When this truck debuted, it was the fastest production truck in the world. No qualifiers. No “for its class.” It held the title.
Factory rating was 380 horsepower and 450 lb-ft of torque from the Eaton supercharged 5.4L V8.
This example now runs a Whipple supercharger.
The sound inside the cab says everything
mechanical, aggressive, unmistakable. Paired with the side-exit exhaust, it sounds like real horsepower should.
With simple supporting mods and proper tuning, these trucks commonly produce:
• 420–450 rwhp with pulley and tune
• 500+ rwhp with upgraded blower and fuel. support
• The iron block 5.4 platform is well known for handling boost when built correctly
This truck just received:
• Brand new professional paint
• Full polish and detail
• Nearly $2,000 in brand new brakes
– New pads
– New rotors
– Four brand new calipers
– Complete brake fluid flush (invoice available)
• Bench seat fully reupholstered less than a month ago
Approximately 6,200 units were produced for 2001. Far fewer clean, properly maintained examples remain today.
A quick national search shows most Lightnings listed above $25,000, many reaching into the $30,000 range depending on mileage and condition.
Offered at $22,000 positioned respectfully within the market for someone who understands what this truck represents.
This isn’t just transportation. It’s a supercharged piece of SVT history from the era when performance was raw, loud, and unapologetic.