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Used 2008 Ford Econoline Cargo Consumer Reviews

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4.25 out of 5 stars

does the job fine

byron lemay, 03/10/2009
2008 Ford Econoline Cargo E-250 3dr Ext Van (4.6L 8cyl 4A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful

i am a painting contractor and drive my van every day. this is my third ford van and the improvements for '08 on are about time. brakes are great, steering is exellent. the van is quite heavy-duty, more so than the chevy. the suspension is more robust. don't buy '07 or earlier models, the brakes are undersized, wear out quick and the front end needs frequent alighnment. those problems are gone now. the van is great.

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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 The interior and exterior are obviously outdated, and need urgent attention, and the fuel economy is pretty bad.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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2.75 out of 5 stars

some good - some not so good!

Some good - Some not, 01/28/2010
2008 Ford Econoline Cargo E-150 3dr Van (4.6L 8cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Ordered this van new March 08. It's my 4th Ford cargo van. Agree about brakes, steering and load capacity are great, but does have harsh ride and wanders more on interstate compared to 2004 model. I believe increased vehicle height contributes to more wind problems. Had the 5.4L V8 on my old one and very sorry I went to small V8. Less power, less gas mileage and many engine problems. Terrible vibration on hard acceleration that dealer cannot fix and blames on valve float??? Dealer and Ford area rep. say it is the same in other 2008 models they tested and not to worry about it. Also, hesitation after almost coming to a stop and hitting the gas. Loved the 2004 in comparison.

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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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