I have a 2022 Maverick XLT, FX4, AWD, 4K Tow package, with Luxury package. It was $30,500 out the door. I don’t regret it for a minute. It drives great, gets me around the farm great, and gets fantastic gas mileage. I have hauled 4x8 Sheetrock, 16’ sticks of trim, several deer, mulch, etc. I’m thinking about buying another one. The order banks open July 17 and will sell out in 2-3 days. It will take a year unless you find one on a lot.
The only thing I think I have sacrificed is some ground clearance which I can fix when the warranty is over.
That’s impressive seeing how the bed is 4’5” long. You must have some really good strapping skills. Ford says that it will haul 37 bags of 40lb mulch when properly equipped. From my past experiences, Sheetrock is a pain in the ass to haul in a pick up without it getting damaged.