Used 1997 Ford Explorer Consumer Reviews
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Nice Truck
SUPA FLY, 02/26/2003
1997 Ford Explorer Sport 2dr SUV
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I bought this truck used in March 2002. I was a high school student then who wanted a 'cool' ride. Everything is working very well, so far. I had a $375 mechanical problem, but that was just minor details. Other than that, this is an awesome vehicle. I have a 5 spd manual w/ 2WD so I'm expecting less problems with transmission.
A reliable cement truck
vaguy, 01/20/2003
1997 Ford Explorer XLT 4dr SUV 4WD
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Bought 2 years ago with 46,000 miles on the truck. Great reliability but the ride is punishing and gas consumption is alarming. I own a 2001 Chevy Tahoe with a big V8 that uses far less fuel and rides much smoother. The 4WD is tremendous in foul weather, and we can't complain about repairs, but what a brutal ride to all the gas stations!
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Beware: Check Engine Light
oaiman, 08/27/2003
1997 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4dr SUV
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Up until recently, I enjoyed my Explorer very much. At about 68,000 miles the check engine light started coming on and Ford didn't help much finding the REAL cause. I was given estimates as high as $2300.00 to fix exhaust problems that, after much investigation, turned out to be simply that my gas cap wasn't tightened properly after I left the service station.
very good car
gabriel, 04/10/2002
1997 Ford Explorer XL 4dr SUV 4WD
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I think that the 4wd was a comfort to own, although it was not needed very often. Great for shopping sprees.
Still going
GREAT CAR, 07/19/2008
1997 Ford Explorer XLT 4dr SUV 4WD
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I bought my Ford used in 2000, It has never broken down on me never had a major problem. Has been to California at least 10 times, I live in Albuquerque,NM. Besides minor maintance like oil and breaks this car has definitely paid for itself. It still drives daily, has no leaks and power still there like the day I drove it for the first time. 225,000 and counting