Used 1997 Ford Explorer XLT 4dr SUV AWD Consumer Reviews
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Ford Explorer XLT V8 AWD
matchgrade, Doylestown, PA, 07/29/2013
Ford Explorer XLT 4dr SUV AWD
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
I bought my explorer for $1000 for my first car in august of 2012 with 154,000 on it. Let me tell you this is a badass truck with a lot of power. I drove it pretty hard, commuting back and forth to school every day for a semester doin about 70 miles a day offroading some weekends and going up to the mountains in west virginia, and using it as a utility vehicle this spring for my landscaping business. Not the most reliable but it was 15 years old, replaced camshaft position sensor, cat flange gasket, alternator, radiator blew and overheated engine and made #4 cylinder thereafter but hell engines made today would be toast after overheating. Recommend getting owner records before buying
Our Best Vehicle Ever
rlc1997, 10/29/2009
Ford Explorer XLT 4dr SUV AWD
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
We have had our '97 Explorer XLT AWD V8 since new and it's now 12 years old and has 169,000 miles. This is by far the longest we ever have kept a car both in terms of time as well as miles driven. This truck just keeps on going. We use it every day from mundane things like commuting to/from work to bigger things like camping vacations, driving trips and trailering loads. No major repairs in its history - just the usual things like battery, brakes, and tires.
Rock Hard
explorersaurus, Newton, NH, 12/07/2012
Ford Explorer XLT 4dr SUV AWD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
My dad bought me a 1997 Ford explorer about 6 months ago. Pretty much my only gripe with it is the poor fuel economy. Other than that, it's fantastic. I have an XLT with the V8 and AWD. I am yet to have used the AWD in the snow, but the V8 has supple power and (for a truck) smooth power delivery. The driver and passenger seat is comfy. Overall, a great purchase.
My Favorite Truck
Vanz73, 06/30/2003
Ford Explorer XLT 4dr SUV AWD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have had this truck for six years and plan to keep it for at least four more. It's a lot of fun to drive-- gotta love the 5.0 liter V-8 engine. I think a few folks are surprized when I leave them in the dust. Overall this is an excellent vehicle. It drives exceptionally well for a truck (on Michelin tires). It can carry a heavy load with ease.
Explorer's Rule the SUV World
lankieone, 04/17/2003
Ford Explorer XLT 4dr SUV AWD
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
We have had the vehicle for six years in September 2003. We have enjoyed the security and comfort of this vehicle. I was involved in a head on collision and literally walked away with minimal injury. I was travelling approx. 45-50mph at the time of the incident. I am grateful that I was driving my SUV at the time. My vehicle was repaired and drives great. Except for the poor mileage (it is a AWD AND and 8cyl) and the somewhat bumpy drive, I highly recommend this vehicle. I brag about it to family and friends and am looking at purchasing another soon.
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