By Wiredpair on 05/09/05 17:22 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
1998 Ford Explorer SUV XLT 4dr SUV AWD
Review
Purchased my XLT AWD Explorer last year and so far, no complaints. The 5.0L 302CID is a tried and true motor and it doesn't disappoint here. I've found it be very responsive when needed and it certainly outperformed my '96 Grand Cherokee with 4.0 I-6 engine. The AWD drive system is engaged at all times and if you have previously driven rear drive vehicles, you'll notice this but quickly get used to it. The ride quality is smooth for a SUV and it also handles pretty well for a SUV. Styling is superior to the current styling IMHO, especially the chrome grille and bumpers. Fuel efficiency is as expected, I get around 19-20 MPG on the highway. I'd recommend this SVU if you are in the market.
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By JBoge on 05/05/05 21:31 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
1998 Ford Explorer SUV Sport 2dr SUV 4WD
Review
I purchased my Explorer Sport new and currently have 172,500 miles and counting. It has been a great car and virtually maintenance free. After 160,miles, I had to replace the brakes, front shocks and ball joints. Changed the shift motor twice and I have some rust on the rear bumper and running boards. Other than that, it is as good as the day I bought it.
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By Cibs on 04/21/05 18:23 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
1998 Ford Explorer SUV Eddie Bauer 4dr SUV 4WD
Review
Bought my Explorer used with 70k miles on it and thought what a great deal I got until I found out that FORD has had problems with the SOHC V-6. It seems so much that FORD upped the warranty to 6 years and 72k miles and unfortunately I am just over the miles and years for the warranty. The problems are with the intake gasket and the cam chain tensioners so look out if your Explorer is a 1997 to 1999 with the 4.0L SOHC V-6. Love this truck for everything else.
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By MaryRW on 04/07/05 15:24 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
1998 Ford Explorer SUV XLT 4dr SUV 4WD
Review
I like the Explorer and find it very comfortable and useful for hauling things around. However, it uses massive amounts of gas.
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By Karen on 01/05/05 19:27 PM (PST)
Vehicle
1998 Ford Explorer SUV XLT 4dr SUV
Review
I bought this car for myself and handed it over to my teenage daughter for her first car. We have had very little problems with the vehicle. She drives it all over to softball games. I would definitely buy another one.
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By Whatever on 12/26/04 21:01 PM (PST)
Vehicle
1998 Ford Explorer SUV Limited 4dr SUV AWD
Review
Bought it 67 months ago. No major problems. The radio was replaced, but nothing else. As long as you maintain it, expect no problems. Wish it was worth something for trade in. Will probably give it to family instead of trading it for peanuts!
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By Steelersrule on 09/18/04 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1998 Ford Explorer SUV XL 4dr SUV 4WD
Review
I hated Ford since the purchase date
because they promised repainting due to
"acid rain issue" but never followed
through. Overall my XL served well but
no options causes a quick lack of
interest. Choose wisely.
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By kfkodiak on 08/08/04 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1998 Ford Explorer SUV XLT 4dr SUV 4WD
Review
Bought used with 89K, Have fixed only
minor issues. 4.0 OHV is slightly
lacking on steep highway grades, but
very reliable, and reasonably efficient
for a vehicle this heavy. 5SP auto
transmission is still smooth at over
100K mi. The cargo space is great, and
the seats are comfortable on long trips.
Auto 4x4 lets the truck claw its way
around in wet/snowy weather, even
off-roading I've rarely needed 4HI/4LO.
Hasn't let me down yet!
My only complaints:
- Rides like a truck, go figure.
- Water collects in the roof channels
during rain, then spills over the
windshield when you first move the truck.
- Tinted rear window scratches easily.
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By sangelaspop on 07/11/04 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1998 Ford Explorer SUV Eddie Bauer 4dr SUV 4WD
Review
Have had alot of minor problems overs
the years,especially the wheel area.
Have problems with tire inside/outside
tire wear. Have had two alignments,
shocks all the way around,problems with
led on radio/CD player, etc... Not too
bad I guess, considering the amount of
miles driven. But it nickles & dimes
you. Probably the worst Ford I've ever
owned. Miss my SHO!
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By Jalbs on 06/04/04 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1998 Ford Explorer SUV Sport 2dr SUV 4WD
Review
I teh SUV used with 58,000
miles on it. I had to replace the
breaks and rotars at 65K, replace the
original battery at 75K and at 80K I
needed new ball joints. The stereo
system is junk. The CD player shorted
out 5 months after I bought it and
there is a loose
connection some where in the wire
running to the rear speakers which
causes them work about 25% of the
time. I have driven it about 400 mile
from Boston to Rochester, NY about 10
times now (3 times with a full cargo
bed) and and very pleased with the
truck. I'm just worried to see what
is going to go wrong in another 10,000
miles.
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