1995 Ford Bronco XLT review from North America
"If you can afford the gas it's a great truck"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Rear axle seals replaced 60k.
Gas tank & fuel pump replaced 130k.
Front 4x4 auto hubs replaced 120k.
Passenger side dashboard bolt /plastic piece broke
50k.
Ignition key tumblers worn out 100k.
Door key lock inside plastic piece broke 140k.
Camber block kit replacement 140k.
Upper/Lower ball joint right/left side 138k.
Brake lines replaced 120k.
Radius arm bushing kit/bracket & rear spring
shackles & Perches.
General comments?
I'm 6'4 so the tall seat backs are very comfortable.
If you're short you will probably find them to be.
Uncomfortable. I drove from NH to FL at 80-110 mph non.
Stop with no issues. The comfortable ride & seating was.
The reason.
Truck is very reliable & has only broken down twice.
Once the starter and the next time the fuel pump.
The rebuilt starters last 3-5 years. New fuel pump is a year old with no problems.
Two cons about this truck are gas mileage & rust.
I live in NH and body rot is a constant issue.
Fenders,Tail gate and hood are problem areas.
Replacing the spark plugs on the passenger side bank are difficult to say the least.
The rear window defroster connectors come undone from time to time.
Given the negatives I still love this Truck.
I had a 1989 w/351 before this one.
The older 351's have problems with the rear main seals going.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1995 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.8L...351V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 4/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Distance when acquired | 45000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 142000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Bronco |
| Date of Entry | 22nd March, 2008 |