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Used 1997 Ford Ranger Extended Cab Consumer Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars
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1.25 out of 5 stars

My review

ljscmm, 06/09/2002
1997 Ford Ranger XL 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.3L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful

This vehicle is one of the worst I've ever had. I had to get a complete tune up at 45,000 miles. I will never own another Ford. I also had to replace the mechanism that keeps the seat from falling back.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Dependable and Rugged

FIlbert, 08/07/2003
1997 Ford Ranger XLT 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.3L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Have owned my truck for 6 years now; have had only a few minor electrical problems (display on digital clock is a little funny, interior lights delay a couple of seconds before going off upon door closing). A/C continues to work well. At 68,000 miles, still have the original brake pads and shoes. Sound system is also very impressive for a truck, as is the interior design. The truck still rides like a car - no wierd rattling noises or squeeks are present.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Ford, America' s Best

Gerard, 02/28/2003
1997 Ford Ranger XLT 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.3L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Overall, the 1997 Ford Ranger Super is a very good vehicle. It's number one conveniencing brand I would place upon this vehicle is its saftey. Ford truely have lived up to "Built Ford Tough" slogan. However, I think that all of the models should be standardized with a V6 engine. This would make this vehicle more attractive to buyers and provide a more complete feeling when driving.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Truck or Toy

2nrz, 10/21/2003
1997 Ford Ranger XL 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.0L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

The truck is fun evan with 123,000 miles i've had not a single problem. I did a diognostic at ford and it was in the "good" condition rating and thats pretty good for that many miles. the only problem is that the manuals go through cluches fast if you tow

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Great truck!!!

ukdal1, 10/31/2003
1997 Ford Ranger XLT 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.3L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

It is a great truck. The only thing I have had wring with it was the thermostat went bad. Other than that, NO problems!!!!

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