1997 Ford Ranger XL review from North America
"An extremely reliable (and cute) little truck"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I removed the bulb in the dome light at around 70,000 miles because it wouldn't shut off.
The heater control valve had to be replaced at approximately 75,000 miles.
The alternator was replaced last spring.
The timing belt broke at 175,000 miles, but I admit it was my fault for never having changed it.
The oxygen sensor and EGR valve are both currently scheduled for replacement.
General comments?
My previous Ranger was returned under FL lemon law statutes, so it took quite a bit of convincing to get me into another one. This truck has been extremely reliable, and will probably be the best quality vehicle I will ever own in this price range.
Recommended Reviews:
  | Great truck! |
| Worst vehicle I have ever owned |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3L Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 7609 miles |
| Most recent distance | 179000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Ranger |
| Date of Entry | 20th August, 2003 |