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Used 2006 Ford Econoline Cargo Consumer Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Toyota fan

Tom, 02/24/2007
2006 Ford Econoline Cargo E-250 3dr Van (4.6L 8cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

I bought my van about a year and a half ago, and surprisingly, have not had any problems. I had to bring it in for recalls quite a few times, but other than that, it has held up quite well. The interior and exterior are obviously outdated, and need urgent attention, and the fuel economy is pretty bad. Also, I'd like to point out that when I took delivery of my van, I did not notice quite a few blemishes it had from the factory. Bumper was misaligned by a good inch or so, interior panels and roof liner needed to be cut to install the bin package (by the factory) and they cut them leaving frayed edges, smear marks, etc. Bad quality on the finish line of the factory. Waiting for a TOYOTA van.

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3.5 out of 5 stars

Solid truck

lastlion, 12/28/2008
2006 Ford Econoline Cargo E-250 3dr Van (4.6L 8cyl 4A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful

I bought this van for my landscape business. I looked at the Chevy too, and in fact was going to buy a Chevy until I test drove the Ford on a lark. The Ford felt better on the road, and I love it. It did take me a while to get used to the mushy steering, but now I like it over the sharper handling of the Chevy because it takes the road ruts better. The interior plastic gets filthy and stays filthy. The stock mirrors are terrible, huge blind area on the right side of truck. I had no complaint with the fit or finish of the vehicle at all. I would recommend this truck to anyone in some form of trade. That said, if Honda ever made a work van, I would so be there If I could afford it.

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4 out of 5 stars

Over $400 to replace spark plugs

James, 02/11/2016
updated 09/04/2018
2003 Ford Econoline Cargo E-350 SD 3dr Van (5.4L 8cyl 4A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful

This is a strong well-made van, but Ford engineering can make a problem a very expensive repair. It cost me over $400 to have the spark plugs changed, $700 to replace the fuel pump. But overall, it is a comfortable van that carries a lot of cargo, and is fairly quick with the 5.4 engine while getting an average of 17-18 mpg highway. The cruise was not working intermittently. "Could be a lot of things" they said,"bring it in". But first I went on youtube for answers. I learned it might be the sensor on the bottom of the master cylinder. A 30 dollar fix, easy do it yourself and now it works again. The van is now 15 years old, still going strong and dependable at 180,000. Dold it, it was purring like a kitten ss the guy drove it away.

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5 out of 5 stars
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2 out of 5 stars
Performance
5 out of 5 stars
Interior
5 out of 5 stars
Comfort
5 out of 5 stars
Reliability
4 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars
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2.88 out of 5 stars

e-150 needs attention

johns painting, 11/10/2003
2004 Ford Econoline Cargo E-150 3dr Van (4.6L 8cyl 4A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful

The van is reliable and is a very good looking van. it starts,runs,and rids very nice. HOWEVER, the brakes and the front end needs attention by ford.My van and many others i spoke with say the same but then its to late it's yours and not covered. 25,000mi and two break jobs with new everything rotors and pads. it,s now 30,000mi and its time again. $1,800 later.

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3.63 out of 5 stars

E350 HD V-10

Wood Dude, 08/08/2008
2005 Ford Econoline Cargo E-350 SD 3dr Van (5.4L 8cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

The E350 V-10 is very well built, takes on big task, trailers my 3800 lb 12' work trailer with no problem at almost 425 ft lbs of torque and over 350 hp it's the next best power plant next to power stroke 6.0 liter. It came with the tow package and 4 speed eod tranny. The soft bin storage system is built fairly well for costs. Sliding door operates very well and the vented side glass windows are nice but I never need to open them. Fuel economy is at 9.75 mpg with 3000lb trailer without 10.50. Empty mileage at 11.25 mpg. Front ball joints replaced at 50k, rear brakes replaced at 45k, uses oil but no smoke? Highly Probable will sell in 2008!

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