Used 1997 Ford Windstar Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 1997 Windstar, so we've included reviews for other years of the Windstar since its last redesign.
Runs Well at 78K Miles
WIN STAR, 11/28/2002
1996 Ford Windstar LX 3dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We've owned our Windstar for 5+ years now. I know that people have had problems with them. Our only major one was the tailgate lock failing and having to be replaced. Bought it with 29K miles from a local dealer. The faux leather interior, sound system, All-Trac and load level features continue to make this a pleasure to drive.
Don't Buy One
foxult, 01/05/2004
1996 Ford Windstar LX 3dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Speedometer went out at 49000 miles ($750 not covered by warrantee, of course). Transmission problems under 75000 miles (warrantee). Heater problems at 120000 miles ($1100). Final transmission problems at 124000 miles ($3000). Donated to Goodwill. This van has been nothing but an expensive problem.
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Forrest Jeffery, 04/17/2010
1996 Ford Windstar GL 3dr Minivan
0 of 3 people found this review helpful
This has been a wonderful car to drive. I drove it to the east coast 3 times. It has new tires in the last 2 years, and a recent complete tuneup. It has air conditioning and it gives a smooth ride.
Where was Edmunds when I needed it?
Seattle family, 09/23/2006
1996 Ford Windstar LX 3dr Minivan
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
The biggest mistake of our automobile buying lives. We like the room and the ride in general. But it is now limited to going only to Home Depot and the dump on weekends. I would never trust it outside our neighborhood. Replaced everything so far, including engine. Read the other reviews here. They won't say anything we can't say.
Good ride, overall satisfied
Redleg, 01/31/2002
1996 Ford Windstar GL 3dr Minivan
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I purchased this vehicle used, but in great condition, in the East Coast. I have since moved to Colorado and have been impressed with it's ability to tackle the Rockies. I am overall satisfied with the performance of the Windstar, though I've had to replace the speedometer and fuel pump. Otherwise, it is very reliable and comfortable. With a larger gas tank (25 gallons) than other minivans, I am able to travel further before filling up.