miami
- Atlanta
- Seattle
- Denver
- Sacramento
- Portland
- Las Vegas
- Orlando
- Tampa
- Charlotte
- Nashville
- Detroit
- Minneapolis
- San Francisco
- Boston
- Columbus
- St. Louis
- Salt Lake City
Frequently asked questions
Where can I find a used Ford for sale by owner?
CraigsCars searches every Craigslist city at once. This page shows live Ford listings from private sellers and dealers across the US; you can narrow by model using the links on this page.
What are the most popular used Ford models?
The most common Ford models on Craigslist are F-150, F-250, F-350, Ranger, Mustang, Explorer.
What should I check before buying a used Ford?
Watch for the 5.4L 3-valve V8 (2004–2010) cam phaser noise, early 6.0L Power Stroke diesel head gasket issues (2003–2007), and the PowerShift dual-clutch automatic in the 2012–2016 Focus and 2011–2016 Fiesta. Rust on rocker panels and rear wheel arches is common on trucks from the Snow Belt.