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1997 Explorer XLT
tm, 01/28/2009
1997 Ford Explorer XLT 4dr SUV 4WD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my Explorer used in 1998 with 21,000 miles already on it. I took very good care of it and kept up with all the main fluid changes myself. I drove it every where. I now have 210,000 miles on it, with the original transmission, can you imagine, a Ford... and it is still driveable! During my time with the truck since 1997, I have replaced basic wear and tare items and some basic mechanical itmes (3 oc sensors, some part in the front suspension area, sv joint, the driverside door handle, the a/c leaks. However, the transmission is finally starting to slip, the check engine light is on, the 4x4 trasnfer case, the 4x4 lights are flashing, speed sensor is gone bad. Will buy a newer Explorer
BT562's Review
bt562, 10/05/2002
1997 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4dr SUV
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My 1997 Eddie Bauer Ford Explorer has benn excellent.
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very good car
gabriel, 04/10/2002
1997 Ford Explorer XL 4dr SUV 4WD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I think that the 4wd was a comfort to own, although it was not needed very often. Great for shopping sprees.
What was Ford thinking?
NicoleN, 08/20/2008
1997 Ford Explorer Sport 2dr SUV 4WD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought this car used with 125k miles on it. Within a year my transfer case was shot and I needed a new one. I've replaced my brakes multiple times and have only had it 3 years. My muffler got very loud and when I had it fixed the mechanic told me that for the 97 they completely changed the muffler and then changed it back in 98 because they probably figured out it was bad news. Last but not least, my timing chain just blew and when the mechanic looked at it, he said 'What the hell was Ford thinking when they did this?' There's 4 chains that need to be replaced and you have to remove the motor to change them because they are all over. I don't wish this on anyone.
I love this vehicle!!!
explorerlover, 10/11/2002
1997 Ford Explorer XLT 4dr SUV 4WD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This vehicle has given me no problems other than normal wear and tear. It is a great vehicle to own. It's fun and easy to drive.