Used 1997 Ford F-150 Regular Cab Consumer Reviews
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Built FORD tough!!
Mr. D, 06/17/2022
updated 12/19/2023
1997 Ford F-150 Lariat 2dr Regular Cab 4WD SB (4.6L 8cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought truck new in 1997, it now has 345,886 miles on it. Original engine and transmission, no major repairs to either. I have 4WD model. I have another engine and transmission when time comes for replacement. This is the BEST truck I’ve ever had. I replaced the radiator, water pump, alternator 1 coil, half-shafts and rear axles, heater core and blend door. It has regular oil changes on 3500 mile average. Changed plugs one time, normal front end hardware and brakes as needed. If it completely falls apart tomorrow, it owes me nothing!!
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Reggie Tommie, 08/21/2002
1997 Ford F-150 XLT 2dr Regular Cab SB (4.2L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Overall, I've been pleased with my truck. It's been reliable.
Stone Cold Reliable
BTE, 09/16/2006
1997 Ford F-150 Lariat 2dr Regular Cab 4WD SB (4.6L 8cyl naturally aspired 5M)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
My F-150 has been a pleasure to own. I do wish for more torque from the 4.6 at times, but that is really due to the OHC design which predictably displays the opposite power making characteristics of what should be in any 4x4 truck. I added 4.10 gears to mine to make up for the lack of torque and it improved off the line performance considerably with little effect on gas mileage. At 140,000 miles all I have done is standard maintenance and it runs like a champ. The interior has held up well too. It seems better built than the new F-150s (noticed the cheap plastic fuel door on the current trucks). My tailgate is heavier than some but if you can't lift it then buy a Honda or a Subaru.
4.2 engine a bust
Disappointed, 04/13/2010
1997 Ford F-150 2dr Regular Cab LB (4.2L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
3 of 8 people found this review helpful
I purchased this vehicle not even a yr ago, had been driving Fords for over 20 yrs with my job. But will never again purchase a Ford product until they make a engine that is reliable again. What a disappointment. Ford, you can do better or else stand by your product. 4.2 liter engine a bust.
Bullet Proof
JF150, 10/15/2002
1997 Ford F-150 XL 2dr Regular Cab SB (4.2L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My brother is a "Chevy" man and he warned me about the Fix Or Repair Daily thing (FORD). Well, I have never owned a more reliable vehicle than this pickup. In 6 yrs & over 120K miles, I have had to change: thermostat gasket ($3), fan belt ($18), Battery ($50), tires ($300), look on my brother's face every time I mention it PRICELESS!!!!
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