1991 Ford Explorer XLT review from North America
"Great vehicle if you can work on it yourself"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Engine fire/fuel leak, luckily we had a fire extinguisher.
Air conditioning leak, we just keep filling it every 2 months.
Strut bushings replaced.
Clutch fan replaced.
Power window motors died, did a workaround fix using nuts, the plastic parts are no good.
Driver door arm rest fell off.
Brakes replaced, calipers 1 time, rotors 2 times, and pads 3 times.
Tires - replaced all 4 tires 2 times.
General comments?
Purchased used in 1999 with about 50,000 miles on it. Immediately took it on a 3 month driving trip across the U.S. putting on 13,000 miles. Only problems on the entire trip was the clutch fan and tires.
Very versatile vehicle, it's a truck and a car.
The split fold down rear seats are great.
The ride is sitting up high and there's plenty of room. We like that.
Sturdy vehicle, doesn't make you feel like you will get crushed like a bug if you do get in an accident.
We still have it and really like it.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.0 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 50000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 102000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford F100 |
| Date of Entry | 11th April, 2003 |