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3.9 out of 5 stars
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2.63 out of 5 stars

wow

THEMAN, 12/07/2007
1998 Ford Explorer Sport 2dr SUV
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I bought a 98 explore sport with 98,000 miles so i know it would have some wear and tear but not like this. The jirst month i had it the trans went then the U joiints. I got them fixed then the rear went and to top it off i only was getting 16 miles to the gallon

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4.38 out of 5 stars

It has been a dream Mini-SUV

TinKan, 06/04/2003
1998 Ford Explorer Sport 2dr SUV
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I have loved my Ford. Only problem has been the rear wiper motor. Clean comfortable and runs great. Still do not need brakes after 50k. Problem with a few lights out on left part of dash on select controls but no biggie. Ford replaced my tires for free and it was not even in the recall. They even replaced the spare.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Fun but Noisy

Blanston12, 04/17/2002
1998 Ford Explorer Sport 2dr SUV 4WD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Good performance, comfortable to ride, very stable but corners slopy, interior noisy at freeway speed. Have had some problems under fixed under warrenty, rear wiper (x2), Transmission, gas tank sensor. It performed well but not sure I would buy another.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

98 xlt review (SOHC - 6cyl)

jaason, 04/24/2004
1998 Ford Explorer XLT 4dr SUV AWD
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I bought the car new. It’s a good reliable vehicle, especially considering the features and 4 wheel drive components. The car handles well in high winds, up hills, and fully loaded. The cargo compartment is spacious, enough for 4 people for a week of camping. The Explorer, for me, is the right size for most all situations, easy to handle, and well built enough for off-road use. Easily handles the worst weather.

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2.38 out of 5 stars

I'll stay with General Motors!

Bu_BU, 07/02/2002
1998 Ford Explorer Sport 2dr SUV 4WD
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After buying Vehicle @ 40,000 Miles, Dealer Was terrible. I gave them the Check and was told that there was only 1 Key and they wanted $65.00 for key and programing. Engine makes a noise I never heard before it sounds like the engine is rattling after you restart engine when it is warmed up. Noise Goes away as quick as it comes. V=6 SOHV is under powered for towing and 5 speed trans. is ok when it shifts. The Best Part of a ford is the transmission as they Shifts smooth unlike the G.M's. Lack of Torgue. It does have a Good turning radius. Feels like the Rear wheels stop before the body,Need I say any More???

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