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Used 2008 Ford Econoline Cargo Consumer Reviews

4.3 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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4.25 out of 5 stars

Maybe the most gas thirsty vehicle

datadave, 02/11/2009
2003 Ford Econoline Cargo E-150 3dr Van (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful

I love my new (used) van. However it is misnamed Econoline. I got the 6 cylinder to save at least a gallon or two mpg but see little difference with the more powerful V8 so consider a very thirsty 8 as the 6 is fairly underpowered up hills. Also, need winter tires if in snow or ice, worst traction of any vehicle. Typical van! I knew that going into this, so I am very happy otherwise. It's a great tool shed on wheels, and visibility and safety seems above others. Drive slow and coast (in gear) down hills and maybe gain a mile per gallon. Yet to get above 16 and half mpg even with a v6. Otherwise awesome.

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2 out of 5 stars

Worst van I ever drove.

Roadrage, 11/23/2008
2008 Ford Econoline Cargo E-150 3dr Van (4.6L 8cyl 4A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful

Driving is constant work as the van wanders all over the road. Maybe it's the fact that the front suspension is offset to the left with one tire is sticking out from the left fender and the other inset. It makes it look like the van is crabbing as it drives down the road. Functionality - Wouldn't you think that after all these years that Ford would figure out that you would want to slide a 4' x 8' sheet of plywood or drywall without having to tilt it to get it through the doors? Major pain to load anything large. Power outlets on the dash are located right behind the shift lever making it a pain to plug anything in. But hey at least there's six cup holders for a 2 seat van.

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5 out of 5 stars

The BEst

rihie29029, 08/18/2004
2003 Ford Econoline Cargo E-350 SD 3dr Van (5.4L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

One of the best vehicles ever! i put over 50k miles a year, nothing but rliable transportation

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