Ordering a Lightning F150 Near St. Louis – Wait Times & Other FAQs

The reviews are in-the Ford F150 Lightning is a runaway success! Car and Driver awarded it an impressive 9/10 rating and Edmunds notes "F150 Lightning is one of the most practical and job site-friendly trucks on sale today. It's also comfortable and impressively quick." 

Even better, availability is up, and wait times for the Ford F150 Lightning are down. By following the ordering process outlined in this article, you could be driving your new electric truck in as little as a week (though certain vehicles and trim levels may take longer).

So follow the steps below to partner with one of the best-reviewed dealerships in Greater St. Louis and get your hands on the latest F150. 

Contact

Bo Beuckman Quality Ford

15675 Manchester Road
Directions Ellisville, MO 63011

  • CALL US: 636-227-5700
  
Step One: Explore the Lightning F150s listed on the Bo Beuckman site - Click on the individual trucks' pages to learn more details. Have questions about the Lightning F150 or EV ownership? There are numerous ways to get ahold of our team, starting with our site's Live Chat or calling 636-484-8163. 

Step Two: Click "Buy Now" - You'll be taken to the Ford.com site where you'll be prompted to "Continue." Follow the instructions on the page, including specifying if you want to buy or lease the Lightning F150, how you intend to pay for the vehicle, and if you have a vehicle you'll be trading in.

Step Three:Complete the online form - This will finalize your order, requiring a $500.00 deposit. Don't worry-you won't have to commit to buying the F150 Lightning until you step behind the wheel and confirm that it's everything you've hoped for. 

Step Four: Visit Bo Beuckman Quality Ford - Ford will ship the F150 Lightning directly to Bo Beuckman Quality Ford, conveniently located only half an hour from Downtown St. Louis in Ellisville. Here, you'll be able to see the vehicle in person and complete the purchasing process with the help of our team. Best of all, you shouldn't have to wait long-most Lightning F150s will be available within 1-2 weeks. 



Want further help from the Bo Beuckman team? Visit our dealership and we can order the F150 Lightning on your behalf! 
Schedule an E-VIP Test Drive so our team can be prepared for your arrival.

Get to Know the F150 Lightning

The F150 Lightning brings a new level of versatility and power to Ford's lineup of trucks. Fast, agile, and packed with the latest tech and features, this all-electric vehicle delivers both performance and comfort as you navigate the twists and turns of Greater St. Louis. To quote some of the top review sources . . .
  • Wired writes "The F150 Lightning does everything I've asked it to do, in virtually all cases better than gas models."

  • MotorTrend notes "If there's one thing Ford has mastered over 75 years of producing the F-Series, it's how to build a truck. Despite popular misconceptions that electric pickups can't "do" work, our F150 Lightning Lariat has so far been fantastic at just that."

  • Kelley Blue Book says "The Ford F150 Lightning is our defending Best Buy Award champion in electric trucks for successfully electrifying the excellence of the F150."

FAQ About Ordering F150 Lightnings from Bo Beuckman

What is the F150 Lightning's overall availability?

Ford recognizes that there is a steady demand for the F150 Lightning and is working diligently to have vehicles readily available with short wait times. So while Ford dealerships won't have the 2025 F150 Lightning available on the dealership lot like we would non-EV vehicles, we work closely with Ford for expedited ordering and delivery. Expect to see your potential new ride in as little as a week!

Can I test-drive an F150 Lightning prior to ordering?

As is true of all Ford dealerships, we won't have all versions of F150 Lightnings immediately available for test-driving. However, we can arrange for a E-VIP test drive of similar vehicles, such as the 2024 Ford F150 Lightning with an extended battery and under 80,000 MSRP.

Where is your dealership located?

Located in Ellisville, MO, Bo Beuckman Quality Ford is just 30 minutes from downtown St. Louis. We're also less than a half-hour drive from Eureka, Fenton, St. Charles, Wentzville, and many other Missouri communities.

Why should I order my new F150 Lightning from Bo Beuckman?

Bo Beuckman offers St. Louis drivers more than the vehicles we sell; we proudly provide hands-on customer service, detailed vehicle consultations to our after-sales support and custom financing options. We're here to support you every step of the way, guiding you through the F150 Lightning ordering process, keeping you updated on wait times, and addressing any questions or concerns you may have. Our commitment to customer satisfaction has earned us a 4.8-star average rating from over 2,000 reviews, making us one of the most highly rated dealerships in Greater St. Louis.

I'm new to EV ownership; do you have resources that would be helpful?

To help you prepare for your new purchase or drive your existing F150 Lightning with confidence, we wrote the following articles: