1997 Ford Ranger XLT review from North America
"This particular vehicle is for the birds (due in part to the problem)"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
At 28500 the window on the drivers side wouldn't go back up unless I hit the side of the door. Finally had the problem fixed. Works great now. The other problem my truck has is not starting when it is hot. It will turn over and die out right away. The dealer mechanics can find nothing wrong with the truck. Other mechanics can find no reason why my truck does this. I would not buy another ford truck. I didn't buy the truck new so I expected to come across some problems. But to encounter a problem that not one single mechanic knows what is wrong with is bad news. It seems like it might be the fuel pump, but again no one really knows. For this very reason the Ford Ranger XLT is a disgrace to the Ford family of vehicles.
General comments?
The inside of the vehicle is very comfortable.
I like the extra cab for putting groceries there, etc.
Handles the KY roads very well. (lots of curves)
Recommended Reviews:
  | Great truck! |
| Worst vehicle I have ever owned |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 6 cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 21114 miles |
| Most recent distance | 47450 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Camry |
| Date of Entry | 17th September, 2003 |