The custom automotive market often thrives on excess, but a recently sold Ford F-450 build has pushed the boundaries of what a pickup truck can be. Originally listed on eBay for nearly $400,000, this massive custom creation—built by Stretch My Truck —has officially found a buyer, marking a high-water mark for the “ultra-custom” vehicle niche.
From Pickup to Passenger Coach
The vehicle began its life as a 2020 Ford F-450 Platinum, a truck already known for its heavy-duty capabilities. However, the builders transformed it into something closer to a luxury limousine or a small shuttle.
By stretching both the ladder-frame chassis and the body, the builders added a second set of doors and a third row of seating. The results are staggering:
– Capacity: The cabin can accommodate up to 11 passengers.
– Luxury Upgrades: The interior features power-adjustable second-row seats, upgraded infotainment with seatback displays, and dedicated heating and air conditioning for the rear passengers.
– Utility: Despite the massive passenger cabin, the truck retains an 8-foot cargo bed at the rear.
Engineering for Extreme Versatility
This isn’t just a cosmetic stretch; the mechanical overhaul is equally ambitious. To manage the immense scale, the truck utilizes a bespoke suspension system capable of independent ride-height adjustment at each axle.
This allows the driver to switch between two distinct modes:
1. Show Mode: A “squatting” stance on towering 46-inch tires.
2. Utility Mode: A lower, more manageable height on 36-inch tires, optimized for towing or standard road use.
Under the hood, the standard 6.7-liter PowerStroke V8 diesel has been heavily modified. With a twin-turbo setup, a custom intercooler, and an ECU tune, the engine is designed to significantly exceed the factory output of 475 hp and 1,050 lb-ft of torque.
The Logistics of Scale: Fuel and Cost
The sheer size of the vehicle creates a massive demand for fuel. To ensure long-distance capability, the builders installed a multi-tank system:
– A 60-gallon tank under the cab.
– A 75-gallon transfer tank in the bed.
– The original 50-gallon factory tank.
This brings the total capacity to approximately 185 gallons. At a US average diesel price of $5.61 per gallon, a single fill-up from empty would cost roughly $1,038.
Market Value and Conclusion
The financial scale of this project is as large as its footprint. With a total build cost approaching $500,000, the sale price of nearly $400,000 represents a significant investment—roughly four times the cost of a standard factory F-450 Platinum.
This sale highlights a growing trend in the high-end custom market: buyers are increasingly looking for “one-of-one” vehicles that blend extreme utility with limousine-level luxury, regardless of the astronomical operating costs.
In short, this six-door F-450 represents the absolute extreme of automotive customization, trading traditional pickup practicality for unprecedented passenger capacity and show-stopping scale.
