1997 Ford Aerostar Review

Best Van Made

Written by: Warren on 09/02/2008

Vehicle

1997 Ford Aerostar 2 Dr XLT Passenger Van Extended

Review

This is my second Aerostar, 1st on had 250k. These are perfect if you need something with a lot of room that can go from a work van to a family van. They are extremely reliable. They are not stylish and today's vans have a lot more amenities. I had a Windstar that I had leased and planned to replace the Aerostar with, but the Aero is a much better van. The best part is they are so cheap to purchase. I will keep this van for as long as it will go.

Favorite Features

Tons of space, will hold 4x8 sheets of plywood in the extended van, with the back door closed. Also reliability, you can't kill these vans.

Suggested Improvements

To bring it out again. They have not produced this van in 11 years but you still see a lot of them on the road. There is still a large customer base for this type of vehicle.

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Best work horse van ever

Written by: Bob on 08/24/2008

Vehicle

1997 Ford Aerostar 2 Dr XLT Passenger Van Extended

Review

I have over 178,000 miles on ours and it still runs and drives great. Never a problem and the AC both front and back still work like new. We got it used and i have never had to fix anything on it. Used up two sets of tires. This is one amazing van. It just keeps going and going we love it. Best van I have ever had and I have had vans all my life.

Favorite Features

Lots of driving power. Great AC system, smooth ride, lots of storage space.

Suggested Improvements

None, it's just right they need to start making more like this.

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1997 Aerostar has been good to me

Written by: MrT on 06/30/2008

Vehicle

1997 Ford Aerostar 2 Dr XLT Passenger Van

Review

The Aerostar has been a solid performer for me. I bought new and was worried initially about things like the air conditioning and automatic transmission. Thus far after 11 years neither has caused me problems. The worst problems have been sensor-related. Two sensors replaced at fairly high costs. Also the electrics through the steering wheel have been iffy (intermittently working but generally fine). Brake wear has been reasonable and I've enjoyed owning the vehicle.

Favorite Features

Styling, cargo handling, reliability.

Suggested Improvements

Fold-away seats, CD/MP3 player.

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Basic and Reliable

Written by: Bill on 04/15/2008

Vehicle

1997 Ford Aerostar 2 Dr XLT Passenger Van

Review

Second owner for almost six years now. Great basic van. A/C still works and has original exhaust (except flex pipe) after 10 years and 106000 miles. Just replaced rear springs that broke and four new shocks. Rides so nice now. Outer tie rod ends too. Upper ball joint on the passenger side and thats it. Still see many on the road. Replaced the original battery just a year ago. No rust, runs great.

Favorite Features

Reliability and cheap parts if needed. Great space. Rear seats are high so you don't feel like you're sitting on the floor. Nice highway mileage

Suggested Improvements

City mileage is horrific for a 3.0 engine.

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My Aerostar

Written by: ed on 11/29/2007

Vehicle

1997 Ford Aerostar 2 Dr XLT Passenger Van

Review

i purchased my Aerostar used. It's been to Cleveland and back about four times. All non stop driving at about 70 mph. Only stopped for gas. The body has dings and scratches but no rust. I love this little van and so the mechanics I take it to one actualy wants to buy it from me. I will never sell it though. It's got its little quirks but what auto doesn't.

Favorite Features

Really dont have a favorite feature. I just love the little bugger

Suggested Improvements

Towing package

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