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Used 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

My Dream Truck

Woodchopper, 03/15/2008
2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited 4dr Crew Cab AWD (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I have had many vehicles, of all sorts. I have been looking at the Sport Trac since it's debut in 2001, but wanted more than the 4.0 litre engine. Now with the V8 4.6 my dream truck is a reality, and the wait was worth it, more robust frame & suspension (IRS), better looks, plus overall refinements. I am over 6'1", comfort is great. I like the door handles (placement, appearance) and have no issue with the door pulls, seats, or anything else. The rubber floor covering is much easier to clean than carpet would be. I trailer two large ATVs at "highway speeds", passing & handling is spot on. I am very pleased with my Sport Trac, and have recommended it to others, friends and family included.

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2 out of 5 stars

Drive shaft

Bill Adams , 10/29/2022
2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac XLT 4dr Crew Cab (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

The 2 wheel drive with the 4.0 is impossible to find a drive shaft for it. they can't be rebuilt ford no longer has them. After 4 weeks i finally found one in a warehouse in mich. for ---get this---$725.00. Hope you never need one

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Ford best for the money

Craig Baber, 02/26/2008
2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac XLT 4dr Crew Cab 4WD (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I have had lots of Fords over the years but this is one of the best. I traded a 2004 F150 Crew for this and I am as pleased as punch. The 4.6 V8 is a power house and delivers basicly the same mpg as the 6. It is so easy to park, garage friendly (takes less room) is great on the road. It is quiet, ride is outstanding, no need for rails as in and out access is great. The new Sync by Microsoft and sirus radio makes it a intertainment wonder. No need for cds as one 2mb in the usb will access hundreds of songs with out worry of storage or scratching of cd. The vinyl floor is padded and the cab is quiet. It is a well thought out suv and with current offer of 4000 cash back is a must have.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

So far so good

xero2099, 02/06/2009
2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac XLT 4dr Crew Cab 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Have had my Trac since August, have loved it so far. Had a Focus before this so there was a little bit of an adjustment period but it's all been good. Love the rubberized floor. It's a breeze to clean. Could have done a lot better with the MPG though

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Adrenalin can't be beat & turns heads

DrDon, 12/30/2008
2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited 4dr Crew Cab AWD (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I couldn't resist buying a brand new showroom leftover Adrenalin & taking advantage of Ford employee discounts. Traded in a 05 Silverado SE Special Edition Extended Cab and there's simply no comparison in quality - Ford wins hands down. The ride is tops, the look is...well, the Adrenalin turns heads everywhere I've gone. Definitely buy the Navigation option with Sync. Makes a world of difference. Black interior is nice but I would've enjoyed a two-color treatment. Still, this car/truck combination is versatile, sporty, smooth, cool & a real winner. Might be the best vehicle I've ever owned - and I've had many.

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