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Love my Explorer
hiyall, 03/05/2007
1996 Ford Explorer XLT 4dr SUV
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought my Explorer new and have loved it for almost 11 years. It has performed like a champ on LA roads and in mountain and snow conditions. Recently, had to have radiator replaced 3x. It seems the new replacement Ford radiators are no good. They have each still been under warranty but the last one was only one day from being out of warranty. Sadly, I now plan to replace my Explorer because I don't want to chance having to replace the radiator again on my dime. This truck has really hauled everything for me and rides especially well when the back is loaded. If you are thinking of a '96 Explorer I say go for it. Mine still performs well & looks great inside and out.
'96 XLT V8 after 8 years & 120,000 miles
Clockmaker, 06/27/2004
1996 Ford Explorer XLT 4dr SUV AWD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This has been an extremely reliable vehicle. It's never been out of service. Most miles are highway at or above speed limits, but quite a few are off-road in Colorado mountains. The ride is not very good on-highway and is jarring off-road. AWD is faultless. Overall MPG about 16-17, OK considering CO winter fuel. Interior and exterior design were state-of-the-art when bought,are still OK but dated.Interior still makes sense. I rate performance high because it has always done what I asked- towed trailers, off-roaded, passed in tight situations, stopped well in emergency situations. I still haven't added a quart of oil between changes. Result: my next SUV will be an Explorer.
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Unparalleled reliability
molllibbburg, 01/13/2004
1996 Ford Explorer XLT 4dr SUV
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Traded SUV with in-laws in 7/03, so I know the history. After 130,000 miles, it just had its first repair (excluding maintenance) - a water pump. V8 runs great and starts every time. Drove from Miami to Chicago in July and then to S. Carolina in December. Would buy another (with V8 only). Mileage is acceptable and some interior components are cheap and deteriorate from sun rays.
My ford sucks
Fordsucks, 10/03/2002
1996 Ford Explorer Limited 4dr SUV 4WD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have had nothing but trouble with my "exploder". Thats it's new nickname. I have it in the shop again for a new transmission. Second time in 2 years. Not only have I been fixing transmissions I think every other mechanical part has been replaced as well.
Living with our Explorer
mac merritt, 08/07/2003
1996 Ford Explorer XLT 4dr SUV
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This Explorer has been phenominally dependable.Only once in 7 years was it necessary to visit service dealer. Fixed loose hose in 40 minutes.Has been serviced regularly (oil change, tires, air filter, etc.)Now has 4 brand new Michelin tires (1 month old). Car slightly sideswiped in parking lot. Extremely light damage..almost unnoticeable..on right rear door. Hit a deer once..completely replaced front bumper assembly..no other damage.