By s cook on 09/04/03 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1997 Ford F-150 XL 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB
Review
fun to drive . i have lots of fun in my
truck.we go camping, fishing,hunting,and
somtimes alittle bit of offroading.
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By ravenbutterfly on 08/09/03 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1997 Ford F-150 XL 2dr Regular Cab LB
Review
I have been having my truck since the
first came out with the new style. I
haven't had a problem with. I just
changed the original battery that was
in it about 3 months ago. I just
replaced the tires on the truck,
because it was overdue.
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By badsmoke on 08/02/03 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1997 Ford F-150 Lariat 3dr Extended Cab SB
Review
100,000 miles and the truck hasn't left
me walking. Excellent ride and styling,
good performance. Replaced pittman arm
and control arm bushings-both got
noisy, idle air control valve, battery
just recently. Nothing else but normal
maintenance and tires.
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By 04 Desmo on 08/01/03 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1997 Ford F-150 XLT 2dr Regular Cab SB
Review
Never thought about getting a truck,
but an implulse buy made me glad I did.
It has moved me 3 times over the last 3
years. This thing is very reliable, and
for 115000 miles still work like a
charm. The 4.2 V6 w/ 5sp has a bit of
get-up and is fantastic on the highway.
Great control location, and the
interior design is highly functional
and comfy. Exterior design is OK.
Residual is alright for a 1997, but I
have no plans in selling it. I'm trying
to put in a CD player, but the 1997
stereo is unique, and I can't find one!
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By cruzer39 on 07/29/03 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1997 Ford F-150 XLT 3dr Extended Cab SB
Review
Bought this truck with 92000 miles on
it from a consumer. Truck gave no
problems whatsoever until it reached
121000 miles and without warning the
motor slung a rod thru the oil pan.
Oil had been changed every 3500 miles.
Motor was making no noise until one
morning I went to start it and then is
when the motor went out. Cost of
repairs were $3200. This is the only
trouble I have had with this vehicle.
Up until then I have been very pleased
with this vehicle. Well built, but
could use more horsepower for the
weight of the vehicle. At least it did
give up in my driveway instead of the
highway!!!!!
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By toolguy1967 on 07/29/03 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1997 Ford F-150 Lariat 3dr Extended Cab Stepside SB
Review
Overall, I have enjoyed owning &
driving this truck. I have not put as
much mileage on mine as most would have
in 6yrs, so we'll see how she holds up
at the 75K mark. The only major
problems: 1)rear end bearings went out
@ 40K, gears are already pitting (I'm
told this is a notorious Ford issue).
2) rear window leaks. Would've loved to
see more power out of the 97' 4.6L.
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By Rugby4NeilMat on 07/28/03 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1997 Ford F-150 XLT 2dr Regular Cab 4WD SB
Review
We love our '97 F-150! We nicknamed her
Babe the Blue Ox because of her
strength and alluring factory color.
With slight engine mods, aftermarket
wheel/tire combo and careful attention
to maintenace schedules- this pickup
has been a joy to own after our quirky
1988 Ford Bronco XLT.
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By fordtough on 07/26/03 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1997 Ford F-150 XLT 3dr Extended Cab SB
Review
We bought the truck with 12,000 miles
and now have over 120k with no
problems. I averaged 22 mpg on the
interstate on a recent trip running 70
mph with a/c on. Only thing I would
add to this truck is about 10 more hp,
the 4.6 is a little weak.
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By raisen on 07/06/03 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1997 Ford F-150 XLT 2dr Regular Cab 4WD LB
Review
simple good truck for price.reliable.
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By kboz on 05/13/03 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1997 Ford F-150 XLT 3dr Extended Cab SB
Review
not all the F-150s break down. I bought
mine used with 90k miles on it, now
have it up to 112k. Never have had
engine problems. Only things were new
tires, passenger side window motor
replaced, battery replaced at 100k,
taillights replaced. Rides a little
rough b/c of worn down suspension. V6
is lousy for quick power needs, go with
a V8. Interior is plain, nothing great
about it, but for a good truck overall
it can't be beat.
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