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No Problems
David, 01/19/2005
1997 Ford Aerostar XLT 3dr Ext Minivan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Purchased my Aerostar at a GSA Public Auction July 2002 for $4,500. It has a new 6 cyl engine and the body and inside were perfect. It has given me lots of pleasure as I like to sit up high and enjoy the view. If I fold down or take out the back seats, it will take 4x8 sheets of plywood and more.
Old Reliable
GoodGame, 07/24/2005
1997 Ford Aerostar XLT 3dr Minivan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
After 8 years and 142,000 miles, this old van is the most reliable and practical vehicle I have ever owned. It's the kind of truck I want to hold on to if I can just find a mechanic I can trust to nurse it along. Fortunately, I haven't had to do much to it so far other than normal wear and tear issues. If you can find one with low miles get it. Chances are it's got a lot of life in it. My engine still does not burn oil between changes and I get 20+ per gallon on the road.
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Why don't they build this again?
PennsyNut, 04/13/2009
1997 Ford Aerostar XLT 3dr Ext Minivan
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Bought new. Excellent mpg/20+ avg for 12 yrs. Lot's of rattles. Huge space. I'm 6'5" and have no problem getting in or out, excellent driving position. A/C's still work fine. Parts are getting harder to find. Great on highway at less than 70. More, like 80, and get excessive wind noise. But for normal driving around town and up to 65 mph or so, is absolutely great. Starts every time. Would buy a new one if it were available.
Has served our family well...mostly
Edward L., 03/01/2002
1997 Ford Aerostar XLT 3dr Ext Minivan
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
You have to realize this is not a vehicle to have unless you are willing to have repairs done. We've had a minor transmission problem and heating system glich. The car has done well for family use, but we have not abused it either. We are obsessive about maintenance which also helps. This vehicle is a good low up-front cost rather large minivan, but don't expect trouble free operation, it is a FORD>
Best van ever owned
KLS ROAD RESCUE, 12/07/2005
1997 Ford Aerostar XLT 3dr Ext Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This van is the best van we have ever bought. We have owned other makes and the Ford Aerostar is the only one that has lasted us. I would not change it out for any other many van now made. The Ford Aerostar was the greatest minivan made. Its a shame that they stopped making it and came up with the Ford Windstar then the Freestar, which are garbage.