1988 Ford Ranger STX review from North America
"A good overall 4X4"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The air conditioning compressor (?mi)
Valve cover gaskets (102,000mi)
Tires (previous owner killed them)
General comments?
Overall the truck is very reliable. I don't go out looking to buy Rangers, but have owned 5 in the past 2 years.
(I'll sell anything for the right price:)
It can be very hard to start some times. I usually have to crank it twice to start it. Other than that it has been a very good truck. Sounds good that's to the previous owner cutting the muffler off.
I ranked the running costs as a two because the mileage now is about 10 mpg if I'm lucky. Even after a tune-up.
I find the radio and seats a little in adequate, but beggars can't be choosers.
Recommended Reviews:
  | A big truck in a little truck body |
| This Ford was an absolute piece of rolling garbage |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.9L Manual |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 100000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 102655 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Ranger |
| Date of Entry | 5th June, 2003 |