1993 Ford Ranger XLT Longbed review from North America
"Most reliable vehicle I've ever owned"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
38,000 miles: Cruise control stopped working-no help from Ford or dealer.
Oxidation forming under clear-coat on wheels-no help from Ford/dealer.
Warranty was 3yr/36,000 miles.
47,000 miles: Heater switch lever broke off at -38 degrees.
95,000 miles: New brakes-calipers & rotors.
146,000 miles: ABS light on dash on. Problem traced to a corroded/broken connector where brake wiring plugs into master cylinder.
157,000 miles: replaced timing belt, original spark plugs and water pump
as "preventative maintenance".
171,000 miles: New brakes-calipers & rotors.
185,000 miles: both tailgate straps corroded broken. Replacements were $16.
191,000 miles: Intermittent headlight failure-dealer replaced column multi-switch by mistake before determining problem was actually melted wiring behind dash knob.
205,000 miles: Heater fan now only works on hi position.
General comments?
Best darn value of any vehicle I've ever purchased.
Super reliable--never breaks.
Runs and runs and runs and runs.
Never waxed-ever, and rarely washed-still looks good.
Oil frequently not changed under 10,000 miles. uses NONE between changes.
Best mileage ever was 28mpg with strong tailwind. Worst was 12 mpg pulling/carrying 3400+ lbs across country. (Ford recommends maximum of 2200 lbs. with my 4cyl/5 spd/HD suspension set-up. oops).
Consistent 21-22 mpg at 70 mph.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1993 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3 4 cylinder Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 8 miles |
| Most recent distance | 207500 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Caprice |
| Date of Entry | 15th January, 2003 |